Dara Old City Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (1467 reviews)
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Su Terazisi Sokak No: 25 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , TR

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Room quality issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.14
Multiple guests reported issues with cleanliness, including dirty linens and mold.
Service
9.99
Friendly and helpful staff were highlighted positively in several reviews, particularly by the administrator.
Location
10
The location is convenient with major attractions within walking distance.
Room Quality
7.1
The quality of the rooms was disappointing, with small and poorly maintained accommodations.
Amenities
8.13
Basic amenities were available, but some facilities like water supply were inconsistent.
Value for Money
8.59
Some guests felt the hotel was not worth the price due to quality issues.
Food and Beverage
8.14
Breakfast was basic with limited variety; restaurant staff were noted positively.
Overall Experience
9.13
Mixed experiences with notable issues but also positive feedback regarding the staff.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 03:10

Property Description

Stunning Views and Modern Comforts

Roof-Top Terrace and Spectacular Views: Enjoy breathtaking views of Istanbul’s historic center and the Marmara Sea from our roof-top terrace. Perfect for a relaxing evening or morning coffee.

Comfortable and Stylish Accommodation: Our soundproofed rooms are elegantly decorated with white-washed walls and wooden floors, offering a peaceful retreat. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi and unwind with flat-screen satellite TVs.

Delicious Dining and Convenient Services: Indulge in a variety of Turkish and international breakfast options at our restaurant while taking in the stunning views. Our 24-hour reception and tour desk are always available to assist you with any requests.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of modern amenities and traditional charm at Dara Hotel!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: IST

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 1467 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.14
Service: 9.99
Location: 10
Room Quality: 7.1
Amenities: 8.13
Value for Money: 8.59
Food and Beverage: 8.14
Overall Experience: 9.13
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neli slavcheva • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

herseyi guzeldi

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Felix • couple • fr
9
Personnel, très gentil, très agréable super bien passé, je recommande à tout le monde
Pros:

Très bien placé en plein centre

Cons:

Rien

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Iorga Razvan • solo_traveller • ro
8
Pros:

the view from the front rooms and the rooftop restaurant

Cons:

when we arrived in the first night, thet tryed to give us a smaller room like service or something, after a talk with the manager they offerd a taxi to another location to sleep for 1 night, after that we came back at the hotel for the other nights, the rooms are ok but they are small, if you don't mind that in rest are ok.

2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Saber • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Tout s'est bien passé l'hotel est très bien situé en plein centre et à proximité des lieux touristiques. Une super vue sur Istanbul depuis la rooftop de l'hotel où on peut prendre le petit dejeuner ou le diner.
Le personnel est fort sympatique

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Fouad • couple • ma
10
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Federicorm70 • solo_traveller • it
9
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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laura • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

La localització i el personal molt amable i ens ajuda amb tot el que vam necessitar.

Cons:

És molt sorollòs, les parete són de paper i sent tot de lws altres habitacions i escala. L'esmorzar molt simple i no simple i no es veia massa fresc.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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clothilde • solo_traveller • fr
8
Impeccable proche du centre touristique
Pros:

Vue incroyable et petit-déjeuner bon, varié et en quantité. Accès à l'ancien hippodrome en moins de 10 minutes à pied !
Nos chambres donnaient sur un espace entre les immeubles, nous protégeant des bruits de la rue, un calme bienvenu après les journées de visite trépidantes !

Cons:

Les chambres étaient un peu sombres et petites mais ça n'a pas été dérangeant étant donné le peu de temps que nous y avons passé (les journées de visite de la ville sont très denses !)

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Durante • solo_traveller • it
6
Pros:

Posizione eccezionale per vedere le mosche principali e l'area centrale. Qualità/prezzo buona!

Cons:

Pulizia discreta.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Seka • couple • rs
2
2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Judit • couple • hu
10
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Ventura88 • solo_traveller • es
8
Pros:

El personal era muy amable y servicial, sobretodo la joven que estaba en recepción. Aunque tuvimos un pequeño malentendido à la hora de tener dos camas pequeñas en vez de una doble ella se ofreció para arreglar la situación.

Cons:

La presión de la ducha era muy débil y faltaba una mampara de la ducha.

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Kudinovych • family_with_children • ua
9
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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sandra • couple • fr
6
Son emplacement, le personnel en général sauf celles du petits déjeuners. Pas très agréable et en plus petits déjeuners
2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Campos • couple • ar
8
Excelente ubicación
Pros:

La ubicación es excelente, muy cómoda para recorrer la ciudad caminando. El desayuno también fue muy completo y variado.

Cons:

Como sugerencia, sería bueno mejorar la ropa de cama: no había sábana de arriba y la manta disponible tenía una textura bastante áspera y era un poco pequeña para el tamaño de la cama. De todas maneras, cuando la pedí, me proporcionaron una manta extra, lo cual agradezco mucho. Con una ropa de cama más cómoda y adecuada al tamaño de la cama, la experiencia sería aún mejor.

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Sofiia • couple • ua
8
Pros:

Местоположение

Cons:

Воняло сигаретами и ужасная слышимость

2026-08-12 • via Nuitee
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Nadea • extended_group • md
9
A wonderful stay in a great location, with everything we needed for a comfortable visit.
Pros:

We had a very pleasant stay at this hotel and were really happy with our choice. What we liked most was the location — it is very close to the main tourist attractions, and public transportation is easily accessible, which made getting around the city easier.

The room was comfortable, everything was clean, and the atmosphere was very pleasant. We also enjoyed the breakfast — there was a good variety of food, everything was fresh and tasty, and it was a great way to start the day.
A special thank you to the young lady at the reception, who was always very polite, friendly and helpful. She was always ready to assist us whenever we needed something, and her kindness really made our stay even more enjoyable.

For us, it was a great choice and, if we come back to Istanbul, we would definitely consider staying here again. Highly recommended!

Cons:

One small thing that could be improved is the soundproofing. The sound insulation is not the best, so at times we could hear some noise from the hallway or neighboring rooms. However, this did not significantly affect our overall experience.

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Essaadia • couple • fr
9
2026-08-10 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • family_with_children • gb
9
Wel located. Good triple (family) room.
Pros:

Great terrace and roof top restaurant. Well located. We had a really easy and enjoyable couple of days.

Cons:

Roof top restaurant is very over-priced. Stunning view … but if you’ve just arrived do work out the exchange rates!!

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Farsad • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Personnel de l’hôtel incroyable ! Merci Mohamed !!

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee