Celine Hotel - Ottoman Mansion

Hotels
9.3 (540 reviews)
Peykhane Cad. No.28 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , tr

Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good breakfast
Cons:
Noise issues
TV not functioning properly
Some rooms can be small

Categories

Cleanliness
8.95
Multiple reviews indicate that the rooms were clean, but some concerns about noise point to potential cleanliness issues.
Service
9.95
Staff are consistently described as friendly and helpful, offering excellent communication.
Location
9.95
The hotel is well-located near key attractions, making it easy for guests to explore.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms are deemed comfortable but some complaints about size and noise were noted.
Amenities
8.45
Basic amenities are available, though some guests noted issues with TV and internet connectivity.
Value for Money
9.45
Given the location and service, guests feel they received good value, despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
9.45
Breakfast received positive remarks for quality and variety.
Overall Experience
9.75
Overall, guests were very satisfied, with minor complaints overshadowed by positives.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 13:14

Property Description

Prime Location Near Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia

Elegant Winter Garden and Classic Lounge Area

Cozy Rooms with Modern Amenities

Immerse yourself in the charm of Istanbul at Celine Hotel, just steps away from the iconic Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Relax in the elegant winter garden by the fireplace or unwind in the classic lounge area. The air-conditioned rooms offer a cozy retreat with wooden ceilings, flat-screen TV, and a minibar. Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast in the indoor garden and enjoy refreshing drinks at the bar. Explore the vibrant culinary scene with local restaurants nearby. With the Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace within walking distance, Celine Hotel is the perfect choice for your Istanbul adventure. Book now and experience the best of Turkish hospitality.

Important information:

Celine Hotel features a transportation service with luxury vehicles from Ataturk Airport for a fee. Please inform the hotel in advance if you want to use this service. Contact details can be found in the booking confirmation.

Please note that as required by law, smoking is prohibited in all areas of Celine Hotel.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 under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People 3 years old and over stay for € 20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.3
Based on 540 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.95
Service: 9.95
Location: 9.95
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 9.45
Food and Beverage: 9.45
Overall Experience: 9.75
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Roberto couple ve
8
A charming hotel with an unbeatable location and wonderful staff, despite a few downsides.
Pros:

The staff was incredibly friendly, and the accommodation was wonderful overall. It's a small, cozy hotel with a great atmosphere, a delicious breakfast and an excellent location, situated right near multiple historic and tourist attractions.

Cons:

The ground-floor location of our room meant we experienced more noise than expected. Sleep quality was affected by the mattress, which lacked support and had a small dip in the middle. We encountered an issue with the air conditioning failing one afternoon. Although the staff wasn't able to provide an immediate solution, they did get it working again.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Kathryn couple us
10
Great choice! Would definitely stay here again.
Pros:

Such a beautiful comfortable hotel. All the staff were warm and welcoming.

2026-06-08 via Nuitee
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Laura couple dk
7
2026-06-07 via Nuitee
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Piotr solo_traveller pl
9
Pros:

Mimo lokalizacji w ścisłym centrum w pokojach hotelowych jest cicho (nawoływania muezina są słyszalne w całym mieście, ale to tylko 5 minut). Hotel bardzo fajny, butikowy, wygodny.

Cons:

Kurz pod łóżkiem

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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SOPHIE couple fr
10
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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James couple nz
10
Outstanding historic building in a great location
Pros:

Outstanding Ottoman restored building with real historic charm. Great location. Staff were very friendly. A special thanks to the Manager, Mürsel, whose hospitality and assistance was outstanding.
Highly recommend.

2026-05-30 via Nuitee
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Funsho couple ca
9
Pros:

It is located within walking distance of major tourist attractions. The hotel managers/receptionists were exceptional and willing to go above and beyond their duties. They even took me to a local barber shop for a shave!!

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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alex solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

great location close to the centre of antiquities. Friendly and helpful staff, clean and tidy hotel. Highly recommended.

Cons:

Nothing, all good.

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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mathieu couple fr
9
très bel hotel ave un accueil chaleureux
Pros:

Emplacement au top pour visiter le vieux Istanbul

Cons:

Fenetres sur rue pas très bien insonorisées

2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Tracey extended_group gb
8
Amazing location would recommend
Pros:

Amazing location could not have been nearer to all the main attractions. Friendly happy staff. Decent breakfast in a lovely room with glass ceiling. Nice old building the room had lovely Turkish traditional feel we liked the furnishings. Good shower.

Cons:

It was a bit noisy from the road outside. TV didn’t work. Limited working plug sockets only 2 worked. Hair dryer useless bring your own.

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Anne couple au
10
Location, home like ambience, views, warm staff.
Pros:

Beautifully restored mansion and steps away from the Blue Mosque is exceptional.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Anete solo_traveller lv
10
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The design is very stylish, and everything was impeccably clean throughout. Our room had a beautiful sea view, which made the experience even more special. The breakfast buffet was rich and offered a great variety of options. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, always ready to help. The location is also excellent, making it easy to explore the area. Highly recommended!

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
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Judith solo_traveller nz
10
Fabulous boutique hotel
Pros:

Welcoming environment, kind welcoming staff, fabulous location, secure and top notch breakfast. Beautiful old mansion.

2026-04-30 via Nuitee
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2.0 couple se
10
2026-04-22 via Nuitee
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Svetlana couple uz
10
Very nice experience, I definitely recommend Celine and will stay there again when in Istanbul!
Pros:

Celine is a unique and beautiful historical building in perfect location: right next to the main city attractions, yet quiet.
Thanks a lot to the hotel staff, they were very friendly and helpful! They paid attention to my request and gave us a room with bathtub.
The room itself was not big, but just enough for two of us, it also had local touch, a nice balcony, and some see view :)
Overall we enjoyed the stay very much!

Cons:

Bad coffee at breakfast and in the room. Please consider putting normal coffee machine at breakfast

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Wendy couple gb
10
We had a most enjoyable stay at this lovely hotel- would recommend and go back
Pros:

Excellent central location - extremely helpful and welcoming staff - lovely clean room- nicely furnished

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Jane couple gb
10
Good location, clean and comfortable, friendly, helpful staff.
Pros:

Good location a couple of mins walk to the forum and all the main attractions. V comfortable bed, although the room was a bit small for the a one up from than non standard room. Very clean, good breakfast with a lot of variety. Reception staff friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Coffee machine at breakfast, dreadful.

2026-04-12 via Nuitee
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Bernadette couple hu
10
2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Aun quedan muchos viajes couple es
8
Excelente ubicación
Pros:

Excelente ubicación.

Cons:

Dormitorio y baño algo pequeños. Desayuno, poca variedad

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Adam couple us
10
2026-04-03 via Nuitee