Mara Oldcity

Hotels
9.6 (107 reviews)
1 Serdar Sokak , Istanbul , TR

Facilities

Television in common areas
Front desk (limited hours)
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Concerts/live shows
Free bus station shuttle
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Excellent value for money

Categories

Cleanliness
9.83
Rooms are clean and spotless as per guest feedback.
Service
10
Staff are exceptionally friendly, warm, and helpful throughout the stay.
Location
9.8
Perfect location close to major attractions in the city.
Room Quality
9.34
Rooms are modern, comfortable, and well-organized.
Amenities
8.79
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
9.82
This hotel offers exceptional value for money.
Food and Beverage
9.28
Breakfast is delicious and fresh, enjoyed with a lovely view.
Overall Experience
9.93
A truly unforgettable stay with excellent service and amenities.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 15:16

Property Description

Convenient Location
Mara Oldcity, centrally located in Istanbul, is a stone's throw away from popular landmarks like Basilica Cistern and Spice Bazaar.

Comfortable Accommodation
Guests at this 3-star hotel can enjoy air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms even offer stunning city views.

Exceptional Service
With a terrace, free shuttle service, and a multilingual 24-hour front desk, Mara Oldcity goes above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay for all guests.

Ready to experience the charm of Istanbul with Mara Oldcity as your base? Book now to secure your spot!

Important information:

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 107 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.83
Service: 10
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 9.34
Amenities: 8.79
Value for Money: 9.82
Food and Beverage: 9.28
Overall Experience: 9.93
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Nele • solo traveller • ee
10
Nice stay in the middle of center
Pros:

Compact and beautiful. Very kind staff.

2025-07-29 • via Nuitee
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Eliot • family with young children • us
9
It was the perfect experience. I would recommend it to friends and family.
Pros:

The location was great. The rooms were very clean and spacious. The staff was very kind and helpful.

Cons:

Can't think of any.

2025-07-28 • via Nuitee
Y
Yusri • young couple • my
10
Exceptional
2025-07-27 • via Nuitee
L
Lee • young couple • nz
10
Fabulous stay in Istanbul.
Pros:

Handy location within walking distance to the main tourist spots. Lots of restaurants too. Staff were warm friendly and helpful. Room was great for what we needed. Would definitely use this property again.

2025-07-27 • via Nuitee
A
Awale • family with young children • no
6
Pleasant
2025-07-24 • via Nuitee
G
Gabor • group • hu
9
Superb
2025-07-23 • via Nuitee
M
Muhammad • family with young children • ae
10
Exceptional
Pros:

We had a lovely stay the hotel. Rooms are clean, staff is friendly. Mr. Farhet was really helpful. Location of the hotel is perfect, close to the tram stations and various attractions.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-07-23 • via Nuitee
C
Cathal • solo traveller • gb
10
Great central location for Istanbul Old Town, plus the staff were really friendly. Room was comfortable and air conditio
2025-07-07 • via Nuitee
A
Abdulrhman • young couple • sa
6
Pleasant
2025-07-07 • via Nuitee
B
Bradley • young couple • au
10
Great value for money
Pros:

Clean and modern rooms, excellent location

2025-07-06 • via Nuitee
O
Omar • young couple • gb
10
Great value
Pros:

This is definitely one of the best values you can get anywhere!
The room was spotless and, despite being small, was well organized (and the shower was great!). The staff was extremely friendly, responsive, and helpful. The location was probably the best you can get in Istanbul for a tourist who wants to visit the main attractions. All this for an unbeatable price! Will definitely choose again if I plan to stay again in the European side of Istanbul!

Cons:

Nothing

2025-07-06 • via Nuitee
K
Kurumkan • solo traveller • se
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Good location, friendly personnel

2025-07-06 • via Nuitee
ِahmed • solo traveller • om
10
Exceptional
Pros:

The staff are super friendly, Abdulrahman, Mohammed and Fahad, always welcoming, smiling, and helpful. The hotel is not big, but super clean and situated in a best location near many restaurants, shops, and walking distance from the Posfor river

2025-07-04 • via Nuitee
M
Milica • solo traveller • me
10
Exceptional
2025-07-01 • via Nuitee
B
Bernard • young couple • hr
9
Superb
2025-06-29 • via Nuitee
V
Vanda • solo traveller • hu
10
Best choice for a couple days😊
Pros:

Everything was amazing! Thank you so much🥹♥️

2025-06-28 • via Nuitee
P
Patrick • solo traveller • us
10
Exceptional
2025-06-25 • via Nuitee
W
Wael • solo traveller • ye
10
Exceptional
Pros:

A Truly Unforgettable Stay.
The location is perfect, close to everything, and the rooms are clean and comfortable just like the photos. What stood out the most was the exceptional staff; they treat you like a guest in their own home.
Mr. Farhat was extremely professional and helped us choose a wonderful tour that added so much to our experience. Mr. Abdurrahman was also incredibly kind and made us feel very welcome with his warm and friendly manner.
A special thanks as well to the outstanding housekeeping team for their daily care and attention to cleanliness.
I felt safe and completely at ease throughout my stay. I will definitely be coming back to Turkey and to Mara Old City Hotel.

Cons:

Everything is good

2025-06-25 • via Nuitee
P
Patrick • solo traveller • us
10
Exceptional
2025-06-23 • via Nuitee
S
Sebastian • solo traveller • de
10
Mara Oldcity Hotel is the perfect place to stay in Istanbul, offering warm hospitality, a top location in the Old City,
Pros:

Staying at Mara Oldcity Hotel in Istanbul was truly an exceptional experience! From the moment I arrived, I felt warmly welcomed and taken care of. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and always ready to help with a smile—whether it was offering local tips or assisting with anything I needed.

The location is absolutely perfect—right in the heart of the Old City, just a short walk from major landmarks like the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. It’s the ideal base for exploring Istanbul on foot!

My room was clean, stylish, and very comfortable. I loved the attention to detail and the peaceful atmosphere, even though the hotel is centrally located. The breakfast was delicious, fresh, and served with a lovely view—such a great way to start the day! If you’re looking for the perfect mix of comfort, hospitality, and location in Istanbul, Mara Oldcity Hotel is the place to stay. I’ll definitely be back—and I highly recommend it to anyone visiting this amazing city!

2025-06-22 • via Nuitee