Grand Emir Hotel Old City

Hotels
7.2 (775 reviews)
Sarac Ishak Mah.Soganaga Cami Cad. Nur Sok.No:9 Beyazit , Istanbul , TR
+90 212 458 90 20

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff (many named)
Excellent location, close to transport and sea views
Good/bountiful breakfast reported by many
Some clean, spacious rooms and comfortable beds
Reliable Wi‑Fi for several guests
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness (humidity, peeling walls, cockroaches reported)
Room defects: broken door handles, shower fittings and worn finishes
Occasional rude or problematic check-in experiences
Noise at night mentioned by some guests
Ventilation issues in some rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
6.6
Mixed reports: several guests described rooms as clean and spacious, but multiple reviews report humidity, peeling walls, cockroaches, and a very dirty honeymoon room — cleanliness is inconsistent.
Service
8.4
Generally praised — many guests mention friendly, helpful and named staff members; a few negative check-in or rude-staff incidents occurred but the overall sentiment is notably positive.
Location
8.6
Consistently positive: many guests call the location strategic, quiet, close to transport and with good views — location is a clear strength.
Room Quality
6.4
Mixed quality: some rooms are spacious, have sea view and good equipment, while others have broken fixtures (door handles, shower fittings), wrong bed types or worn/deteriorated finishes.
Amenities
6.8
Mixed: breakfast is frequently mentioned (both praised and criticized), Wi‑Fi and basics are fine for some guests, but issues with ventilation, shower hoses and missing supplies were reported.
Value for Money
7
Mixed perceptions: some found the price excellent, others felt Istanbul prices were high and the accommodation did not match photos — overall value is average.
Food and Beverage
7
Breakfast is the most-mentioned F&B point — several guests praised a varied, good breakfast, while others found it poor; F&B is uneven but often a highlight.
Overall Experience
6.8
Overall mixed experience: strong service and location frequently saved stays, but inconsistencies in cleanliness, room condition and occasional rude/poor check-in experiences lowered overall satisfaction for some guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 09:01

Property Description

Central Location near Grand Bazaar
Situated just 500 metres from the vibrant Grand Bazaar, Grand Emir Hotel Old City offers a convenient stay in the heart of Istanbul. Guests can enjoy stunning views of the roofs of Sultanahmet from the comfort of their private balcony.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
The air-conditioned rooms at the hotel are elegantly designed with dark fabrics and carpeted floors, creating a cozy atmosphere. Each room is equipped with a minibar, satellite LCD TV, and a private bathroom for the utmost comfort of guests.

Relaxing Facilities and Nearby Attractions
Guests can unwind with a soothing massage after enjoying a delicious breakfast at the hotel. With the iconic Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia just a short walk away, exploring Istanbul's rich history is made easy for visitors.

Experience the charm of Istanbul at Grand Emir Hotel Old City - Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience!

Important information:

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 775 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.6
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 6.4
Amenities: 6.8
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 6.8
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olga • solo_traveller • rs
7
Pros:

Kreveti jako udobni,pogled na more,nije velika buka u hotelu

Cons:

Nije mi se svidela lokacija,jeste u centru ali je ulica malo losa,samo po danu bih preporucila.Cim padne mrak nije za izlazak iz hotela.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Bouslama • solo_traveller • dz
8
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zahar • extended_group • mk
10
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Ilyas • solo_traveller • dz
1
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Mustapha • family_with_children • dz
6
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Waso • family_with_children • ch
6
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Abdelkader • solo_traveller • dz
7
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Rahimov • solo_traveller • uz
3
Worst Hotel Ever
Pros:

Only morning reception guy who was very helpful kind and funny

Cons:

Night shift reception who was rude for real
Breakfast staff who was rude and was protecting food from guests
Elevator was not working properly most of the time we had to go down from 9 floor to 1 floor by walk to have breakfast which was so awful
Breakfast staff was literally throwing plates in the kitchen so that we finish fast as possible
We have paid extra payment for early check in and late check out but they did not let us to do that we have paid they said we have not any
In the kitchen spoons and fork are not clean at all probably they washing twice a week maybe once

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Murad • solo_traveller • az
4
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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BENMOHAMED • solo_traveller • dz
8
Pros:

J'ai passé des moments agréables dans cet hôtel tout été à la perfection. L'emplacement était formidablement bien positionné . Le personnel était accueillant et le meilleur de tout le personnel c'est Maradona tout mon respect pour vous Maradona vous était le meilleur merci beaucoup pour votre attention pour votre compréhension j'admire beaucoup tout ce que vous avez fait pour notre bien être . Il y avait le bon homme à la queue de cheval on l'appelait MAHREZ Il été trop sympa grand merci pour vous MAHREZ . la chambre était spacieuse avec une vue panoramique (vue sur mer) j'ai beaucoup admiré .Grand merci pour la femme de chambre elle été très gentil toujours souriante très propre un cordon bleu je vous demande pardon pour tout le désordre qu'on vous a causé dans la chambre merci beaucoup vous éte un ange. Ah le petit déjeuner été variées
Mais il a manqué de la viennoiserie mais tout éte bon et propre et le meilleur de tout le prix , vue l'emplacement qui éte formidable prés de tout les commodités le prix éte tres adorable merci 🥰🥰🥰merci 🥰🥰🥰merci j'ai adoré et j'y pense de revenir une autre fois.💐💐💐💐💐

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
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Malek London • solo_traveller • dz
9
Bon
Pros:

Linplacement du l'hôtel

Cons:

Bien

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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,FERUZ • solo_traveller • uz
3
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YAMINA • solo_traveller • dz
7
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Riache • couple • dz
8
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Riache • couple • dz
7
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Samira • family_with_children • dz
8
J'ai passé un bon séjour
Pros:

Le petit déjeuner était varié et copieux. l'endroit était calme et proche des transports. Les prix à Istanbul restent comme même chers. la chambre (familiale) était propre, spacieuse, climatisée avec vue sur mer. Le personnel était sympa en général. Je remercie le monsieur de la réception qui nous proposait de l'eau en sortant, il ne parlais pas français mais il était très gentil, accueillant et tout le temps souriant.

Cons:

Le poigné de la douchette à réparer.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Alexandru Andrei • extended_group • ro
10
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Berhail • solo_traveller • dz
10
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Mohammad • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Mohamed Islem • solo_traveller • dz
3
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee