The Magnaura Palace Hotel

Hotels
9.6 (1426 reviews)
Sultanahmet Mah. Dalbasti Sok. No:13/1 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , TR
+90 212 458 83 83

listing image 1
Show all photos
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
Luggage storage
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly staff
Good breakfast
Cons:
Noisy from the restaurant
Basic room quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.86
Overall cleanliness was appreciated, but some reviews mentioned basic conditions.
Service
10
Reviews praised the friendly and helpful staff throughout several comments.
Location
10
Multiple reviews highlighted the excellent location near major tourist attractions.
Room Quality
8.86
Some guests found the rooms basic and not luxurious, impacting their expectations.
Amenities
9.86
The rooftop terrace and restaurant views were particularly well-received.
Value for Money
9.36
Some guests felt the hotel was basic relative to the price paid, affecting perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.86
Breakfast quality received positive mentions with varied choices despite minor issues.
Overall Experience
10
Guests expressed a generally high satisfaction level despite some criticisms.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 04:26

Property Description

Prime Location in Sultanahmet Area
Situated just steps away from the iconic Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, The Magnaura Palace Hotel offers a luxurious stay in the heart of Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet area.

Charming Turkish Decor and Modern Amenities
Experience the blend of traditional Turkish textiles with modern comforts in the air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD TVs, minibars, and picturesque views of either the Marmara Sea or the ruins of Magnaura Palace.

Convenience at Your Fingertips
Indulge in a delicious buffet breakfast, explore nearby dining options, and rely on the attentive staff to assist with tour bookings, car rentals, and airport transfers for a seamless travel experience.

Ready to immerse yourself in the rich history of Istanbul? Book your stay at The Magnaura Palace Hotel 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
Airport code: IST

Location

Guest Reviews

9.6
Based on 1426 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.86
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.86
Amenities: 9.86
Value for Money: 9.36
Food and Beverage: 9.86
Overall Experience: 10
N
Nilsa • couple • us
10
Excellent hotel to stay if you are looking for first class service and an amazing staff.
Pros:

Great view. Close to all attractions. Staff very friendly. Excellent breakfast. Restaurant also offers dinner, lamb chops and service outstanding.

Cons:

Hard to locate by Uber.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
D
Diana • couple • ro
10
Pros:

Lovely staff
Nice rooms!

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
J
Jeanette • couple • ca
10
Enjoyable, accomadating. Employees very helpful
Pros:

Close to all the local
Sites. View from
Room and restaurant incredible

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
P
Petru • couple • ro
10
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
K
Kamali • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Breakfast is okay. Very clean, great view

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
H
Heiko • extended_group • de
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
F
Felipe • couple • cl
1
Mal
Pros:

Solamente la ubicación C lo demás malo

Cons:

El personal de mala cara, desayuno muy malo, cobran comisiones extra por tarjetas por todo, costos ocultos y mala atención

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
S
shunsuke • couple • jp
10
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
K
Kansas Chris • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
A
Andreea • extended_group • ro
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
T
Thomas • couple • fr
8
Formidable et créateur d’incroyables souvenirs
Pros:

Absolument tout, son emplacement, la terrasse pour le petit déjeuner, la propreté, la décoration

Cons:

Le petit déjeuner manquait juste un peu de diversité

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
I
Inga • couple • ru
10
Благодарю всех сотрудников отеля за гостеприимство. Отдыхом довольна, отель очень понравился, удачно расположен в самом
Pros:

Качество уборки, расположение отеля

Cons:

Ассортимент горячих блюд на завтраках, очень маленький выбор и не вкусно

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
Y
Yuliya • couple • us
10
2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
E
Elena • family_with_children • ru
10
Pros:

Замечательный отель. Прекрасное расположение, в самом историческом центре. Отель вежливый и заботливый персонал. С удовольствием вернусь ещё сюда.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
C
Costanza • solo_traveller • it
7
Pros:

La posizione dell' hotel e la vista dalla terrazza della colazione.

Cons:

Migliorerei le opzioni per la colazione, più internazionale.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
B
Brunilda • couple • us
10
Very clean Staff was friendly and helpful
Pros:

The location

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
K
KAMEL • couple • fr
10
Un rêves de gentillesse
Pros:

L emplacement est top entre la Mosque bleu et sainte Sophie le personnel est vraiment vraiment super accueillant et serviable super propre rien à dire

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
S
Susanna • couple • au
10
Excellent
Pros:

Aydin & all his staff were really friendly & helpful. The breakfast & restaurant on the top floor was open air & had amazing views & Paul was really friendly. Location was fantastic, short walk to everywhere

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
V
Viviana • family_with_children • ch
8
2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
M
Maha • extended_group • pk
10
Pros:

location was good as well as staff everyone was really nice - stayed there with my friend (2 girls) so safety was a big thing for us and it exceeded our expectations. One thing i would want them to improve is just their breakfast everything else was great.

Cons:

none

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee