Hotel Empress Zoe

Hotels
9.1 (1627 reviews)
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Akbiyik Caddesi No 10 Sultanahmet , Istanbul , tr
+90 212 518 25 04

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Charming atmosphere
Excellent value
Cons:
Small rooms for couples
Narrow staircase
Not suitable for heavy luggage

Categories

Cleanliness
8.85
The room was quite small but clean and neat for 1 person.
Service
9.85
Staff were super friendly, accommodating and helpful.
Location
9.85
Perfect location in the historic section, walking distance to major attractions.
Room Quality
8.35
Unique rooms, but some mentioned that they were small.
Amenities
8.85
Quirky hotel with a lovely indoor garden.
Value for Money
9.35
Great value for the price, especially for the location.
Food and Beverage
8.35
Breakfast is good, though may not suit everyone's tastes.
Overall Experience
9.35
Overall, a wonderful stay with minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 08:21

Property Description

Charming Hotel Empress Zoe in Istanbul

Convenient Location: Situated just 400 meters from Hagia Sophia, with other major attractions like the Blue Mosque and Column of Constantine nearby.

Comfortable Amenities: Enjoy a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Start your day right with a delicious continental breakfast served each morning.

Personalized Service: Benefit from non-stop assistance at the reception, where multilingual staff are ready to help. Don't miss the chance to relax on the hotel's terrace overlooking the city.

Experience the charm of Istanbul at Hotel Empress Zoe. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

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: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for € 10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    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.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 1627 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.85
Service: 9.85
Location: 9.85
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 9.35
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 9.35
Mr Mike • solo_traveller • au
8
Great location and beautiful garden
Pros:

The garden, the breakfast, the breakfast chef, the kittens, the location

Cons:

The reception was shut for painting which made coming and going harder. The bed was too small and uncomfortable, the pillows way too soft. No top sheet.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Andrea • extended_group • it
9
Pros:

Top Hotel in istanbul center!!

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Edward • family_with_children • gb
8
A charming, simple little hotel with bags of character, friendly staff and a fantastic location.
Pros:

Friendly, helpful staff, great location, air con, charm and simplicity. Loved the courtyard and roof terrace.

Cons:

The bathroom would benefit from an extractor fan and the toilet flusher was loose.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Fidan • family_with_children • ch
9
1000 und eine Nacht
Pros:

Das Frühstück war sehr gut! Meist Hausgemachte türkische Spezialitäten, welche die Liebe Sevim selber macht. Es hat an nichts gefehlt. Das Personal ist sehr hilfsbereit und sehr freundlich. Vor allem Sevim und Bülent, welche das Frühstück vorbereitet und Bülent, der morgens und Abends immer sehr Freundlich da war. Der Jusuf, der Allrounder war auch stets offen für alle kulturellen Fragen da. Er arbeitet bereits 24 Jahre in diesem Hotel. Das Hotel hat einen wunderschönen Garten mitten in der Stadt. Eine Dachterrasse mit Liegestühlen, Tische und Stühle mit Meerblick. Ideal um sein mitgebrachtes Abendessen über den Dächern von Istanbul einzunehmen. Viele Sehenswürdigkeiten sind alle ganz in der Nähe.

Cons:

Das Hotel ist mitten in Istanbul, wenn man ein Zimmer zur Strasse hat, kann es sehr laut werden, da es viele Restaurants und Läden gleich unten an der Strasse gibt. Ein Zimmer zum Garten buchen.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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AO • couple • cn
10
完美
Pros:

住的很舒服，早餐不错

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • us
9
Highly recommend!
Pros:

Wonderful location, just a short walk from the historic part of town and convenient public transportation. The freshly prepared breakfast, with daily cooked and baked specialties, was excellent. The staff was exceptionally kind, welcoming, and accommodating, making our stay even more enjoyable. The terrace offers beautiful views of the Bosphorus and the city's mosques.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Katherine • solo_traveller • au
8
Quirky rustic hotel with idiosyncratic charm. Brilliantly located
Pros:

Location was brilliant. Staff were helpful and the breakfast was good. The garden was charming

Cons:

One of the excursions I booked through the hotel was very disappointing - they should have warned me

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Sophia Tzelepis • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Olena • family_with_children • ua
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Misericordia • couple • es
9
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Denis • couple • za
10
This hotel is a hidden gem in Istanbul, the location could not be more central or perfect.
Pros:

This family run hotel is charming, enchanting and full of character. The staff are quite exceptional and helpful - always going above & beyond the call of duty. They make one feel welcome and at home and nothing is too much trouble for them. The courtyard garden and roof terrace are oases of tranquility. Our stay could not have been more perfect. Thank you Team Hotel Empress Zoe - we'll be back.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Julia • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

The hotel is beautifully decorated with charming and unique details in every room. Staff are friendly and helpful and we enjoyed both the garden and the rooftop (with views of the Bosphorus) immensely. The whole place is like a sanctuary in Sultanahmet.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Oya • family_with_children • gb
8
Excellent
Pros:

The hotel was very comfortable, breakfast was excellent, all staff were very nice. Location was ideal for exploring major attractions.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • au
9
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • it
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Kim • family_with_children • us
10
Will come back!
Pros:

The location is excellent, the staff so friendly and helpful, the rooms so thoughtfully decorated, it was like staying a good friend’s house!

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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anne • extended_group • us
10
Wonderful-- would highly recommend.
Pros:

Loved Empress Zoe-- the courtyard was lovely place for breakfast and afternoon break. Overall was charming and more authentic, more like staying in a residence than in a hotel. Penthouse suite was spacious-- the living area with daybeds for lounging and terrace with fabulous views of Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia and the Bosphorus.
Staff were great, friendly and helpful. Location ideal.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Christine • couple • fr
9
Pros:

chambre donnant sur le jardin avec balcon

2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Misericordia • couple • es
9
Molt recomanable!
Pros:

Està tot molt cuidat La decoració clàssica otomana, el jardí encantador , el servei molt atent i el barri molt agradable i ben situat

Cons:

Potser comentar que si bé la roba de llit ès de cotó i està molt bé ens feien el llit de forma poc cómoda i estranya.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Marie • family_with_children • ca
8
Pros:

Breakfast and garden

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee