Hotel Empress Zoe

Hotels
9.1 (1662 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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 1662 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
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Juani • extended_group • us
7
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Maxwell • solo_traveller • au
9
Pros:

The breakfast was phenomenal. The staff were lovely and helpful. The place was full of character.

Cons:

Lots of stairs!

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • ca
10
A Charming Sultanahmet Gem with Unbeatable Views and Character
Pros:

​Our stay at Hotel Empress Zoe was pure magic! Situated in the perfect location for exploring the major sites of Sultanahmet, it made sightseeing effortless, especially with easy access to the tram just a short walk away.

​Each morning started with a fantastic breakfast served in a beautiful, lush courtyard—such a peaceful way to begin the day. The views from the rooftop terrace are absolutely amazing, offering stunning panoramic vistas of the city.

​The staff could not have been more helpful or welcoming throughout our stay. Our room was comfortable, authentically decorated, and full of character. To top it all off, the friendly resident cats make a unique and charming addition to the experience. We can't wait to return!

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Anne • couple • gb
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Amenah • couple • us
10
Amazing stay
Pros:

Beautiful property with nice welcoming staff. It was a great place to stay in the middle of everything.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Edmund Charles • couple • au
9
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • gb
9
A lovely, tranquil oasis in a great location
Pros:

The hotel is very conveniently located in a charming and quirky building with a lovely courtyard garden and excellent roof terrace. A simple buffet breakfast is served each morning and can be enjoyed in the courtyard. Our room/suite was perfect for our needs and proved very relaxing. We slept very well.

Cons:

The only criticism is that we didn't find the wooden chairs in the garden for breakfast, or those (the same type) in the bedroom, to be very comfortable.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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ZHANYI • couple • gb
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Drew • couple • ca
10
Full of character, great location
Pros:

Charming boutique hotel in a great area of Istanbul, super friendly staff, nice breakfast.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Edmund Charles • couple • au
9
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Anne • solo_traveller • au
10
We want to return!
Pros:

The helpful staff. The lovely breakfast choices. The garden. Everything was clean.

Cons:

No cup of tea / coffee available in our room.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Nicolas • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Agréable séjour .

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
Μαρία • solo_traveller • gr
10
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Marina • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

breakfast garden

Cons:

pillows, bed, bathroom

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Newport • couple • mc
8
An oasis in the heart of historical Istanbul.
Pros:

The location is ideal to visit the main historical sites. The garden is delightful for breakfast and an early evening drink. The staff are really helpful and friendly The breakfast is exceptional and the pastries are freshly cooked every day.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Svetlana • family_with_children • ru
9
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • extended_group • us
8
Lovely staff in a great location but if your not good with stairs this is not the place for you
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The stairs. A fatality waiting to happen

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Sarah J • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Ferenc • solo_traveller • hu
10
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Gwenaële • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

A 2 rues de la mosquée bleue et pas loin du Bosphore .Super bon petit déjeûner : la cuisinière est TOP , c' est varié suivant les jours.

Cons:

Rien

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee