Optimist Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (266 reviews)
BİNBİRDİREK SULTANAHMET AT MEYDANI NO.68 EMİNÖNÜ FATİH İSTANBUL , Istanbul , TR

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Laundry
Express check-in/check-out
Airport shuttle
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Heating problems
Stairs lack elevator

Categories

Cleanliness
6.79
Multiple reviews mention poor cleanliness, especially with room upkeep.
Service
9.26
Service is consistently praised across multiple reviews, highlighting friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.3
The location is described as superb and perfect, situated in the city center.
Room Quality
7.25
Room quality mentioned as problematic with issues regarding heating and water, impacting comfort.
Amenities
8.78
Amenities were not explicitly criticized, and some positive notes regarding food options and additional services were made.
Value for Money
8.74
The hotel provides good value as indicated by several reviews.
Food and Beverage
8.29
While breakfast was noted to be good, some reviews indicated it was not varied enough.
Overall Experience
8.76
Overall experience is generally positive with notable comments about the view and hospitality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 08:44

Property Description

Luxurious Rooms with Stunning Views

The Optimist Hotel, with its air-conditioned rooms featuring French balconies and views of the Blue Mosque, offers a luxurious stay in Istanbul. Enjoy the covered outdoor terrace for a relaxing drink or meal, and make use of the free Wi-Fi and LCD TV in each room. The romantic terrace is perfect for a delightful breakfast experience with over 40 buffet options, including Turkish specialties.

Convenient Services and Amenities

Benefit from the 24-hour reception staff that can assist with car rentals, bike rentals, and shuttle services to Ataturk Airport. With room service available around the clock, your needs are always met at Optimist Hotel.

Prime Location for Exploring Istanbul

Located just a 5-minute walk from Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar, Optimist Hotel provides a prime location for exploring Istanbul's iconic landmarks. Plus, enjoy the convenience of free parking during your stay.

For a luxurious stay with stunning views and convenient amenities in the heart of Istanbul, book your room at Optimist Hotel now.

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.
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

8.4
Based on 266 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.79
Service: 9.26
Location: 9.3
Room Quality: 7.25
Amenities: 8.78
Value for Money: 8.74
Food and Beverage: 8.29
Overall Experience: 8.76
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Domen • solo_traveller • si
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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teona • couple • ge
10
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Danna • couple • kz
10
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Mese • solo_traveller • de
1
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Ali • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • us
10
Благодарю, все очень понравилось! Love it, thank you!
Pros:

Отдыхала в этой гостинице и осталась очень довольна. Прекрасное расположение — рядом музеи, туристические автобусы, продуктовые магазины, сувенирные лавки, базар, рестораны, а также удобный выход к морю. В номере было комфортно: работал кондиционер, чистые простыни создавали ощущение свежести, а горячая вода в комнате всегда была в наличии. Отдельно хочется отметить приветливый персонал — все вопросы решались быстро и с заботой.

И, конечно, порадовал прекрасный завтрак: было вкусно и с хорошим выбором, чтобы начать день с хорошим настроением. I stayed at this hotel and was very pleased. The location is absolutely great—near museums, tourist buses, grocery stores, souvenir shops, the bazaar, and restaurants, and it’s also convenient to get to the sea.

Inside the room I had everything needed: the air conditioner worked well, the sheets were clean and fresh, and there was hot water in the room whenever we needed it. The staff was also very friendly—every question was handled quickly and with care.

And the breakfast was excellent.

The airport transfer costs 50 euros, which is really convenient and not expensive for the service provided.

Cons:

Курящее кафе внизу. И недостаточно котиков вокруг. Tobacco- smoking-cafe and not enough cats.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Isabella • couple • de
10
Perfekte Lage mit tollen Gastgebern und ein atemberaubender Blick
Pros:

Die Lage, der Service, besonders Caesar und sein Papa. Aussicht vom Zimmer

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Raffaella • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Colazione ricca e ottima posizione

Cons:

La pulizia potrebbe migliorare

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Davide • couple • it
10
Pros:

Position and view unique and beautiful. Two steps away from the mosques

Cons:

I will suggest a better cleaning

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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Domingo CINDY • solo_traveller • ch
1
Pros:

Rien
Fuyez!!!
Personnels agressifs, lieux sales
Nous ne comprenons pas cette note élevé, les photos sont fakes!!!

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Kolumbán • extended_group • hu
10
Perfect location with lovely, kind management! :)
Pros:

Everything was so great! Waitresses and the whole team was really kind and lovely! If possible, i'll go there again! This is not just a Hotel, it is a small Cafe shop where you can eat also, we got very delicious breakfast every morning. The budget room has a small fridge also, so you can buy foods stc. if you want, there are many markets around there. Perfect Location, next to the Sultanahmet Camii (blue mosque)

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Pavel • couple • ru
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Chad • couple • us
10
Pros:

The location is fantastic and the staff was very friendly and welcoming

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Jorja • couple • nz
9
Amazing, would highly recommend to anyone needing a place to stay in Istanbul
Pros:

Amazing location. Comfortable, welcoming and attentive staff

Cons:

Looked like maybe a cat had been on our bed so had some black hairs over sheet when we first arrived.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Yana Lakova • extended_group • bg
10
Greetings from Mexico and Bulgaria. We loved our stay at the Optimist!
Pros:

We had wonderful time at the Optimist. The entire staff was wonderful, Muhammed (Mumy the owner who is also "The Optimist"), Asia, the brother of Mumy and the other two girls were so nice and accommodating - friendly, chatty and helpful. They fed us beautiful breakfast with coffee and apple tea. My friend and I were in a bliss from the atmosphere of the hotel, location and the city. We liked the most the authenticity of the hotel, we wanted a local "mom and pap" type of establishment and this is what "the Optimist" was. The sheets and towels were clean, the mattresses were very comfy and we had an AC and good bathroom. The hotel is facing the Blue Mosque, first line on the square, and has a cute Turkish bar on the first floor that serves drinks and food.

Cons:

We loved everything. I do not think that we had ironing table and hair dryer, but I am sure that the staff would have provided to us if we would have asked.

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Alessandra • couple • it
10
Vista mozzafiato, ottima posizione, staff e proprietario super gentili, ti fanno sentire in famiglia!
Pros:

La vista, la gentilezza del personale, la posizione, la colazione

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • solo_traveller • co
8
Optimist is close to everything
Pros:

Mohamed and the team is very friendly

Cons:

It’s ok for the price

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Benitta • couple • gb
9
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Florin • solo_traveller • ro
10
Pros:

Totul

Cons:

Nu am ceva anume

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Antonio • couple • it
7
Bravissime le ragazze dello staff
Pros:

La posizione

Cons:

La pulizia

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee