ARTEFES HOTEL OLD CITY, Istanbul – A Smart Stay in the City
36US$
Reserve directly with us
Up to 10% cheaper
than with Booking.com
Key details
About the Hotel
Kucukayasofya Cad. Cayiroglu Sk. No: 17 Sultanahmet,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34400,
Istanbul Province
Historic Building with Views
Artefes Hotel Old City is housed in a 19th-century Ottoman mansion, 300 meters from Sultanahmet Square. The Seaview Terrace Cafe offers views of the Sea of Marmara and the Princes' Islands. Rooms include air conditioning, minibars, and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Some rooms have private balconies with city or sea views.
Dining and Drinks
The hotel has two restaurants, including a family restaurant with ocean views. Guests can enjoy Turkish tea or baklava at nearby sidewalk cafes. A complimentary breakfast buffet is provided daily, and the bar serves drinks on the terrace.
Leisure and Wellness
Facilities include a gym, Turkish bath, steam bath, and spa offering full-body massages. The hotel also has a heated saltwater pool and infrared sauna. Yoga classes are available on request.
Central Istanbul Location
The hotel is a 5-minute walk from the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. The Grand Bazaar and Spice Market are within walking distance. The Sultanahmet Tram stop is 10 minutes away, providing access to Galata Tower and Dolmabahce Palace.
Guest Services
The 24-hour front desk offers concierge, laundry, and babysitting services. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Airport transfers can be arranged, and meeting rooms are available for business guests.
View all
Choose the Room
From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
#268 of 2,290 hotels in Istanbul based on Tripadvisor
Adam
United Kingdom,
April
2024
7.4/10
I was initially given a small room but was later moved to a lovely top-floor room with basic facilities and crisp white bed linen. The breakfast was excellent. Overall, a great stay but had some initial room issues.
Rooms
8.0
I first had a small room but was switched to a lovely top-floor room with basic facilities and crisp white bed linen. The room was comfortable and clean.
Service
7.0
The staff were nice and helpful. However, they failed to inform us about a new parking arrangement, leading to some inconvenience.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in the Sultanahmet area, which is near various historical sites and just a short walking distance away. The view from the rooftop was amazing, overlooking the sea and Blue Mosque.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience on the 4th floor was not as expected. More warm food options would have been appreciated. The grilled meat was good, though.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers great views from the 4th floor but could improve the dining options. The facilities were decent overall.
Great location
Noisy due to construction
Robert
United States,
April
2024
8.0/10
The hotel offers a clean and neat room, but there were some disappointments with the room allocation. The service was friendly and helpful overall, but there were issues with parking arrangements affecting the experience. The location is excellent for exploring the old part of Istanbul, though the dining options lacked variety. The hotel provided stunning views from the dining area.
Rooms
7.0
The room was just as pictured, clean, and neat with standard amenities, but it felt small and not as booked.
Service
7.0
The service was helpful and friendly, with some minor inconveniences regarding parking arrangements.
Location
9.0
The location is brilliant for exploring the old part of Istanbul with easy access to the main attractions.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good with a sufficient breakfast choice but lacking fruit options.
Facilities
9.0
The dining area on the 4th floor offered incredible views of the city.
Great location
Room allocation issue
Julian
United Kingdom,
January
2024
8.6/10
The hotel boasts rooms with bright character, although one had ceiling issues. The service was friendly and very helpful towards organizing needs. The location offers an amazing rooftop view and is convenient for exploring historical monuments. Dining could be more diverse but staff are helpful.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are very clean and bright with character, although one had a ceiling issue.
Service
9.0
The service was friendly and very helpful in organizing various needs.
Location
10.0
The location is superb behind the Blue Mosque with an amazing rooftop view of the sea and nearby historical attractions.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience with nice staff could be more diverse.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were well-maintained and hotel organized for the guests' needs.
Julius
United States,
September
2023
7.8/10
The hotel is situated in a convenient location close to major tourist attractions, offering clean and simple rooms. The service is helpful and accommodating, but parking arrangements may be challenging for guests. The dining options are diverse but might lack consistency in quality.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are clean and have pretty much everything you could need. They could use some repairs due to their age, with some broken parts.
Service
8.0
The staff is very helpful and goes above and beyond to assist guests, although there may be issues with parking arrangements.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is excellent, offering walking distance access to historical places and major tourist attractions in Sultanahmet.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience had diverse options and was tasty, but there might be variations in quality.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities provided are adequate for a comfortable stay.
Great location
Room repairs needed
Mike
United Kingdom,
August
2023
7.4/10
The hotel provided mixed experiences. The rooms, although not as booked, were clean and comfortable with a picturesque view of the Bosphorus. However, the service was unhelpful regarding parking changes. The location was convenient for sightseeing, but lacked proper communication. The dining offered a nice variety of foods with great views, but not suitable for specific dietary requirements.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were just as pictured, clean, and neat with all the standard commodities, offering a good level of comfort despite the booking discrepancy.
Service
5.0
The service, including cleaners and breakfast staff, was indifferent and unhelpful in addressing the parking issue, lacking proper communication.
Location
8.0
The location was very good, within walking distance of major attractions and with easy access to transportation.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience on the 4th floor provided a variety of delicious Turkish foods with incredible views but may not cater well to specific dietary needs.
Facilities
Mildred
United States,
July
2023
7.0/10
I had a bit of a mixed experience at the hotel. Even though my room wasn't great - 101 was clean and comfy, it was quite narrow which made it feel cramped. The service was excellent - very friendly and polite. The location was perfect for exploring all the main attractions on foot, but the dining options were not suitable for my dietary requirements. Overall, the hotel had some positives and negatives to consider.
Rooms
6.0
My room, unfortunately, was pretty narrow, making it feel a bit small. However, it was clean and comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service from the staff was incredibly friendly and polite throughout my stay.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was excellent, within walking distance of all the attractions I wanted to visit.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was not suitable for me as I have specific dietary requirements.
Facilities
Show more
Unlock Early-Bird Deals
Grab Exclusive Rates Instantly
Check Rates
Overview
Rooms
Price calendar
Amenities
Location
Reviews
Compare our rates with top travel sites in 10 seconds
