Istanbul's historic heart welcomes travelers with the Zeynep Sultan Hotel, perfectly positioned for exploring iconic landmarks like Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace
The Zeynep Sultan Hotel in Istanbul's historic district is steps from Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. Guests enjoy a free breakfast buffet and manager's reception. The terrace offers a peaceful retreat after exploring the Grand Bazaar, with in-room WiFi for connectivity.
Located in Sultanahmet, a neighbourhood in Istanbul, Zeynep Sultan Hotel is near a metro station. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Tupras Stadium, or consider a night out at Volkswagen Arena. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
Zeynep Sultan Camii Sok No: 25, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400
What's nearby
Basilica Cistern
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Blue Mosque
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Sultanahmet Square
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Hagia Sophia
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Topkapi Palace
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Gulhane Station
3 min walk
Sirkeci Marmaray Station
6 min walk
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
69 min drive
Restaurants
Gülhane Sur Cafe
2 min walk
Le Safran
2 min walk
Espressolab
1 min walk
EFEZÂDE
2 min walk
Gulhane Sark Sofrasi
1 min walk
About this property
Zeynep Sultan Hotel
Hotel near Sultanahmet Square
A short walk from Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, Zeynep Sultan Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a library, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Self-parking (surcharge), airport drop-off service (surcharge) and express check-out
Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk
Multilingual staff, a reception hall and coffee/tea in reception
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Zeynep Sultan Hotel have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
42-inch TVs with satellite channels
LED light bulbs, electric kettles and daily housekeeping
24-hour airport drop-off shuttle on request for a surcharge
Parking on site (EUR 30 per day)
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Free daily manager's reception
Things to do
Library
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Laundry facilities
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Business centre
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
More
1 building
3 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% organic food
Built in 2005
Comprehensive food waste policy
Designated smoking areas
Double-glazed windows
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
Reception hall
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Partially-open bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Minibar
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop-compatible safe
LED lighting
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 800
Self-parking fee: EUR 30 per day
Nearby parking fee: EUR 23 per night
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 2021-34-1137
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Zeynep Sultan Hotel
Zeynep Hotel
Zeynep Sultan
Zeynep
Zeynep Sultan Istanbul
Hotel Zeynep Sultan
Zeynep Sultan Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Is Zeynep Sultan Hotel pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Zeynep Sultan Hotel?
As of 7 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zeynep Sultan Hotel on 8 Mar 2026 start from HK$584, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Zeynep Sultan Hotel?
Self-parking is available for EUR 30 per day.
What time is check-in at Zeynep Sultan Hotel?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Zeynep Sultan Hotel?
Checkout is at noon.
Does Zeynep Sultan Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs on request. A fee of EUR 800 applies.
Where is Zeynep Sultan Hotel located?
Located in Sultanahmet, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Basilica Cistern, Sultanahmet Square and Hagia Sophia. Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque are also within 15 minutes. Gulhane Station is only a 3-minute walk and Sultanahmet Station is 6 minutes.
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Reviews
Zeynep Sultan Hotel Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
9.8
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 304 reviews
10 - Excellent
166
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 304 reviews
8 - Good
104
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 304 reviews
6 - Okay
20
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 304 reviews
4 - Poor
10
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 304 reviews
2 - Terrible
4
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Hayat
16 Jul 2025
Liked: Amenities
Central to all attraction
Family run
Reasonable priced
Breakfast very basic
Hotel is near everything- Topkapi palace, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, shopping, tram, restaurants, etc. Hotel was clean, safe, and friendly staff - Cute Turkish vibe.
For the price this hotel is very well located to the main sights and tram stops. Despite being located in a very busy area, the hotel itself is on a little quiet road and it was peaceful all night.
Inexpensive hotel right down the street from the Hagie Sophia. Hotel was clean, breakfast was good, staff was very friendly. At that price point I was expecting less, so I was very happy with this hotel. Would stay here again.
The terrace for breakfast and afternoon tea is wonderful – view of the Zeynep Sultan mosque directly adjoining and the Hagia Sophia behind it. Wonderful place to relax before/after spending time in a busy city. The very friendly staff made me feel very welcome and my stay was especially enjoyable.
Such a cute room in the heart of Istanbul. It was cozy size but perfect for my solo travel. Rooftop breakfast area was a beautiful view and was delicious. Staff helped me arrange for transportation and having the mini bar was also a nice convenience.
Jeremy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
John
22 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Hotel Zeynep Sultan is very conveniently located and walkable to the major historical sites eg. Hagia Sofia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Basilica Cistern, etc. The housekeeping is immaculate. The staff couldn't be nicer or more accommodating. They were very helpful. Breakfast is in a lovely roof top area. However, the rooms can be very small by American standards. My first room didn't have a closet or wardrobe. To enter the bathroom, I had to turn sideways (see photo). My second visit was in a better and slightly larger room. I would try for larger quarters the next time.
Small boutique hotel strategically located near the most famous attractions and walkable distance from most places.
Good breakfast on a nice terrace with nice views.
Couple of things to improve: air con wasn’t efficient and hot water at busy periods was like dripping our (lack of pressure, a pump should be installed).
Other than that, free coffee and biscuits offered between 5-7pm
Would definitely recommend
Very friendly staff, clean room, really good AC, delicious breakfast, and the hotel is at the heart of Istanbul. They have transfers from the hotel to wherever you wanted to go. We will definitely come back!
Fantastic location for main attractions, Less than ten minutes from blue mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi. Very clean, helpful and courteous staff. Good variety at breakfast, tea, coffee, hot and cold buffet style.
Nice touch with tea, coffee between 5 and 7 every day. Can see Hagia Sophia from breakfast area which is on roof. Within five min walk of two tram station s Gulhane and Sultanahmet. Room service everyday and tea coffee making facility in room. Would definitely return.
We booked a triple room for 4 nights at this hotel. We had a comfortable stay, the rooms were clean, beautifully decorated and furnished in neutral colours. The hotel is located on a side street leading to the tram stops. It’s in a convenient location within walking distance to famous land marks of Sultanahmet area, shops and restaurants. The breakfast was enjoyable with a large selection of hot and cold options. The reception staff were friendly and helpful. A big thank you to Suleyman. I would recommend this hotel.
For parking, you have to leave the car keys to the staff for them to be able to arrange the cars in the parking. Just mentioning to let others know. Overall, the hotel meet my expectations. Definitely recommend. It is also very convenient located, within walking distance to many touristic attractions, close to restaurants and a small convenience store
Claudiu
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Steeve
13 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great staff, very friendly and welcoming! Free Tea time from 5-7 pm.
Problem with the AC, you can not change without saying to the staff… they knocked at our door at 1:00 am, waking us up…. to press a button on our ac panel screen…
The ac are not independent in each room…
The only slight complaint that I could have, is that the bed was a bit hard for my taste. But I had the same issue in Athens. So maybe a firmer bed is a thing in this part of the world. But other than that, this place is awesome! Great room with coffee, A/C and refrigerator/mini-bar. A/C worked great. Breakfast was very good. Inside and outside seating for breakfast. (Buffet style) If you chose to eat outside, DON'T leave your plate of food unattended, even for a moment. Those seagulls are not sitting around there for no reason. I found out the hard way! The staff was wonderful. Just nice folks! You will be near all the main tourist attractions. Finally watch some YouTube regarding scammers in Istanbul. I did, and a few of them were tried on me. This place is shopping heaven! The place to buy gold!
Herbert
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Govinda
31 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I used this hotel for my guests. They liked very much.
Very good location.