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About the Hotel

Akbiyik Cad No:3 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey

Rooms with Turkish Character

Villa Sofia offers 12 guestrooms with wooden floors and authentic Turkish carpets. All rooms include an LCD TV with satellite channels, free WiFi, air conditioning, and a minibar. Some rooms have a seating area. Private bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and slippers. Certain rooms provide city views or sea views of the Marmara Sea.

Dining and Drinks

The hotel has a restaurant serving lunch and dinner. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM. Guests can order from the restaurant menu with 24-hour room service. The bar/lounge serves drinks throughout the day.

Terrace with Panoramic Views

The rooftop terrace on two levels offers views of the Marmara Sea, Princes' Islands, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the ancient city walls. The sun terrace provides space for relaxation with these views. Massage services are available for an additional charge.

Heart of Historic Sultanahmet

Villa Sofia is located in the heart of the old city, a few minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, and the Hippodrome. The Historic Areas of Istanbul and Istanbul Archaeology Museums are 500 meters away. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 50 km from the property.

Hotel Services

Services include a 24-hour front desk, dry cleaning/laundry, concierge assistance, and luggage storage. The hotel provides a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge). Daily housekeeping is provided, and irons/ironing boards are available on request. The property is smoke-free and does not allow pets or service animals.

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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.

Standard Double Room

Max:

2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Triple Room

Max:

2 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room Side Sea View

Max:

2 persons

325 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

All Transportation Options at a Glance

City Centre

Istanbul3000 ft

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 28.2 mi

Istanbul (IST) 29.5 mi

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station2000 ft

Underground

Vezneciler 1.2 mi

Halic 1.4 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Turkish bath
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Public Bath

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Akbiyik Cad No:3 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey

Map view

Akbiyik Cad No:3 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey

City landmarks

Mosque

Blue Mosque

3400 ft

Square

Sultanahmet District

2200 ft

Museum

Topkapi Palace

3300 ft

Landmark

Topkapi Palace harem

4400 ft

Museum

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

2200 ft

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

1.4 mi

Landmark

Historic Areas of Istanbul

2100 ft

Landmark

TGC Press Media Museum

2700 ft

Mosque

Little Hagia Sophia

3000 ft

Monument

Serpent Column

2400 ft

Bridge

Galata Bridge

1.3 mi

Mosque

Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque

3300 ft

Landmark

Gulhane Park

2100 ft

Landmark

Column of Constantine

2500 ft

Landmark

Mausoleum of Mahmud II

2600 ft

Mosque

Laleli Camii

1.3 mi

Square

Beyazit Square

1.2 mi

Landmark

Mosaic Museum

2.4 mi

Nearby

Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum

1800 ft

Alemdar Mahallesi

Basilica Cistern

1900 ft

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

1700 ft

Binbirdirek

Walled Obelisk

1900 ft

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu

Cagaloglu Hamami

1800 ft

Museum

Hagia Irene

1700 ft

Museum

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam

1800 ft

Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5

Caferaga Madrasa

1400 ft

Museum

Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts

1900 ft

Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

Tomb of Sultan Ahmet

1200 ft

Sultanahmet Meydani

Obelisk of Theodosius

1900 ft

Fountain

German Fountain

1900 ft

Restaurants

Cafe Rumist

200 ft

Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

Meydan Borek

500 ft

Cankurtaran caddesi no:11 Sultanahmet

North Art Coffee

800 ft

21 Utangac Sokak

Sultanahmet Koftecisi

1900 ft

Buyukdere Cad. Astoria Alisveris Merkezi No:127 K:3 Sisli Esentepe

Turgut Kebab

800 ft

Akbiyik Cd. No: 64 Sultanahmet Mahallesi

Archive Cafe & Winehouse

1500 ft

Cankurtaran Mah. Keresteci Hakki Sok. No: 19 Sultanahmet - Fatih

Akbiyik Kebab House & Restaurant

1300 ft

Akbiyik Caddesi No: 81/A Fatih

Dunya

1400 ft

Sultanahmet Torun Sk. No:7

Ottoman Life Park

1800 ft

Alemdar Mahallesi Yerebatan Caddesi No10 Giris Kat Sultanahmet / Fatih

Tarihi Sultanahmet Koftecisi

1900 ft

Ortabahce Cad. Sinan Pasa Kopru Sok. No:5 Turkali

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

Daniel

United States, April 2024

9.2/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel! The rooms were cozy with a lovely view, and the staff went above and beyond to help us, even assisting with a late-night check-in and arranging a taxi for us after check-out. The location was perfect, just a short walk to some of the city's top sights, and there were plenty of cafes and restaurants nearby. The dining experience on the roof deck with a stunning view was truly unforgettable. The facilities were top-notch, making our stay even more enjoyable.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious with great views and AC, making our stay very comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, especially with their assistance during late-night check-in and arranging a taxi for us upon our first request.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was superb, very close to cultural sites like the Blue Mosque and within walking distance to many cafes and restaurants.

Dining

9.0

Dining on the roof deck with a view of the Bosphorus was a delightful experience, and the snacks were delicious.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel's facilities were great, providing everything we needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Friendly staff

Expensive

George

United States, January 2024

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The room had an amazing view, and the AC kept me comfortable throughout my visit. The service was top-notch - they helped us check in late and even arranged a taxi for us after we checked out. The location was perfect for exploring all the major attractions in the area. The dining experience with a view of the Bosphorus was unforgettable, and the facilities were fantastic.

Rooms

9.0

My room had a great view and the AC worked perfectly.

Service

10.0

The staff was incredibly helpful and attentive, assisting us with all our needs upon our first request.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was very close to all the tourist attractions, making it easy to explore the area.

Dining

8.0

Dining with a view of the Bosphorus was a highlight of my stay.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities at the hotel were impressive and met all my needs.

John

United States, May 2023

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel with breathtaking views and exceptional service. The room was cozy and had a great view, plus the AC made it super comfortable. The location was perfect, close to all major attractions in Istanbul. The dining experience was delightful with a fantastic view of the Bosphorus. The facilities were top-notch, exceeding my expectations.

Rooms

9.0

The room had a great view and was equipped with AC, making it a lovely place to relax.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly helpful, assisting us in late check-in and arranging a taxi promptly upon request. Their service was top-notch.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was perfect, within walking distance of major attractions, making it convenient to explore the city easily.

Dining

8.0

Dining with a view of the Bosphorus was a highlight, adding a special touch to the overall experience.