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Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class

Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class

Kucukayasofya Dist. Demirci Resit St. No.14 , Sultanahmet, Istanbul, 34400, Turkey

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Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Tour desk

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class

Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class is a 3-star retreat in Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet neighborhood. Located about 1.4mi from the city center, the address is Kucukayasofya Dist. Demirci Resit St. No.14, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey. Rates start from $108 per night, and breakfast is offered to start the day right.

Guest comfort is front and center with free Wifi, air conditioning, and a bar, plus a 24-hour front desk and room service. Non-smoking and soundproof rooms, a terrace, and a tour desk invite easy exploration of the city, while free toiletries add a thoughtful touch. Shuttle options (airport shuttle and shuttle service) are available for an extra charge, and a business center is also on offer (extra charges).

Reviews: 232

Set in Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet neighborhood, Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class blends old-world charm with modern comforts. After a day of wandering through centuries of history, unwind at the bar or on the terrace, with air conditioning keeping things comfortable.

Every stay comes with practical perks: free Wifi keeps connections easy, and a 24-hour front desk plus room service ensure assistance is always near. A tour desk helps map out city explorations, and the non-smoking, soundproof rooms provide a peaceful retreat after busy days.

Convenient transport and workspace options are available, with airport shuttle and shuttle service offered for an extra charge, and a business center ready for meetings or planning sessions. Small touches like free toiletries add comfort, while cash, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, and Bankcard are accepted for payments.

Closest airports

Istanbul Atatürk Airport

8.4mi

Sabiha Gökçen International Airport

19mi

Tekirdağ Çorlu Airport

55.7mi

Bursa Yenişehir Airport

60.3mi

Cengiz Topel Naval Air Station

61mi

Most popular amenities

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Tour desk

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Soundproof

Free toiletries

Rooms

Guest reviews

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232 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Facilities

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Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Adigüzel

10

July 2025

I stayed at this hotel for just one night, but it was truly an amazing experience! From the moment we arrived, Alex and his professional team made us feel welcome. During check-in, they offered us lemonade and Turkish coffee, and Alex gave us incredibly helpful advice and tips about Istanbul. Don’t skip his suggestions , he really knows the city and helped us make the most of our short visit. It was the first time I’ve ever received such detailed and useful information free of charge! The location is perfect, close to all the main attractions. Breakfast on the terrace was a highlight delicious food with a breathtaking view. Our room was spotless, newly decorated, and very comfortable. They also arranged an airport transfer for us, which made getting to the airport so much easier. I highly recommend this hotel and can’t wait to stay here again!

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Bilal

10

July 2025

Despite a brief, night-long stay at this lovely hotel, had a fab time no doubt. The location is absolutely unique, the hotel is at the heart of the Old City— the grand Constantinople, the modern-day Istanbul. You'd have chance to have beautiful sight-seeing opportunities in Istanbul, but might not be lucky enough to get this chance while taking a sip from your warm tea in your hotel room. The hotel offers this; especially, their terrace offers you a remarkable panoramic view of the Old City and Bosphorus. The experience is worth the price for sure. The staff were very nice. I particularly remember the receptionist, Alex. He is a very kind friendly fella, not only helpful for your comfort within the hotel, but also of great support to give you unique tips to make best out of your holiday in the city (cheap/high-quality restaurants/pubs, key locations to visit, key activities to do etc.). He is also very funny, tells great stories about his own travels, some I will never ever forget lol. Can tell the same more or less for the other staff members tbh. The rooms are very comfortable as well, you would have ready anything needed for a cosy peaceful room where you can rest. And if anything missing, the guys are legend tbh, they would just make it happen in a sec lol. So, I strongly recommend it to everyone without any hesitation; it is a shame I couldn't stay longer out there (had a pre-planned route so had to leave on time:( )

Nothing really, all went quite well. It far exceeded my expectations. Hard to complain about anything. Maybe I can complain that the guys working there were too nice, I wish I could be like them, I envy them lol So, all good, nothing to worry about ))

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Kwame

10

July 2025

The best thing about this hotel is definitely the staff. Alex and his team are doing a fantastic job! During check-in, we were warmly welcomed with lemonade and Turkish coffee while Alex gave us valuable information about Istanbul’s attractions and helped us plan our trip. His recommendations made a big difference. The hotel’s location is perfect—close to all the major sightseeing spots. Breakfast was absolutely delicious, and the view from the terrace was stunning. Our room was clean, comfortable, and well-furnished. I highly recommend this hotel and will definitely come back!

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Dayan

9.1

April 2025

Walking distance to all historical areas. Peaceful and calm environment. Friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast with changing the menu daily. Very clean and spacious rooms. Manager Ms Damla was so friendly and helpful. Other staff members including Ali, Sultan, Murat, and Mehmet maximally supported us. They upgraded our room to a suite room. We booked only for two days, fortunately we were able to got the stay extended for another three days. All the staff members guided us on our tours in Istanbul. The cleaning staff was matured and well experienced. There were lot of restaurants where you can have delicious Turkish meals, around the hotel. Special thanks to Ali on behalf of my family. Dr. Dayan Jayatilake From Sri Lanka

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Nihad

10

August 2025

Great staff and great location. Highly recommend for everyone. Everything is very close 5 to 10 minutes of walking time (Bazar Blue Masque Aya Sofia Tramway station etc) Thanks Everyone in Hotel to make our stay in hotel pleasant. No word to describe how we feel. Very warm welcome on check-in with coffee juice and cookies after a long ride from the airport to the hotel. Thank Ali and his coworkers that night for service they to. Awsom job. Hotel and room.was very clean and enjoyable.with a lot of windows facing a street. I like design of the room with LED light and comfort beds. Most important is quiet day/night time after long exploring thru do Istanbul.

Everything was perfect 👌

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Shawn

10

June 2025

We especially liked the property due to its location on a quiet side street yet a very short walk to many of the attractions that we wanted to see as well as a short walk to public transportation, which we utilized often during our stay. The rooftop provided a beautiful view of the sea, and was a quiet place to sit and relax. The Terrace was another option for relaxing and eating but was under construction while we were there. It was just finishing up when we were leaving and looked very nice. Alex and his staff were exceptional, making sure that we had everything we needed during our stay. They were helpful in providing information regarding the area as well as assisting us in booking some of our activities through the hotel. We would definitely stay at this property again when we return.

We have no complaints for our stay

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Ouassim

10

January 2025

A nice quiet hotel

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Fuad

10

May 2025

We stayed in a quad room while traveling with our family, including our two kids aged 18 and 16. The beds were very comfortable, and overall, the hotel offered great value for money. What truly sets this hotel apart is the staff. Starting with the kitchen team—they were happy to make us lattes and accommodate any requests we had with a smile. At the front desk, Ali during the day, Alex the manager, and Sultan at night all went above and beyond to assist us. Their genuine care and professionalism really stood out. I travel often enough to know when service is authentic, and this was clearly a dedicated and hardworking team focused on making guests feel welcome.

Missing an elevator but this is an old city, you should have strong legs

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Lisa

10

August 2025

Thank you, Alex — you are truly wonderful! I stayed two nights at this hotel, and it was the best experience I’ve ever had. Manager Alex and his team are doing an amazing job. They go above and beyond to make sure you enjoy every moment of your stay. The hotel is newly renovated and fully furnished with modern touches. My room was spotless and comfortable. One of the highlights was the rooftop breakfast salon — it offers an incredible sea view where you can enjoy the sunset while sipping your Turkish coffee. The location is perfect, just a 5-minute walk from all the major attractions. In the end, it didn’t feel like a hotel stay — it felt like visiting a friend’s home. Every staff member felt like a friend. Highly recommended! I’ll definitely come back

Nothing

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Dodo

10

August 2025

This was my first visit to Istanbul, and I stayed here with my family. The hotel was very clean and tidy, which made our stay comfortable from the beginning. The staff were super friendly and helpful, always making sure we felt welcome. Breakfast was really good, food was fresh , tasty and had a lot of variety. The location was excellent — we could walk to all the main tourist attractions, which made exploring the city so easy. Overall, it was a fantastic experience, and I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Istanbul, especially families.

Points of Interest Around Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class

Attractions

Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Mosque (Sokollu Mehmet Paşa Camii)

0.1mi

Great Palace Mosaic Museum

0.3mi

Arasta Bazaar

0.3mi

Column of Constantine (Çemberlitaş Sütunu)

0.4mi

Beyazit Mosque (Beyazit Camii)

0.6mi

Istanbul Archaeological Museums (Istanbul Arkeoloji Muzeleri)

0.7mi

Gülhane Park (Gülhane Parki)

0.8mi

New Mosque (Yeni Cami)

0.9mi

Rustem Pasha Mosque (Rüstem Paşa Camii)

1mi

Istanbul Museum of Modern Art (Istanbul Modern Sanat Müzesi)

1.8mi

Galatasaray High School (Galatasaray Lisesi)

2.1mi

Balat

2.2mi

Haydarpasa Railway Station (Haydarpasa Gari)

2.5mi

Kariye Museum (Kariye Müzesi)

2.6mi

Eyüp

3.5mi

Amenities of Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class

Free wifi

Room service

Air conditioning

Bar

Tour desk

Terrace

Soundproof rooms

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Soundproof

Free toiletries

Stay rules - Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property