OTTOMAN HOTEL IMPERIAL-SPECIAL CATEGORY, Istanbul – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Caferiye Sok. No. 6/1, Istanbul, Tr,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34400,
Istanbul Province
Rooms with Ottoman charm
Ottoman Hotel Imperial offers 49 rooms featuring traditional Turkish rugs and wooden floors. Each room includes 24-hour room service, premium bedding, pillow menus, and laptop-compatible safes. Some rooms overlook Hagia Sophia. Air conditioning, satellite TV, and free Wi-Fi are standard. Bathrooms come with free toiletries and electric kettles. Note: some rooms do not have elevator access.
Ottoman cuisine & dining
The hotel hosts Matbah Restaurant, serving Ottoman Palace cuisine. Padisah Restaurant offers fine dining with views of Caferaga Medrese, a historic handicraft center. The Saltanat Bar, open from 9 AM to 12 AM, serves drinks near the lobby. Breakfast includes Turkish and international options.
Historic heart of Istanbul
The hotel is in Sirkeci, a transportation hub, 100 yards from the nearest drop-off point for cars. It is steps from Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace (1 km), and the Blue Mosque. The Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar are within walking distance. Istanbul Airport is 16 km away; Sabiha Gokcen Airport is 44 km.
Award-winning hospitality
Ottoman Hotel Imperial has won multiple awards, including 'Best Historical Hotel' at the World Luxury Hotel Awards. The 24-hour reception provides concierge services, luggage storage, and secretarial support. Private airport transfers are available. Free Wi-Fi covers all areas.
Services for travelers
Guests receive a personalized Istanbul briefing with a city map. The hotel has a library on Ottoman history. Laundry, pressing, and housekeeping services are available. Safety features include smoke detectors and first aid kits. Travel agents with IATA codes receive automatic commission payments.
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW)
27.0
mi
Istanbul (IST)
28.8
mi
Train
Sultanahmet Tram Station1400 ft
Underground
Vezneciler
1.1
mi
Halic
1.2
mi
Amenities
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
Non-smoking rooms
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Luggage storage
Lift
Currency exchange
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Paid shuttle service
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Jacuzzi
Room features
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
Caferiye Sok. No. 6/1, Istanbul, Tr,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34400,
Istanbul Province
Map view
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Caferiye Sok. No. 6/1, Istanbul, Tr,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34400,
Istanbul Province
City landmarks
Mosque
Blue Mosque
3200 ft
Museum
Topkapi Palace
3000 ft
Cankurtaran Mh.
Topkapi Palace harem
2900 ft
Mosque
Suleymaniye Mosque
1.2
mi
Bridge
Galata Bridge
1.0
mi
Mosque
Little Hagia Sophia
3500 ft
Torun Sok.
Mosaic Museum
2300 ft
Mosque
Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque
3000 ft
Mosque
Rustem Pasha Mosque
1.1
mi
Gallery
Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
1.5
mi
Square
Beyazit Tower
4600 ft
Square
Beyazit Square
1.0
mi
Nearby
Museum
Hagia Sophia Museum
1000 ft
Alemdar Mahallesi
Basilica Cistern
700 ft
Square
Sultanahmet District
2000 ft
Museum
Istanbul Archaeology Museums
1600 ft
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih
Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami
700 ft
Historic Areas of Istanbul
1100 ft
Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet
TGC Press Media Museum
1700 ft
Monument
Serpent Column
1900 ft
Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu
Gulhane Park
300 ft
Binbirdirek
Walled Obelisk
1900 ft
Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu
Cagaloglu Hamami
1700 ft
Museum
Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam
300 ft
Museum
Hagia Irene
1500 ft
Divan Yolu Caddesi
Column of Constantine
2000 ft
Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5
Caferaga Madrasa
100 ft
Museum
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
1700 ft
Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi
Tomb of Sultan Ahmet
1000 ft
Merkez Beyazit
Mausoleum of Mahmud II
1900 ft
Restaurants
Theodora Restaurant
300 ft
Alemdar Cad. No:2 Sultanahmet
Zeynep Sultan
400 ft
Alemdar caddesi 9 Sultanahmet
Gulhane Sark Sofrasi
1000 ft
AlayKosku Cad. No: 22
Panorama Restaurant
900 ft
Yerebatan Cad. No:18 Sultanahmet
360° Panorama Restaurant
900 ft
Yerebatan Cad. No:18 Sultanahmet
The And Hotel
900 ft
Yerebatan Cad. No:18 Sultanahmet
House of Medusa
900 ft
Yerebatan Caddesi No:9 Sultanahmet
Mom's Corner
600 ft
Cankurtaran Mahallesi
Konak Cafe and Restaurant
600 ft
Alemdar Mah. Prof. Kazim Gurkan Cd. No. 18 Sultanahmet-Istanbul
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
84%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Great location
Exceptional service
Small rooms
Facing busy street
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
7.4
Location
9.7
Service
8.9
Dining
7.9
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 7 reviews
8.5
8.5/10 based on 532 reviews
Dick
United States,
May
2024
8.6/10
I loved the hotel's proximity to local attractions and restaurants. The rooms, though small and facing a busy street, were clean. The service was exceptional and truly made my stay memorable. The dining options were good, with the added bonus of packed breakfast arrangements for early tours. Overall, a great value for the price.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, while small and facing a busy street, were clean and comfortable. They could benefit from extra drawer storage.
Service
10.0
The service was top-notch, with attentive staff who went above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay. From restaurant service to checking on my well-being, they were dedicated and welcoming.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was excellent, surrounded by cafes and historical buildings, within walking distance of key landmarks like Aya Sofia and offering magnificent views.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was good, offering a buffet with diverse food choices. The staff's attention to detail, including organizing packed breakfasts for early tours, was appreciated.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were well-maintained and offered everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
Great location
Small rooms
George
United Kingdom,
December
2023
8.4/10
This hotel offers a great location close to the city attractions like Hagia Sophia, Topkapi, and the Sultanahmet Mosque. The rooms, although clean, are unremarkable. The staff provides exceptional service, making your stay in Istanbul unforgettable. The dining experience is decent, with a nice variety of fresh options. However, the location is excellent, right in the center near many interesting places.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, although clean, are unremarkable.
Service
9.0
The staff is among the most dedicated and welcoming I have met during years of overseas travel, going beyond the normal course of customer service to ensure our comfort.
Location
10.0
The location is excellent, right in the center and close to so many interesting places.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience had a nice variety and fresh options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides various facilities to make your stay comfortable.
Anne
United States,
November
2023
7.6/10
The hotel is perfect for young travelers looking for a cozy place to crash for the night. The rooms, although facing the main street, are gorgeous but could have been cleaner with some fixtures tightened. The service was extremely friendly and helpful, except for the incident of refusing to open an awning on the upper deck. The location is superb, right in SultanAhmet Square with iconic sites within walking distance. The dining experience was good, with a plentiful and varied breakfast. Overall, the hotel offers a great value for money with some room for improvement in cleanliness and service.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were cozy on the small side but good for young travelers. They were facing the main street, gorgeous, but could have been cleaner and some fixtures tightened.
Service
8.0
The service was extremely friendly and helpful overall but with the incident of refusing to open an awning on the upper deck.
Location
9.0
The location is unbeatable, right in SultanAhmet Square with iconic sites and attractions nearby.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offered a plentiful and varied breakfast, which was good but could have some improvements.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were nice but could have been cleaner and better maintained.
Great location
Room cleanliness
Alex
United Kingdom,
August
2023
9.0/10
I was immediately upgraded to a larger, modern, and comfortable room that was great value for the money. The main rooms were luxurious but pricey. The room was very clean with good amenities, quality bedding, towels, a flatscreen TV, and a safe.
Rooms
9.0
My room was spacious, modern, and comfortable for the price.
Service
9.0
The staff were friendly, courteous, and incredibly helpful, without being pushy. They even arranged a last-minute airport transfer for me.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was perfect, close to historic monuments and within walking distance to many attractions. It overlooked the Hagia Sophia and was ideal for sightseeing.
Dining
8.0
The dining options at the hotel were plentiful and varied with a good selection. However, the menu tended to repeat daily.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offered a range of facilities, including room service and tours/ticket assistance. Everything was well-maintained and convenient to use.
friendly staff
limited dining options
Stephen
United Kingdom,
August
2023
8.4/10
The hotel offers clean and comfortable rooms with a mini-hammam, overlooking the street with a tram line and the caferaga medrese. While slightly dated, the rooms are clean and cozy. The service is fantastic, with attentive and friendly staff providing helpful orientation. The location is excellent, right in Old Istanbul within walking distance of major historic sites. The dining experience is mixed, with limited options but amazing service. Overall, a great value for the location and comfort provided.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were as expected, a bit dated but clean and comfortable with a mini-hammam.
Service
9.0
The service is top-notch with attentive staff providing a helpful orientation.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is excellent, right in the heart of Old Istanbul near major historic sites.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience has limited options but the service is fantastic.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers essential facilities for a comfortable stay.
Charlie
United Kingdom,
August
2023
8.6/10
The hotel was in a perfect location right next to Hagia Sophia and within easy reach of numerous attractions. The rooms offered stunning views and were beautifully decorated, although some were small. The service was professional and helpful, with courteous staff. The dining experience was enjoyable, with comfortable seating arrangements. Overall, a wonderful stay with great value for money.
Rooms
9.0
The room on the 1st floor overlooking Hagia Sophia was absolutely spectacular. The 5th-floor room, though small, was quiet and beautifully decorated.
Service
8.0
The service was professional and very helpful, with kind and courteous staff.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is fantastic, in the heart of historical Istanbul, side by side with Hagia Sophia, making it perfect for exploring the city's iconic attractions and dining options.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was nice, with top-notch service and close proximity to Hagia Sophia.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered good facilities for a comfortable stay.
Murray
United States,
June
2023
8.2/10
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The room, although tiny and not very clean with a broken table and damaged flooring, did have some good points like being clean, having air conditioning, and free WIFI. The view of Hagia Sophia from the first floor room was absolutely spectacular, but unfortunately, it was facing a busy street and the tram.
Rooms
5.0
The room I stayed in was very tiny and not very clean, with a broken table and damaged flooring. However, it did have some positives like being clean, having air conditioning, and free WIFI.
Service
9.0
The service at the hotel was excellent. The staff were very helpful and informative, without exception friendly and accommodating. They even cheerfully changed our room for us the following day.
Location
10.0
The location of the hotel was fantastic, right in the heart of historical Istanbul, near Hagia Sophia, and within walking distance of many tourist spots. The transportation was very handy, and it was in the center of Sultanhamet.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was delightful, with a delicious and generous buffet offering a variety of foods to choose from in a modern restaurant. It was a Turkish luxury dining experience that I truly enjoyed.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had great facilities, including room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance. The facilities were very convenient for guests.
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