Name: Obelisk Hotel & Suites
Address: Mimar Mehmet Ağa Cad. No:12 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, 34122, TR

8/10

Excellent

28 May 2026

Carlos

Hotel was very conveniently located to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. There are also great nearby restaurant options. The hotel rooms were clean and the breakfast buffet was great. The only real fault was on limited English language TV channels - there are over 800 channels however only 4 English channels all of which are news. The staff are very friendly and helpful.

Family

8/10

Excellent

18 May 2026

Yu

Perfect location. Good breakfast. Would come back again

10/10

Exceptional

14 May 2026

Muhammad

The rooms are well maintained and very comfortable. Staff are very helpful and pleasant. The breakfast is nice, not very warm as it it buffet style, but there is good variety. It's not a traditional Turkish breakfast, but will start your day on the right foot. It it's minutes away from the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sofia.

8/10

Excellent

07 May 2026

Kay

Ideally located for sites in Old Town. Rooms very nice great sized family rooms with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Kept perfectly clean. Tea and coffee provided, disappointed had to pay for bottled water in the room. Fridge and full length mirror always a bonus. Showers were of a reasonable pressure but the water was not very warm. Beds and pillows were perfect. Bring earplugs if you’re easily disturbed by call to prayer. Breakfast quite good. Lacked prepared fruit only apples and oranges available. All cooked food was kept barely warm. Will cook a fresh omelette to order though you have to ask. Some cobwebs under the seats in the breakfast room. Salads were great and plentiful. Plenty to fill up on. A small bazaar nearby and plenty of restaurants a few minutes walk away. Tram stop 10 mins walk. Would I stay again? Yes.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Apr 2026

JESUS

Lo mejor de lo mejor el
Personal, súper amables y muy educados
Seguridad y recomendaciones de parte de ellos excelentes

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

04 Apr 2026

Babar

We always come back here! Convenient location to the blue mosque, tram, eating places!
Staff are great, a special shout out to Younis, who always takes care of us.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Apr 2026

Lingly

Located within minutes of Blue Mosque and other local attractions. Lots of restaurants near buy. No easy access to public transit so its either Uber or walk.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

05 Jan 2026

Chowdhury

As expected

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

29 Dec 2025

Md Rasel

Not many options. Dry foods ! No fruits given

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Dec 2025

Li Li

Clean room, friendly staffs, simple but good breakfast. Near to amenities.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

12 Nov 2025

JUAN

Bad

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Nov 2025

Jonathan

Great room for a family, very helpful staff, recommend

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

02 Nov 2025

Joanne

We really wanted to love to this hotel as it’s in a great location close to attractions, restaurants etc for our four night stay however the first night our ceiling (Room 205) started leaking due to heavy rainfall and keeping us up all night with the dripping. It was brought up to the front desk, no action just throw down some more towels. Our last night it rained again - drip drip drip. We also weren’t provided with a fridge which it clearly stated when I booked that there would be one. The front desk, Yunus, was helpful with booking a dinner cruise for our group.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 Nov 2025

Jacqueline

Eunice was the best and all the front desk guys. The staff was excellent. Would stay there again

8/10

Excellent

29 Oct 2025

Karie

The area is perfect, located in old Istanbul where are the restaurants and shops are located within walking distance. The staff were very friendly and the rooms were comfortable. Sadly they got flooded by the rain and there was a leak in my aunts room and it ended up leaking into her luggage. I do recommend this hotel.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Oct 2025

Vidya

Highly recommend this hotel in Sultanahmet area .

We had a small room on the first floor facing the street but it was quiet and comfortable for our needs . Very clean and good housekeeping . The breakfast was good and the young lady was attentive .
I must compliment the front desk staff , Younis , Lokman and Zeki.
Younis was so friendly and helped with arranging tours and giving information about the closest ATM etc. Lokman was there every night to greet us when we returned and ask about our day. Younis brought us a basket of fruit and wine due to our status with Hotels.com. This was not expected but very kind and thoughtful. If we are back in Istanbul we will definitely stay here again as the location is fantastic and the staff is very informative and friendly. On a rainy day we were given an umbrella too . Little things mean a lot when you travel . If you choose this hotel you will not be disappointed!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jul 2025

Lolbeh

Buena ubicación, muy limpio y buena atención

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2025

Kori

It was very nice and the breakfast was amazing! It was super close to everything.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2025

N M Tanveer

Excellent hotel. Staffs were very helpful. Rooms were clean, modern and comfy. Could have a better refrigerator in the room. Otherwise all seems good. Perfect location for walking around to major attractions. Would highly recommend

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jun 2025

Ahsan

This hotel was amazing. Great and friendly staff. The room and bathroom is clean. Breakfast was ok, could have had more options, but still enough to fill you up and even go for round 2. Location is very good. Within walking distance of the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia, Grand Bazaar with close Tram links. I would recommend eating and dining near YusufPasa, as its half the price compared to where this hotel is situated.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

16 Jun 2025

Fernando

Breakfast is not very good and beds do not have double bed sheet. Location is really really good.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2025

Rajani

We got a suite with 2 bedrooms connected which was very convenient for family of 4. Beds and bathrooms were very nice and clean. Location is walkable to many dining options and all the main siteseeing. The hotel staff stored our luggage for free from checkout to 430pm. The transfer cost to and from airport was comparable to other private shuttle but felt safer. Traditional breakfast was included and freshly made. Not many continental options. We could hear the prayers from the mosque at 430am which we didnt mind and you would hear it anywhere that close to the center. Overall, it was a great stay. Pricey but worth it as we got to enjoy terrace dining with view of blue mosque whi ch we wouldnt have done if we stayed far from center.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2025

Sandra

Convenient for sightseeing and local transport system. The reception staff were helpful before our arrival and when we were there.They booked our airport transfers and a bosphorus diner cruise.
The room was exceptionally clean and the housekeeper was friendly.
We had a junior suite on the top floor.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2025

Dr Phillip John

The Obelisk Hotel is situated in the heart of historical Istanbul. The location is perfect for access to all the major sites by walking. We were two minutes from the Blue Mosque, three from Haggia Sofia and five minutes from Topkapi Palace or the Basilica Cisterns. The Grand Bazaar is about 15 minutes walk and the Egyptian bazaar about 20 or 25 minutes. There are local tram stops and lots of taxis for longer journeys. The hotel itself is modern and well kept. The cleanliness and service are excellent. There is a restaurant on site, but it only serves breakfast. However, there are dozens of local restaurants where you can find lunch or dinner. There is no bar at the hotel , but several of the local restaurants offer bar-like service, if you just want a beer or wine. The restaurants want your trade and are not afraid of approaching you in the street with offers etc. Don't be afraid to say no. A polite refusal is well understood. The local Turkish people are keen traders and, again, offers will be made to take you to sweet shops or carpet salesrooms. All very interesting, but remember, you don't have to buy. Overall an excellent hotel in a prime position.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 May 2025

anna

Everything people were sooooo nice

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

11 May 2025

Susan Vescio

Nice, clean riad, super close to Hagia Sophia!

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

05 May 2025

Helmut

The front desk staff was very helpful and accommodating. The maid service was excellent.
The breakfast was mediocre at best. One day the coffee machine did not work. The other day there was no bread available. Some days the fruit basket was not replenished, fruit was over ripe. The pastries were not good, the same cake slices left on the tray for a week. The food was not kept hot, the warming trays were not working adequately. The breakfast was the most disappointing aspect of the stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2025

Babar

Hotel is in a fantastic location, near all the historical sites.
Staff are friendly and helpful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Mar 2025

salimah

Hotel is a very convenient location. Walkable to blue mosque, Hagia Sophia, cistern basillica, the palace, the grand bazaar, and the tram station! Staffs are friendly. The free breakfast was so good. Highly recommend this hotel. Our family enjoyed our stay and love Istanbul.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

03 Mar 2025

Sabina

Great experience

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2025

Mazia Seyed

From the time we made the booking, communication was great. Very conveniently located for all the key attractions. Staff are extremely friendly and helpful

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Jan 2025

Barbara

The hotel was perfect for our short stay. It was clean and comfortable.
It was also within walking distance to several restaurants.

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

12 Jan 2025

Maria Sol

This experience was a disaster, room was super noise. And when we open the bed it was full of hear we record a video and showed to the receptionist he change us to an other room the cleaning wasn't much better. Then we looked in goggle for the review and we saw a picture taken in the same room with a rat on it. I will never recommend this Hotel and we left early we were very uncomfortable and insecure.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

18 Nov 2024

Wen Ci, Lynn

The area
The obelisk hotel is located in Sultanahmet, where many of the historical attractions in Istanbul are - because of this, the prices in the area are a little higher. The eateries around Obelisk are the same, but they also have terrace seating with views of the Old City, which in itself is very nice. One thing to note is due to their proximity to tourist areas, some discretion should be exercised when shopping/dining in the area around the hotel.

The hotel stay
We were upgraded to the unit on the top floor, which has an adjoined terrace on the fourth floor. This gave us a nice view and a very cool space to enjoy dinner and some tea while soaking in the surroundings. The room was clean, spacious and well-maintained.

Yunus at the reception wasvery helpful and gave us good food recommendations, and gave us useful suggestions of places to visit. The hotel helped us arrange a transfer to and from the airport for our stay before we arrived, which helped us avoid the hassle of securing transportation at the airport.
Breakfast was included during our stay, and traditional Turkish fare was offered for breakfast. This was alright, but we did not check any options outside of the hotel, given what we mentioned about the area being slightly pricier.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Oct 2024

Martine

The hotel was well located, close to transportation, sightseeing and also very safe.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Oct 2024

Qamar

Strong little hotel

What a great little hotel. The staff were very polite. The breakfast was decent, although pretty much the same each day but enough varitey to keep you going. The breakfast staff were very tentative and you could order a freshly made omelet.

We stayed in a two bedroomed suite. The room sizes are decent with enough room to move about and with good rainfall shower.

Location is super. 5 mins to blue mosque maybe less if you are a quick walker. Would happily stay here again. We stayed for 4 nights.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

12 Oct 2024

Teresita

Location and public transportation across the hotel.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2024

Christina

Loved the hotel. It was close toHagia Sophia

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2024

Lesley

I spent 5 nights at the Obelisk Hotel. I chose it for the convenience of the location. It is very close to the major monuments, cafes, restaurants and tram station. While I was there, the staff were very helpful and friendly. Lokman in particular talked to me every day, answered my questions about transport and sightseeing, made sure I had chilled water for the heat outside, and made me feel very welcome every time I was in the hotel lobby. His helpful advice ensured that I could navigate the city well.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2024

Michael

This is an excellent hotel. We ended up staying here 4 nights, not in a row, while in Istanbul. One of the reasons we chose it is because they have family rooms, basically 2 rooms connected by a vestibule. The staff is very accommodating and friendly. And, it is only about a 5 minute walk to the Blue Mosque.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2024

Michael

We stayed at this hotel 4 nights at different times. The staff was very helpful and friendly. The location is incredible; the Blue Mosque is about a 5 minute walk. And, it’s very economical.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2024

Maria

Great hotel staff

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Sep 2024

Jack

Clean and tidy property, friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast options. The area is super busy, but only walking distance to many attractions. If you haven’t stayed in Istanbul before, this is a safe option.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Aug 2024

Parwaiz

Very good location and the staff were very helpful. We stayed as a family of four and would definitely recommend. Will come back to stay again.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2024

SADIA

Loved staying at obelisk very accommodating, yunus and the other staff was very helpful… they made our choice of breakfast and guide us through the trip definitely recommend this place all shopping and attractions are just walking distance and if you ever get lost you can chat with them. They always respond!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Aug 2024

Tahir

Can’t ask for more excellent service and location

8/10

Excellent

17 Jun 2024

Hussain

Very good location. Rooms were smaller in size but everything is smaller in that area.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

11 Jun 2024

Kamar

We are family of four on a holiday in Istanbul. Staffs are very helpful. Breakfast was okay and the hotel is located near important visiting sites in Istanbul. The only thing i will recommend to make refrigerator available in the breakfast room at least.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2024

Hussain

Only issue was no microwave in room or lobby no way of warming up food or milk

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2024

Elizabeth

Clean Delight in Sultanhamet

Wonderful stay right between the Blue Mosque and Hagai Sophia. We were so fortunate to find this location. They have a great breakfast on the terrace, super clean and comfy rooms, and friendly hotel staff willing to help with many things.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

28 Mar 2024

Michael

Great location. Clean and beautiful view. Great staff

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2024

saima

Incredible staff. Clean spacious rooms. Breakfast was also delicious.
Zeki helped us a lot, arranging for tours. Yunus and the others were also helpful. Everyone speaks English. The location of the hotel is great, except for Grand Bazar which is a 25 minute uphill walk. Hagia Sophia, Blue mosque and Topaki palace are a few minutes away.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Feb 2024

Shahzad Ahmed

Great location, good breakfast, helpful staff

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Dec 2023

Steve

Safinaz was a life-saver for me! She was so sweet and helpful as I was dealing with a lot of congestion that I contracted earlier in another country. Also Zeki helped me greatly with arranging cab service to return to the airport for leaving Instanbul. They along with the other staff at the hotel made my experience so much better than it would have been had it not been for them. Thank you!

10/10

Exceptional

17 Nov 2023

Ricardo

Fantastic staff!

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

03 Oct 2023

Aminaz

Istanbul

Great location, walking distance to all the sites. Staff was friendly and super helpful. Rooms are comfortable but a bit on the small side. Overall would recommend this hotel to others.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Sep 2023

Peter

Thumbs up

Good location. Friendly and helpful staff. Very clean.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2023

ISIDRO

Everything!! Wows

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2023

Veronica N

Walkable to Sultanahmet Square, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern and others. Close to many restaurants. Very good service by the staff; Yunus, Sehmus and Zeki.They were friendly and always ready to assist. Rooms are daily cleaned, towels changed and toiletries provided daily. Thanks to the girl who took care of our room daily. Breakfast was alright. Could be better. Need to improve cleanliness like washing the tray that catches drips from the coffee maker. Otherwise, our 5 day stay was great. The hotel is recommendable.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Aug 2023

Nancy

Excellent customer service, great breakfast, very clean, and safe to stay. Staff are very friendly and professional and ready to assist.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2023

gyorgy

It was a pretty good experience hotel staff was
Pleasant

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2023

Urbana

Our stay was very comfortable and safe. The staff were wonderful!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2023

Amanda

Very satisfied with the hotel. The employees were friendly and helpful. The hotel is in a very desirable are of the city and is close to many tourist attractions.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2023

Amana

Really nice hotel at a great location. Everything is nearby and easily accessible. Nice clean rooms and staff was very nice, polite and helpful. It was my mums birthday and they surprised her with a cake at breakfast. Such a nice gesture. Will definitely stay here again next time we visit.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

10 Apr 2023

Jill

Clean, modern and conveniently located - 0.3 miles to Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. We had some street noise but it is expected given the location.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

04 Apr 2023

James

Great location, friendly service, lovely room. Breakfast could be improved - got the feeling that it was brought out each day. For example fizzy fruit salad. Just wanted a freshly made poached egg.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Mar 2023

SUAD

We had wonderful experience at this hotel, we booked it based on reviews and we weren’t disappointed. It’s clean and walking distance to everything, staff are super nice and friendly- definitely recommend and will come back to this hotel. Thank you to Zak, Yonis and the cleaning lady, very lovely person.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Feb 2023

Michaela

The hotel was well situated for all the local attractions. The staff were all very friendly and welcoming and were also very helpful with all of our questions

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Oct 2022

David

A lovely stay

Wonderful location clean and comfortable. Very friendly staff

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2022

Maria Victoria

Excellent hotel near Sultanahmet

Great hotel, great location, helpful and friendly staff, very reasonable rate. I know I will be back. Highly recommended.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

12 Sep 2022

Edward

Rooms are clean. Excellent location, however rooms on the second floor are too small.

10/10

Exceptional

27 Aug 2022

Ahmad

Loved staying at Obelisk hotel!!

We had a great experience during our stay at Obelisk Hotel. They upgraded us for free to their best room that had balcony with amazing view. The room was clean and spacious. Hotel staff was courteous, provided us with the things we needed and also guided us about city tours.
The location of hotel is excellent which is a huge plus.
If I visit again, I will stay at Obelisk hotel.

Friends_and_family Family

4/10

Poor

24 Jul 2022

HINA

Hot summer july 2022 review

Room 201had poor airconditioning system, they finally fixed it on the very ladt day. Had to sleep with windows open, staff and management refused to help or escalate to next. Night shift manager and kitchen crew was vdry nice and helpful. Location is good, try to avoid 201 and 401.
Street facing rooms has a very nice view of the street.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2022

Adam

Our group really enjoyed the stay at this hotel. In a very convenient location with very helpful and nice staff. I would highly recommend staying here and hope to return here soon one day.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2022

Bonnie

they hotel manager was on top of everything in the hotel
location is terrific

Leisure Family