Name: La Vida Hotel Old City
Address: Akbıyık Caddesi, 80, Istanbul, 34122, TR

10/10

Exceptional

25 May 2026

Romar

One of the things I love most about this place is the exceptional hospitality of the staff. From the moment I arrived, everyone was warm, welcoming, and always willing to help with a smile. They truly made me feel comfortable and valued throughout my stay. The service exceeded my expectations and added so much to the overall experience. Because of the outstanding treatment and positive atmosphere, I would definitely choose to stay here again and highly recommend this place to others.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

13 Dec 2025

Khalid

We had an amazing stay at La Vida hotel. Clean rooms, great location, and amazing staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2025

SHERIF

Nice Hotel

Staff is helpful, check in was quick, Nice area for walking and nice food all around in addition to being near from the touristic historical center of the city.

The room was very clean and comfortable.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2025

Deborah

Lovely hotel, lovely and clean. Lots of little touches like bathrobes, slippers, water and tea and coffee.
In a perfect location only 5 minutes walk from the blue mosque etc
Lovely breakfast

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 May 2025

Francois

Good enough hotel. Polite service. Helpful staff.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2025

waheed

A very nice and accommodation, with friendly staff always helpful and polite to help.
And adjoins a great restaurant and a street full of nice restaurants and a few bars to relax and enjoy the night away.
Very reccomend for location, as a 5min walk to the Blue Mosque and all the tourist sites and squares.
Local tram, taxi and boat links all nearby.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 May 2025

Jafar

Ok room

The room was desent, but the washroom was not clean

10/10

Exceptional

28 Apr 2025

Nermeen

Great location!

Location was excellent, walking distance from all the sites. Staff was very helpful, arrange airport transfers and checked in often with us regarding our stay.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2025

Samera

Aynur the receptionist was approachable and helpful with getting around Turkey to places I wanted to visit and recommend a excellent hammam!

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

17 Nov 2024

Asilia

It was a terrible experience.I booked this hotel for my mother. She was flying from New York to her hometown and decided to stop in Istanbul for a day to explore the city.
I arranged a VIP taxi with the hotel in advance for 50€. They provided the driver’s name, who was supposed to meet her at the airport.However,no one with that name showed up.After 45 min,a different driver finally arrived.They misled her and caused her unnecessary stress.My mother doesn’t speak English and went through an awful experience.
But the nightmare didn’t end there.The next day, she booked VIP taxi at the hotel reception for 3 p.m. to go to the airport,also for 50€.The car didn’t arrive at the scheduled time.Every 5 min the staff kept saying the car would arrive in another 5 min,misleading her and promising she would be on time, claiming the drive to the airport would take 30 min. Almost an hour passed,and the car still didn’t show up.
My mother was already late for her flight and extremely anxious.The hotel refused to refund the 50€ and told her to keep waiting.In the end,she had to order an Uber herself and head to the airport.The journey, which they claimed would take 30 min, ended up taking 1.5 hours!
She barely made it to her flight, rushing to the gate at the last moment.My mother is a 70 y.o.,and this hotel made her nervous,forcing her to run with her luggage.
I would never recommend this terrible hotel to anyone due to their disgraceful treatment of guests.

Leisure

2/10

Poor

12 Nov 2024

David

The property was dirty, I book this for my wife. Almost got the divorce, she was so mad with me. Because the room was dirty, a lot of stairs. Pictures are fake.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2024

Sameer

Clean hotel located in the old area. Very near from the touristic sites. Many restaurants in the same street. Thanks for Batu for his disponibility and helpl!

10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2024

Bassam

Excellent location close to shops restaurants and tramway
Nice breakfast included. Friendly and helpful staff.
Clean amenities.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2024

Betsabe C.

Fue una gran experiencia estar en el hotel super cerca de los lugares emblemáticos buen desayuno y muy atentos

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

30 Oct 2024

John

Don't hesitate

Wonderful hotel. Great location and a great price. Bed very comfy. Quiet. Breakfast could be better but adequate. Staff fantastic.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

30 Oct 2024

MST

Not up to the mark

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

23 Oct 2024

PHAP

Don't stay here

First, there are no elevators and we stay on the 3rd floor. A/C does not work, no safe, room is too small, no space for 2 suite cases, breakfast was a joke. The surroundings are terrible even though it is near Sultanahmet.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Oct 2024

David

The best area of Historic Istambul close to all iconic places.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Sep 2024

Jeremy Neil

Central location for a short break. Very good

Business Friends

8/10

Excellent

25 Sep 2024

Celia

The staff were very helpful in helping to arrange a lovely turkish bath for us, and answering other questions we had about the area..thank you!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2024

Ibran Ulhaque

We were picked up by the taxi driver, although we had to phone the hotel to find out where the driver was. Took an hour to get there and we had help take the luggage to the room. Room was clean and well set, i would have preferred a bigger room, but it was sufficient. Breakfast was simple food and nothing fancy. They had their own restaurant where the food was excellent, the restaurant staff were very helpful and often gave us free tea and bakalava at any time. Most of the sites we wanted to visit were very close. Food is expensive and if you stay as long as we did you need to consider this before booking a long stay. Every shop is open to negotiation when buying gifts and items for yourself. But, be careful with the barbers as they just keep doing stuff to you even if you say no and then give you a big bill at the end. But did enjoy my stay and woild go back, but for about 3 days, not 8 days like we did.

Leisure Family

2/10

Poor

04 Sep 2024

Wanis

Worst hotel i ever been all fake pictures rooms was old and dirty and staff was terrible

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

20 Aug 2024

T

Good location.

Location was great, walkable to the main mosques and others sightseeing. Many shopping options nearby. Breakfast was ok. The downside was that in our room the window was high, which we could not see outside, making the room dark.

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

15 Aug 2024

Frank

Very friendly people.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2024

ATHRAH

Liked everything about it.

Business_and_leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

31 Jul 2024

Amal

Property was on a busy street filled with restaurants, close to blue mosque and transport so good location. Entrance was through the restaurant below, breakfast was small and limited despite being a buffet and options repeated every morning. The windows are small and very high up so there’s no view to be seen from the room and feels a little like a prison. Staff are friendly and cleaner was good.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

29 Jul 2024

amna

The location and staff were great but thr facilities and powercuts at the time of our visit caused a lot of inconvenience.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2024

Mesut

We had a good stay. Near historical places. The rooms were clean. The staff was helpful and friendly. But it would be better if they put a tea or coffee machine next to breakfast.

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2024

Bilol

My first day in Istanbul and not regretting about this place, managed well my arrival and departure, stuff was friendly. Especially bother Baran(receptionist) thanks to him, made short trip enjoyable. Definitely going this place again next time!!!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jun 2024

Michelle

Good choice

Nice hotel with friendly and helpful staff. I’d definitely stay again.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

05 Jun 2024

anthony

Great Affordable Place.

Flying back home from Germany, I decided to stay one night layover in Istanbul close to the famous blue mosque. I am so glad to pick this great hotel. The single bedroom was bit small, but was very cozy and very clean. All the rooms are in 2nd floor and 1st floor has a great restraunt, which serves beer and opens late. The hotel is close to the Grand Bazzar shopping and other attractions. I will definitely will be staying again in October. Only thing they could improve is the free wifi. They also offer transportation to and from airport with fee.

Business

8/10

Excellent

30 May 2024

Mark

Boutique Hotel in the heart of historic Istanbul

This is a boutique hotel along one of the streets leading to Sultamemhet Square, an easy walk. Quaint is the best description with reasonably sized rooms and bathrooms (for Europe). The service was great, allowing us to check-in very early on arrival. The were great to make arraingements for us for shuttles and transport. The attached restaurant has good turkish food. Had a little trouble with our AC but they were quick to reset the unit. My only real complaints (if you can call it that) is that the Hotels Ad says that it is handicap accessible on a single floor, This is not the case. so expect stairs (not tons, but no wheel chairs) and my second is their breakfast. The selection is small and not always well replensihed.If you want the popular items, better be down at the start (0830). Luckily the attached restaurant has a good menu at reasonable prices. Bottom Line: good room prices and great location, willing to sacrifice a big breakfast buffet.

Partner

2/10

Poor

08 Feb 2024

Pavel

It's a scam hotel

The hotel rating is fake.
I reserved a Deluxe Double Room because of its square footage. Namely, 323 sq ft. That was of paramount importance for me as I had four big luggage items. When I arrived at the hotel, I discovered that the room was twice smaller!!! Besides, It was smoked through as compared to the the hotel's declaration that it is a non smoking room. To crown it all it was so cold in the room that I couldn’t sleep at night, and in the morning my wife had to wear her down jacket in the room. So, I was deceived by the hotel what concerns the room’s characteristics. I did find a much better hotel in the morning and this scam hotel refused to return my money. It's best to stay away from this hotel, especially since there are plenty of better options right on the same street.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Feb 2024

Ayesha Ayub

It is good. Clean. Friendly staff. Some staff didn’t understand English.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jan 2024

Yousef

We stayed at La Vida Hotel for 10 days and we had a wonderful experience. The hotel is clean and walking distance to all the famous spots in SultanAhmet. They also have a nice restaurant downstairs and many nearby. Baraan greeted us everyday and always offered to help. He made our experience a great one in Turkey. Thank you Baraan for everything, and we’ll be back to Istanbul soon!

Business_and_leisure

8/10

Excellent

13 Jan 2024

Rawan

The staff was really nice, the room is spacious and nice , I liked yhe hotel .
they have problem with daily cleaning, they don’t clean the room after checking in , they barely made the bed and changed some of the towels but didn’t clean

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jan 2024

Rodica

The best trip in La Vida Hotel

The lovely guy from the reception it was absolutely amazing!
He helped us with everything (room-wise, recommendations around, food-wise)
The restaurant downstairs also has the best fish soup in Istanbul.
We eat every day!!!
I highly recommend this hotel and services !
Many thanks to M from the reception!
Keep smiling and always positive!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2023

Mostafa

Recommended

Excellent location , large rooms and very clean

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Nov 2023

SYED

Close to blue mosque and museum

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Nov 2023

Marica

Excellent location,very clean and tidy room, friendly staff and very good breakfast😊

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2023

Qahtan

Loved it

Clean, spacious rooms with amazing staff. Close to a verything.

Business

10/10

Exceptional

09 Aug 2023

NEELA

Great Service

Everyone was so friendly with great hospitality and honest. I would definitely come back and book with them again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2023

Barry

My family of 3 stayed 2 nights at La Vida and thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the hotel. The room was modern, CLEAN, breakfast was great, air conditioning outstanding for the hottest of days, located in a lively area - full of shops and restaurants and a few blocks away from Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. The hotel and restaurant staff were super friendly, helpful and amazing people!!! Thank you for a great stay!!!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2023

Mohammed Furhat

Great place to stay

Good boys running this place

Self

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2023

Robert

Great location
Clean and convenient

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Jun 2023

Adnaan

Clean, modern room in a perfect location

Perfect location. Short walk to Blue mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and local tram station.
Plenty of options for food around the hotel.

Room was modern, clean and includes fridge, mini freezer, hairdryer, iron and toiletries.

Breakfast was basic but delicious.

Staff are very friendly. Always on hand to greet us and provide any support.

Room size was perfect for a couple. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a clean, modern room in a perfect location.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2023

Sofia

Very clean and well-kept room. The front desk staff was very attentive. Located in a nice area with lots of shops and restaurants.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

20 May 2023

Arman

Clean, cozy, great service; noisy street though

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2023

CASSIM

Excellent location. Hotel is located walking distance from Hagia Sofia and Sultan Ahmed Mosque. And plenty of restaurants and shoppings at nearby at walking distance. Mgmt was friendly and very helpful
Excellentl choice.

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

17 Apr 2023

niki

Wrapped up 4 days there with my son. Property kept in touch with my via Whatsapp on the pick up i have arranged which was very helpful. the room i had booked was a queen bed - exactly as it looks in the pictures. was pretty small to walk around and would have been perfect if we were not spending much time in the room. My son was sick for 3 of the 4 days we were there, so had to spend plenty time in the room. the outside is not as spacious as looks in the pictures. the lanes in Istanbul are very narrow...so that was a bit of a shock to me. The restaurant is good...food is good. and people was generally friendly and helpful.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2023

Borys

the locations is great, just a few minutes from the city center

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2023

Iqbal

Minutes walk from all attractions.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

25 Feb 2023

NIDAA SHUKRI

It was very nice location for this hotel.
Staff are very friendly but they are downstairs looking after their restaurant and they leave the reception empty .;
We had trouble with finding hot water .

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2023

Ameen

Nice hotel

8/10

Excellent

16 Jan 2023

Louella

Friendly staff. Clean and lovely room.

Unfortunately, no elevator but a staff person varied my baggage up the stairs for me.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jan 2023

Marenglen

Great hotel. The staff are fantastic- friendly, helpful, and super nice. The rooms are nice and comfortable. Food next door is very good and breakfast is included. Overall a great experience and highly recommend it.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Nov 2022

Perseus

Excellent

I highly recommended this hotel. Staffs are helpful and courteous. It’s very clean. Service is totally excellent.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Nov 2022

maya

We had a great experience in Istanbul. Excellent hotel, atmosphere and staff!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2022

Amir

Ebrahim is an example of good employee and he would take customer service to a different level defining it five stars. I m truly happy with this hotel and service i was given alos area, transportation and pretyy much everything was accessible

Thanks you so much

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2022

Kashif

Everything perfect

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

06 Oct 2022

Minaz

Ibrahim was amazing at the reception

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

05 Oct 2022

Denis

Excellent Hotel! Amazing staff, Ibrahim was very helpful!

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2022

Kayode

The hotel is well located, staffs were helpful, breakfast is good and good price for the money. Enjoyed the 6 days stay.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Jul 2022

Tammy

It was an enjoyable stay

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2022

Yali

Friendly staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2022

MINAZ

Walking distance to the Blue Mosque and nearby tourist attractions. Fantastic service from hotel staff and management. A big thank you to you Ramadan for all your help and making our stay enjoyable experience and for also for upgrading us to a larger room.

Clean spacious rooms

Newly refurbished building

Excellent restaurant downstairs discounted for those that stay at the hotel.

All the best to the La Vida hotel management and staff at the restaurant.

Minaz

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2022

samir

The room was a decent size. Good hot shower. The room was clean including the bed sheets/ pillows. The lighting was a bit dim. The staff were helpful. The hotel is quite a small establishment. The negatives 1. No one was available at the front desk a number of times when i needed assistance. 2,The music in their attached restaurant was still being played after 1am. This affected my sleep as my room was one floor above it.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2022

KEITH

The staff were amazing they looked after us all throughout our three night stay. The Paradise restaurant I see part of the Hotel serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. The quality of the food was fantastic. Nothing was to much trouble for staff our whole stay. The location is amazing all of top tourist attractions are within 10 minutes walk. We will return!

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

03 Apr 2022

Haaron Abed

Liked everything

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2022

Paige

Fantastic stay at La Vida - I'd recommend this hotel to anyone. The staff were incredibly courteous and helpful, giving us recommendations of places to go and helped organize our COVID-19 testing for departure. They were always patient and understanding when we had to change plans (one member of our party had to come in late, and the bookings were in her name). The property was clean, cute, and exceeded expectations. Highly recommend!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Mar 2022

Zef

L’hotel era Bellissimo , e le persone ci hanno aiutato in ogni problema .

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Mar 2022

Daniel

Frienlyness