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Sultanahmet Cesme Hotel

Istanbul · Turkey

Kucukayasofya Mah Sehit Mehmet Pasa Sok, 22View location

8.0/10Excellent150 Reviews
Cleanliness8.0/108.0
Service8.4/108.4
Comfort8.0/108.0
Condition7.8/107.8
Location8.6/108.6
Neighborhood9.0/109.0
Amenities7.0/107.0
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About Sultanahmet Cesme Hotel

The Sultanahmet Cesme Hotel offers traditional Turkish hospitality with modern amenities in the heart of Istanbul's old city.

Surrounded by historic buildings and monuments, the Cesme hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the city's most popular attractions, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Hagia Sophia, and the Grand Bazaar. In addition, the location offers many restaurants, cafés, and shops right outside our doors.

The hotel, newly constructed in 2010, was designed for the comfort and convenience of our guests. An extensive complimentary breakfast is served each morning on our covered terrace.

In the warmer seasons, guests can enjoy relaxing over drinks on our rooftop terrace overlooking breathtaking views of the ancient city and the Marmara Sea.

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With a stay at Sultanahmet Cesme Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Istanbul, just a 3-minute walk from Sultanahmet Square and 8 minutes by foot from Blue Mosque. This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Bosphorus and 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Hagia Sophia.

Make yourself at home in one of the 16 air-conditioned rooms featuring heated floors and LCD televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-in, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 2:00 PM
Check-in until Anytime
Check-out until 12:00 PM

Hotel policies

No elevators Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed

Important information

  • You need to know
    • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Special Instructions
    Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
    • Property Registration Number 2022-34-0242
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately TRY 18 for adults and TRY 15 for children
    • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 100 per vehicle (one-way)
    • Rollaway bed fee: TRY 60 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    German

    Russian

    English

    Italian

    French

    Turkish

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Little Hagia Sophia 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Sultanahmet Square 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Turkish and Islamic Art Museum 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Column of Constantine 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Blue Mosque 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Basilica Cistern 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Bosphorus 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Hagia Sophia 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Grand Bazaar 1 km / 0.6 mi
Beyazit Square 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Istanbul Archaeology Museums 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Topkapi Palace 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Egyptian Bazaar 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Eminönü Square 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Süleymaniye Mosque 1.9 km / 1.2 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Year of construction: 2010
  • Year of most recent renovation: 2012
  • Number of floors (main building): 4
  • Number of floors (annexe): 4
  • Single rooms: 4
  • Double rooms: 10
  • Junior suites: 3
  • Triple rooms: 3
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  • Maestro
  • Visa Electrón
  • City centre
  • Bus/Train station
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
  • Airport
  • Harbour
  • Beach
  • Entertainment Area
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Wi-fi
  • Car hireExtra charge
  • Transfer serviceExtra charge
  • Airport ShuttleExtra charge
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • LaunderetteExtra charge
  • Medical service
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour security
  • Bellboy service
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safe
  • Currency exchange facilitiesExtra charge
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Sun terrace
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels and bed linenExtra charge
  • BarExtra charge
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking area
  • Smoking area
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Breakfast room
  • Printer
  • Photocopier
  • Fax
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Early departure
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Cash Free
Meal plans

Meal plan types

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BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • FAMILY ROOM TWO KING BEDSFAMILY ROOM • TWO KING BEDSFAM.2K

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    FAMILY ROOM TWO KING BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    TWO KING BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.2K

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  • DOUBLE TWO BEDSDOUBLE • TWO BEDSDBL.2B

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    DOUBLE TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    TWO BEDS

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    Room code: DBL.2B

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST-1

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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: FAM.ST-1

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARD • 35 m²FAM.ST
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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    35 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 4–4 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    4 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    FAMILY ROOM
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: FAM.ST

    Room amenities

    • Cot on demand
    • Wi-fi

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBT.ST

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMYDBL.EY-1

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    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    ECONOMY

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    Room code: DBL.EY-1

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARD • 19 m²SGL.ST
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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    19 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST-1

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST-1

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST-1

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST-1

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  • TRIPLE STANDARDTRIPLE • STANDARDTPL.ST-1

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    TRIPLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
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    TRIPLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: TPL.ST-1

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  • Room ECONOMYRoom • ECONOMYROO.EY

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    Room ECONOMY

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    ECONOMY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.EY

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  • Room THREE BEDSRoom • THREE BEDSROO.3B

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    Room THREE BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    Room
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    THREE BEDS

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    Room code: ROO.3B

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 20 m²DBL.ST
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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Cot on demand
    • Wi-fi

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  • TRIPLE STANDARDTRIPLE • STANDARD • 28 m²TPL.ST
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    TRIPLE STANDARD

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    8 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    28 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width, Double bed 131-150 width
    Room type
    TRIPLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TPL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • Cot on demand

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  • DOUBLE ECONOMYDOUBLE • ECONOMY • 1 Bedroom • 20 m²DBL.EY
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    DOUBLE ECONOMY

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    20 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 2–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 0
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    ECONOMY

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.EY

    Room amenities

    • Satellite TV
    • Carpeted floors
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Minibar
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower: 1
    • Central heating
    • Safe
    • Wi-fi
    • Wake-up service
    • Pillow menu
    • 220V power supply
    • Desk
    • Make-up mirror
    • Plug adaptor
    • Towel menu
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Sultanahmet Cesme Hotel

8.0
Excellent
150 Reviews
Cleanliness
8.0 /10
Service
8.4 /10
Comfort
8.0 /10
Condition
7.8 /10
Location
8.6 /10
Neighborhood
9.0 /10
Amenities
7.0 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
17 Nov 2025
Ahmed
Great staff and room. Close to mosque
10/10
Exceptional
22 Dec 2022
Imrana
I enjoyed my stay at the hotel. It is closer to most of the tourist attractions and excellent restaurants. The hotel staff are amicable and supportive.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
06 Aug 2022
Mohammad
Pleasant staff
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
04 Jul 2022
Richard

Rooms not as described on Hotels.com

Room was not as advertised. We paid for a Family Room, described on Hotels.com as on the top floor with 2 King beds and a Single bed. We arrived and were put in a street-level Triple Room (smaller, with 3 single beds). When we queried it, we were told to discuss with the manager the next morning. We spoke to the manager at breakfast, and he told us that there are no rooms with 2 King beds and 1 Single bed in the hotel, but eventually agreed to move us to another room on the top floor (away from the street-level noise) with 3 Single beds, which was slightly larger. No rebate offered.

Rooms were generally clean, except for the tops of wardrobes, which were filthy. Don't put your towel up there to dry like I did!
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
25 Jun 2022
Ulugbek
I like it. 8 out of 10. Fair for that price. Helpful management. Special thanks to cleaning lady. She was super nice.
Family
2/10
Poor
10 Mar 2022
Hassan
Property needs renovation( wallpaper with dirty marks everywhere) , heating too low and no way to control it,heating does not work in washroom ( snow/freezing outside), washroom door lock does not work, no garbage basket in room, tea pot handle burns hand, property on Hill hard to walk if you are with children although location close to mosques, reception had a teenager kid with minimal language skills , could not report problems to him. Very bad experience.
Leisure Family_with_children
2/10
Poor
09 Sep 2019
Verified traveler
Overview: the location was horrible / the hotel was un kept and un clean / room were small and bed was un comfrotable. The staff service was helpful / proffesional and welcoming.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
04 Aug 2019
Verified traveler
The location of the hotel is too much practical for visiting historical and shopping places.
Cosy hotel and calm.
The service was fast and on demand.
Except one little remark, the bending bed should not be taking out from the room without prior notice.
Regards
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
12 Jul 2019
FluHasipi
My brother and I reserved 2 rooms June 12 - June 27th. Due to personal circumstances we had to leave on the 22nd . We notified the owner/manager on the 18th (4 days prior) that we were leaving earlier and when we asked about the policy of early check out he said “ you will only for the nights you stay”. He even booked our Airport Transfer Taxi- after Contacting Expedia for refund the Hotel has denied our refund for the 5 nights for both rooms - saying that they were not notified that we we were leaving earlier . Dishonest to say the least! What was a decent experience turned to a disappointing end. I am definitely not going back to Sultanahmet Cesme Hotel and will make sure my friends ,family and beyond are aware of this. It’s not so much about the money they’re taking from usanymore ,it’s the fact that they’re lying about it.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jun 2019
Abdul

Great location

I had a good stay at the hotel, very convenient. It's a walking distance to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. The manager and the attendants were very welcoming. Overall, a good experience.
2/10
Poor
06 Apr 2019
Verified traveler

Could have been better

Booked the hotel based on excellent previous reviews. We were given a much smaller room to stay in than the one we booked. Then the next day we were given the correct room. Honestly the stay was not so good, the hotel needs some renovation and they are doing some maintenance, and it is in a steep hill. The cleaning is not good. The breakfast is good though.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2018
Oflando
We finally didn’t stay at the Cesme Hotel because there was an issue with the water in the room. However the owner of the hotel IMMEDIATELY moved us to another hotel of the family and upgraded to a nice room. Our stay was fabulous and personnel in both hotels was very helpful and friendly. They assisted us with tours reservations and information of the city. Breakfast was ok with coffee and tea and other alternatives of cheese and ham, eggs and local cuisine. I recommend their hotels. Very well located.
10/10
Exceptional
25 Aug 2018
ImranKhan
The property was at a very convenient location. The whole hotel staff was very friendly and like a family. They took care of us in every means. They even cooked some good turkish foods for us as complimentary. I will always go and reside at this hotel.
8/10
Excellent
14 Aug 2018
Mirgulya

Great service!

The owner was really friendly and was there to help us with anything. If you have a stroller to push, then location might be not the best. It is all way on the bottom of the hill.
Family
8/10
Excellent
02 Jun 2018
Verified traveler

Basic, clean and friendly

A basic but comfortable and very conveniently located hotel. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Good breakfast selection, and some great restaurants close by.
6/10
Pleasant
31 Mar 2018
Ahmad

It's a sleep over place only

The location was good stuff are so friendly . Bed sheets are smells and internet connection was slow.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Oct 2017
arbaz

nice hotel and close to every thing ,

nice staff and good valu for money , near taram and restaurant ,breakfast very nice and clean area.very quiet area.staff is very helpful, all ways happy welcome ..
Family
8/10
Excellent
05 Oct 2017
Verified traveler

Perfect position

We spent 5 nights there, room cleaned, staff really nice, good internet connection, perfect position. The hotel is just a little bit noisy.
8/10
Excellent
05 Sep 2017
Neil

Friendly and cheap

This place was really good value for money and the hosts were very helpful. The beds were really comfortable and it is so close to the old centre of Sultanahmet with the most amazing sights. I would stay here again. The only disappointment was the rooftop which is being renovated.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 Aug 2017
Verified traveler
it was nice meeting these guys, the location is awesome....
8/10
Excellent
11 Jul 2017
Green

Nice hotel, close to city centre. Staff friendly

Nice clean little hotel close to city centre and aminities...Manager and staff are very warm and helpful. Has a beatiful terrace view...Not very luxuruy but recomended as bargain choice...
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jul 2017
Hakeem
I really very happy with service response and brakefast it's really good hotel to stay thanks to cesme hotel
Family
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2016
philip

Nice hotel and near to all places of interests.

Lovely place to stay and the staff were very helpful and courteous.
8/10
Excellent
25 Jul 2016
Verified traveler
Nice hotel overall,
Very good service taking in consideration the little price.
Clean & good breakfast, a little limited though.
5 min of a little hard walk to the tramway station (cuz it's ups & downs streets) & also close to the sea with nice view.
Good a/c at the room. Clean comfortable room. But didn't clean bathroom during our 10 days stay.
2/10
Poor
02 Jun 2016
Verified traveler

Terrible

Terrible hotel full of mold and dirty manager kept showing up everywhere we where in the hotel felt very uneasy would never stay there again
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Mar 2016
Erika

Excellent value and location

Lovely little hotel. Very good value and excellent location less than 5 minutes walk to Hippodrome Square. Staff lovely. Rooms good size and fast free Wifi. Would definitely stay again on our next visit.
Family
4/10
Poor
02 Nov 2015
Verified traveler
No cleaning of the room was done , towels not changed , breakfast that had left overs .
6/10
Pleasant
27 Oct 2015
Verified traveler

Good price for Sultanahmet Area hotel

Very good price by Expedia.
It is at the bottom of the hill from Sultanahmet, so only for people who like to walk uphill.
In the rooms you can hear too much from other rooms and street.
Very close to Sultanahmet (just a few minutes walking).
8/10
Excellent
15 Oct 2015
Andrey

Nice hotel close to sightseeings

My parents stayed in this hotel Its very comfortable and very good situated. Daily breakfast was always with a rich choise of dishes.
All the must see places in Sultanahmet are nearby the hotel.
8/10
Excellent
14 Oct 2015
Janice

Good base for your sightseeing needs

We stayed in 2 different rooms on 2 separate nights. One was on the 4th floor and quite small. The other was on the 2nd floor and quite large and comfortable, although closer to the street and a little noisier. Kettle, tea and coffee in the rooms, as well as tea and a water cooler in the lobby. 24/7 staff at the front desk, even when we arrived from the airport at 2:30 am. They all seemed very friendly. Breakfast was delicious, and a lovely balcony to sit and hang out with a view of the water. A short walk to main Sultanahmet attractions.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Oct 2015
Rodney

Turkish Delight!

Very comfortable and clean room in an excellent part of historical Istanbul. Short but steep walk up to the Hippodrome and from there an easy walk to the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and all the other historical sites. No elevator in the hotel so it's better for able bodied guests. Nice Mediterranean style breakfast in the morning and helpful staff.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
06 Oct 2015
Matthew

Nice hotel, convenient location.

A short (uphill) walk to the major attractions of Sultanahmet. Rooms were clean, staff were friendly and helpful.

Only complaint was noise from the street below, but this was mostly during the day.
10/10
Exceptional
05 Oct 2015
Verified traveler

Great location and wonderful staff!!

We had a wonderful time at the hotel and the service was extremely helpful. They went out of their way to make us feel comfortable and welcome in their hotel. We highly recommend this hotel and would definitely stay there again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
19 Sep 2015
Verified traveler

Look no further - stay here!

I looked for a really long time to find a hotel in Istanbul, and to save you some time, just stay here! It's got it all - Great location close to everything. The breakfast was good with several different options. The value was outstanding for a nice clean room in the centre of it all. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. It was a safe area and we had a fabulous time.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Sep 2015
Zafar

Great location

Very close to Sultan Ahmed mosque, Hagia Sofia, Topkapi Palace and grand bazaar.

Hotel is clean, room was decent size and has AC.

Easy Airport shuttle for €5 per person. Picks up from the hotel.

I highly recommend this hotel.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2015
Awais

Memorable stay at Sultanahmet Cesme Hotel

Excellent hotel. However rooms are bit small but good value for money. Location is ideal. Staff and hotel manager were exceedingly hospitable and cooperative.
Gives good suggestion for shopping. Suggests good Istanbul tours.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Aug 2015
glenn

Affordable, clean, nice

I had a double room which was a good size and very comfortable and clean. The hotel is close to the Blue Mosque yet not in a busy area. The breakfast was very simple and only available for 90 min each morning. Would definitely consider staying here again.
6/10
Pleasant
30 Aug 2015
Nick

Good price, good service, mostly very good hotel.

The hotel is in a good location, convenient short walk to Blue Mosque and Hagia Sofia. Front desk service is extremely friendly (Varol was very helpful), and hotel breakfast was quite good considering the hotel cost.

Downsides are the air-conditioning is hit or miss (we stayed in 3 different rooms over 4 nights, sometimes the A/C on full blast didn't do anything to cool the room), and the \"convenient\" walks around the neighborhood are uphill in most directions, so your legs will burn. Also walls are very thin...that didn't bother us, but apparently our neighbors were bothered because they kept knocking on our wall.
Family
8/10
Excellent
29 Aug 2015
Joseph

Good economical stay near all the main sites

This is a good little hotel if you're traveling on a budget and/or want to be close to the main tourist sites in Sultanahmet. The hotel staff is very nice. Wifi worked well, and breakfast was small but sufficient. The breakfast room has a nice view, as does the rooftop terrace. There are plenty of restaurants in the area for dinner, and the blue mosque is maybe a 10 minute walk. I drove, which wasn't too much of a challenge though the roads are small and cobblestone in the neighborhood. Not sure where the free parking was, as I ended up paying about 30 TL to park right around the corner from the hotel for 2 nights (not really a big deal). My room was very small, so I wouldn't recommend it for a long stay. My only real complaint was the a/c was not working in my room so it was pretty uncomfortable. After the first night I asked the staff to have it looked at while I was gone - when I returned they said that is was blowing cold now, but there was no change. Maybe a language barrier... who knows. Other that that, it was a good stay and you can't beat it for the money.
8/10
Excellent
28 Aug 2015
Naseem

3 Nights Istanbul

This hotel small but nice .Good location.Staff is friendly Room service is great daily change towels and soap even free ironing. Very good breakfast. Just 5 euro to airport dropoff.I recommend this hotel ..
Family
10/10
Exceptional
24 Aug 2015
Amanda

Great place, very caring staff

Our time at Sultanahmet Cesme Hotel was amazing. The hotel is centrally located and very close to the Blue Mosque, Aya Sofia, Grand Bazaar, etc. This is a family run hotel and everyone is super nice and caring. Varol, the hotel manager, was great and helped us with directions, getting taxis, and arranging laundry. Him and his family made us feel right at home. There was turkish breakfast served every morning and although it was the same thing every morning, it was nothing short of amazing. The one thing I would say is that the hotel is located at the bottom of a hill, so if you don't like walking, or if you have knee issues, perhaps this is not the place for you. Otherwise, the hill really didn't bother us. Istanbul was super hilly in general, so we got used to climbing everywhere we went.
Family
10/10
Exceptional
18 Aug 2015
Cruz F

Excellent location, service, facilities and staff!

Nice place right in the middle of everything! :-)
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Aug 2015
Iqbal

Good hotel and great location

Good hotel, great location (only a few minutes walk from the Blue Mosque), super friendly staff. Would stay there again.
Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2015
Jenni

Brilliant location

Friendly helpful staff, comfy beds & lovely sheets, fairly good breakfast
Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Jun 2015
Verified traveler

Great Location. Ultra Clean

Enjoyed the area, staff and comfortable room. Great base to explore the old Istanbul area.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2015
Verified traveler

Great hotel

Nice hotel and staff, big rooms, clean and well located.
10/10
Exceptional
08 May 2015
Erin

great hotel!

I feel so lucky to have found this hotel. The rooftop terrace is excellent, and the owner and his brother (and the rest if the staff) were so pleasant and accommodating. Great location, definitely would stay again!
Tip: rooms on the upper floors tend to be quieter, but no lift.
4/10
Poor
19 Jun 2012
Anagha

Disappointing stay.

As the hotel site says that if a guest stays for more than 3 days he/she gets airport drop and pick up free. That didin't happen in our case. As we had to catch an early morning flight we had asked for assistance. The hotel person asked for a cab and we had to pay for it. (39TL) Before getting into the taxi I asked for the explanation, and I said that on your site it is mentioned that if a guest stays for more than 3 days he/she gets the airport shuttle free of cost. The hotel person said \"ya...it does say that...but you didn't mention that earlier.\" I was very surprised to hear that. Wasn't it the hotel's responsibility to provide the service which they have mentioned on their site proudly ?
We didn't have any time to argue with the hotel person as it happened very early in the morning, and we had a flight to catch.
This experience was very disappointing for us.
4/10
Poor
13 Sep 2011
Verified traveler

\"nothing special\"

This is basic accomadation. It was Ok, nothing more or less. It was overpriced so i would bargain price. Breakfast was lovely, wireless internet useless. I cant say it had much going for it.
10/10
Exceptional
24 May 2026
Chihiro
滞在中、オーナーや職員の方々には常に気にかけていただいて声をかけてもらい、安心して滞在出来ました。施設は丁寧に修繕されており、清潔です。一番のハイライトはルーフトップでの朝食です。素晴らしい景色と美味しい朝食は旅の中でも上位にあがる思い出です。
Friends
4/10
Poor
30 Dec 2024
osman
The person in charge was not so friendly. The first day when we went to breakfast, there was nobody there, that was at nine o'clock, but the guy told me breakfast starts at 8 o'clock (not in a friendly way) I told him, but it's Nine o'clock, just at that moment he realized it was late. We waited more than one hour. Another thing is that they don't accept payment with Dollars, the guy told me: Change your dollar and come back. Another thing is there is no elevator, and it is not so nice to carry the baggage to the third floor. The room and cleaning was ok. The place is okay because it is near many important tourist attractions.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
15 Dec 2024
N. Güneri
Kücük ama rahat bir otel, konum olarak Sultanahmet meydanınin hemen yanında olması, temizliği, çalışanlaınn yardımsever ve güleryüzlü oluşu en önemli avantajları. Tavsiye ederim
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2024
Ildikó

Isztambul márciusban

Kedves segítőkész személyzet. Ár-érték arány rendben. Minden föbb nevezetességhez közel van, úgy ahogy a leírásban igérik. Nem csalódtunk.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2024
Maria Gemma

Viaje en familia

Viaje en familia durante las vacaciones de Navidad. Lo mejor del hotel es su ubicación. Hotel sencillo, limpio, las habitaciones y los baños amplios, la cama muy cómoda. Ideal para los viajeros que se pasan el día disfrutando de la ciudad y cuando regresan al hotel quieren un lugar agradable, limpio y cómodo para descansar.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Jun 2023
giorgio
Hotel molto carino, pulizia della camera buona, c è una bellissima terrazza sull’ hotel molto comoda con una bellissima visuale, hotel molto comodo per visitare le maggiori attrazioni. Il proprietario parla l’italiano è molto gentile e ci ha consigliato le cose più interessanti da andare a visitare, Hotel che consiglio vivamente
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2022
Francesco
La struttura si trova in una posizione invidiabile, a 5 minuti a piedi da tutte le principali attrazioni di Sultanahmet. Potrete andare alla Moschea Blu, Santa Sofia, Topkapi, Basilica Cisterna in massimo 5 minuti. Anche Grand Bazaar e ponte sul Bosforo sono vicinissimi. Oltre alla posizione ci tengo a mettere in risalto lo staff del Hotel: si tratta di una gestione familiare, una bellissima famiglia gentile e disponibile. Ci hanno dato consigli preziosissimi per evitare fregature e vivere la vera Istanbul. Un grazie e un abbraccio a Tekin, il General Manager. Persona affidabile e gentilissima vi aiuta per qualsiasi necessita. In questo Hotel sanno cosa significhi ospitalita. Pulizia ottima. Camere comfortevoli. Se tormiamo a Istanbul torneremo sicuramente al Cesme Hotel e se conosco qualcuno che deve andare senza dubbio gli consiglio di scegliere questa struttura. Grazie ancora Tekin e complimenti per la gestione ela famiglia che hai creato.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 May 2022
marigone
Sehr guter Aufenthalt. In gut gelegener Lage.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
11 May 2022
Jannicke
Super koselig hotel i hjerte av Sultanahmet. Hyggelige og hjelpsomme drivere av hotellet. Vi følte oss veldig velkommen og godt tatt vare på . God Tyrkisk frokost og fint rom og bad . Perfekt beliggenhet.
Mange resturanter i området og nære Den blå Moskeen og AyaSofia . Takterrasse med utsikt mot Bosporos stredet . Superkoselig.
Leisure Family
4/10
Poor
25 Feb 2022
Kamel
Quartier très brouillon, service minimum, ne mérite pas trois étoile et demi
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
12 Sep 2021
Jamel
Tres proche des sites touristiques
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
01 Nov 2019
Verified traveler
Die Lage war sehr gut,Hotel standard,Zimmer ok,keine Mini-Bar,Bad ok,Sauberkeit gut,Frühstück war ok,jeden Tag das gleiche,eine Sorte Käse und eine Sorte Wurst,Kaffee war schlecht,vor dem Hotel ab 7 Uhr Rush hour,
Leisure Partner
4/10
Poor
28 Jul 2019
Verified traveler
อยู่ที่ที่พักนี้3วันไม่มีการทำความสะอาดห้องเลย น้ำดื่มก้อไม่มีให้ กระดาษชำระก้อไม่มีให้ ต้องไปขอถึงจะให้มา
6/10
Pleasant
25 Jun 2019
Verified traveler
Die Unterkunft war sehr günstig und der Check-in war unproblematisch.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
27 May 2019
Verified traveler
J'aime beaucoup le quartier très calme, populaire et juste à coté d une très jolie mosquée .L'hotel est propre et il y a une petite terrasse avec vue sue mer ,le petit déjeuner est bon et servi en terrasse couverte .La chambre économique a une fenetre qui donne sur un mur .
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
26 Mar 2019
Verified traveler
الموقع جيد رغم وجوده في مرتفع
صور الفندق في موقعكم لا تمت ل الواقع
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Mar 2019
Sophie

Perfect! near to everything !

The hotel is perfect, good quality/price! I was there for 2 days at the begening of my trip and came back for an other 2 days at the end. Near to everyting easy to walk : grand-bazar , blue mosque, bosphore. The manager send me all the information about the shuttle and what we can visite by whatsapp. The service is verygood people care about you ! The owner make sure evrything fine and answer all my questions! Breakfast is good, you can go see the marmara sea on the roof top ! I'll come back for sure
Family
8/10
Excellent
11 Feb 2019
Cesar

Tercera vez que me alojo y lo disfruto

Esta ha sido la tercera vez que me he alojado en este hotel. Lo más sobresaliente del hotel es el personal muy amable, sobretodo Tekin Kaya quien siempre está pendiente de cualquier necesidad que tengamos. El desayuno es bastante bueno, tipo mediterraneo pero Tekin nos ofreció un día huevos revueltos como para variar la dieta. Eso fue muy bueno!! Gracias Tekin! La ubicación del hotel es excelente porque está muy cerca de la Mezquita Azul y de toda la zona turística sin que llegue a estar tan cerca como para no poder dormir. La vista panorámica del último piso es fabulosa. Lo único que estuvo no muy bueno fue que no nos hicieron la habitación un día pero luego se solucionó el problema. Recomiendo este hotel a personas que deseen hacer un viaje de turismo a Estambul. La relación precio calidad es justa. Gracias amigos!
Partner
8/10
Excellent
10 Jan 2019
BUSRA

Sessiz ve merkezi

Sessiz bir bölgede ve tarihi yarım adada yer alması çok olumlu
2/10
Poor
02 Jan 2019
Verified traveler
Wij moesten naar een andere hotel dan dat wij geboekt hadden omdater problemen waren in de kamers werd ons verteld. Andere was de Villa pasha de naam voldoet zeker niet aan de realiteit. Eerste dag niet kunnen slapen van de geluid overlast die wij hadden. Eerst live muziek daarna motor geluiden na de stroomuitval hadden wij last van alarm die voor de deur van onze kamer afging vreselijke piepende geluid. Mat andere worden verschrikkelijke nacht gehad. Na onze klacht mochten wij na twee dagen weer terug naar de cesme hotel.
2/10
Poor
06 Oct 2018
Tabakovic
Das Hotel war eine reinste Kafastrofe waren 4 Nächte keine Reinigung des Zimmers keine Handtücher das Personal einfach eine Frechheit wie die mit Kunden umgehen für das Geld habe ich etwas mehr erwartet kann nicht verstehen wie so ein Hotel gut bewertet wird würde es keinen weiter empfehlen.
2/10
Poor
21 Jul 2018
Simi

Schimmelgeruch im zummer

Die Lage des Hotels ist top ansonsten würde ich das Hotel keinen weiter empfehlen, erst haben wir ein zummer bekommen im 4 OG ohne Aufzug natürlich, so nicht schlimm wäre da nicht da dieses zummer ehr für ein Person gedacht war. Nur waren wir zu zweit die südlich ging zur Wand ins Hinterhof. Und Armeisen hatten wir gratis. Nach Zimmer Wechsel gab es das Zimmer ganz unten im ersten Moment haben wir es nicht bemerkt das es so stark nach Schimmel roch, mit Klima war der Geruch auszuhalten aber keine Lösung. Wir haben das Zimmer behalten da es sich nicht mehr lobte zu wechseln. Insgesammt 4 Nächte verbracht. Waren froh im wider zuhause zu sein. Personal war nett Frühstück „OK“ in 4 Tagen habe ich nur ein mal gefrühstückt also das Geld kann man sich sparen. Am „schönste“ was nicht wirklich schön war, war sie dachterasse...war sehr enttäuscht.
8/10
Excellent
23 May 2018
Christelle
Personnel très acceuillant et toujours disponible.
Environnement de l'hotel très calme malgré sa proximité avec le centre ville. Localisation super pratique.
Super terrasse avec une très belle vue.
Chambre de taille moyenne, SDB ok.
Linge de toilette propre mais usé (avec des trous) qu'il faudrait changer.
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2018
mausi

Ein sehr zentrales Hotel mit sehr freundl. Persona

Die perfekte Lage kommt dem Hotel sehr zu gute . Das Hotel liegt nur 5 Gehminuten von der grossen Einkaufsstraße entfernt . Die Zimmer sind anfangs sauber werden aber in der Woche nicht gründlich gereinigt nur neue Handtücher werden gebracht. Dies ist für Leute die ihr Hotelzimmer selbst sauber halten aber kein Problem . Der Lärm ist auch leicht nervig man kann die Nachbarn hören.ansonsten alles gut . Gerne Wieder.
10/10
Exceptional
04 May 2018
Francesca
Esperienza favolosa!!!
Posizione fantastica dell'hotel, a due passi dai maggiori punti d'interesse della città: Santa Sofia, Moschea Blu, Cisterna Basilica, Gran Bazar, ecc...
La gentilezza del proprietario e del personale è unica, ci hanno aiutato, dato indicazioni, consigliato cosa vedere e dove mangiare.
Le camere sono pulite e all'ultimo piano della struttura c'è un terrazzo da cui ammirare una vista molto bella della città.
Se dovessi tornare ad Istanbul (cosa che farò sicuramente) tornerò a soggiornare qui e lo consiglio vivamente a tutti!
8/10
Excellent
27 Apr 2018
Verified traveler
This hotel was cheap and good but it is small so you can only sit at your room. There is no big places to chill other then the small lobby. The staff where nice and helpfull.
Partner

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Kucukayasofya Mah Sehit Mehmet Pasa Sok, 22, Istanbul, Turkey

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