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Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class

Travelers find a welcoming base near Istanbul's most famous sights, with the Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque all within walking distance

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Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class creates a warm, inviting atmosphere in the heart of historic Istanbul. Guests can fuel up with the breakfast buffet before heading out to explore nearby landmarks, or relax in the outdoor entertainment area between sightseeing adventures.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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Standard Single Room, 1 Large Twin Bed, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Partial Sea View (with balcony)

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Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • Partial sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • City view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • Partial sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2023
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Sultanahmet, a neighborhood in Istanbul, Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class is in a shopping district and near a private beach. Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern. Grand Bazaar and Galata Tower are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with boat tours and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
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34110, Istanbul, Istanbul, Alemdar Mah. Prof. Kazim Gurkan Cad., No.14, Sultanahmet

What's nearby

  • Scenic fountain at the Sultanahmet Square and the Hagia Sophia
    Sultanahmet Square
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, a mosque and religious elements
    Blue Mosque
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Basilica Cistern, Istanbul, Turkey
    Basilica Cistern
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grand Bazaar
    Grand Bazaar
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hagia Sophia
    Hagia Sophia
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Sultanahmet Station
    4 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station
    8 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST)
    55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Adamar Hotel
    1 min walk
  • Değirmencioğlu Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Buhara Ocakbaşı & Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Fish House
    1 min walk
  • Balkan Tatlıcısı
    2 min walk

About this property

Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class

Hotel remodeled in 2023 and located near Basilica Cistern
Located close to Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class provides a free breakfast buffet, a coffee shop/cafe, and a library. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and an outdoor entertainment area.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a vending machine, and concierge services
  • Coworking spaces, a porter/bellhop, and a TV in the lobby
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and free infant beds
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 32-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 25

Restaurants on site

  • kahve dükkanı
  • lobi bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (30 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2012
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday:
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 7 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per day (164 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 25

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

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Masterpass
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1730

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

TRYP Hagia Sophia Special Class
TRYP Hagia Sophia Special Class Istanbul
TRYP Hotel Hagia Sophia Special Class
TRYP Hotel Hagia Sophia Special Class Istanbul
Albatros Hagia Sophia Hotel Istanbul
Albatros Hagia Sophia Hotel
Albatros Hagia Sophia Istanbul
Albatros Hagia Sophia
Albatros Hagia Sophia
Albatros Hagia Sophia Istanbul
Albatros Hagia Sophia Special Class
Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class Hotel
Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class Istanbul
Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class?

Check-out is at 12:30 PM.

Does Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class located?

Located in Sultanahmet, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Basilica Cistern, Blue Mosque, and Grand Bazaar. Hagia Sophia and Süleymaniye Mosque are also within 1 mi (2 km). Sultanahmet Station is only a 4-minute walk and Gulhane Station is 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

10

Location

8.8

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 186 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is not a luxury hotel but it’s super clean, nice beds, sheets and pillows. Bathroom is good. Attention was very good, the staff super friendly. The location is the best! You have everything nearby. The price unbeatable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

yousaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for staying in Istambul.

Clean and friendly staff. Centrally located just a walk away from all three major attractions must visit for every tourist. Very quiet room and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was conveniently situated for visiting attractions and public transport
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navkiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet room. Very helpful staff. Very good buffet breakfast and Ira was a really good host in the breakfast room each morning. We were there for six nights and each morning we were greeted with a big smile from Ira and the staff at breakfast. Does this girl ever have a day off? She was still there each evening!! Long hours!! Excellent stay with location very good for sight seeing and shopping and eating.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel close to all the major attractions in the old city. The staff went out of their way to accommodate anything we needed. Recommend this as a good place to stay in Istanbul
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel location's is good, centralised to the attractions, public transport and dining places.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and accommodating. I thoroughly enjoyed staying at this hotel. Thank You for your patience and kindness.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent locatiion, wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything is OK. Position of the hotel is exellent. So many restaurants and shops in a walk distance.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo Elizabeth Johannus Hubertus van den

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, the room was large and very tidy, the breakfast was delicious, it was a fantastic holiday in istanbul
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my family we stayed for 1 night that here the staff were very friendly and helpful, They let us check in early, breakfast was good. The location was very convenient for restaurants, main tourist sites and train stations.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

George

Disliked: Amenities
Good restaurants in the area. Close to all the sites of interest.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was very nice and friendly and helpful all the time
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emileisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel is in city center close to haga sophia and others tourist attractions, very quiet and walkable. Breakfast included i will stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Atul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place.

Nice location and facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abdul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice quirky little place the rooms were nice and clean. Staffs were nice and smiley and approachable.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed Iqbal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Service Hotel

It was a good place to stay. The staff, Demirie, Irada and all others were wonderful, friendly, helped us and guided us in many aspects. They did everything they could. While i have read few reviews from past guests, I feel most those reviews that complained seemed not valid as the guests should understand that the owners, the staff try to do best to accomodate different types of people. It is difficult to meet everyone's needs but I saw everything good.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to the sights is perfect. Staff are delightful, friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Istanbul is compact near the main sites. Even walking to the ferries is only 1 mile. The hotel is easy to find. It's clean and while not brand new, very well run. The staff is superb. Breakfast is great. Lots of choices.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Simran

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Likes: Beautiful large room, large balcony with wicker table and chairs set, very clean, couldn't have asked for a betted location, great shopping (even with the Grand Bazaar closed for Eid) Dislikes: Bathroom very small and cramped, dated and in need of some TLC, wasn't really a lobby as such, due to its location felt more like walking into a shop
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property located in the very heart of Istanbul. Beautiful views, accommodating service and tasty breakfast! Be sure to stay in the rooms with balcony in order to marvel at the magnificent St. Sophia
Stayed 22 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Aisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is at a walkable distance to many locations The staff are really helpful and friendly. Only thing is the rooms are small and the bathroom could be more spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location for a "walking" vacation was excellent! All staff seemed friendly, but Dimetry at the front desk was there to offer suggestions and help with any little questions. All around a great experience here.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iza

The staff were exceptional, helpful and professional. Location is central
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in room 507.. it has a balcony where you can look to Hagia Sophia. Very quiet, comfortable bed. Breakfast room very cosy, good choice of food, excellent staff. 10 minutes walk to the main attractions. Dimitri is a great manager, helpful with local information and tours without being pushy! Also Richard, the night manager, was very welcoming.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024