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Artefes Hotel Old City

Historic hotel near the Blue Mosque offers stylish comfort and relaxation in rooms that provide the perfect respite after exploring Istanbul's Old City

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Artefes Hotel Old City, in Istanbul's historic center, sits at the crossroads of East and West. Enjoy the daily manager's reception, relax in the garden or rooftop terrace, and walk to Hagia Sophia. The restaurant serves breakfast, and the attentive staff ensures high-speed WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Egyptian cotton linens
  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Suite, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Superior Suite, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Superior Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe

Superior Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Artefes Hotel Old City is in Sultanahmet neighborhood and is connected to a shopping center. Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grand Bazaar and Istiklal Avenue. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
Map
34400, Istanbul, Kucuk Ayasofya Cad. Cayiroglu Sk. No:17, Sultanahmet, Fatih

What's nearby

  • Scenic fountain at the Sultanahmet Square and the Hagia Sophia
    Sultanahmet Square
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, a mosque and religious elements
    Blue Mosque
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hagia Sophia
    Hagia Sophia
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grand Bazaar
    Grand Bazaar
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Little Hagia Sophia
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station
    9 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station
    9 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tamara Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Seatanbul Cafe & Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Çatladıkapı Sosyal Tesisleri
    4 min walk
  • Sultan Kösesi Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Şirvan Sofrası
    2 min walk

About this property

Artefes Hotel Old City

Family-friendly hotel near Sultanahmet Square
Located close to Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Artefes Hotel Old City provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Limo/town car service, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and a computer station
  • Wedding services, a reception hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1999
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
6 children, up to the age of 1, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 3000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TRY 1 (one-way), (up to 6 years old)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 2021-34-0488

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Artefes
Artefes Hotel
Artefes Hotel Istanbul
Artefes Istanbul
Hotel Artefes
Istanbul Artefes Hotel
Artefes Hotel
Artefes Hotel Old City
Artefes Hotel Old City SPA
Artefes Hotel Old City Hotel
Artefes Hotel Old City Istanbul
Artefes Hotel Old City Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Artefes Hotel Old City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Artefes Hotel Old City ?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Artefes Hotel Old City ?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Artefes Hotel Old City provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of TRY 3000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Artefes Hotel Old City located?

This family-friendly Istanbul hotel is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque. Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar are also within 1 mi (2 km). Sultanahmet Station is 9 minutes by foot and Cemberlitas Station is 12 minutes.

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Reviews

Artefes Hotel Old City Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 283 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 73 out of 283 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 283 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 283 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 283 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Özgür was very helpful and truly a high-quality staff member. The hotel’s location is excellent. It has a terrace, and the breakfast is very delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was amazing hotel was clean and great location
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

KELLIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawid

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

Good for stay in Istanbul

Very friendly hotel staff. Great localisation. Just few minutes walk to main attractions. Breakfast. Terrasse with view on Bosporus
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly enough staff for Istanbul. Great balcony with sea view and a surprisingly good breakfast. Plenty of restaurants close by and a short walk to the centre of old town. The place overall needs a little TLC.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shruti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was here for a day...but seems like for a long time. Great Location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Trang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location near by tourist attractions, room clean, have Elevator , staff friendly and helpful ,hotel pickup very good. Need to add fresh fruit , waffles for Breakfast Nice quality hotel ,meet my standards.We will be back in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Enkh Ireedui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was okay. The rooms are not as pretty as the pictures, but the location is great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Bed comfortable, shower broken, cupboards broken, safe broken. Breakfast 2 out of 5 start. Staff reluctant to assist with anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very friendly service. The breakfast could be upgraded a little
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MD MISKAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was excellent. The room was maintained and clean. The staff were also cooperative, and the whole place overall was beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Yuliya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, perfect location. Great breakfast and free coffee all day long :)) the only one wish: the room was a bit bigger…
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

IAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet boutique hotel , good air con , good breakfast, nice rooftop , easy walk to old sights. Excellent service. Would stay again .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonid Minchin, Oleg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although dated, excellent in every other way. Breakfast superb.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pierrette

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

Wonderful stay

A charming Hotel with a wonderful staff we had a beautiful room overlooking the sea, and the breakfast was delicious and the service was excellent. I would definitely come back again.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margarita

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great!!! Staff was incredibly nice, polite, supportive, informative & knowledgeable about city sites and activities for tourists , attractions, culture, events, etc. Excellent and outstanding services!!!!❤️❤️❤️ Want come back, and would recommend to anyones.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

barry

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Good location

Shower door broke first night. Very convenient walking distance to everything. Breakfast was great and great roof terrace.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

ZEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay! Staff was accommodating and helpful. Rooms were bit smaller than expectation but loved the terrace at the building.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Aniqa m

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

Pleasant stay.

It was a pleasant stay. The hotel was in a good central location. The room was clean. The breakfast was good. The staff was kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Po Jung

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

A wonderful experience

The hotel is near the main attractions. The staff are very nice and helpful. The triple room is spacious and comfortable. Breakfast is delicious and the rooftop is amazing! Overall we enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

TELMA R

Liked: Staff & service

good location

Very well located hotel, close to a vibrant area and near Blue Mosque and other nice places in Sultanahmet. Breakfast is ok, with Turkish specialties. Our room was tiny, barely fits our luggage, but in general was a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was really great. Salman and his staff were very supportive and helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great hotel this is. The staff is so kind and helpful. I felt at home. Delicious breakfast. So many varieties on Turkish Kahvalti. The room is cozy and spacious. The location is prestigious. Close to main attractions in SultanAhmed. I will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
About 50 minutes from the airport (~$40) by taxi. Location is very convenient, walking distance to main attractions. The hotel is very clean and conveniently located. Staff is friendly. Rooms are clean and comfortable. The breakfast is awesome and you can go upstairs to have it in the patio overlooking the water. Would definitely recommend and come back if travels bring us back there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Very Cozy and Rustic Feel Hotel.

The location of the hotel is very convenient. This hotel has breakfast included and is overall very good. The hotel staff are very friendly and courteous. Mert is an amazing host, and very friendly. If only the mattresses were comfortable I would have given it more that 5 starts. Overall, great experience staying there, and I would recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024