Dilhayat Kalfa Hotel, in historic Istanbul's heart, offers city panoramas from the rooftop terrace. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet, browse the art gallery, and shop conveniently. The magnificent Hagia Sophia is just a short walk away.
Located in Sultanahmet, a neighborhood in Istanbul, Dilhayat Kalfa Hotel is near a metro station and by the sea. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern. Grand Bazaar and Süleymaniye Mosque are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
Located close to Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia, Dilhayat Kalfa Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a rooftop terrace, and an art gallery on site. In addition to a shopping mall on site and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
A 24-hour front desk, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Dilhayat Kalfa Hotel have comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Art gallery
Designer stores
Shopping mall
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room refrigerator
In-room washer/dryer
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
Rooftop 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
No elevator
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1 building
3 floors
Art Deco architecture
Built in 2012
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Select Comfort mattress
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch TV with cable channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Minibar
Refrigerator
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Free local calls
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Washer/dryer
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express 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
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 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room; children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: TRY 2000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15 years old
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, and cash
Property Registration Number 2022-34-0636
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dilhayat Kalfa Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Dilhayat Kalfa Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at Dilhayat Kalfa Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Does Dilhayat Kalfa Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of TRY 2000 per vehicle applies.
Where is Dilhayat Kalfa Hotel located?
Located in Sultanahmet, this luxury bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Basilica Cistern. Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace are also within 1 mi (2 km). Sultanahmet Station is 9 minutes by foot and Cemberlitas Station is 10 minutes.
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Reviews
Dilhayat Kalfa Hotel Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
9.4
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 196 out of 277 reviews
10 - Excellent
196
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 277 reviews
8 - Good
53
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 277 reviews
6 - Okay
21
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 277 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 277 reviews
2 - Terrible
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Yvonne
Nov 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, safe and quiet neighborhood close to all the tourist attractions.
The owners of this boutique hotel are incredibly kind and welcoming. One of the biggest take-aways from our trip to Istanbul was how helpful, kind and accommodating the people were, nobody more so than the hoteliers at Dilhayat
Ceilidh
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Carmen
Jan 3, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
TV didn’t work , staff was great
I ask for one full size bed and they give me 2 twin beds
Great location, lovely clean property and lovely friendly staff who will help in what ever way they can. good Turkish style breakfast in the morning, second visit there and would definitely go back.
We had a lovely stay here! It was close to some of the key local attractions which made it easy to come back for a nap between sight seeing (needed given our jet lagged state). Breakfast on the rooftop was a highlight!
Great hotel. Abdul is a great host. Really close to the big tourist attractions in Istanbul
Highly recommend this place.
Decor is amazing and the rooftop terrace has a great view
Excellent location and great service, Abdul Rahim was a great host.
Room was spacious, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was amazing.
:) what else to expect :)
Thanks again for the hospitality.
The hotel is a charming little place run by family. The service was great, we got a lot of help and everything we asked for. It felt like we were staying with a relative.
The building is old, historic, so it was worn down a little but it was everything I was hoping for. Short walk to all historic monuments with lots of food options near by. We got the family suite because we were there for a friend’s wedding and it was very spacious and comfortable to get ready in. I would recommend this place to anyone who wants an authentic experience.
Amazing staff and cozy place to stay. The place is decorated with great art pieces and its clean, comfortable to stay with very beautiful view by the sea. Conveniently located near Sultanahmet and great restaurants. We stay in this place again. Will highly recommend to friends and family.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Dilhayat Kalfa Hotel! Our room on the first floor was beautiful, spacious, and equipped with all the amenities we needed. The breakfast menu changed daily, and the staff was exceptionally friendly and accommodating. The hotel is within walking distance of many attractions, and public transportation options like the metro and bus are easily accessible.
We highly recommend staying here to experience its antique charm and cozy atmosphere!
It was a wonderful experience of staying at Dilhayat kalfa. I felt like home and the staff were really nice and especially the manager Mr Abdul Rahim was very friendly and really good at hospitality so we had really enjoyed our stay here . I will definitely recommend this hotel to stay and want to come back again.
The service was absolutely top notch; I really enjoyed chatting with the manager who was always helpful and willing to do whatever he needed to for the customers. The location is absolutely ideal for a visit to the old city. The area has tons of shops, restaurants, and all of the major sites within a few minutes walk.
Andrew
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
8/10 Good
Dher
May 19, 2024
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Very close to major attractions in Sultanahmet neighborhood and at the same time tucked away from all the noise
It has parking available but a bit tricky to drive to get to the hotel
Hotel from inside is nice, room cleanliness was ok
Breakfast is nothing to fancy about
The staff was very nice and helpful
feel like at home, the owner very friendly, kind and helpful. As we just cameback from Umroh, he upgraded our room to the suites room. Spot on location, walk distance to many famous place in Istanbul. Will comeback again and recomended to others.
If we ever return to Istanbul, which I hope we do, we will be staying at Dilhayat Kalfa again. I would recommend this hotel very highly. The staff was amazing. It's in the perfect location, the room was clean, comfortable, and unique. There are artwork and sculptures throughout the building. But the real pleasure is the rooftop cafe for breakfast. A delicious Turkish Breakfast and the most amazing view of Istanbul. We loved this hotel!
Amazing stay. Abdul is the best manager. Super friendly and attentive to your needs.
Location is great. Right in the middle of the area where all the attractions are. Yet still quiet
The decor in the hotel is really good. Especially the lobby.
The rooftop terrace has a great view from where you can have a good breakfast.
Could not recommend more!
Neil
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
8/10 Good
Liu
Feb 20, 2024
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
We had some problems with our initial check in and the state of the room when we arrived, which was really frustrating.
However, what made it a great stay in the end was the manager, Abdul, who really went out of his way to make it a good experience when he was on shift the next day. He also recommended us some great restaurants in the area that aren’t just tourist traps!
We were pleasantly greeted by Abdul, our host, who set us up in a room, though we arrived before their check-in time. He further moved our luggage to another room the following day. He was most helpful is directing us to eateries, arranging for reservations to a Turkish bathhouse, and taxis to various locations. The location was great and rooms were very clean as well as having necessary amenities. Breakfast was very good with a rooftop view of the Marmar sea. We would definitely stay there again.
My sister and I stayed here for about 10 days and as two ladies staying alone in Istanbul for the first time were so happy with the location! The people running the B &B are so nice and accommodating, it was like staying with family. Abdul Raheem was amazing! My sister had to go to urgent care and he made arrangements for us with a trusted taxi to take us and bring us back. He also helped call the hospital and speak to the staff later when we needed help getting the report. Above and beyond service is an understatement!
Also the location of this place is great! We could walk to almost anywhere in SultanAhmet day or night with no issues! And the view from the breakfast terrace is amazing!
If I ever come back to Istanbul I'll definitely stay here again!