Budget Double Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Istanbul · Istanbul Province
Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category
A 24-room hotel on Divanyolu Street in Sultanahmet, a short walk from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, with an on-site restaurant serving Russian cuisine.
- Walk to Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and the German Fountain
- On-site restaurant with Russian dishes and in-room breakfast
- 24-hour reception with express check-in and tour assistance
8.5
Great
2727 reviews
Booking.com 8.5 · 2727 reviews
About
Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category
Faros Hotel Old City occupies a 24-room building on Divanyolu Street in the heart of Sultanahmet, with the tram stop at the doorstep. The hotel puts you within a 550-metre walk of Hagia Sophia and a short stroll to the Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and the German Fountain. The property has a 24-hour front desk, a lounge area, and a coffee shop, plus an on-site restaurant that serves Russian cuisine — a feature guests repeatedly single out as a highlight.
Rooms are modern and compact, with parquet floors, air conditioning, and tea-and-coffee facilities. The hotel offers a mix of double, twin, triple, family, and suite categories, with some rooms adding a balcony or terrace. Practical touches include a safe deposit box, key card access, and a paid airport shuttle. For families, cots are available and the staff have a reputation for being welcoming with children — surprising kids with warm milk at breakfast and preparing takeaway sandwiches for early checkouts.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Location impossible to beat — Hagia Sophia is a 550-metre walk, the Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern are within easy reach, and the tram stop sits directly outside the door. Multiple guests called it ideal for exploring on foot.
- Staff that go out of their way — Guests consistently mention friendly, accommodating staff — from welcoming kids with warm milk at breakfast to preparing sandwiches and fruit for early checkouts.
- On-site restaurant worth booking — The hotel's own restaurant serves Russian cuisine, and several guests said it was the best food on the street — a handy option after disappointing meals elsewhere.
- Solid family-friendly extras — Cots are available, the family room sleeps two, and reviews note the staff know how to handle children without being pushy — plus thoughtful touches like free water, tea, and coffee daily.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- No on-site parking — The hotel doesn't list parking, so if you arrive by car you'll need to rely on nearby public options or the paid airport shuttle.
- Compact rooms — With just 24 rooms and categories like 'Budget Double' and 'Standard', space is at a premium. One reviewer noted rooms were 'good sized', but expect city-hotel proportions.
- Service rating lags location — Guests rate the location a perfect 10 but give price and service a 7 — still solid, but expectations should be set accordingly.
- No pets allowed — The hotel is strictly no-pets, so travellers with animals need to look elsewhere.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Standard Triple Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Double Room Terrace
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Standard Double or Twin Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Family Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Double Room Balcony
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Corner Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Essential
- Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Lift
- 24-hour reception
- No smoking on site
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- In-room breakfast
- Special diet menus
- Packed lunches
- Coffee shop
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/ Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Paid airport shuttle
- Express check-in/ -out
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Safe deposit box
- Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
- Flat-screen TV
- Electric kettle
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Sitting area
- Parquet floor
- Cots
- AM/FM alarm clock
Safety & Security
- Key card access
- Security
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.5/10 from 2,727 reviews
Booking.com · 8.5 · 2727 reviews
8.5Verified guest“Super friendly staff who were really accommodating. It's super close to major attractions like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. The breakfast was good, notably the Sirt specialties every morning. Quite a cozy bar/lounge area available, too.”
8.5Verified guest“The service here was excellent.”
8.5Verified guest“The staff and the location were very good. Totally close to the most famous mosques and the big bazaar. The tram was also directly in front of the door. The best food on the street was in our hotel. So many times we tried and got disappointed until we ate out at our own restaurant. Just a tip.”
8.5Verified guest“Super located to visit all the tourist attractions. Very nice staff and clean rooms.”
8.5Verified guest“Its rooms were well-kept and good sized.”
8.5Verified guest“Great location of the hotel. Very friendly staff and good restaurant.”
04 — Location
Getting around Istanbul
The property sits in Istanbul.
Hagia Sophia: The former Byzantine cathedral and Ottoman mosque is a 550-metre walk from the hotel — about a 7-minute stroll down Divanyolu.
Blue Mosque & German Fountain: Both are within walking distance, as several guests noted. The mosque's six minarets and the fountain in Sultanahmet Square make for an easy morning circuit.
Basilica Cistern: One reviewer highlighted the ease of access to this underground cistern, located just a short walk from the hotel's doorstep.
Tram Access: The tram stop is directly in front of the hotel, making it simple to reach the Grand Bazaar and other neighbourhoods without a car.
Divanyolu Cad. No:68 Sultanahmet / Fatih / Istanbul, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, 34110, Türkiye
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00-12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 25 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times at Faros Hotel Old City?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is from 11:00 to 12:00. The 24-hour reception can assist with early or late arrangements.
Does the hotel have parking?
The hotel doesn't list parking on site. If you're driving, you'll need to find nearby public parking or consider the hotel's paid airport shuttle.
Is the hotel pet-friendly?
No. The hotel does not allow pets, and it's a smoke-free property throughout.
What dining options are available?
The hotel has an on-site restaurant serving Russian cuisine, a snack bar, and a bar/lounge area. In-room breakfast and special diet menus are also available.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
The hotel offers in-room breakfast as an amenity, but the input doesn't specify whether it's included in the price. Check with the hotel directly for your booking.
Does the hotel provide airport transportation?
Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available. Details on pricing and booking can be confirmed at the front desk.
The bottom line
For travellers who want to be in the middle of Sultanahmet's sights, Faros Hotel Old City delivers: a perfect location score, genuinely helpful staff, and a restaurant that earns its own following. The trade-offs are a small property with no parking and a service rating slightly below the location — easy to accept for a stay built on walking and convenience.
8.5A location-first stay with warm service and a restaurant you'll actually use.
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