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Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class

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Located close to Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class provides a free breakfast buffet, a corner/local shop and a free daily manager's reception. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a terrace and an art gallery on-site.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is £79
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a coffee table with flowers and cups.

Suite

  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a sitting area with a table, and a view of the city.

Deluxe Suite

  • City view
  • 538 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a mirror, and a door.

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A luxurious hotel room with a large bed, red bedding, a gold-framed headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a tray with cups and a vase of flowers.

Superior Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A luxurious hotel room with a large bed, two red armchairs, a round coffee table, a desk, and a TV.

Deluxe Double Room

  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a coffee table with a vase of flowers.

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Exclusive Triple Room, Sea View

A luxurious hotel room with two beds, a TV, a coffee table with a vase and flowers, and a minibar.

Exclusive Triple Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Exclusive Double Room, Sea View

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a red armchair, a round glass table with a tray of coffee, and a view of the sea through the window.

Exclusive Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a large bed, bedside lamps, a nightstand with a vase of flowers, and a tray with cups and a teapot.

Double Basement Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a vanity with a mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

Economy Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Sultanahmet, a neighbourhood in Istanbul, Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class is near the airport and near a boardwalk. Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grand Bazaar and Egyptian Bazaar. Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are two other places to visit that come recommended. Power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
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Küçük Ayasofya Mahallesi Demirci Resit, Sokak No: 28 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400

What's nearby

  • A historic building with domes and minarets, surrounded by trees and a fountain.
    Sultanahmet Square
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A large mosque with multiple domes and minarets.
    Blue Mosque
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A historic mosque with a large central dome and two minarets, surrounded by trees and a reflective pool.
    Hagia Sophia
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A market with colorful hanging lanterns and a Turkish flag.
    Grand Bazaar
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Little Hagia Sophia
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Cemberlitas Station
    8 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station
    11 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Art Cafe
    2 min walk
  • Seatanbul Cafe & Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Evin Unlu Mamulleri
    4 min walk
  • Buhara 93
    3 min walk
  • Arch Bistro
    2 min walk

About this property

Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class

  • Family-friendly hotel located near Blue Mosque with rooms renovated in 2025
  • Located close to Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar, Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class provides a free breakfast buffet, a corner/local shop and a free daily manager's reception. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with a terrace and an art gallery on-site.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • Limo/town car service, access to a nearby health club and express check-out
    • Express check-in, supervised childcare (surcharge) and smoke-free property
    • A TV in reception, a banquet hall and a water dispenser
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Eco-friendly toiletries, showers and hairdryers
    • 40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, composting and eco-friendly cleaning products

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per day); discounts available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 kilometres
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Tea service

Things to do

  • Art gallery
  • Bicycle storage
  • Designer stores
  • Farming classes
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • In a nature reserve
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Transfer shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual doorbell notification
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated guestrooms - January 2025
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)
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 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 75 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per day (492 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 6491
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Frequently asked questions

Is Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class?

As of 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class on 20 Aug 2026 start from £79, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 75 per vehicle applies.

Where is Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class located?

This family-friendly Istanbul hotel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar. Topkapi Palace and Egyptian Bazaar are also within 1 mi (2 km). Cemberlitas Station is 8 minutes by foot and Sultanahmet Station is 8 minutes.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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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