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ALBINAS HOTEL OLD CITY ISTANBUL, Istanbul – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Mustafa Pasa Sokak. No:34-38 Sultanahmet, Fatih, Turkey,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34122,
Istanbul Province
Rooms & Amenities
Albinas Hotel Old City has 20 rooms in 6 Superior, 12 Standard, 1 Family, and 1 Studio categories. Each room includes a 42-inch LED TV, extra-long beds, minibar, electric kettle, and rainfall showers. Superior rooms feature handmade furniture and seating areas. The Family Room has two private bathrooms and a dining area. All rooms have soundproof windows and air conditioning.
Dining & Breakfast
The white breakfast lounge serves an extensive buffet with views of the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Marmara Sea. The adjoining bar has a flat-screen TV for sports and news. Complimentary bottled water is provided in all rooms.
Location & Attractions
The hotel is in Sultanahmet, a 5-minute walk from Sultanahmet Square, the Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia. Nearby landmarks include Topkapi Palace, the Grand Bazaar, and the Basilica Cistern. The Sultanahmet Tram Station is a 10-minute walk away.
Services & Facilities
The hotel offers concierge services for trip arrangements, transfers, and restaurant reservations. A rooftop terrace overlooks the city and sea. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Babysitting services and a business center with express check-in/out are provided.
Building & Safety
The hotel is built with earthquake-resistant steel construction. Private bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and slippers. The property has a 24-hour front desk and secure keycard access.
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I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms are spacious, airy, and well-furnished, providing everything needed for a short stay. The service was top-notch with very nice and helpful staff. The location is fantastic, close to historical attractions, eateries, and shops. The dining experience was delightful on the 4th-floor terrace. Overall, a great value for money with clean and nicely decorated rooms.
Rooms
9.0
I found the rooms to be spacious, airy, and well-furnished, offering everything I needed for a short stay. They were very clean, well-organized, and nicely decorated, making my stay comfortable.
Service
10.0
The service here is the best. The staff is very nice and helpful, especially Amjed. They were super friendly and made my short stay enjoyable. The hotel even organized transport and tours for us, which was a great help.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is great, situated in a quiet and central street just a few meters away from the Blue Mosque. It allows easy access to the main historical monuments on foot. Being close to the Aya Sofia and Sultanahmet was very convenient for exploring the city.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience at the 4th-floor terrace from 7:30-10:30 was lovely. The breakfast selection included a variety of items such as bread, fruit, cheese, and more, providing a nice start to the day.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel's facilities were great, offering room service, car hire, dry cleaning, and tours. The overall value for money was excellent considering the amenities provided.
Phil
United Kingdom,
February
2024
8.4/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were dark but spacious, and they had all the amenities I needed. The service was top-notch, with friendly and helpful staff. The location was perfect, just a short walk to major attractions. The dining experience was average but had good options. Overall, a great value for the money.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms looked spacious and had all the necessary amenities.
Service
9.0
The staff was incredibly friendly and provided excellent tips for exploring Istanbul.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was ideal, close to all the important historical sites.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were good with a variety of food choices.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.
Lawrence
United States of America,
November
2023
9.2/10
My stay at the hotel was fantastic! The rooms were superior, quite large, and beautifully designed, making them feel really nice and tidy. The breakfast served was fabulous and fresh, just what I needed to fill my empty stomach. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly, providing great tips to explore Istanbul effectively. The location was perfect, with easy access to the Blue Mosque, Aya Sophia, and Topkapi Palace, and close to many touristic places. The dining experience was delicious, offering a variety of choices for even picky eaters.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were not only superior and quite large but also had a modern design, making them really nice, neat, and tidy.
Service
10.0
The staff was very friendly and extremely helpful, going over and beyond to ensure my comfort and happiness during my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location made exploring Istanbul much easier, being very close to the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Museum, all within walking distance. The amazing terrace on the roof offered breathtaking views of the city.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good, with delicious and varied choices for all preferences.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel had excellent facilities, including room service, car hire, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, airport shuttle, shuttle service, and tours/ticket assistance.
Brandon
United States of America,
October
2023
8.2/10
I had a great stay at this hotel. The rooms were nice and clean, with all the necessary amenities. The service was friendly and helpful, offering advice on local attractions. The location was fantastic, close to the historical center and within walking distance to many sights. The dining experience was pleasant, although the selection was limited. Overall, it was a comfortable and convenient choice for exploring the old city.
Rooms
8.0
The room next door was a fine size, nice and clean, with all necessary amenities.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly and provided helpful advice on local attractions.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in the old town in Sultanahmet, ideal for exploring the historical center.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good, but the selection was limited.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were clean and well-organized.
Elmer
United States of America,
September
2023
8.6/10
I stayed at this hotel and had a wonderful experience. The rooms were very nice and modern, exceptionally comfortable, and impeccably clean. The hotel is situated at the end of the top floor, offering privacy with only one adjacent room. The staff was friendly and provided valuable advice on places to visit, public transport, and local shops. The location was superb, close to Istanbul's major attractions, with a quiet ambiance and easy access to historic sites. The dining options were diverse and enjoyable, although some may find the walk to Sultan Ahmet Square tiring due to the steep terrain.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very nice, modern, clean, and extremely comfortable. The hotel organized transport for us and offered tours.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with very helpful and friendly staff who assisted with various needs like room service, car hire, tour assistance, and more.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is ideal for exploring Istanbul, as it is close to key historical sites and within walking distance of Sultanahmet Mosque and Hagia Sophia. The staff was fantastic.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience offered diverse and delicious options, contributing to a satisfying stay. However, some may find the dining area small.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel provides a range of facilities, making the stay convenient and enjoyable with options like airport shuttle services and tours.
Francis
United Kingdom,
April
2023
8.6/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were spacious, modern, and impeccably clean, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The service was exceptional, with the staff being not only friendly and warm-welcoming but also full of great tips to make the most out of my time in Istanbul. The location was perfect, just a stone's throw away from Istanbul's iconic landmarks and historical area. While the dining options were a bit limited, the delicious offerings still made for a pleasant experience. Overall, a great value for the money.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were quiet large, with a very modern design, and they looked just like in the pictures. They were more than adequate and very clean, providing everything I could need.
Service
9.0
The service was truly great, with a friendly and extremely helpful staff. They assisted me with everything I needed, making my visit to Istanbul even more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was fantastic, situated in the heart of the historical center and within walking distance to all the major sights I wanted to visit.
Dining
7.0
While the dining selection was somewhat small, the offered items were delicious, ranging from bread and fruit to Turkish figs and various cheeses.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered basic facilities that were more than satisfactory for my stay.