Artefes Hotel Old City & Spa

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Square, Artefes Hotel Old City & Spa provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception, and a terrace. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AED 246
AED 273 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov

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A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two pillows, a bedside table with a phone, and a nightstand.

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • City view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Suite, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a dining table with chairs, a balcony with a view of buildings, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Suite, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two nightstands, a phone, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Superior Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and a mounted picture on the wall.

Superior Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 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 & Spa 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
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Kucuk Ayasofya Cad. Cayiroglu Sk. No:17, Sultanahmet, Fatih, Istanbul, 34400

What's nearby

  • A historic building with domes and minarets, surrounded by trees and a fountain.
    Sultanahmet Square
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A mosque with multiple domes and minarets.
    Blue Mosque
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A historic mosque with a large central dome and two minarets, surrounded by trees and a reflective pool.
    Hagia Sophia
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A bustling market with colorful stalls and a patterned ceiling.
    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 Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Çatladıkapı Sosyal Tesisleri
    4 min walk
  • Tamara Restaurant
    3 min walk
  • Art Cafe
    3 min walk
  • Şerbethane
    3 min walk
  • Buhara 93
    3 min walk

About this property

Artefes Hotel Old City & Spa

  • Family-friendly hotel near Sultanahmet Square
  • Located close to Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Artefes Hotel Old City & Spa 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), tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
    • Free newspapers, a reception hall, and an elevator
    • 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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Frequently asked questions

Is Artefes Hotel Old City & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Artefes Hotel Old City & Spa?

As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Artefes Hotel Old City & Spa on 9 November 2026 start from AED 246, excluding 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.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

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

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

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

Check-out is at noon.

Does Artefes Hotel Old City & Spa 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 & Spa located?

This family-friendly Istanbul hotel is located by the sea, within a 10-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.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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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Reviews

Artefes Hotel Old City & Spa Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 312 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 78 out of 312 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 312 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 312 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 312 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Staff are friendly. Breakfast was excellent with a lot of choice. The room we had was spacious. I would definitely stay there again
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff great location ozgurr thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location of this hotel is excellent, minutes away from main sites. The staff are friendly, especially Ozgur! We highly recommend this place. The views from the rooftop are amazing day or night. We'll stay here again in a heart beat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful rooftop terrace which was free to use for hotel guests unlike other hotels in the area. Close to the Havaist bus stop to and from IST airport. 12 minute walk to Tram station and 10 minute walk to Blue Mosque. Very kind staff and great Turkish breakfast
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was amazing hotel was clean and great location
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff and accommodations were excellent. Amazing location…proximity to everything you want to see in Istanbul. The breakfast provided a great start to the day. 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Neat and clean Rooms very good experience
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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great location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was nice
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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
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8/10 Good

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Was here for a day...but seems like for a long time. Great Location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was okay. The rooms are not as pretty as the pictures, but the location is great!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Very friendly service. The breakfast could be upgraded a little
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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10/10 Excellent

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Although dated, excellent in every other way. Breakfast superb.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

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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
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8/10 Good

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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
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6/10 Okay

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