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Side Hotel

City-center hotel within walking distance of Hagia Sophia

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Economy Double Room | Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets
Experience historic charm at Side Hotel, where a rooftop terrace and library await. Savor the free breakfast buffet and stay connected with in-room WiFi. Multilingual staff are on hand to help, while guests praise the hotel's convenient location near Hagia Sophia.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Minibar
  • Soundproofed rooms
$89 nightly
The total price is $99
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total includes taxes and fees

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Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Triple Room | Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room | Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Cankurtaran Mah Utangac Sok No 22, Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Galata Tower - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 58 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 67 min drive
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 4 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 13 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 20 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 6 min walk
  • Cemberlitas Station - 10 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 11 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Seven Hills Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Terrace Four Seasons Hotel Sultanahmet - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Yeşil Ev - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Palatium Cafe & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Albura Kathisma - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Side Hotel

Side Hotel features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. Free perks include WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Also, Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sultanahmet Station is 6 minutes and Cemberlitas Station is 10 minutes.

Languages

English, German, Turkish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 52 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1985
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 49 per vehicle (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 10.0 per night

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 2022-34-2395

Also known as

Side Hotel Istanbul
Side Istanbul
Side Hotel Hotel
Side Hotel Istanbul
Side Hotel Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Does Side Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Side Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Side Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Side Hotel?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Side Hotel.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Side Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 49 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Side Hotel?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Side Hotel and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include Hagia Sophia (2-min walk) and Blue Mosque (4-min walk), along with Basilica Cistern (4-min walk) and Grand Bazaar (13-min walk).

What's the area around Side Hotel like?

Side Hotel is in Sultanahmet, a short 6-minute walk from Sultanahmet Station and 2 minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia.

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Side Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Food
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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as great, delicious, and good with many reviewers enjoying the view from the rooftop terrace. (17 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Location location location
3-night trip

10/10

I love Side Hotel - I have stayed there (by myself) several times over the years. I don't drive in Turkey so I do not know about parking. The staff is very professional but also friendly. I feel very welcome and safe when I stay there. Perfect location.
4-night trip

10/10

Excellent hotel, friendly staff. Location is amazing in the heart of SlutanAhmet area. Particular thanks to Emrey for being so kind and caring. One thing is may be to add more variety to the breakfast buffet, but otherwise can't fault them. I definitely recommend.
5-night trip

8/10

This hotel has an excellent location. It is perfect for turist.
2-night trip

10/10

My stay was amazing,, very helpful staff specially Emre and Mansour,,
2-night trip

10/10

Very nice and helpful staff, comfortable room and bed, good breakfast buffet.
4-night trip

10/10

Great friendly service , excellent location . Definitely I am coming back!
1-night trip

10/10

A great place to stay and very close to all major tourist attractions
3-night trip

10/10

Very friendly service by Yunus Amre excellent housekeeping very clean.
2-night trip

10/10

Great location, nice facilities, friendly, professional, and attentive staff. Great renovation with a good attention to detail and truly Turkish character. With the care provided by this wonderful staff I felt like at home. The breakfast was a little too basic and lacked variety.
11-night trip

10/10

Everything was really good
1-night trip

8/10

Front Desk personnel is incredible, they make sure to make you feel welcomed and they are very supportive and friedly.
1-night trip

10/10

The location is just right. All staff are friendly and offer excellent services. The hotel is clean and the breakfast is good, and we had nice three-day stay. Highly recommended.
3-night trip

10/10

Side Hotel was an overall excellent choice, from the location to the support from the friendly staff. Was a great choice for a first time stay in Instanbul.
6-night trip

10/10

Great hotel, great customer service. Would stay there again.
3-night trip

10/10

Excellent location. 2 minutes walk from Hagia Sophia and Blue mosque. Comfortable and functional rooms. Could not fault the friendliness of the hosts and their willingness to help and accommodate your needs. Will stay there in the future for sure.
6-night trip

10/10

Amazing location, amazing staff! The rooftop terrace is wonderful and the breakfast was great! Highly enjoyed my stay.
5-night trip

2/10

An unbearable noise from the construction works in and around the place made our stay a nightmare. They moved us to another room, but it was impossible to sleep either way. I wouldn’t go back.
3-night trip

10/10

Excellent
12-night trip

10/10

Excellent hotel right near the blue mosque. Very clean and beautiful. Staff are super nice and helpful. Overall excellent service. Rooms a little small but have everything you need.
6-night trip

10/10

Hotel is in an amazing location. Close to sites, restaurants, supermarket, etc. Staff is beyond friendly and helpful. Great breakfast.
1-night trip

10/10

Basic hotel, but very comfortable, clean, great breakfast buffet with views to the mosque , staff friendly and welcoming. Just three minutes walking to Hagia Sophia and others tourist attraction in Istanbul. Safe area, next to Four Seasons hotel and in front of Seven Hills hotel .
1-night trip

8/10

Great value for the price. The location is fantastic and the staff very kind and helpful.
4-night trip

8/10

Very friendly and helpful staff. Fantastic location.
4-night trip

8/10

Nice little clean hotel with friendly and helpful staff. Location is excellent for main sttractions and the roof top view is a bonus
9-night trip