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Basilissis Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Hagia Sophia

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Exterior
Restaurant
Interior
Standard Double Room
Interior entrance

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Güzelsanatlar Sk. 4, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110
  • Blue Mosque
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Hagia Sophia
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Topkapi Palace
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Istanbul (IST)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room | Coffee and/or coffee maker

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Istanbul

Basilissis Hotel puts you in the heart of Istanbul, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and LED TVs. .At the hotel's restaurant, you can grab a bite to eat. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Sultanahmet hotel include Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet Square.

What's nearby

  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sultanahmet Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Gulhane Station - 3 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 6 min walk
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gülhane Sur Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Köşk Kebap Dürüm Evi - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kurtaran Kebap - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Le Safran - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gülhane Şark Sofrası - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Basilissis Hotel

Hotel with a restaurant, a short walk to Hagia Sophia
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at Basilissis Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Istanbul hotel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Basilissis Hotel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. 40-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, Russian, Turkish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 steps to reach entrance
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (120 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Basilissis Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2022-34-1887

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Basilissis Hotel Hotel
Basilissis Hotel Istanbul
Basilissis Hotel Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Basilissis Hotel?

The closest beach to Basilissis Hotel is Florya Beach (16.4 km).

Is Basilissis Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Basilissis Hotel is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Basilissis Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Basilissis Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Basilissis Hotel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Basilissis Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Basilissis Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Basilissis Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 52 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

PhilippeAlbert

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlene

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel. Very quiet in a super convenient location. Easy walking distance to major attractions. I really appreciated the excellent service, very helpful staff and good advice. Air conditioning was great, bed very comfortable. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

The room was very clean and cozy. Staff was very nice and accommodating and felt very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Azhar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super great staff and rooms were fine. Exactly what I expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Frank

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so smelly and musty. It was super dirty and the bathroom was full of mold. The towels were yellowish. You get what you pay for, the hotel is not a good choice you are only paying for the area but the room was horrible. Breakfast was ok. Staff were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

aisha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel had great customer service. Front desk was very accommodating and helpful. Staff went above and beyond to ensure we had the best stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Nabeel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad lighting in bathroom. Shower head was too hot or too cold. Horrible water pressure. Dated room. Good front desk people though.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Terrible Experience

Terrible experience I called them on the day of arrival while I was waiting for connection flight to arrange airport pick up but they mentioned my confirmed booking is not valid anymore and they can't accommodate us. they made our Christmas break stressful
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Ozan

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel staff welcomed us very well. But there was a package of previously eaten food in my room. But in general the hotel was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniar

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel at Aya Sofya

Extremely helpful staff! Great quality hotel for a cheap price overall!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rubén

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Christopher J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very good, solid, central place to stay in IST

The Basilissis Hotel is in a very good part of town, right near the Sultan Ahmed Mosque and square, and a lot of tourist-friendly sites and food options! The hotel is kind of off the main roads, so it's a little quieter than if it was on the rail lines. The room was practical, the bed was comfortable. The shower did not have it's "rainwater shower head" even hooked up, so don't expect that; however, the shower worked fine. Their included soaps are good. A mini-bar does have a price list, but very reasonable considering the convenience; just be aware, around the corner are super cheap options for water, drinks, and snacks. The staff all speak good English; there was some mix up with our taxi information when we ordered, but in the end it all worked out. They always answered our questions, and worked hard to make us feel valued. If COVID is till a thing when you read this, the hotel itself can order a guy to come by and do the test in the lobby; you pay the hotel staff, and you get your results within 8-10 hours (that's how long ours took). Those results are available to use to get you back into the US. Still reading? Then let me put you at ease; it's a good place to stay! There were only nitpick things that we could find wrong, but because of it's central location, professional staff, and good room, we would not hesitate to stay here again in Istanbul.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Vladimir

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A pleasant surprise.

Nice hotel on a quiet side street in the heart of the city. Literally a 5 minute walk from everything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Certainly an hotel to recommend

Stayed 7 nights September 2021. Hotel in a central location walking distance to many eateries, Grand Bazzar & Spice Bazzar. Tramline is 5 mins walking distance. The hotel is compact but in great location. Cleaned daily. All staff were friendly especially the 2 receptionists who were great at giving directions and recommendations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set on a quiet side street. Staff very friendly and helpful. Central to all major sites.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Israa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just perfect

The hotel is perfect by all means the staff all welcoming,polite , helping when ever you need too with good english speaking The rooms just perfect , comfy and very clean with nice decoration Perfect and Quiet place just 200 m to gulhana tram station I’v been in istanbul for 6 times this the only one i love all about a hotel highly very value for the money recommended and if i would come to istanbul in the future certainly would stay at basilissis
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s was very good hotel and good people with best service clean and nice area
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
The staff were amazing! I mostly dealt with Musa who really tried his best to help me with any request I had. The rooms are also nice and new. This hotel is in the perfect location to see all the top sites in Istanbul.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Farina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel ,strongly recommend anyone who visits istanbul ,you feel like home ,very friendly and helpful staff ,musa and abrahim and all the staff overall were very helpful ,friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolute nice stay

Our stay was simply excellent hotel absolute new and clean,very central position ...just an excellent chooce
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

ABDUr rab

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location, Location, Location!!

This is a cozy little place located very close to the main attractions in Istanbul. The place was very clean and appears to be newly renovated with the latest amenities. You get a taste of local food with an excellent buffet-style breakfast. The staff was very friendly. Musa will help you find answers to all your questions regarding the areas. You can never get lost with his detailed directions with descriptions of landmarks to get somewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Azucena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La TV y el frigobar no funcionaron y no lo pudieron arreglar
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Amor

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das ist das schrecklichste Hotel der ich und meine Familie wahren. Zimmer schmutzig mit Kakerlaken und Schimmel Bett Matratze volleres Urin Flecken. Zimmer ohne Fenster und wie in Bunker. Nie wider in das Grusel Hotel. Essen voll vergammelt das Obst. Personal sehr unhöflich und Arrogant. Das Ganze Hotel hatte nach Kanalisation gerochen . Schaden das man keine Bilder Posten kann habe alles fotografiert.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025