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Ethnica Hotel Old City

Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Bosphorus

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Superior Double Room
Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
The current price is AU$58
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb

Explore the area

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Hoca Pasa Mh Nobethane Cad No 18, Sirkeci, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110
  • Place, Gülhane Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bosphorus
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Topkapi Palace
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Quadruple Room

Superior Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Istanbul

At Ethnica Hotel Old City you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Bosphorus and Eminönü Square. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .The restaurant, Mandy Home, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Istanbul City Center hotel include Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar.

What's nearby

  • Gülhane Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bosphorus - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 1 min walk
  • Sirkeci Station - 2 min walk
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roof Mezze 360 Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Red River - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gulhane Turgut - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bosphorus Terrace Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ziyafet Restoran - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Ethnica Hotel Old City

Hotel with a restaurant, 7-minute walk to Bosphorus
There's a restaurant on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. The business-friendly Ethnica Hotel Old City also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities.

This 3.5-star Istanbul hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Ethnica Hotel Old City offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mandy Home

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • 15 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Ethnica Hotel Old City

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay for guests staying between 01 April and 31 October

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30.00 per vehicle (one way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 2022-34-1044

We should mention

  • In accordance with local laws, unmarried guests may be restricted from sharing rooms. Guests are obligated to provide proof of marriage, if requested by the property.
  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • Alcohol isn't served or allowed at Ethnica Hotel Old City.

Property is also known as

Bosphorus Old City Hotel Istanbul
Bosphorus Old City Hotel
Bosphorus Old City Istanbul
Bosphorus Old City
Grand Seigneur Hotel
Grand Seigneur Old City
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Ethnica Hotel Old City Hotel
Grand Seigneur Hotel Old City
Ethnica Hotel Old City Istanbul
Ethnica Hotel Old City Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Ethnica Hotel Old City?

The closest beach to Ethnica Hotel Old City is Florya Beach (16.5 km).

How much does it cost to stay at Ethnica Hotel Old City?

As of 17 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ethnica Hotel Old City on 18 Feb 2026 start from AU$58.06, 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.

Does Ethnica Hotel Old City serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ethnica Hotel Old City?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Ethnica Hotel Old City?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Ethnica Hotel Old City's onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ethnica Hotel Old City?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Ethnica Hotel Old City?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Ethnica Hotel Old City Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 6 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

5.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Vikram

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extremely bad . Terrible hotel . Room was unclear with unclear coffee cups and bed was not done . Unclear sheet and just simply fine up without any clean up . So so so bad !! Never stay here !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Necati Kaan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

ergin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

dunya ali yasir

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

cheap, but at what cost

The rooms have moisture problems, paint falling from the walls, very strong sewer smell in the bathroom and the noise on the street is coming all trough in the rooms. The reception tried to help but couldn't do much because all the rooms are compareble.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Franco

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Strategico

Punto strategico vicino al siti da vedere Colazione (poca scelta ) il personale molto disponibile e gentile. Bello la location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025