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Hotel Empress Zoe

Hotel with free breakfast, walk to Hagia Sophia

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Hotel Empress Zoe

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Front of property
Outdoor dining
Free WiFi
Duplex | Living area
Exterior detail

Overview of Hotel Empress Zoe

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
Cankurtaran Mah. Akbiyik Cad. No 10, Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, 34122
  • Popular LocationHagia Sophia4 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlue Mosque6 min walk
  • Popular LocationTopkapi Palace16 min walk
  • AirportIstanbul (IST)55 min drive

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Garden View

Standard Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Garden Suite

Deluxe Garden Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Living room
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Suite, Garden View | Living room

Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Penthouse, Terrace | Living area

Penthouse, Terrace

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Sofa bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Garden Suite

Garden Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Day bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Economy Twin Room

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room, Terrace

Double Room, Terrace

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room | Living area

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Family Double Room

Family Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Suite, Terrace

Suite, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Istanbul

Hotel Empress Zoe puts you in the heart of Istanbul, within just a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions like Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .This hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a library and a terrace. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this Istanbul City Center hotel include Sultanahmet Square and Basilica Cistern.

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 4 min walk
  • Blue Mosque - 6 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Square - 6 min walk
  • Grand Bazaar - 15 min walk
  • Topkapi Palace - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 2 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 8 min walk
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Korecan - 2 min walk
  • Seven Hills Restaurant - 2 min walk
  • Shadow Bar Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Terrace Four Seasons Hotel Sultanahmet - 2 min walk
  • Seafront Lounge - 1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Empress Zoe

Hotel with free breakfast, walk to Hagia Sophia
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour or ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Empress Zoe.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Istanbul hotel.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Empress Zoe offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Empress Zoe Istanbul
Empress Zoe Istanbul
Empress Zoe
Empress Zoe Hotel Istanbul
Hotel Empress Zoe Hotel
Hotel Empress Zoe Istanbul
Hotel Empress Zoe Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Empress Zoe?

Hotel Empress Zoe offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Empress Zoe?

The closest beach to Hotel Empress Zoe is Florya Beach (16.5 km).

Does Hotel Empress Zoe serve breakfast?

You bet, free buffet breakfast is served daily between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Empress Zoe?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Empress Zoe?

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

Are pets allowed at Hotel Empress Zoe?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Empress Zoe Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Micah

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Empress Zoe is a Turkish hotel not an americanized lodge. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The garden breakfast is great. Its location in the Sultanamet is terrific-- just minutes from Hagia Sofia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi palace and the cistern. Second time I have stayed there. Love it. One word of wording though, the hotel has 4 or 5 stories and no elevator. While the helpful staff will take your bags up and down, you must climb a wonder spiral staircase. I would not have it any other way but for those who do not like stairs, this is not your hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darcy, Menlo Park

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved Hotel Empress Zoe, the staff and the location! Great views and walkable to many must see sights.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel, San Jose

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming, lack of an elevator means it’s not for everyone. Amazing staff, the penthouse suite on the roof is one of a kind
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

CALVIN

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was exceptional and close to all of the sites. The room and courtyard was like an oasis in the middle of the bustling tourist area. The staff was always friendly and very helpful. One the best stays in our vacation history.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Amanda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, so close to everything. Lovely staff who were all very helpful. Gorgeous little garden to have breakfast in each morning. Highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Sonia

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Empress Zoe. Stayed 1 week. Area is great. Locals are great. Walkable to everywhere. Airport pickup and drop off was arranged by the hotel for 55 euros. But upon my checkout I did not have 55 Euros only Turkish Lira. The front desk said it was fine and took 1800 in Turkish Lira which is double the amount. When I asked for the receipt the front desk lady told me she doesn't have one. It felt dishonest and I left the hotel feeling cheated. I also had other uncomfortable experiences at the hotel, would not stay there again but definitely would go back to Istanbul and visit the city again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, Monticello

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was incredible. It was super cozy and had windows that opened. The mattress was the best! Breakfast was available with seating in the courtyard. The hotel staff were very helpful. I needed help confirming a flight change and they called and handled it for me. The location is good, but there are a lot of restaurant hawkers that will pester you on your way to the sights. The rooms aren't handicap accessible... actually, the whole street isn't handicap-friendly (not the hotel's fault). The rooms are very quiet, but there's a minaret outside that announces prayer that can be annoying to some people.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022