A luxury stay in the heart of Istanbul awaits you at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa. Within a short 5-minute stroll, you'll find Sultanahmet Square and Hagia Sophia. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and aromatherapy. The restaurant, Grill Restaurant, is open for breakfast and dinner. Terrace Bar Pub is the hotel's own pub. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a Turkish bath/hammam and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Sultanahmet hotel include Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque.
What's nearby
Basilica Cistern - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Sultanahmet Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Hagia Sophia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Grand Bazaar - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Sultanahmet Station - 2 min walk
Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 9 min walk
Istanbul (IST) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Hafız Mustafa 1864 - 1 min walk
DERALIYE OTTOMAN CUISINE - 1 min walk
Adonin Cafe & Restaurant - 1 min walk
Khorasani Ocakbasi Kebabhouse - 1 min walk
The Terrace (by Yurdan) - 1 min walk
About this property
Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa
Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.
A rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.
This 4.5-star Istanbul hotel is smoke free.
1 building
22 guestrooms or units
5 levels
Deli
Terrace on the roof
Coffee in lobby
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Express check-in
Express check-out
Staff members are multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Library
Television in lobby
Bellhop
Lift
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. 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.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.
The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Food and drink
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Grill Restaurant
Terrace Bar Pub
Things to do
Full-service spa
Library
TV in common areas
Family friendly
High chair
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Rooftop terrace
Full-service spa
2 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Deep-tissue massages
Facials
Hot stone massages
Reflexology
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Swedish massages
Turkish bath
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Lift
More
1 building
5 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Free cot
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Plasma TV with satellite channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Minibar
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop-compatible safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 AM
Express check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property charges a fee for luggage storage (EUR 3 per piece, per day).
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50 per night.
Free cots (infant beds)!
Payment types
Important information
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 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50 per night
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 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
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 and cash
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, 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. 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 and cash. 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 2022-34-2409
We should mention
Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
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.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Ambassador Hotel Istanbul
Ambassador Istanbul
Lapis Inn Hotel Spa
The Ambassador Hotel
Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa Hotel
Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?
Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Are there any beaches close to Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?
The closest beach to Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa is Florya Beach (16.2 km).
Is there a spa on site at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?
Yep, there is an onsite spa at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Swedish massages.
What makes Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa a romantic place to stay?
A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa.
Is Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as highchairs and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa is a hit with families.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?
No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.
What time are check-in & check-out at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Are pets allowed at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?
No, pets are not allowed.
Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 1002 reviews
10 - Excellent
490
Rating 8 - Good. 332 out of 1002 reviews
8 - Good
332
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1002 reviews
6 - Okay
103
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1002 reviews
4 - Poor
54
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1002 reviews
2 - Terrible
23
8.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Denny
10 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
For our stay we felt that the staff from reception to kitchen areas were so friendly and helpful. They made our stay so welcoming and we would like to thank them.
Also, the view from the top floor was spectacular
Room was tidy and clean. Alot smaller than they appear on pictures. The bathroom and especially the toilet was really tight!
Location wise its brilliant, right in between blue mosque and hagia sofia. Metro stop is in front too. Lots of eatries.
One disadvantage is that the hotel is in between numerous restaurants and cafes. So if you get a room that is facing them it will likely be noisy till late.
Staff were extremely helpful and polite. Breakfast was decent. The restaurant on 5th floor has view of the mosques which is pretty nice
Would definitely consider staying again for a short stay maybe not with family.
Amazing Hotel. Clean. Good breakfast. Walking distance to many sights. Great views of Hagia Sophie n bluemosque from rooftoop. T1 tramline stop 2 minutes away. Helpful and polite staff
The staff was very friendly and professional. The room was lovely. However they had a deodorizer in the room that was so strong. It permeated all of our clothing and suitcase. They may want to remove those. The eating area on the roof provided lovely views of Istanbul and decent food.
Karla
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
6/10 Okay
Jennifer, Louisville
Travelled with partner
13 Oct 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Amazing location but I was disappointed with the room. There was very little light through the window because the building is surrounded by other buildings.
Jennifer
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
4/10 Poor
EDITH LUZ
11 Oct 2025
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
I liked. It was convenient close to Sultanahmet Square
I did not like it. Bathroom higiene was poor, towel ms were no properly cleaned.
The hotel is in an ideal location as all the shops and local attractions are near by including the mosques
The only downfall is noise levels at night due to resterants near by
I would come back as its an ideal location for the first time in Instanbul and the.view feom the rooftop is amazing
The location of the hotel is very centric for the transportation. There is plenty of points of interest near the hotel. Breakfast has choices. The staff in the front is very friendly. We did the Turkish hamman and they were able to accommodate children. This is a very family friendly hotel.