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Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
An outdoor cafe area with tables and chairs, a sign for the Optimist Hotel, and a view of the surrounding buildings.
Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Free minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk
Garden view

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Bar
The current price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

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Bindirdirek Mh At Meydani Sk No 16, Fatih, Istanbul, 34122
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

  • Park view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Istanbul

At Optimist Hotel you'll be within steps of popular attractions like Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Square. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning a free full breakfast is served. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Sultanahmet hotel include Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar.

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Basilica Cistern - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Sultanahmet Station - 5 min walk
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 11 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buhara 93 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪dubb Kebab Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪My Terrace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Alzer Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Doy Doy - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Optimist Hotel

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

The business-friendly Optimist Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3.5-star Istanbul hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Optimist Hotel offers 4 accommodations with free minibar items and minibars. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 60-cm LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Parking on site (EUR 20 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 60-cm LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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 20 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 20 per day

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

Property Registration Number 2022-34-1426

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Optimist Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Optimist Hotel?

As of 28 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Optimist Hotel on 1 July 2026 start from AU$149, 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.

Is parking available at Optimist Hotel?

Yep, Optimist Hotel has a self car park for EUR 20 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Optimist Hotel?

The closest beach to Optimist Hotel is Florya Beach (16 km).

Does Optimist Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, free full breakfast is served daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Optimist Hotel?

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 Optimist Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

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

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

Are pets allowed at Optimist Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Optimist Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 23 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, yummiest breakfast! Stunning all around
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Kiara

Disliked: Cleanliness
Excellent location. Not so clean and the sheets were shorter than the bed. Really uncomfortable, we ask for the change twice and never happened.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
the staffs were very friendly. Didnt like how the bathroom flush broke and water dripping from AC even though it was fixed later
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This small boutique hotel and restaurant is right next to Blue Mosque walking square. It's very convenient location to many attractions in walking distance. Or T1 tram is very close by, it will take you to many other attractions too. We really like the location. The hotel is clean, quite, and comfortable to sleep, great view too. The owner and staff is very kind and helpful too. We really enjoy our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Elisabeth

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Läget

Fantastiskt läge, god mat på hotellet Minus för dåligt wi-fi, och att viss belysning på rummet inte fungerade, tv funkade inte heller, inga stora saker men ändå. Annars toppen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALEKSANDRA

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

Супер отдых в Оптимисте

Все очень круто. Шикарное расположение в центре города. Завтраки супер. Персонал супер. Цена супер. Всем довольны.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
personnels au top, etablissement très bien situé.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful central hotel with views of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sofia from the bedroom window. Lovely breakfast each morning. We were well looked after.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

flavio

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

Fantastic place and great hospitality

Fantastic location. Owner & manager Mohammed made everything to make me comfortable, including providing a pass for the tram. Also a great breakfast. And the views to the Blue Mosque were incredible. Would love to stay here again !
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Alma Virginia

Disliked: Staff & service

great location but very bad service

Good:location right in front of the Blue Mosque,we have the one with spectacular views of the Blue Mosque,Hagia Sophia and Marmara Sea.Walkable distance to almost historic location.Breakfast was good and staff were friendly.Bad:Tried to contact the hotel before our trip and to book a private shuttle service from the airport to the hotel.Unfortunately,after 2-3 messages nobody answer so we've taken a taxi.At 1 o’clock we’ve got our room which was not so clean,no heat,frozen water at the sink/shower,the TV doesn’t work(the owner told us that you don’t need TV you book the room for the view).All the winds are in the room if you do not have heat,many spaces between windows,walls, and doors.When we asked about the TV why it's not working,they remembered to start the heating,after that it was ok in the room.Second day we’ve gone exploring the city and return on 6 pm at the hotel and went to our room which,surprise:was clean expecting new guests.Therefore,no luggage,no any other thinks that we’ve had in the room.Therefore,we have gone downstairs and trying to find where were all our belongings:nobody knows,the staff call the owner.We have discover our luggage at the front desk but without thinks that we have out of baggage:perfumes,books, clothes,etc.I had to repeat several times that we’ve missing thinks,so we are going to call the police.They told us to wait to talk to housekeeping, who arrived later very upset and give us our missing thinks who putted in her cupboard.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Y avais une damme adorable cest tout le reste laisse tembe
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

jessica

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

No nos dieron cuarto!

Llegué al hotel y me mandaron a otro! Uno de atrás del edificio! No sé si estaba lleno o simplemente le quisieron mandar cliente al amigo del hotel de atrás, porque son totalmente distintos! Si estaba lleno, por qué aceptan reservación y no cancelan con tiempo para buscar otro hotel?
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Volkan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Ett helt okej ställe!

Det var ett trevligt hotell med bra läge, tillgänglig personal, helt OK frukost och stark Wi-fi. De enda anmärkningarna är att de inte hade fler nycklar till rummet samt att det inte fanns ”stör ej”/”städa ej”-skyltar att lägga på handtaget. Observa att hotellet ligger mitt emot en av de stora historiska moskéerna (därav tidiga väckningar på morgnarna).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lupo

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

I recommend! Your place with friendly people

Everything was good. If you want to stay near to all top tourist places, this is your hotel. Breakfast, staff, place, view, all. The owners are very kind and responsive. For the owners - thank you for your warm attitude and attention! Greetings! Gery, Bulgaria
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Nice place with amazing location!

Nice place with amazing location! The staff is very friendly and helpful! Right across the street from the blue mosque!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Konstantin

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

В гостях у добрейших людей в Стамбуле

Душевно-домашний отель в самом сердце Стамбула. Спасибо большое за отношение к гостям- впечатление, что приехал домой к добрым старым знакомым. Вид из окна комнаты на последнем этаже- это что-то потрясающее!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ludmila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Чудове розташування: всі визначні пам'ятки поруч; дуже доброзичливий персонал; дуже смачний сніданок. Поєднання ціни та якості.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irmina

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

Cudne miejsce i ludzie

Pobyt w Hotelu Optimist to prawdziwa przyjemność. Powitanie po 23.00 kiedy przybyliśmy było takie, jak w rodzinie i zanim się obejrzeliśmy bagaż był w pokoju a my piliśmy pyszną turecką herbatę. Właściciele Mohamed i Cherry oraz pracownicy Ali i Mohamed i pies Charlie są bardzo serdecznie i przyjaźnie nastawieni. Zawsze życzliwi, uśmiechnięci, pomocni i zainteresowani pobytem swoich gości.W hotelu można zjeść smaczny posiłek i napić się pysznej herbaty. Śniadania są podawane od 8.00 do 12.00 i są bardzo obfite i smaczne. Hotel jest świetnie usytuowany dla osób chcących zwiedzać i poznać Istambul. Do Blue Mosqe jest 3 minuty drogi a Hipodrom można podziwiać z hotelowego patio. Również niedaleko jest do Hagia Sophia i Cysterny Bazyliki, Pałacu Topkapi. Bardzo blisko jest do tramwaju, którym można dojechać praktycznie wszędzie. Komunikacja miejska jest dobrej jakości, czysta, klimatyzowana.Miasto zrobiło na nas ogromnie pozytywne wrażenie a jego mieszkańcy obalili wszelkie mity o Turkach. Planujemy wrócić do Istambułu i do Hotelu Optimist, bo czuliśmy się w nim doskonale. Pozdrawiamy Was wszystkich i do zobaczenia wkrótce!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Recep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018