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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr

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Cankurtaran Mah Utangac Sok No 22, Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, 34122
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica Cistern
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Economy Triple Room

Economy Triple Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, soundproofing, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Istanbul

Side Hotel places you in the centre of Istanbul, within a short 5-minute stroll of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast and a rooftop terrace. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a library, a terrace and express check-out. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a short walk of this 3-property class Sultanahmet hotel include Basilica Cistern and Grand Bazaar is within 15 minutes.

What's nearby

  • Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Basilica Cistern - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Sultanahmet Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 4 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 6 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seven Hills - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Yeşil Ev - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪North Art Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Queb Rooftop Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Palatium cafe and restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Side Hotel

Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, a library, and a vending machine are also featured at Side Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Istanbul hotel.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1985
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Smoking in designated areas
Side Hotel offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and complimentary slippers. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 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 at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1985
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10.0 per night.
  • 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 49 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 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
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 and a security system
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 2022-34-2395

We should mention

  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Side Hotel Istanbul
Side Istanbul
Side Hotel Hotel
Side Hotel Istanbul
Side Hotel Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Side Hotel?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Side Hotel?

As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Side Hotel on 19 Apr 2026 start from AU$127, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Side Hotel?

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

Does Side Hotel serve breakfast?

Yep, our visitors give top marks to the free buffet breakfast here! Available daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Side Hotel?

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

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

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Side Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Side Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 443 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 443 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 443 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 443 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 443 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great location, lovely staff, simple rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

FARHAN

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was not all the same as advertised on the website. It was a mattress on the box spring. No trash cans in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I have stayed at Side Hotel several times because it's in a great location, the staff is friendly and helpful, the rooms are clean and a breakfast buffet is included. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sade

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed, not too fancy, nice atmosphere!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptionally kind and helpful staff. A beautiful room. Brilliant location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kathrene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, extremely helpful and friendly staff. No lists, but staff were eager to help with luggage. Breakfast was basic but sufficient. The room was large and clean, but quite "dated". A comfortable stay in my favorite part of Istanbul
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivaylo

Liked: Cleanliness
Good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn Marie, Robbinsdale

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saleem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay for visiting both mosques and the sultan's residence. Less than a 5 minute walk to reach either mosque. Excellent, very helpful office administration. The vicinity of the hotel is clean and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This hotel is very conveniently located, walking distance to the HAVAIST bus to the airport, the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, all the big sights in Sultanahmet. The staff is very friendly and helpful. The hotel room itself was.... eh OK. A bit on the older side, but reasonable for the price we paid. There are a lot of choices at breakfast but it's the same buffet every day which got a bit old after the second day. It was a fine stay overall, no complaints or regrets.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brenton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The side hotel is a small boutique hotel with old world charm. The room was a comfortable size with excellent mattress and pillows, which as travelers know are sometimes the most important thing. all the staff truly went out of their way to accommodate and help with even the most minor of details.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Sacramento

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth, Irondale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay because of the kind staff, good breakfast, and perfect location. It felt like coming home each night after exploring the city. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location helpful staff comfirtable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Argelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel, staff very nice and helpful. Rooms are cleaned every day. Good location, near to Tram Station. I highly recommend it. Near to Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Side Hotel was recommended by a friend who has stayed there several times. Great location just a 2 minute stroll from Hagia Sofia. The staff at the hotel were so helpful and friendly. Breakfast on the roof terrace delicious and we loved the view. Hotel is spotless, so clean. Great value for money and a wonderful stay. Would recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay! This is my third time using this hotel. The workers are super friendly, and the location is super convenient-- less than a 5 minute walk to the Hagia Sophia and a 15-20 minute walk to eminonu.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Me hospedé una noche, el hotel esta muy bien ubicado a 5 minutos caminando de Hagia Sophia y de la Mezquita Azul, y un par de minutos mas hacia el palacio de Topkapi y de una estación del tram que te permite moverte hacia la torre galata. El personal fue muy muy amable, el desayuno delicioso con variedad de quesos. El lugar es tranquilo de noche y seguro.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ata, St. Louis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff. Lots of food options. Breakfast buffet was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ibrahim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for visiting the famous historic Ottoman landmarks in Istanbul (many are walking distance from hotel). Friendly and helpful staff especially at the front desk. Hotel itself is no frills, clean and basic. Great shower and a decent breakfast provided each morning. We would be happy to stay again. A small word of caution, there is no lift so if you have mobility issues best to request a ground floor room.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025