The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class

4.0 star property
Upscale spa hotel, walk to Hagia Sophia

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Fitness facility
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Front of property - evening/night
Triple Room
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

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  • GymGymGym
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  • Spa
  • Room serviceRoom serviceRoom service
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk

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Akbiyik Cad. No:29, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122
  • Popular LocationHagia Sophia5 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlue Mosque6 min walk
  • Popular LocationTopkapi Palace17 min walk
  • AirportIstanbul (IST)54 min drive

Room options

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Executive Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

Double Room

7.5/10 Good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Room (Basement Floor)

8.4/10 Very good

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Istanbul

The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class 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 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and a gym. .A day of pampering at Spa Center (SURCHARGE) can include massages, body scrubs and facials along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The restaurant, The Byzantium Terrace, is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the Turkish bath/hammam and sauna. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of free train pick-up service. .Attractions within a 10-minute walk of this 4-property class Istanbul City Center hotel include Sultanahmet Square and Basilica Cistern.

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 5 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Square - 6 min walk
  • Blue Mosque - 6 min walk
  • Grand Bazaar - 15 min walk
  • Topkapi Palace - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 3 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 8 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • Shadow Bar Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Ocean's 7 Cafe & Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Palatium Cafe & Restaurant - 2 min walk
  • Albura Kathisma - 1 min walk
  • Rounders Pub - 1 min walk

About this property

The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class

Upscale spa hotel, walk to Hagia Sophia
The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class offers its guests a full-service spa, a health club, and a sauna. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Spa services, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a cruise ship terminal shuttle are available for a fee. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Istanbul hotel.

  • 70 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 2008
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • 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
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class offers 70 accommodations with a safe and complimentary slippers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Spa Center (SURCHARGE) has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body scrubs and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Arabic, English, Russian, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free train station pick-up shuttle
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Parking on site (EUR 10 per night)

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Byzantium Restaurant
  • The Byzantium Terrace

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: noon
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 50 per person
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 10 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and window guards
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards in all accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

National rating

The Turkish Ministry of Tourism assigns an official classification for accommodation in Türkiye. This Hotel property is awarded the following classification: Special Class.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class?

The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class?

As of 4 June 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class on 14 June 2024 start from AU$322.72, 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 The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class?

Yep, The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class has a self car park for EUR 10 per night.

Are there any beaches close to The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class?

The closest beach to The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class is Florya Beach (16.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class?

Yep, Spa Center (SURCHARGE) is available for guests. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments.

What luxury perks are available at The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class?

The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class features a full-service spa, a health club and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class.

Is The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class?

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

Are pets allowed at The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Byzantium Hotel & Suites - Special Class Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 540 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 540 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 540 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 540 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 30 out of 540 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ayesha

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located literally 5 mins away from Hagia sophia! so the location is prime. The staff was warm and welcoming and very helpful. They helped with transportation services as well. breakfast was buffet style and they have tons of restaurant options.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aarif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was really very amazing Close to both the mosque and also to the Topkapi palace
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

maurice

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Very close to main tourist area. Breakfast was limited and TV had few English speaking channels. On 4th floor with terrace for dining above so noisy when people came down to 4th floor for lift at midnight.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Alia Hosain Mohammed

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff, walking distance to places.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Ayoub

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Good 7/10
Overall the hotel is good. Food was also perfect at the breakfast but they should change the menu everyday, I noticed same food all the days. People who are serving the breakfast are so kind and respectful. Location of the hotel is perfect. The restroom is too small.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

mohamed, Bethpage

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i like every thing was there resp. rest, location.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Overall the hotel was ok. We stayed twice in 2 weeks. The terrace (Queb) had limited choice and no longer had cocktails/alcohol.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020