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Room amenity
Pub
Front of property
Buffet
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

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Kucukayasofya Mah., Sehit Mehmet Pasa yokusu, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Classic Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Triple Room

  • City view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Murphy Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Imperial Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Imperial Suite

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Double or Twin Room on the Basement Floor - No View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Economy Double or Twin Room on the Basement Floor - No View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 142 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Queen Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Queen Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Comfort Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room Sea View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Superior Room Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Seaside stay .Within a 10-minute walk of this Sultanahmet hotel, you'll find Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern. Hagia Sophia is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Turkish and Islamic Art Museum - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Basilica Cistern - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cemberlitas Station - 7 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 12 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Art Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪dubb Kebab Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Three Partners Cafe & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arch Bistro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Garden 1897 Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Arena Hotel - Special Class

4.5-star luxury hotel near Blue Mosque
Arena Hotel - Special Class offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

A business center, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. Spa services, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Arena Hotel - Special Class. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours), a beach shuttle, and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4.5-star Istanbul hotel is smoke free.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1995
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Arena Hotel - Special Class offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (TRY 150 per day); reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Self parking on site (TRY 150 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library

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
  • Elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Arena Hotel - Special Class

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

Property 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: TRY 1400 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Self parking fee: TRY 150 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: TRY 150 per day (49 ft away)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 8146

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 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.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Arena Hotel - Special Class to the airport?

Arena Hotel - Special Class is 27.8 mi (63-min drive) away from the Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Arena Hotel - Special Class?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Arena Hotel - Special Class on Jun 19, 2026 start from $95, 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.

Does Arena Hotel - Special Class have an airport shuttle?

Arena Hotel - Special Class offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of TRY 1400 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Arena Hotel - Special Class to the beach?

This hotel is 12.2 mi (25-min drive) from Florya Beach.

Does Arena Hotel - Special Class offer free breakfast?

Arena Hotel - Special Class offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Arena Hotel - Special Class?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Arena Hotel - Special Class?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Arena Hotel - Special Class?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for TRY 150 per day.

Does Arena Hotel - Special Class have a pool?

Arena Hotel - Special Class does not have a pool.

Does Arena Hotel - Special Class have a restaurant?

Arena Hotel - Special Class is home to Delight Restaurant, which features light fare.

Does Arena Hotel - Special Class have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features facials, body treatments, and body scrubs.

How close is Arena Hotel - Special Class to downtown Istanbul?

Arena Hotel - Special Class is 0.8 mi away from Istanbul.

Arena Hotel - Special Class Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 152 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 152 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 152 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 152 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 152 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Massimiliano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel vero amazing, The location is around a important monuments, service very good and restaurant is good
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Very clean. Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina

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

Excellent hotel

Excellent hotel in historical place
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, delicious breakfast with a wide selection of items.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location couldn't be better, room always kept clean, AC didnt work in first room so got upgraded to a better room. Staff spoke good english and always friendly. Well stocked buffet breakfast.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Altan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and great environments with surroundings!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ranah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location Beds were comfortable Wi-Fi
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a very good stay at the hotel. Comfortable rooms nice breakfast. Staff very helpful with everything. Next trip will stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Humera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shavkat

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

Cozy place to stay

Friendly and helpful stuff, peaceful atmosphere, quiet and amazing place to stay both with friends and family. Close to public transportation and delicious Turkish food, Mosque Aya Sofia, Laleni, etc
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wenjing

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

lovely hotel

very friendly staff, great location, perfect breakfast. Safe and peace place. we would like go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice caring people.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, very close to everything. Staff was super helpful and enjoyed our stay. We were able to walk everywhere from the hotel or close to the metro for our longer excursions. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Power went out a couple times. Minor issues with breakfast. But generally a nice location with a nice room and good location. Very friendly staff too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

2 night stay

Nice stay and friendly staff. Great walkable area. Only issue was that the TV didn’t work but other than that we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The breakfast was excellent, offering a wide variety of fresh and delicious options. The staff was incredibly friendly and always ready to help, making the experience even more enjoyable. The location was perfect—close to multiple shops and restaurants, making it easy to explore the area. Highly recommend for a comfortable and convenient stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good area. Staff was friendly. Close to many great sites.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like Arena, caring staff, easy to get everywhere, a few min from Sultan Hamed square, definitely will stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adam I love this hotel, this is my second visit to Arena
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice hotel -it was once a private home and is very quaint. The staff couldn't have been more helpful - both before we arrived with advice in email and when we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone there is so helpful and attentive, the rooms are besutiful, and its only a 10 minute walk in one direction to the Arasta Bazaar and maybe 15 to the Grand Bazaar with shopping and dining opportunities along the way.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

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

Great place to stay

It’s in convenient location. Room was spotless and comfortable. Very quiet. Breakfast was good including for some North American travellers such as eggs and sausages.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Gave us a great ride to airport. Dont like bathroom light & fan go on together. Noisy. A/C was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean,tidy and seemed qell run and efficient.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent

Awesome hotel, extremely friendly staff and very safe. Close to everything. We love it and will go back.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024