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Basilissis Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Hagia Sophia

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Exterior
Buffet
Interior entrance
Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry
  • Room service

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Güzelsanatlar Sk. 4, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Twin Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room | Coffee and/or coffee maker

Standard Triple Room

  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Family Room

  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Economy Double Room

  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Sultanahmet stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Sultanahmet hotel, you'll find Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar. Also, Sultanahmet Square is within half a mile (1 km) and Blue Mosque is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Gülhane Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Basilica Cistern - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sultanahmet Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Gulhane Station - 3 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 6 min walk
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gülhane Sur Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Le Safran - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Espressolab - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪EFEZÂDE - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Maya's Corner Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Basilissis Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Hagia Sophia
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business center. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Basilissis Hotel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Istanbul hotel.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Dining venue
Basilissis Hotel offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 40-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator (47 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

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 Basilissis Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

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, 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 2022-34-1887

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Basilissis Hotel Hotel
Basilissis Hotel Istanbul
Basilissis Hotel Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

How close is Basilissis Hotel to the airport?

Basilissis Hotel is 28.3 mi (61-min drive) away from the Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Basilissis Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Basilissis Hotel offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Basilissis Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 12.7 mi (31-min drive) from Florya Beach.

Does Basilissis Hotel offer free breakfast?

Basilissis Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Basilissis Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Basilissis Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Basilissis Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Basilissis Hotel have a pool?

Basilissis Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Basilissis Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Basilissis Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Basilissis Hotel to downtown Istanbul?

Basilissis Hotel is 0.8 mi away from Istanbul.

Basilissis Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 56 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Murad

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

Never again

Terrible stay We booked a room with windows and a balcony for about €150, but on arrival, we were given a small, windowless economy room instead. I believe they were overbooked and decided to downgrade us. Thanks to Hotels.com support, we were moved to a smaller room with windows for the second night, but the first night was awful — no windows, no air, and my spouse and three kids struggled with panic attacks. It completely ruined our stay. Breakfast was very basic, and the hotel staff didn’t care or try to help. Without Hotels.com, we would have been stuck.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

PhilippeAlbert

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlene

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel. Very quiet in a super convenient location. Easy walking distance to major attractions. I really appreciated the excellent service, very helpful staff and good advice. Air conditioning was great, bed very comfortable. Would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

The room was very clean and cozy. Staff was very nice and accommodating and felt very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Azhar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lukasz

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super great staff and rooms were fine. Exactly what I expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Frank

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so smelly and musty. It was super dirty and the bathroom was full of mold. The towels were yellowish. You get what you pay for, the hotel is not a good choice you are only paying for the area but the room was horrible. Breakfast was ok. Staff were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

aisha

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel had great customer service. Front desk was very accommodating and helpful. Staff went above and beyond to ensure we had the best stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Nabeel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bad lighting in bathroom. Shower head was too hot or too cold. Horrible water pressure. Dated room. Good front desk people though.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Terrible Experience

Terrible experience I called them on the day of arrival while I was waiting for connection flight to arrange airport pick up but they mentioned my confirmed booking is not valid anymore and they can't accommodate us. they made our Christmas break stressful
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Ozan

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel staff welcomed us very well. But there was a package of previously eaten food in my room. But in general the hotel was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniar

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

Great hotel at Aya Sofya

Extremely helpful staff! Great quality hotel for a cheap price overall!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rubén

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Christopher J

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

A very good, solid, central place to stay in IST

The Basilissis Hotel is in a very good part of town, right near the Sultan Ahmed Mosque and square, and a lot of tourist-friendly sites and food options! The hotel is kind of off the main roads, so it's a little quieter than if it was on the rail lines. The room was practical, the bed was comfortable. The shower did not have it's "rainwater shower head" even hooked up, so don't expect that; however, the shower worked fine. Their included soaps are good. A mini-bar does have a price list, but very reasonable considering the convenience; just be aware, around the corner are super cheap options for water, drinks, and snacks. The staff all speak good English; there was some mix up with our taxi information when we ordered, but in the end it all worked out. They always answered our questions, and worked hard to make us feel valued. If COVID is till a thing when you read this, the hotel itself can order a guy to come by and do the test in the lobby; you pay the hotel staff, and you get your results within 8-10 hours (that's how long ours took). Those results are available to use to get you back into the US. Still reading? Then let me put you at ease; it's a good place to stay! There were only nitpick things that we could find wrong, but because of it's central location, professional staff, and good room, we would not hesitate to stay here again in Istanbul.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Vladimir

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

A pleasant surprise.

Nice hotel on a quiet side street in the heart of the city. Literally a 5 minute walk from everything.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Certainly an hotel to recommend

Stayed 7 nights September 2021. Hotel in a central location walking distance to many eateries, Grand Bazzar & Spice Bazzar. Tramline is 5 mins walking distance. The hotel is compact but in great location. Cleaned daily. All staff were friendly especially the 2 receptionists who were great at giving directions and recommendations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Set on a quiet side street. Staff very friendly and helpful. Central to all major sites.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Israa

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

Just perfect

The hotel is perfect by all means the staff all welcoming,polite , helping when ever you need too with good english speaking The rooms just perfect , comfy and very clean with nice decoration Perfect and Quiet place just 200 m to gulhana tram station I’v been in istanbul for 6 times this the only one i love all about a hotel highly very value for the money recommended and if i would come to istanbul in the future certainly would stay at basilissis
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s was very good hotel and good people with best service clean and nice area
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Farina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good hotel ,strongly recommend anyone who visits istanbul ,you feel like home ,very friendly and helpful staff ,musa and abrahim and all the staff overall were very helpful ,friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paolo

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

Absolute nice stay

Our stay was simply excellent hotel absolute new and clean,very central position ...just an excellent chooce
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

ABDUr rab

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

Location, Location, Location!!

This is a cozy little place located very close to the main attractions in Istanbul. The place was very clean and appears to be newly renovated with the latest amenities. You get a taste of local food with an excellent buffet-style breakfast. The staff was very friendly. Musa will help you find answers to all your questions regarding the areas. You can never get lost with his detailed directions with descriptions of landmarks to get somewhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

Azucena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La TV y el frigobar no funcionaron y no lo pudieron arreglar
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025