Spectra Hotel

Hotel near Sultanahmet Square in Istanbul

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; alfresco dining
Family Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished
Hallway
Exterior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

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Sehit Mehmetpasa Yokusu No.2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400
  • 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

Family Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Economy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Heart of Istanbul.A stay at this Sultanahmet hotel places you steps from Sultanahmet Square and within a 5-minute walk of Blue Mosque. Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Basilica Cistern - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Cemberlitas Station - 5 min walk
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 11 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Spectra Hotel

Hotel near Sultanahmet Square in Istanbul
Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at the business-friendly Spectra Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

This Istanbul hotel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1992
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Spectra Hotel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Offsite parking; discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 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 Spectra Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 5000 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: TRY 5000 (roundtrip)

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; cash is not accepted
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 and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

Property Registration Number 13435

We should mention

  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Spectra Hotel to the airport?

Spectra Hotel is 27.7 mi (63-min drive) away from the Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spectra Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Spectra Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, at scheduled times, for a charge of TRY 5000 per vehicle, roundtrip.

How close is Spectra Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 12 mi (24-min drive) from Florya Beach.

Does Spectra Hotel offer free breakfast?

Spectra Hotel offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Spectra Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Spectra Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Spectra Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Spectra Hotel have a pool?

Spectra Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Spectra Hotel have a restaurant?

Spectra Hotel is home to Spectra Cafe Restaurant, which features al fresco dining.

Does Spectra Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Spectra Hotel to downtown Istanbul?

Spectra Hotel is 0.8 mi away from Istanbul.

Spectra Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 242 out of 418 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 418 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 418 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 418 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 418 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Hajera

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a perfect location diagonally across the blue mosque. You were able to catch a taxi if needed as taxi's were constantly dropping off other tourists. The room was tidied daily however it didn't seem to be vacuumed. The room seemed small but fine for sleeping as out during the day. The location to the major tourist attractions was perfect, not far to walk to them. There are alot of eating places around the hotel and not too far to pharmacies or other shops. The staff were great, always asking if we needed anything and arranged transfer to the airport on request.
From outside seating area of the hotel during breakfast
Breakfast plate
View of the Blue Mosque from breakfast area outside hotel
Night view of the Blue Mosque
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giorgi

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

frantisek

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful hotel in excellent location. very good breakfast . the staff is very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela Veronica Polanco

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean hotel! The gentleman owner was very nice, and always on top with customers attention. I recommend this location 100%
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Great location helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MUSA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Turkish style breakfast with a variety to choose from. Very generous with all fresh including bread. Ideal location within walking distances from the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofian Topkapi Palace, Tram and the Museum. I highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Douglas A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I have stayed in this hotel perhaps 10 to 15 times since 1998. It was my favorite place in Istanbul. Its location is stunning, right on the corner of the Hippodrome, a short block from the Blue Mosque and so much more. The staff is friendly and helpful, though the level of English much less now than before. The rooms are small but comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Great location and very nice people.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Oliver

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location and overall cozy hotel, however, our room had several black mold spots. We booked a 4 bed room and the 4th bed was an auxiliary bed. Hope they will fix the issues with the mold, the hotel has all the potential to be a excellent place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

ahmer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

too noisy, they need to fix windows and sound leak

i wouldn't stay here, the windows here are non existent, you can hear everything on the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

bing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It’s very good location, good service and good breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and friendly staff, clean room, convenient location.Thank you so much!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vary quaint and nice breakfast buffet has a bar with outdoor seating staff very friendly our room #1 was facing the The Blue mosque
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina, Santa Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel, right next to the Blue Mosque. Room was small, but clean and with everything we needed. Staff was great, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nilufar

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

Lovely hotel right at the Sultanahmet square

I love this hotel. The staff are so helpful and friendly. I got a complimentary cup of Turkish coffee or tea every day. They go above and beyond to fulfill guest requests. They have a lovely little restaurant in the lobby with an amazing view of the Sultanahmet mosque where they serve breakfast and have lunch and dinner available for order. Location is absolutely phenomenal. The Sultanahmet square with all its museums, palaces, mosques, shops, restaurants and public transportation are right outside the front door of the hotel. But the hotel itself is a quiet little oasis to return to after a day of sightseeing. I have stayed here many times and will return again and again. Only one point off for the strong mold smell in the bathroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tioshi Tamora

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything’s good!! The guy from the front desk omg I wanted to bring he home with me lol he was so nice,very professional, so friendly, I had an unforgettable experience in this hotel. I was about to stay one more night just because the staff team but unfortunately I was unable. Thanks so much for made my memories is Istanbul special. Location is perfect. Close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Fadi, Beirut

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
NA
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew, SALT LAKE CITY

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel, staff is friendly and nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Adan, Lacey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to major atraccións
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omar, Milton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025