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Avicenna Hotel Sultanahmet Istanbul

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Istanbul
Apr 28, 2024 - Apr 29, 2024
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✉️ info@avicennahotel.com

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Reservation: 📞 +1-888-608-1078

🖨️ +90 212 5166555

Address

Mimar Mehmet Aga Cad. Amiral Tafdil Sokak Sultanahmet

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Avicenna Hotel Sultanahmet Review

Around 15 minutes' walk from the enormous Topkapi Palace, Avicenna Hotel Istanbul includes 45 rooms.

Dubb Ethnic Restaurant offers fusion meals and lies just a few steps from this Istanbul hotel.

Placed about a 12-minute walk from the Ottoman - era Friday Blue Mosque, this hotel is also located not very far from Sultanahmet Tram railway station. The accommodation is 5 minutes' walk from the Great Palace Mosaic Museum and 45 km from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport.

The 4-star hotel is placed about 25 minutes' walk from the ornate 16th - century Suleymaniye Mosque.

This property stands within 8 minutes' walk of the Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum", a minute's walk from Akbiyik bus stop.

Some units at Avicenna Hotel are fitted with an individual climate control and central heating, and such self-catering options as a mini fridge bar and an electric kettle. Private bathrooms also include hair dryers and towels. Certain units overlook the sea.

Key Features

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar

Impressions

Pros

  • Chic traditional hotel with restaurants and cafés.
  • Ideal location within a 15-minute walk from the word Sultanahmet District.
  • Nestled in a business area surrounded by a park and a hill.
  • Spacious and spotless units on the first level available with a terrace and a twin bed.
  • Menu offers excellent Turkish fare.
  • Carbonated beverages are included in some rates.
  • Rates are excellent.

Cons

  • A few quests expressed dissatisfaction with mouldy bathrooms.
  • Past guests mentioned Wi-Fi was very poor.

If you are traveling to Istanbul for an active vacation, the Avicenna Hotel Sultanahmet is an excellent choice for your stay. This beautiful hotel is located in the heart of the historic Sultanahmet district, making it the perfect home base for exploring the city's top landmarks and attractions. We recommend staying at least five to six days to fully experience all that Istanbul has to offer.

During your stay at Avicenna Hotel Sultanahmet, you will be within walking distance of several notable landmarks. The TGC Press Media Museum is just 1.25 km away, where you can explore the history of Turkish press and media. The Topkapi Palace harem is located just 0.77 km from the hotel and is a must-visit for history buffs. You can also visit the Mosaic Museum, which is just 1.18 km away, and see some of the best preserved Byzantine mosaics in the world.

For those who enjoy walking or running, the Galata Bridge is just 2.31 km from the hotel and provides a stunning view of the Bosphorus Strait. The Suleymaniye Mosque is also nearby, located just 2.42 km from the hotel, where you can see a beautiful example of Ottoman architecture. Don’t forget to explore the historic areas of Istanbul, which is located just 0.77 km from the hotel, and includes many charming streets and alleys that are rich in history. And, last but not least, visit the Little Hagia Sophia, just 0.94 km from the hotel, a beautiful mosque in Istanbul that dates back to the Byzantine era.

Facilities

Dining facilities

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Electric kettle

Rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Relax

  • Live entertainment
  • Night club
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room

Kid-Friendly activities

  • Cots

Reviews

3.6 based on recent ratings

  • 3.7

    Cleanliness

  • 3.7

    Comfort

  • 3.5

    Facilities

  • 3.4

    Free WiFi

  • 4.6

    Location

  • 3.9

    Value for money

4

The beds were exceptionally comfortable, I slept well. The breakfast was satisfactory, had a wide range of options.

4

The breakfast spread was satisfactory, with a good choice of fabulous options. The staff were knowledgeable and highly courteous day and night. The location was convenient and incredible for walking around a byzantine basilica museum.

5

Fantastic and ideal location, fairly clean hotel in general.

Enjoyable base for exploring Istanbul. Chic and homey place with incredibly kind staff with service and staff. Set walk from a cathedral and a church. Early check in and late check out.

Rooms

Superior Double or Twin Room

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Size: 22 m2
Twin

Double or Twin Room

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Size: 19 m2
Twin/Double

Location

Landmarks nearby

  • TGC Press Media Museum 1.25 km (4101 ft)
  • Topkapi Palace harem 770 m (2526 ft)
  • Mosaic Museum 1.18 km (3871 ft)
  • Galata Bridge 2.31 km (1.44 mi.)
  • Suleymaniye Mosque 2.42 km (1.50 mi.)
  • Historic Areas of Istanbul 770 m (2526 ft)
  • Little Hagia Sophia 940 m (3084 ft)

Restaurants nearby

  • Seven Hills Restaurant 250 m (820 ft)
  • Rainbow Fish & Meat Restaurant 40 m (131 ft)
  • Joy Cafe Restaurant 70 m (230 ft)
  • Darussaade 60 m (197 ft)
  • Dubb Ethnic Restaurant 40 m (131 ft)
  • Ahirkapi Balikcisi 90 m (295 ft)
  • The Byzantium Terrace 70 m (230 ft)
  • Mayfair Kebab House 60 m (197 ft)

Transportation

  • Vezneciler-Istanbul Universitesi 1.92 km (1.19 mi.)
  • Sirkeci 1.07 km (3510 ft)
  • Akbiyik 500 m (1640 ft)
  • Havaist 510 m (1673 ft)
  • Catladikapi 830 m (2723 ft)
  • Kumkapi 1.25 km (4101 ft)
  • Havalimani Transfer 1.09 km (3576 ft)
  • Havatas transfer 1.09 km (3576 ft)
  • Beyazit 1.29 km (4232 ft)
  • Sirkeci 1.55 km (5085 ft)

Summary

✔️ Rating 7.5 / 10
🏷️ Min Price $38
🔑 Rooms 45
Reviews 436
📍 Landmarks nearby TGC Press Media Museum , Topkapi Palace harem , Mosaic Museum
🏆 Rankings #1 in Istanbul hotels near Gulhane Park #6 in Istanbul Golf hotels #15 in Istanbul hotels near Mausoleum of Mahmud II #17 in Kids Friendly Hotels in Istanbul

Avicenna Hotel Sultanahmet FAQ

Is the elegant Avicenna Hotel Sultanahmet located near the city centre?
The elegant Avicenna Hotel Sultanahmet is placed in the Old City Sultanahmet district.
Which attractions can I visit not far from the elegant Avicenna Hotel Sultanahmet?
The elegant Avicenna Hotel Sultanahmet enjoys a special location a short walk to Basilica Cistern and 650 meters from the Great Palace Mosaic Museum.
Does the hotel offer airport transfer?
The hotel offers an airport shuttle which will take you to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International within 47 minutes.