GUL SULTAN HOTEL, Istanbul – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Akbiyik Caddesi 9,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34022,
Istanbul Province
Rooms & Amenities
Gul Sultan Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with hardwood floors, free Wi-Fi, and satellite TV. Each room includes a minibar, electric kettle, and soundproofing. Private bathrooms have rainfall showers, bidets, and free toiletries. Some rooms feature extra-long beds and private terraces.
Dining Options
The hotel does not have an onsite restaurant. Guests can explore Sultanahmet's surrounding streets, which include Tony's Pizza, The Coffee Bean, and local Turkish eateries within a 5-minute walk.
Leisure & Facilities
Guests can relax on the panoramic summer terrace with views of the Sea of Marmara. The hotel has a gift shop selling tourist guides and postcards. Free high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Location & Transport
Situated less than a 5-minute walk from Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque. Sirkeci Station is 1 km away. Istanbul International Airport is 52 km from the hotel, and Sabiha Gokcen Airport is 44 km away.
Services & Sustainability
The hotel offers 24-hour front desk service, daily housekeeping, and wake-up calls. Sustainability practices include energy-efficient LED lighting, water-saving fixtures, towel reuse programs, and comprehensive waste separation and recycling systems.
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW)
43.3
km
Istanbul (IST)
50.1
km
Train
Sultanahmet Tram Station500 m
Underground
Vezneciler
2.0
km
Halic
2.3
km
Amenities
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi in rooms
Parking
EUR 15 per day
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Housekeeping
Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room
Room features
Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Dining table
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
Akbiyik Caddesi 9,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34022,
Istanbul Province
Map view
Akbiyik Caddesi 9,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34022,
Istanbul Province
City landmarks
Mosque
Blue Mosque
1.0
km
Square
Sultanahmet District
670 m
Museum
Topkapi Palace
990 m
Landmark
Topkapi Palace harem
1.3
km
Museum
Istanbul Archaeology Museums
650 m
Mosque
Suleymaniye Mosque
2.3
km
Landmark
Historic Areas of Istanbul
620 m
Landmark
TGC Press Media Museum
810 m
Mosque
Little Hagia Sophia
910 m
Monument
Serpent Column
730 m
Bridge
Galata Bridge
2.1
km
Mosque
Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque
980 m
Landmark
Gulhane Park
620 m
Landmark
Column of Constantine
740 m
Landmark
Mausoleum of Mahmud II
760 m
Mosque
Laleli Camii
2.1
km
Square
Beyazit Square
1.9
km
Landmark
Mosaic Museum
3.9
km
Nearby
Museum
Hagia Sophia Museum
520 m
Alemdar Mahallesi
Basilica Cistern
560 m
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih
Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami
490 m
Binbirdirek
Walled Obelisk
520 m
Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu
Cagaloglu Hamami
530 m
Museum
Hagia Irene
510 m
Museum
Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam
530 m
Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5
Caferaga Madrasa
410 m
Museum
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
520 m
Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi
Tomb of Sultan Ahmet
340 m
Sultanahmet Meydani
Obelisk of Theodosius
570 m
Fountain
German Fountain
550 m
Restaurants
Albura Kathisma Cafe & Restaurant
20 m
Cankurtaran Mah. Yeni Akbiyik Cad. No: 36-38
Tria Elegance Restaurant
70 m
Akbiyik Caddesi Number :11 Sultanahmet
Divella Bistro Restaurant
90 m
Cankurtaran Mah. AkbIyIk Cad. Adliye sok. No:11/A
Magnaura Cafe & Restaurant
30 m
Cankurtaran Mahallesi
Palatium Cafe & Restaurant
160 m
Cankurtaran Mah. Kutlugun Sok. No: 33 Sultanahmet
Turk Art Terrace Restaurant
190 m
Cankurtaran Mahallesi
just Topdeck Cafe & Bar
60 m
Cankurtaran Mahallesi
Newbackpackers Cafe restaurant
30 m
Akbiyik Caddesi No 22 Sultanahmet
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
98%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Great location
Friendly staff
Limited breakfast options
Noisy at times
9.8/10
Perfect
Rooms
8.2
Location
10.0
Service
8.8
Dining
6.3
Guest reviews
9.8/10
based on 10 reviews
4.5/5
based on 244 reviews
9.4
9.4/10 based on 227 reviews
#121 of 1,329 hotels in Istanbul based on Tripadvisor
Todd
United States,
September
2024
8.2/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The location is absolutely fantastic, right in the heart of the old town and just a short stroll to all the major attractions. The rooms were clean and equipped with ice-cold air conditioning, making my stay comfortable. The service was quite good, especially since the owner also doubled as the receptionist. On the downside, while the dining options included breakfast, it could use a bit more variety. Overall, it was great value for money, especially with the easy shuttle access to the airport for only 30TL.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and equipped with ice-cold air conditioning.
Service
8.0
The staff, who was also the owner, was very friendly and helpful.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly situated in the main tourist area, close to all the major attractions.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast view was stunning, especially overlooking Ottoman mosques, but I wish there were more options.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were decent, with a nice atmosphere, but nothing stood out particularly.
John
United States,
September
2024
7.6/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel with an amazing view of Hagia Sofia and the Ottoman mosques. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had effective air conditioning. The location was fantastic-right in the heart of the old town and near all the important monuments. However, the dining options could use some improvement, and while the service was friendly, there were times when it could be faster. Overall, it offers great value for money, but there's room for improvement in a few areas.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable with effective air conditioning.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly, but at times the service felt a bit slow.
Location
10.0
The hotel is located in the heart of the old town, making it easy to access main monuments.
Dining
6.0
While the dining experience had a beautiful view, the breakfast options could be improved.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent facilities, but there wasn't a standout feature.
Claire
United States,
July
2024
8.0/10
My stay was nothing short of delightful! The hotel's location in the heart of the old town was perfect, with plenty of bars and restaurants just a short walk away. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, making me feel right at home. Although the dining options could use some improvement, especially at breakfast, the clean and comfortable rooms made my stay worthwhile. A small downside was that the air conditioning could be noisy at times, but overall, it was easy to overlook given the value for money I was getting.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had a great air conditioning system, which was super refreshing.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding, as the owner also acted as the receptionist and was always available to help.
Location
10.0
The hotel is located in the center of Istanbul, just about a 5-minute walk to the Blue Mosque, which is perfect for exploring.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was decent, but I wish the breakfast had more variety than just fresh salads.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had nice facilities, although I didn't use all of them; the cleanliness was a major plus.
Roger
United States,
July
2024
8.0/10
I had a lovely stay in this charming hotel located right in the heart of the old town. The location is perfect for exploring all the main tourist attractions, and the staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. The rooms were quite comfortable, but I wish the dining options were a bit better as breakfast was somewhat basic. Overall, it's a great value for money and I appreciated the air conditioning in the room.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had excellent air conditioning to keep things cool.
Service
9.0
The service was friendly and attentive, making sure I had everything I needed during my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel is situated in a cute neighborhood, right in the center of Istanbul and near the old town area, which was very convenient for sightseeing.
Dining
6.0
While the dining experience was decent, the breakfast could use more variety; it felt a bit limited.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had a nice atmosphere, but I didn't get to explore many facilities during my short visit.
Edwin
United States,
June
2024
8.0/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel which is located right in the heart of the old town, making it super convenient for sightseeing. The rooms were quite comfortable with good air conditioning, although the windows were a bit walled up. The owners were incredibly friendly and provided great service, but the breakfast could use some improvement. Overall, it was good value for money given the location and comfort.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had ice cold air conditioning, which was a lifesaver. I enjoyed the fresh Turkish delight they offered as well.
Service
9.0
The service from the owner, who was also the receptionist, was very attentive and helpful.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a fantastic location, very close to numerous sightseeing spots and easy to reach from Atatuerk Airport by tramway.
Dining
6.0
While the breakfast was included, I found it somewhat limited and could have used more variety.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were adequate, but nothing too extravagant.
Heather
United States,
June
2024
9.0/10
This hotel is perfectly situated in the heart of the old town, making it super convenient for exploring tourist attractions. The rooms were clean and the air conditioning provided a nice relief from the heat. However, the dining options were somewhat limited, which was a slight letdown. The owner, who also serves as the receptionist, was very friendly and accommodating, making my stay even better.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and equipped with ice-cold air conditioning, which was a blessing during my stay.
Service
10.0
The owner was also the receptionist and provided excellent service, assisting with everything from room service to airport shuttles.
Location
10.0
The hotel is ideally located in the main tourist area, just a 5-minute walk to the Blue Mosque.
Dining
7.0
While I enjoyed the breakfast, I found the options were somewhat limited compared to other places I've stayed.
Facilities
Christopher
United States,
May
2024
7.8/10
I had a lovely stay at this hotel, with clean and comfortable rooms, great air conditioning, and a nice touch of Turkish delight waiting for me. The location is perfect for exploring the old town and all the major sights, and the staff was incredibly friendly. However, the dining experience could be improved, as the breakfast was quite basic and not very varied.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, with ice-cold air conditioning and cozy beds. I loved the charming touch of fresh Turkish delight.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding, with the owner personally checking in on me. Room service was prompt, and they offered great assistance with airport transfers.
Location
10.0
The hotel is ideally located in the heart of the old town, making it super easy to reach all the main sights. Plus, it was convenient to get there from Atatuerk Airport by tram.
Dining
5.0
The dining area had a beautiful view of historic sites, but the breakfast options were quite limited and could use some improvement.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offered several useful facilities, including airport shuttle service and ticket assistance, which made my stay more convenient.
Robert
United States,
May
2024
8.6/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel, thanks to its great location in the heart of the old town and its clean, comfortable rooms. The staff was friendly and very helpful, but I was a bit let down by the limited breakfast options. Overall, the experience was good value for money, and I enjoyed my time here.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean with comfortable beds and efficient air conditioning, making my stay quite pleasant.
Service
9.0
The owner and receptionist were incredibly friendly and offered excellent service throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly situated in the main tourist area, close to several mosques, bars, and restaurants, which was really convenient for exploring.
Dining
7.0
While the meals had a beautiful view of Hagia Sofia, I found the breakfast options a bit limited.
Facilities
Great location
Limited breakfast options
Curtis
United States,
May
2024
8.4/10
The hotel has a fantastic location right in the heart of Sultanahmet, which makes it super convenient for exploring nearby monuments. The rooms are clean and comfy, plus the air conditioning keeps the place nice and cool. However, the limited dining options at breakfast left a bit to be desired. Overall, it's great value for money, especially for those looking to dive into the local sights.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had ice-cold air conditioning, which was a relief after a long day of sightseeing.
Service
9.0
The service was excellent, with the owner personally handling everything from reception to room service. I felt well taken care of during my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel is situated in the heart of the old town, making it incredibly easy to access several major sightseeing spots.
Dining
7.0
While the dining area offered a beautiful view of the Hagia Sofia, I found the breakfast options to be somewhat limited.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were nice, though I wish there were more amenities like a pool.
Brad
United States,
March
2024
7.8/10
I had a lovely stay at the hotel, which is situated right in the heart of Istanbul's old town. The air conditioning in the rooms was really effective, and the fresh Turkish delight was a nice touch. The location was super convenient, close to all the major sights. However, the rooms had walled-up windows, which made them feel a bit closed off, and I wish the breakfast options were more varied.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were comfortable, but the walled-up windows made them feel a bit dark.
Service
9.0
The owner was also the receptionist and was very accommodating throughout my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel is perfectly located near all the main tourist spots of Istanbul, making it a great base for exploring.
Dining
6.0
Breakfast was included, which was a plus, but I found it to be somewhat limited.
Facilities
7.0
While the facilities were decent, I didn't find them particularly luxurious or extensive.
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