Premium Quadruple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
Bed & Breakfast · Istanbul · Istanbul Province
Elisa Hotel
A 3-star bed & breakfast in Istanbul's historic old city, a short walk from Topkapi Palace and the sights of Sultanahmet.
- 11-minute walk to Topkapi Palace
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- 24-hour reception
7.1
Very good
294 reviews
Booking.com 7.1 · 294 reviews
About
Elisa Hotel
Elisa Hotel is a 3-star bed & breakfast in the heart of Istanbul's Old City, on a quiet street off Kuecuek Ayasofya. The location puts you within an 11-minute walk of Topkapi Palace and the area's main sightseeing spots, with a bus stop about 200 metres away.
The hotel keeps things straightforward: free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour reception with currency exchange and tour assistance, and a range of paid extras like airport shuttle, valet parking, and car hire. The guest rooms are practical — doubles come with a king-size or double bed, and there are triple and quadruple options for groups or families.
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Prime Old City location — An 11-minute walk to Topkapi Palace, with the main sights of Sultanahmet nearby. Guests also note a bus stop roughly 200 metres away for getting around.
- Clean, spacious rooms — Guests repeatedly describe the hotel as spotless and the rooms as light, comfortable, and roomy, with practical extras like mini-bars, dining areas, and sitting areas.
- Friendly, helpful staff — Reviewers consistently praise the staff for being amiable, accommodating, and always ready to help — from check-in to local tips.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Rooms score lower than staff or location — The guest rating for rooms is 6.8 out of 10, the lowest alongside service — suggesting comfort and facilities may feel dated or basic compared to the strong location and service.
- Value for money is average — The value rating of 6.7 points to mixed feelings about what you get for the price — while some guests praise good value, others may feel the room quality doesn't fully match the rate.
- Limited views from some rooms — At least one guest mentioned a balcony with only a limited view of the Bosphorus — so don't expect sweeping water views from every room.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Classic Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
Double Room
- 1 King-size bed,1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi in public areas
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Safe deposit box
- Soundproofed rooms
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
- Coffee shop
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
Services
- 24-hour reception
- Currency exchange
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Car hire
Parking & Transport
- Parking
- Valet parking
- Paid airport shuttle
Wellness & Leisure
- Turkish bath
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Open-air bath
- Public Bath
Activities
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Wind surfing
- Live entertainment
- Night club
For Families
- Cots
- Children's buffet
Business & Events
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 7.1/10 from 294 reviews
Booking.com · 7.1 · 294 reviews
7.1Verified guest“Great spot, close to both the airport and the main sights. The staff were warm and welcoming. The room was comfortable and modern, with a mini-bar, sofa bed, and central heating. The bathroom was well equipped, with a bathtub.”
7.1Verified guest“We stayed in the triple room, which had a mini-bar, a sofa bed, and central heating.”
7.1Verified guest“Really liked the location, and the place is spotless. The rooms were roomy and had everything we needed — multi-channel TV, a dining area, and a sitting area. The bus stop was about 200 metres away.”
7.1Verified guest“Our triple room was really cozy, with a mini-bar, a sofa bed, and central heating.”
7.1Verified guest“Very clean, friendly staff, and a fantastic location close to the main sights and public transport.”
7.1Verified guest“the double room is spacious and includes a multi-channel TV, a dining area, and a sitting area, and the bathroom has a bidet.”
04 — Location
Getting around Istanbul
The property sits in Istanbul.
Old City & Sultanahmet: The hotel sits in the heart of the Old City, close to the main sightseeing spots. Topkapi Palace is an 11-minute walk away, and the area's other historic landmarks are within easy reach on foot.
Getting around: A bus stop is roughly 200 metres from the hotel, making it easy to connect to other parts of Istanbul. For airport transfers, the hotel offers a paid shuttle service.
Kuecuek Ayasofya Mahallesi Gelinlik Sokak No:10, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, Türkiye
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 12:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00-12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Allowed
- Property
- 11 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:59, and check-out is from 11:00 to 12:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel offers parking, and valet parking is also listed as an amenity.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed at Elisa Hotel, and pet amenities are available on site.
Does the hotel provide airport transfers?
Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available for guests.
Is there a restaurant on site?
The hotel has a restaurant and offers dinner, as well as special diet menus and a coffee shop.
What room types are available?
Elisa Hotel has Premium Quadruple Rooms (for 4 guests), Classic Triple Rooms (for 3 guests), and Double Rooms with either a king-size or a double bed.
The bottom line
Elisa Hotel earns its keep as a practical, well-located base for exploring Istanbul's Old City. It's not a luxury stay — rooms score modestly and value is average — but the combination of a superb position, clean accommodation, and genuinely helpful staff makes it a solid pick for sightseeing-focused travellers.
7.1Best for: travellers who prioritise location and a friendly, no-fuss stay over high-end rooms.
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