My husband and I stayed with our 8 mth old son for 7 nights. The staff were very friendly and always willing to help, we felt very well looked after. As we weren't comfortable travelling on public transport without a baby seat we wanted to be central to most of the tourist sites enabling us to walk. Hotel Sapphire is... more

Stayed for three nights in this lovely & excellent hotel in April 2008.This beautiful hotel is located only five minutes away from all the historical places (like Topkapi Palace,Hagia Sophia,amazing Blue Mosque and many others). The room was spacious,clean and very comfortable,very vell presented with quality interiors and with all the useful facilities as well.I must also point out that... more

Just returned from Hotel Sapphire. Booked online so not sure what to expect. Delighted. Location was superb. In a quiet cobbled pedestrianised street about 2 mins from trams, (giving access to other side of the Golden Horn). 5 minutes from Topkapi, Blue Mosque and Ayasophia on foot. Only 5 mins or so walk from spice bazaar. Comfortable and pleasantly appointed.... more

I had a very nice stay in Sapphire hotel in Istanbul, and I can recommand it to every travellers. The quality rate is excellent. To my mind the rooms are a little bit to small, but they are comfortable and equiped with all the european standards. The breakfast is really good and offers variety. I have to add that the... more

Sapphire Hotel is situated in the European side of Istanbul. It is in walking distance from the main sightseeing attractions such as Hagia Sofia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar. Those who desire to explore the Asian part can take the tram (stops nearby) and get back to the hotel easily even late at night. The staff is very friendly... more

The hotel is very well situated (close to Aya Sophia,Blue Mosque, Egiptean Bazar - 10 minutes to each of them). The staff is very friendly (mr. Harun is a very good example), the food is good. The rooms are clean and well-equipped. It's a good choice if you want a very good value(services) for the money you pay. more

This hotel is one of several located between the major tourist attractions and the waters edge. everything you ever wanted to do is only minutes away by foot. The hotel had friendly staff and spoke english well. The rooms were clean and all basic ammenities provided. Shower cable was a bit short for tall persons and perhaps shower attachment could... more

The Sapphire is an excellent hotel. It is situated in a small back street in a great location for the main sites and next to other hotels and restaurants. The rooms are well decorated but without many extras (mini bar but no tea making facilities). Good shower and bathroom. Very friendly staff and a huge choice for breakfast, you really... more

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