Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet
Tevkifhane Sokak, No: 1 Sultanahmet, Istanbul 34122 Türkiye
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#92 of 2,632 hotels in Istanbul
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4.9
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4.9
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4.9
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4.4
Travelers' Choice
Finding an ideal romantic hotel in Istanbul does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet, a nice option for travelers like you.
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet is a romantic hotel offering a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a minibar in the rooms, and it is easy to stay connected during your stay as free internet access is offered to guests.
The hotel features a concierge, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Plus, guests can enjoy a fitness center and free breakfast, which have made this a popular choice among travelers visiting Istanbul.
Given the close proximity of popular landmarks, such as Suleymaniye Mosque (1.1 mi) and Galata Tower (1.4 mi), guests of Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet can easily experience some of Istanbul's most well known attractions.
If you’re looking for something to do, Topkapi Palace (0.4 mi), Blue Mosque (0.2 mi), and Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya) (0.1 mi) are a nice way to spend some time, and they are all within walking distance of Istanbul Four Seasons.
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet puts the best of Istanbul at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
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Property amenities
Valet parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Kids stay free
Babysitting
Taxi service
Meeting rooms
Fitness / spa locker rooms
Sauna
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast in the room
Kids' meals
Outdoor dining area
Wine / champagne
Highchairs available
Strollers
Spa
Facial treatments
Full body massage
Hammam
Manicure
Massage
Pedicure
Salon
Steam room
Rooftop terrace
24-hour security
Concierge
Newspaper
Non-smoking hotel
ATM on site
Doorperson
First aid kit
Umbrella
24-hour check-in
24-hour front desk
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Dry cleaning
Laundry service
Ironing service
Shoeshine
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Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Air conditioning
Housekeeping
Minibar
Cable / satellite TV
Sofa bed
Bidet
Interconnected rooms available
Room service
Safe
Seating area
Sofa
Telephone
Wardrobe / closet
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Iron
Private bathrooms
Wake-up service / alarm clock
iPod docking station
Walk-in shower
Whirlpool bathtub
Hair dryer
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City view
Non-smoking rooms
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English, French, Russian, Spanish and 2 more
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this Hotel is a stunningly renovated old prison close to the hot spot of Istanbul-Hagia Sophia or blue mosque-just a few steps away. The rooms are generously big and there is nothing missing in the bath- materials of splendid marble.In the court a restaurant Avlu with great turkish specialties with a beautyful garden.The staff is extremely helpfull and polite. Just the beds were too high for average seniors to climb in.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Fresh flowers decorate the gracefully renovated rooms of the Four Seasons Sultanahmet where one feels a part of the elegant history of Istanbul. Only a block away from the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, the hotel provides a tranquil haven at the heart of the historic city, and the restaurant Avlu, centered in the terrace, serves a decadent introduction to Anatolian cuisine. All of the credit for our spectacular trip to Istanbul goes directly to the staff of the Four Seasons Sultanahmet. Even before our travels began, the concierge team (including Sabuhi and Derya) worked with us to plan airport transfers, dinner reservations, sightseeing tours, and a private Bosphorus cruise. Our tour guide, Recep “Reggie” Aydin (booked through the concierge) brought the history and culture of the city alive through his intellect, knowledge, and passion. From the lovely Ecrin who welcomed us to breakfast each morning to the chef of Avlu who came out of the kitchen to tell us about his Grandmother’s duck recipe, every member of staff made us feel like we were at a home away from home. We cannot wait to return.…
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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This is the hardest review, why?, because i stayed there for three nights and was trying to find something to fault the hotel but found nothing! This was a perfect stay! I arrived at the hotel around midnight and wanted to have a drink on the terrace bar overlooking Hagia Sofia, but the bar was closed, no problem, the receptionist immediately opened the area, set up a table and was able to enjoy my drink overlooking the magnificent Hagia Sofia( it couldn't be closer). Everything about the hotel is perfectly balanced, nothing is overstated and nothing is understated. The hotel is spotless, not only the rooms but every area, cleanliness is at another level. The room was big with a big bathroom, and the bed linen was so fresh and soft. The restaurant in the courtyard is again perfect , offering a perfect breakfast, you would never know are in a big buzzing city. Finally the staff. Amazing! They are always around but not in a way that you feel that someone is always watching you, very polite but not overly in a way that makes you feel awkward. …
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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After spending a night in a Bosporus suite in the palace wing of the Ciragan Palace, it would be very hard for this property to top that experience. When I checked in though, I thought that $2,000 a night should get me more than the Premiere level room that was overlooking a construction site and was small and dark. I was told that the Amex Platinum upgrade of one category was not available but that for 400 Euro I could upgrade to a brighter and somewhat larger Executive Suite, so of course I did. But I was pretty upset that I was being forced into this upsell at only a 200 Euro discount off the rack rate. I was hoping as a repeat Four Seasons customer to get better; ultimately a manager gave me another 200 Euro discount which made me feel a whole lot better. Anyway, this hotel is built around a pretty courtyard and there is a terrace on the rooftop with views from the sea to the courtyard to some partial views of nearby historical sites such as the Hagia Sophia. I'm not sure the hotel's $8,000 a night suite with a view of the Hagia Sophia would be worth it, especially since before covid it was about $3,000 a night. At this property you get people who speak and understand English instead of speak English but actually have no idea of what you are talking about and go on about lunch when you ask about a hotel lounge. Food emphasizes quality over quantity and whatever I had for dinner and breakfast was very good. You could ask for whatever was not on the breakfast buffet such as smoked salmon and avocado. It was quiet at night and the area around the hotel felt safe. You can walk with your shopping from the grand bazaar and it is 2 minutes to a big square with the two big mosques (Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia). An overnight stay is useful because you are in the theme park in a sense with the sites all lit up and it is easy to walk in and see them during the evening (but the Hagia Sophia is dark inside especially at night). There is also a pretty city Gulhane park about 10 minutes walk away. There is a tram line but the subway is pretty far away. There is a spa in the basement and there is a decent steam room and a bathing suit dryer to dry your wet shorts. Only thing that is a minus here is the gym is really small and barely adequate; hard to believe that until a year ago there was no gym here at all. Use the hotel's VIP service to get to the airport and through it on departure or arrival. You don't want to be trying to figure out how to get a taxi or private transfer in this part of town with its restricted streets and expect to spend the first 10-15 minutes of your ride getting out of this part of town.It is 15-20 minutes further to the airport from here than from their sister property on the Bosporus. I transferred here from the Ciragan Palace and the Four Seasons Bosporus is just 2 doors away. They have a shuttle between the properties that runs several times a day. I left my suitcase with them and spent the day touring and then ended my tour at the Sultanahmet property. It saved me about 90 minutes of going back and forth just to move my suitcase around. This hotel is expanding and in another 2 years or so will double its size. If I had to choose, I would definitely stay along the Bosporus to base myself in Istanbul. I considered the Four Seasons Bosporus as well, but stayed at the Ciragan Palace because the Ciragan Palace had better accommodation options at a more sensible price, especially if you are with a family and want a seaview suite plus a connecting double room for 2 kids. Against the Sultanahmet property, the Ciragan also offered better facilities (ie: more and better food options, much better gym, pools), but one night at the Sultanahmet property gives you another side of Istanbul from the inside. If you don't mind the transfer, you should do that. But take a decent room because the smaller rooms are going to be disappointing after being along the Bosporus. And I'd be bored stiff here after a night. One thing for Four Seasons to consider: Their loyalty program is opaque to its customers who don't know where they stand with the program. I feel when I go there that I have no idea if Four Seasons values me as a customer on my own if I am not there with Amex FHR or Virtuoso amenities. It turns out that on this stay someone made me feel appreciated but that's after I complained about what I felt was a forced upsell that was just below the rack rate for that upgrade. That said, I still prefer Four Seasons to the other US major chains such as Ritz Carlton because they treat their guests well and run good properties.…
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Spent 3 nights at the Four Season Sultanahmet and it was AMAZING! Facility and location are the best in "old town" and while it's not inexpensive, the service and overall experience is well worth the effort. Staff literally felt like family without being overt in their efforts to take good care of you while staying. Do yourself a favor and stay here and enjoy a beverage on the roof in the afternoon and take in the beauty of Istanbul. Concierge and walkability of the area is also a "10" and overall highly recommend.
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Although unfortunately we did not stay at this truly lovely hotel, a former prison converted into a luxury hotel, we went for coffee and got a lovely tour. Busra, the in house guide “story teller “ took us on a tour of the hotel and she was wonderful . We learned so much from this intelligent young lady about the hotel history. She studied architecture in University, including in Italy and is an incredible asset to the Four Seasons and we like to commend her .
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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I stayed here for a few days in Istanbul during my honeymoon and we loved this hotel! They absolutely spoiled us rotten with a beautiful floral arrangement, tons of snacks and personalized notes and cute honeymoon bedding. The staff are stellar here, learning your name and offering to do anything to make your stay better. They shipped some large items home for us with no issues, walked us to nearby hotels so we didn't get lost, and made reservations for us at the nearby Sultan Turkish baths. Food here is wonderful and the location in the old city can't be beat. We were lucky enough to stay just after a large renovation was completed and they had just reopened in summer of 2022. Breakfast is sumptuous and filling out in their private garden and the hotel is located in an old historic prison. Enjoy the stay - it's top notch! …
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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A wonderful quiet hotel in the perfect location with the best staff. Our room overlooking the beautiful courtyard was stunning. The service was personal and exemplary. The concierge extremely helpful. The food and drink all fabulous. The hotel is faultless and what I expect from a Four Seasons.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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The best place to be in Istanbul if you want to be close to everything in Sultanahmet. We had the Deluxe room that showcased an incredible view of the Hagia Sophia from our balcony (we were on 4th floor, Rm 420) Within steps of Sultan Ahmed Mosque (Blue Mosque but our guide told us no Turks call it the Blue Mosque), Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar, all the big name places you come to Istanbul to see. The service is what you would expect from the Four Seasons...5-star all the way. Derya, at the concierge desk, is a gem to the organization. She took care of some rescheduling for us while we were out and about and messaged my husband with all the new details. From the moment you step through the front doors to when they close the door of your taxi on departure, you are home; and then you silently cry inside because you had to leave. Aqua Restaurant over in their Bosphorus property was a lovely seafood dinner overlooking the Bosphorus. I liked having dinner there but wouldn't stay there. Not close to any of the sites and it's a bit of a taxi ride if there's a lot of traffic. If we find ourselves in Istanbul again, we would only stay at Four Seasons Sultanahmet.…
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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It was a great experience and the place is where you want to stay. The staff and services are top notch. Food is great and the ambience is beautiful. All the places you want to see is walking distance. Shops and restaurants are all around the place. We will be back in this place soon.
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Date of stay: April 2023
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PRICE RANGE
$1,024 - $1,190 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet
Which popular attractions are close to Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet?
Nearby attractions include Sultanahmet District (0.2 miles), Hagia Sophia Mosque (0.1 miles), and Basilica Cistern (0.2 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
Which room amenities are available at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a bidet.
What food & drink options are available at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet?
Yes, valet parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet?
Conveniently located restaurants include Massa Bistro, The ottomans kitchen cafe restaurant, and Siva Oyster Fish Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet?
Yes, guests have access to a fitness center, a sauna, and locker rooms available in the fitness center during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, Russian, Turkish, and Lithuanian.
Are there any historical sites close to Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Hagia Sophia Mosque (0.1 miles), Basilica Cistern (0.2 miles), and Historic Areas of Istanbul (0.1 miles).
Does Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the city view available here.