Kucukayasofya Mah., Sehit Mehmet Pasa yokusu, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122
What's nearby
Sultanahmet Square - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
Blue Mosque - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Basilica Cistern - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Hagia Sophia - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Grand Bazaar - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Istanbul Airport (IST) - 33 min drive
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 58 min drive
Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 12 min walk
Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 14 min walk
Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 16 min walk
Cemberlitas Station - 7 min walk
Sultanahmet Station - 7 min walk
Beyazit Station - 11 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Train station drop-off (surcharge)
Train station pick-up (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Three Partners Cafe & Restaurant - 2 min walk
Arch Bistro - 2 min walk
Warung Ibu Deden - 3 min walk
Ziya Baba Restaurant - 2 min walk
My Terrace - 1 min walk
About this property
Arena Hotel - Special Class
Arena Hotel - Special Class puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, or aromatherapy, and Delight Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Cemberlitas Station is 7 minutes and Sultanahmet Station is 7 minutes.
Languages
English, Russian, Turkish
At a glance
Hotel size
40 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (TRY 150 per day)
Onsite parking limited
Offsite parking nearby (TRY 150 per day; reservations required)
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Train station shuttle*
Cruise terminal shuttle*
Ferry terminal shuttle*
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Beach shuttle*
Shopping center shuttle*
Theme park shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1995
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Library
Full-service spa
Banquet hall
Traditional architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Electric kettle
Slippers
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Select Comfort mattress
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Local maps
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.
Dining
Delight Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Delight Restaurant & Bar - Onsite pub. Open select days.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TRY 1400 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
Cruise ship terminal shuttle, ferry terminal shuttle, and train station pick-up service is offered for an extra charge
Area shuttle service to the beach, shopping center, and theme park is offered for an extra charge
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Parking
Self parking costs TRY 150 per day
Parking is available nearby and costs TRY 150 per day (49 ft away)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Property Registration Number 8146
Also known as
Arena Hotel Special Class
Arena Hotel Special Class Istanbul
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Arena Hotel - Special Class Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does Arena Hotel - Special Class offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Arena Hotel - Special Class does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Arena Hotel - Special Class?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Arena Hotel - Special Class?
Yes. Self parking costs TRY 150 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Arena Hotel - Special Class?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TRY 1400 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Arena Hotel - Special Class?
You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Arena Hotel - Special Class and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a Turkish bath and spa services. Arena Hotel - Special Class also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Arena Hotel - Special Class?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Delight Restaurant.
What's the area around Arena Hotel - Special Class like?
Arena Hotel - Special Class is in Sultanahmet, a short 7-minute walk from Cemberlitas Station and 7 minutes' walk from Blue Mosque.
Arena Hotel - Special Class Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2024
Great place to stay
It’s in convenient location.
Room was spotless and comfortable.
Very quiet. Breakfast was good including for some North American travellers such as eggs and sausages.
Naomi
Naomi, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
lovely hotel
very friendly staff, great location, perfect breakfast. Safe and peace place. we would like go back again.
Wenjing
Wenjing, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Oct 22, 2024
Not as per photos
It as very disappointed to see that the room and common areas are not at all the same as shown in the pictures shared in hotels.com.
Breakfast is not great quality and do have some varieties.
The staff are fine and polite.
Overall the building is old and shabby.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2024
Dave
Dave, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 12, 2024
The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Humera
Humera, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 11, 2024
Staff is very friendly. Rooms are ok and hotel is located walking distance from everything. But there were alot of constructions nearby. It was veri difficult to get uber.
Muhammad
Muhammad, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 6, 2024
Friendly staff and great environments with surroundings!
Altan
Altan, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2024
Good property
Vishal
Vishal, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jul 16, 2024
Abdelilah
Abdelilah, 8-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Breakfast and cleanliness were superb. The are is convenient but not recommended if you have knee problems otherwise the staff is amazing
Eugenia
Eugenia, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2024
Excellent
Awesome hotel, extremely friendly staff and very safe. Close to everything. We love it and will go back.
Verified traveler
10-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2024
Qazi Sadeq ur
Qazi Sadeq ur, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2024
Great staff, delicious breakfast with a wide selection of items.
Anita
Anita, 11-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2024
ZHANNA
ZHANNA, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 8, 2024
It was great
Michael
Michael, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 20, 2023
Arzu
Arzu, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Nov 14, 2023
Good at all
Mohammad Nour
Mohammad Nour, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2023
Excellent hotel
Excellent hotel in historical place
Marina
Marina, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 12, 2023
Good location but needs a little bit of TLC
The room was just as shown in the photos - quite large but with a lot of furniture.
The bed was pretty comfortable but the doona/duvet was too small for the bed, which was strange.
The night manager, Suat, was lovely but the day manager was really grumpy and we felt we were really putting him out.
The buffet breakfast was huge and there was so much traditional food on offer.
The two gentlemen who ran the buffet were very sweet too.
The cost of getting a car from the hotel to the airport was really high, and oddly, had to be paid to the desk manager in cash, so we opted to get our own taxi instead. And saved a lot of money.
The hotel has obviously been in the same family for many years and that is commendable, and it’s in a great location but it is looking a bit tired I think.
David
David, 2-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2023
GAIL
GAIL, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2023
The hotel is very close to all the main attractions in the old city/sultanahmet area. 10 minutes or less walk to Ayasofia, Blue Mosque, Tokapi Palace and others.
The staff was very helpful and friendly. If you have any questions or need anything, they were eager to help. The location and facilities were excellent.
Rooms were clean and well serviced.
Hyun-June
Hyun-June, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2023
Good area. Staff was friendly. Close to many great sites.
Martin
Martin, 10-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2023
Do not hesitate to book this hotel if you visiting Istanbul to explore the history of this place! Management and staff - excellent service! Wishing them all the best and hope to return back one day again! See you Istanbul and your wonderful people! Thank you for everything 🙏
Youliana
Youliana, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 26, 2023
Perfect
Ali
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 24, 2023
Everyone there is so helpful and attentive, the rooms are besutiful, and its only a 10 minute walk in one direction to the Arasta Bazaar and maybe 15 to the Grand Bazaar with shopping and dining opportunities along the way.