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Genius Hotel Istanbul

Family-friendly hotel with restaurant, near Hagia Sophia

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Street view
Daily continental breakfast (EUR 15 per person)
82-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Shower, free toiletries, bathrobes, slippers
Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout drapes
In the heart of Istanbul, Genius Hotel Istanbul is a family-friendly haven near Hagia Sophia. Enjoy a coffee at the cafe, unwind with dry cleaning services, and savor dinner at the restaurant or drinks at the bar. Connect to in-room WiFi and plan your day with tour/ticket assistance while taking advantage of bike rentals for exploring nearby Topkapi Palace.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • In-room childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $89
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22

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Economy Room (Basement) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout drapes

Economy Room (Basement)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout drapes

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout drapes

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton linens
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Kutlugün Sokak, No.9, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Blue Mosque - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Galata Tower - 9 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 56 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 65 min drive
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 3 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 11 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 22 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 8 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 9 min walk
  • Cemberlitas Station - 12 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Seven Hills Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Sebil - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Shadow Bar Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Terrace Four Seasons Hotel Sultanahmet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Seafront Lounge - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Genius Hotel Istanbul

Genius Hotel Istanbul offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Sultanahmet Square and Basilica Cistern are within just a 10-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sultanahmet Station is 8 minutes and Gulhane Station is 9 minutes.

Languages

English, Russian, Turkish
VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
    • Contactless check-in 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
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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

    • Babysitting*

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (EUR 15 per day)

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Bed rails

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1990
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 82-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • LED light bulbs
  • Mobile key entry
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs EUR 15 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1169

Also known as

Nar Sultan
Nar Sultan Hotel
Genius Hotel Istanbul Hotel
Genius Hotel Istanbul Istanbul
Genius Hotel Istanbul Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Does Genius Hotel Istanbul offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Genius Hotel Istanbul 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 Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 15 per day.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 60 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Genius Hotel Istanbul?

You can check in starting at 2 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Genius Hotel Istanbul and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.

Are there restaurants at or near Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Genius Hotel Istanbul like?

Genius Hotel Istanbul is in Sultanahmet, a short 8-minute walk from Sultanahmet Station and 3 minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia.

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Genius Hotel Istanbul Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and staff were very friendly and helpful. Would recommend to this hotel
Jacinta, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, nuce service. Extremely Close to all historical places.
Javier, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I recommend this hotel to anyone want to spend time in istanbul .the service is very good 👍. The staffs are the best .i really appreciate your service .if i want to visit istanbul again i will go to this hotel again
Mahabbat, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place is really convenient for the main sightseeing spots and walkable. The staff are so kind and helpful also. You will have a great time!
Kanun, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were helpful and friendly. The location is nice. Very close to Hagia Sofia, Topkapi palace and tons of restaurants
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel was very clean and very nice area to stay in. Everything was nearby food places and shopping. The hotel staff were very friendly and provided us with everything required
Saila, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was perfect and the room was great, had a very comfortable bed and pillows. Staff was nice and helpful. I highly recommend.
Christopher, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel for family, very clean and felt safe. I would recommend this hotel
Hatice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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Ahmet, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room is in the basement and is very small with space for a double bed and a small closet, good for just one person.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a family run hotel and the owners and staff are absolutely wonderful to interact with. Amine checked us in and we felt right at home. Paro and Ali were always available to assist and share recommendations. The hotel is walking distance to Topkapi, Aya Sofia and Blue Mosque along plenty of restaurants. We were really happy with our stay and look forward to returning again
Muhammad I, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was in good location the stuff so friendly specially the overnight I forgot he’s name they offer to keep the luggage after the check out time and for the c/i I checked in with no charge I recommend it
salah, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

V. Good
RAID, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A Must Stay!
I have stayed here multiple times and I absolutely recommend this place for you and your family. The staff here are the most hospitable and sweetest people you will meet that will go out of their way to make you feel at home and help you whenever you need. Very personable people and great clean nice rooms that is located walking distance to Hagia Sophia and other popular spots. A must stay!
Amna, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location is the best!!! Excellent staff!!! We had some issues with reservation at the beginning due to technical error but the manager solved everything within minutes. I definitely recommend this place.
Olga, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best stay location at sultan Ahmed
Stay was safe and comfortable. The staff hospitality was excellent, taking extra efforts to ensure all are needs were taken care. Hotel is at prime location, with less than 5 min walk to hagia Sofia and many eateries around. Rooms were clean and spacious. They also had their sweet shop which offered us discounts, for take aways.
Mehul Abhay, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I’m telling you right now, there is NO better hotel to stay at in your trip to Istanbul! One: it is extremely convenient as it’s a 4 minute walk to the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Two: the staff was truly amazing! Always asking me if I needed anything, going out of their way to make sure all my needs are met. I even needed some souvenirs shipped back home and as it is a family run business, the owners cousin offered to ship my things back home for a GREAT price! Truly a great group of people that really make you feel at home. Thank you again! Will definitely be staying here again next time I come to Istanbul!
Nicholas, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Genius hotel Istanbul
Hospitality, price, service, assistance with transportation logistic and booking was superb. It is not 5 star hotel, but very friendly and I felt like I was staying with my friends. It is what I value the most.
Larisa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice
Mustafa, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, walkable distance to main attractions and public transport. The staff are very helpful and friendly.5 star for the customer service.helped us to get a local SIM and also booked few tours for us. Very clean and reasonably spacious room. Lots of restaurants near by, and taxi rank with in a minute walk, about 800lira to Istanbul airport. Thank you guys, you all awesome and made our stay very comfortable
manisankar, 6-night trip

6/10 Good

Okay room, pushy host
Hotel is okay for this class, but the host was terrible. Very pushy people and keep on trying to sell me bs services. When I arrived the room wasn't clean but the cleaner did some work and fixed it.
Ruiqian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excelent Hotel and service with a good price
The hotel is in a great location. Next to the walls of Topkapi palace. You can walk to Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet in 2 minutes. We called 5 minutes before we arrived at the hotel. Mr. Emin met us on the road. He arranged parking for us. The whole team was very professional and helpful. They offered us coffee at the entrance to the hotel. The rooms were spotlessly clean. Our room had a sea view. And the price was very reasonable. It was a great experience.
ali selim, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean but need to update their fridges.
Elma, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Dirty, limited space isn’t that they show in pictures
Jose Enrique Azalde, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

AC was not working. Could not sleep because of the heat. Repair cannot be done because of the holiday which is not an excuse.
Irenre, 4-night trip