Located close to Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class provides a free breakfast buffet, a grocery/convenience store, and a free daily manager's reception. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a terrace and an art gallery on site.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Business services
Laundry
Room service
The current price is NT$3,320
NT$3,320
NT$3,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
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Located in Sultanahmet, a neighborhood in Istanbul, Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class is near the airport and near a boardwalk/promenade. Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grand Bazaar and Egyptian Bazaar. Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are two other places to visit that come recommended. Motor boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
Küçük Ayasofya Mahallesi Demirci Resit, Sokak No: 28 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400
What's nearby
Sultanahmet Square
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Blue Mosque
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Hagia Sophia
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Grand Bazaar
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Little Hagia Sophia
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Getting around
Cemberlitas Station
8 min walk
Istanbul Kumkapi Station
11 min walk
Istanbul Airport (IST)
47 min drive
Restaurants
Art Cafe
2 min walk
Seatanbul Cafe & Restaurant
4 min walk
Evin Unlu Mamulleri
4 min walk
Buhara 93
3 min walk
Arch Bistro
2 min walk
About this property
Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class
Family-friendly hotel located near Blue Mosque with rooms renovated in 2025
Located close to Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar, Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class provides a free breakfast buffet, a grocery/convenience store, and a free daily manager's reception. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with a terrace and an art gallery on site.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
Limo/town car service, access to a nearby health club, and express check-out
Express check-in, supervised childcare (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
A TV in the lobby, a banquet hall, and a water dispenser
Room features
All guestrooms at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Reusable coffee/tea filters, recycling, and LED light bulbs
Eco-friendly toiletries, showers, and hair dryers
40-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, composting, and eco-friendly cleaning products
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In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per day); discounts available
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 15 km
Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Limo/town car service
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Free daily manager's reception
Tea service
Things to do
Art gallery
Bicycle storage
Designer stores
Farming classes
Library
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Grocery/convenience store
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Grocery/convenience store
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Water dispenser
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Dock
In a nature reserve
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
5 steps to reach entrance
Area rugs in public areas
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Doorbell and phone notification
Hand-held showerhead
Hardwood flooring in room
Smooth flooring in room
Transfer shower
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual doorbell notification
Visual fire alarm
Well-lit path to entrance
More
1 building
3 floors
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
At least 80% organic food
Banquet hall
Communal living room
Comprehensive food waste policy
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Fireplace in lobby
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally sourced food prioritized
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
Non-plastic drinking straws available
Reception hall
Renovated guestrooms - January 2025
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoking not allowed
Some LED lighting used
Traditional architecture
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Egyptian cotton sheets
Select Comfort mattress
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
40-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Meal delivery service
Minibar
Restaurant dining guides
More
Air conditioning
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Composting
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electrical adapters
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Phone
Recycling
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Window screens
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 75 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per day (492 ft away)
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 6491
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class?
As of 2026/8/18, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class on 2026/8/20 start from NT$3,320, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class?
Check-in begins at 2 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Does Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 75 per vehicle applies.
Where is Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class located?
This family-friendly Istanbul hotel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Grand Bazaar. Topkapi Palace and Egyptian Bazaar are also within 1 mi (2 km). Cemberlitas Station is 8 minutes by foot and Sultanahmet Station is 8 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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