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The Local

Travelers immerse in Istanbul's historic atmosphere at this peaceful retreat where comfort meets authentic Turkish hospitality

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The Local captures Istanbul's essence with genuine hospitality. Guests enjoy a daily breakfast buffet, reliable WiFi, a quiet garden for relaxation, and a cozy library. Visitors consistently praise their experience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Economy Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Balcony

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sea view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
Hair dryer
  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory | Premium bedding, desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sea view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Exclusive Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Sultanahmet, a neighborhood in Istanbul, The Local is near a metro station and by the sea. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern. Grand Bazaar and Süleymaniye Mosque are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
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Cankurtaran Mah. Ahirkapi Cad. No:25, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, a mosque and religious elements
    Blue Mosque
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Scenic fountain at the Sultanahmet Square and the Hagia Sophia
    Sultanahmet Square
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hagia Sophia
    Hagia Sophia
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Basilica Cistern, Istanbul, Turkey
    Basilica Cistern
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Grand Bazaar
    Grand Bazaar
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station
    5 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station
    9 min walk
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)
    55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sur Balık
    8 min walk
  • Akbıyık Fish House
    3 min walk
  • Turgut Pide Kebap
    2 min walk
  • Balıkçı Sabahattin
    3 min walk
  • Dubb Ethnic Restaurant
    2 min walk

About this property

The Local

Hotel near Hagia Sophia
Located close to Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern, The Local provides a free breakfast buffet, a garden, and a library. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A TV in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and concierge services
Room features
All guestrooms at The Local feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Hydromassage showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 90-cm LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 90-cm LED TV with satellite channels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
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 2022-34-0958

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

The Local Hotel
The Local Istanbul
The Local Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is The Local pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Local?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Local?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is The Local located?

Located in Sultanahmet, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Basilica Cistern. Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace are also within 1 mi (2 km). Istanbul Cankurtaran Station is only a 5-minute walk and Sultanahmet Station is 9 minutes.

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Reviews

The Local Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The people running the local were outstanding in every way
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Live like a local! It was great. Nice house, very nice hosts. Room was cozy and comfy. Beautiful view to the sea and over the City. And everything you want to see or experience is very close. You only have to walk a few minutes. We can highly recommend The Local!!! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice. But the sheets were stained— looks like shoe prints (but appeared to be freshly washed), the bathroom smelled of old pipes and there’s a window between the bathroom and the room so no privacy. The bathroom floor and the terrace were SO slippery when wet. The stairs leading into the room were narrow & uneven. Not a bad view from the room though and breakfast (in another building a block and a half away) was the highlight on a beautiful, quaint veranda. I did appreciate the centralized location while just enough away from the crowds, but be cautious walking on the narrow cobbled roads as cars don’t slow down for pedestrians. Id stay again cuz of the location, price, & breakfast, but just lower my expectations the next time. Its practical and does the job, though certainly not a romantic getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mathew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay. Staff was friendly as well as fellow visitors.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
"The Local" is a beautiful and cozy guesthouse near all the beautiful sites in Istanbul! We walked to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia in a few minutes and also other things like the grand bazar aren't much further. Even though we only stayed one night we had a great time!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location and close to everything you want to see in Istanbul. It’s definitely a budget hostel and the rooms reflect that but the free breakfast was good plenty full and the area was safe. Staff were very friendly and the Roman were comfortable if not a little rough around the edges. Would recommend for a budget stay for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the coolest hostel. Seaview dorm room with balcony is fantastic. Centrally located still on a quite neighborhood. free wi-fi and abundant breakfast spread. Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La terrasse le matin pour le petit déjeuner est tellement agréable Literie excellente Juste un problème d odeur désagréable de refoulement syphon salle de bain
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Sehr schöne kleine Unterkunft in top lage. Super freundlich und hilfsbereiter inhaber.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time! Thanks for everything :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Nadir, Paris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Une équipe sympathique et à l'ecoute des clients. Tout est fait pour que nous nous sentions à l'aise. Le seul bémol est la faible insonorisation : on entend monter/descendre les escaliers, nous etions à coté de la porte d'entrée donc la porte claquait régulièrement ce qui nous dérangeait.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

4/10 Poor

mohammad

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Miss your comfortable

The hotel very old and many things you can't find it. But the located is very nice
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019