The Empress Theodora Hotel

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Excellent location!

9.6

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About this property

In the heart of Sultanahmet, the Empress Theodora Hotel features a rooftop restaurant with views of Sultan Zeynep Mosque. It is opposite a tram stop, and provides free Wi-Fi access. The Empress provides spacious rooms equipped with an LCD TV and satellite channels. All rooms have en suite bathrooms with tiled floors and over-sized showers. A safety deposit box in each room is standard. In the morning, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast on the terrace indoors and outdoors offering a beautiful view. Hotel Empress Theodora is within walking distance of many of the historic attractions, including Topkapi Palace and the Archaeological Museum. The hotel has a 24-hour reception and a concierge service. Empress Theodora Hotel is 17 km from Istanbul International Airport. A shuttle service is available upon request. Istanbul Airport is within 53 km.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Free cot always available

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Situated in the real heart of Istanbul, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.6

  • Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Breakfast info

Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Buffet

Rooms with:

  • Garden view

  • City view

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Economy Double Room without Window
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
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Breakfast included in the price
  • 1 double bed
US$669 for 3 nights
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Standard Room
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  • 1 double bed
US$973 for 3 nights
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Economy Double Room without Window
  • 1 double bed
172 feet²
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Slippers
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Heating
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Electric kettle
  • Cable channels
  • Wake-up service
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$223 per night
Price US$669
Excluded: 10 % VAT, 2 % government tax
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
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Standard Room
  • 1 double bed
183 feet²
Garden view
City view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$324 per night
Price US$973
Excluded: 10 % VAT, 2 % government tax
  • Very good breakfast included
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Milan
    Serbia Serbia
    “Vacinity to all the major tour attractions in old part of town, cozy room, great staff and nice breakfast”
  • Domenico
    Italy Italy
    “Good rooms, very nice people that work there and very good position.”
  • Saika
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “I Came Here With My Daughter For A Birthday Treat, Absolutely Loved it 😍 Nice Clean Rooms, Gr8 Location All Main Attractions At Walking Distance. Staff Take Care Of You Very Well, Polite, Friendly And Helpful. I Will Definitely Stay Here Again.”
  • Ian
    Malta Malta
    “The location is very convenient if you want to visit the Sultanahmed area. Tram stops are just a short walk away. Staff at reception very nice. Staff at kitchen and breakfast are wonderful. Room kept clean every day. Abundant breakfast and good...”
  • Tufis
    Romania Romania
    “The location is very good, close to the main attractions such as Hagia Sophia Moschee. The room was clean, the stuff was very helpful and friendly.”
  • Kristina
    North Macedonia North Macedonia
    “The location is perfect ! The staff is very pleasant, especially Mahmarud from the reception. Highly recommend.”
  • N
    Belgium Belgium
    “As a frequent visitor to Istanbul, I can state without hesitation that this hotel is outstanding. The location is unbeatable, the cleanliness is impeccable, and the staff are the kind of attentive, genuinely kind people who make you feel at home...”
  • Deborah
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Great host on the desk - went above and beyond to help us with our rides, carrying our bags up the street from where the arranged taxi dropped us off - we were in a strange country and nervous, but they looked after us every step of the way.”
  • Muhammad
    Malaysia Malaysia
    “The location is as strategic as it can be. Nearby to main attractions. The staff is friendly, very accommodative. Highly recommended”
  • Ainaa
    Malaysia Malaysia
    “The staff is very attentive, helpful and goes the extra mile in helping us with luggage and directions to get to our airport transport.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Restoran #1
    • Cuisine
      Turkish
    • Open for
      Breakfast
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 4 years
Cot always available
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), The Rooftop Restaurant is unavailable until further notice.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

License number: 20103310