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About the Hotel

Mimar Mehmetaga Cad. No:38 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34400

Hippodrome Hotel is located in the heart of Sultanahmet, Istanbul, near many historical attractions. Housed in a stylishly renovated Ottoman building, the hotel offers unique views of the Marmara Sea and easy access to iconic sites. Guests can enjoy traditional Turkish hospitality and attentive service during their stay.

Location

Hippodrome Hotel is ideally situated for touring Istanbul, within walking distance to major attractions including the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar. Guests can easily reach the hotel via the Sultanahmet Tram or take a ferry to Eminönü for further explorations. Additionally, the hotel is 28 miles from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.

Rooms

Each of the 27 guest rooms features central air conditioning and free wireless internet. Rooms are equipped with an LCD TV with international satellite channels, a minibar with competitive pricing, and a digital safe box. Bathrooms include modern amenities such as rain showers and complimentary toiletries.

Eat & Drink

Breakfast is served as a buffet on the rooftop terrace, offering breathtaking views of the Blue Mosque and the sea. The breakfast includes homemade jams, Turkish-style omelettes, and biscuits. In addition, a complimentary 3 o'clock tea buffet is provided for guests after a day of exploring Istanbul.

Leisure & Business

The hotel offers convenient amenities such as 24-hour room service, concierge services, and babysitting options. Guests can enjoy complimentary tea and coffee-making facilities in their rooms along with daily housekeeping services. A bar and a restaurant are also available for guest use.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

17 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

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Single Room

Max:

1 person

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

17 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Istanbul900 m

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 42.8 km

Istanbul (IST) 49.6 km

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station600 m

Underground

Vezneciler 1.9 km

Halic 2.3 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Cozy and Clean Rooms

“My room at Hippodrome Hotel was large, airy, and impeccably clean. It featured a comfy bed, air conditioning, and a minibar stocked with reasonably priced drinks. I loved the traditional furniture which created a warm family atmosphere, and the great window view across the rooftops towards the Marmara Sea made my stay even more good.” view full review

Spacious and Well-equipped

“The bathroom was quite impressive, featuring a large space with hot and cold water, a bathtub, shower cell, and a blow dryer. All the amenities were in perfect working condition, and the cleanliness was exemplary. It was such a comfort to have a modern bathroom after a day filled with exploring Istanbul.” view full review

Fantastic Breakfast Experience

“Breakfast was served at Hotel Azade, just a two-minute stroll away, on a fabulous rooftop terrace with stunning views. The buffet included a generous variety ranging from cheeses, salads, warm dishes like sausages, to fresh fruits and plenty of beverages. I particularly enjoyed dining outdoors and soaking up the morning sun while indulging in this good spread.” view full review

Pleasant Entertainment Options

“The room came equipped with an LED flatscreen TV, making it easy for me to kick back and unwind after a day of sightseeing. While the selection of English-language channels was limited, it was a nice feature to have for relaxing evenings. The complimentary WiFi also made it easy to stay connected during my stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Mimar Mehmetaga Cad. No:38 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34400

Map view

street view

Mimar Mehmetaga Cad. No:38 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34400

City landmarks

Mosque

Blue Mosque

840 m

Museum

Topkapi Palace

1.2 km

Cankurtaran Mh.

Topkapi Palace harem

1.3 km

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

2.3 km

Museum

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

840 m

Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet

TGC Press Media Museum

630 m

Mosque

Little Hagia Sophia

730 m

Mosque

Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque

790 m

Bridge

Galata Bridge

2.1 km

Museum

Hagia Irene

700 m

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu

Cagaloglu Hamami

810 m

Museum

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam

720 m

Merkez Beyazit

Mausoleum of Mahmud II

740 m

Mosque

Laleli Camii

2.0 km

Square

Beyazit Square

1.8 km

Nearby

Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum

460 m

Alemdar Mahallesi

Basilica Cistern

490 m

Square

Sultanahmet District

480 m

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

430 m

Historic Areas of Istanbul

560 m

Torun Sok.

Mosaic Museum

210 m

Monument

Serpent Column

550 m

Binbirdirek

Walled Obelisk

410 m

Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Gulhane Park

560 m

Divan Yolu Caddesi

Column of Constantine

560 m

Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5

Caferaga Madrasa

550 m

Museum

Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts

450 m

Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

Tomb of Sultan Ahmet

350 m

Sultanahmet Meydani

Obelisk of Theodosius

400 m

Fountain

German Fountain

370 m

Restaurants

Elif Cafe

70 m

Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No 2 Sultanahmet Arasta Bazaar

Valley Hills Cafe & Restaurant

220 m

Cankurtaran Mah. Cankurtaran Cad. No :20/a

Meydan Borek

220 m

Cankurtaran caddesi no:11 Sultanahmet

North Art Coffee

220 m

21 Utangac Sokak

Archive Cafe & Winehouse

360 m

Cankurtaran Mah. Keresteci Hakki Sok. No: 19 Sultanahmet - Fatih

Sultanahmet Koftecisi

500 m

Buyukdere Cad. Astoria Alisveris Merkezi No:127 K:3 Sisli Esentepe

Food Lab Istanbul

520 m

Hocapasa Mahallesi. Hocapasa Sokak. No:37A

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

7.3

Location

9.3

Service

9.0

Dining

7.7

4/5 based on 363 reviews

#493 of 2,421 hotels in Istanbul based on Tripadvisor

Paul

United States, February 2024

8.2/10

Staying at the Hippodrome Apartment offered both impressive views of the Bosphorus and the Blue Mosque but fell short in terms of cleanliness since its grand opening. The staff, on the other hand, was always eager to assist with any queries or demands.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms provided stunning views of the Bosphorus, harbor, and the Blue Mosque. However, there were cleanliness issues since the grand opening.

Service

9.0

The staff were ready to assist and friendly, making the stay pleasant overall.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is its best feature, granting easy access to all the must-visit spots in Istanbul, especially in the Sultanahmet area.

Dining

8.0

Although dining was at a nearby hotel, the rooftop restaurant with a great view made up for any inconvenience. The Pork Belly dish was seriously yummy.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel lacked its own dining facilities but provided access to a neighboring hotel's rooftop restaurant with impressive views.

Robert

United States, January 2024

8.2/10

Staying at the Hippodrome Hotel was a mixed experience. While the proximity to the Blue Mosque offered a unique setting, the room at their sister building, Hippodrome Apart Hotel, was a bit of a hassle due to a taxi space issue. The service was helpful in shifting us to another hotel, and the location provided easy access to major attractions.

Rooms

8.0

The room at the Hippodrome Apartment, situated on the third floor of an old Ottoman family home, was cozy and clean, offering a glimpse of Ottoman history. However, the issue with taxi space was inconvenient.

Service

9.0

The service, especially from the manager, was top-notch. They went out of their way to accommodate us by shifting to another hotel, providing a triple room on the last floor.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel near the Blue Mosque and the tram station was a huge plus. Being within walking distance of key attractions like the Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar made sightseeing effortless. However, the taxi space issue was a minor hiccup.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was at another hotel nearby, offering delicious local products with a stunning view. However, having to dine separately was a bit inconvenient.

Facilities

Samuel

United States, June 2023

8.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of good and not-so-good experiences. The room, although spacious and well-located for observing the sea view and enjoying live music from nearby restaurants, had some maintenance issues like non-working lamps and scratches. The service was very friendly and helpful, from the reservation process to providing clean sheets and towels. The location was fantastic, close to major attractions and surrounded by great eateries, but the dining experience was in another hotel, offering a lovely view and decent food choices.

Rooms

7.0

The room in the secondary building was spacious with a good view but had maintenance issues like non-working lamps and scratches.

Service

9.0

The service from reservation to overall assistance was very friendly and helpful.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was fantastic, close to major attractions and great restaurants.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was in another hotel with a lovely view and fair food choices.