Faros Hotel Old City - Special Class
Location: Divan Yolu Caddesi No:68, Sultanahmet/Fatih, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122, Istanbul, TR
Star Rating: 8.2 Stars
Property Type: Hotels
About this Property
Experience the charm of Istanbul at Faros Hotel Old City - Special Class, your gateway to the city's rich history and vibrant culture.
Modern Comforts
Stay connected with complimentary wireless internet access in your room and common areas. Each of our 25 guestrooms is thoughtfully designed, featuring minibars, LCD televisions, and private bathrooms stocked with designer toiletries.
Delightful Dining
Indulge in culinary delights at Faros Restaurant, specializing in international cuisine, or grab a coffee at our café. Don’t miss our complimentary buffet breakfast served daily and end the day with a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge.
Prime Location
Nestled just a short stroll from iconic landmarks such as the Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar, enjoy easy access to Istanbul's must-see attractions.
Unlock the beauty of Istanbul—book your stay today at Faros Hotel Old City!
Important Information
- One child 6 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-out is available.
Policies
Check-in: 02:00 PM - anytime
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Amenities & Facilities
- Free breakfast
- Health or beauty spa nearby
- Express check-out
- Free WiFi
- 24-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Express check-in/check-out
- Concierge service
- Elevator
- ATM/banking
- Television in common areas
- Free breakfast
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Multilingual staff
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Porter/bellhop
- Express check-out
- Smoke-free property
- Use of nearby fitness center (discount)
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Snack bar/deli
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
- Free buffet breakfast
- Health or beauty spa nearby
Rooms Available
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Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom
1 Double Bed
161 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 85-cm LCD TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), room service (limited hours), and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Heating
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Bottle of water
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Standard Double or Twin Room
2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
269 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 85-cm LCD TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), room service (limited hours), and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Heating
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Bottle of water
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Standard Quadruple Room
1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
377-sq-foot room with city views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 85-cm LCD TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), room service (limited hours), and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Heating
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Bottle of water
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Double Room, Balcony
1 Double Bed
269-sq-foot soundproofed room, balcony with city views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 85-inch LCD TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), room service (limited hours), and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Heating
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Bottle of water
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed
1 Double Bed
161 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 85-cm LCD TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), room service (limited hours), and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (free) and cribs (free) available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Heating
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Bottle of water
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Corner
1 King Bed
376-sq-foot soundproofed room, balcony with city views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 85-cm LCD TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), room service (limited hours), and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) available on request
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Smoking And Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Heating
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Bottle of water
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Smoking and Non-Smoking
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
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Family Room
2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
431-sq-foot room with city views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 85-cm LCD TV with premium channels
Food & Drink - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), room service (limited hours), and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets
Bathroom - Shower, bathrobes, and slippers
Practical - Safe, desk, and phone
Comfort - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Need to Know - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available, no cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Desk
- Heating
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Electric kettle
- Bottle of water
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Designer toiletries
- Premium bedding
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Free WiFi
- No rollaway/extra beds
- No cribs (infant beds)
- Bedsheets provided
- Toothbrush and toothpaste available
- Toothbrush and toothpaste not available
Guest Reviews
- Keith (10/5): - Great location…great hotel…
- Rafet (8/5): - Location of the hotel is excellent, with walking distance for some of the top Istanbul attractions - Topkapi, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazar etc. Tram station is 50m from the hotel which is also very convenient. Plenty of restaurants nearby. Hotel staff are very kind and helpful. Would stay in the same Hotel again.
- Claudia (10/5): - Staff very friendly and kind. Greta location and room
- Bilol (10/5): - excellent
- prince (10/5): - It was very near to all popular destinations
- Teimur (10/5): - Lovely hospitality and location. And great breakfast!
- Joseph (10/5): - The Faros staff were all incredibly polite, accommodating and helpful. Very nice people. Location was excellent, right on the tram line and walking distance to the major historic sites I would definitely stay here again.
- Erkinbek (10/5): - Staff were very supportive. Excellent location!
- Claire (8/5): gr8 place to stay - great to be recognised as elite and checked in at 11am. clean comfy room but bathroom tap sprayed water over everything and everyone when turned on full! good wifi, lots of English language programmes on tv, fridge and free water + coffee making but no milk (luckily brought my own!). terrific brekky buffet with everything you could think
- mahmood (10/5): - Excellent job
- Richard (10/5): - My balcony room was generous and very clean. The onsite restaurant was absolutely delicious, elegant and convenient. Staff were very pleasant and helpful.
- Shariq (10/5): - I recently had the pleasure of staying at Faros and my overall experience was nothing short of exceptional. The staff at Faros surpassed expectations with their warm hospitality and attentiveness. Every request was handled promptly, and their genuine dedication to guest satisfaction was evident throughout my stay. Hotel is centrally located and is 5 to 10 minutes walk from Hagia Sofia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Museum two minutes from the Sultanahmet tram station. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone seeking a blend of luxury, convenience, and impeccable service during their stay.
- James (8/5): - Stayed at the Faros in early October 2023 for a four night break. Really lovely staff and excellent location for major sights - easily walkable or tram stop very near by. Note: poor access by taxi if that is your preferred mode of transport as area is mostly pedestrianised. Not a problem if on foot or using the well priced and convenient tram. I used the coach from the IST airport to Aksaray (136 TL or about £4 each way) then walked the mile or so to the hotel. Could have used tram if I had bought an Istanbulkart but couldn't find a machine at the airport). Breakfast was good from the continental buffet, but you had to ask for tea or coffee. The restaurant had nice food at tourist rate prices. The only problems I encountered were noise and music at night until the early hours (restaurants at street level directly below). Also, I had booked a standard double room through Expedia but was given only a tiny single (room 106) with no other rooms available. The aircon failed after the second night. I'd definitely stay here again if I could guarantee getting the room I had paid for.
- Nanji (10/5): - Warm heart
- Andree (8/5): Old Town, great location. - A little tired. Great location, but very noisy. Trams passing the window. Lovely breakfast. Great, helpful staff.
- Amie (10/5): Definitely recommend! - Great location, friendly service, and very comfortable bed!
- MOHAMED (10/5): - We spend seven nights and booked two rooms, one for my siblings and mother and one for myself. The service was excellent. The staff were very helpful and accommodating. Overall location is amazing and would definitely staff again.
- Ambar (10/5): - The location excellent,transportation was so easy and the staff very helpful and friendly. Next time I would be in the same hotel 😀
- Edward (8/5): - Had ròom with balcony and it was great! Great ataff. Very kind and helpful. Nice little restaurant. Fantastic location!!
- Moustafa (8/5): - centrally located and service was great.
- Ronald (10/5): - It was great!
- Kamal (6/5): Bad experience - The Rooms are old, renovation work with high sounds, unclean towels or bed covers
- Robert (6/5): - Such a charming little hotel with very friendly staff and a perfect situation. Unfortunately very let down by the cleanliness of the restaurant but mostly the rooms. The hotel is in desperate need of redecorating and will then be a very nice place to stay. Such a shame. I hope they get it right.
- Shadi (6/5): - Great staff, amazing location, delicious breakfast but property conditions and amenities way below expectations for a 4 star hotel, some is really old and weared out.
- Farhanaz (10/5): - That hotel is in a very good Location all tourist attractions are very close just a short walking distance At night its so lively on the main road always busy The hotel itself is clean And i would like to say a big thank you to all the Faros staffs They really took care of us during our stay They were so helpful very friendly always ready to help you out I truly recommend this hotel I stayed in many hotels in different countries But this one i really appreciate specially the staffs on the reception Thank you guys Hope to see u soon again 😀
- Meredith (10/5): - The hotel (including the restaurant and breakfast buffet) and the location were plenty awesome for our first trip to Istanbul, but the staff went above and beyond with their helpfulness and friendliness; we really hope to stay here again someday.
- Hisham (10/5): - Stayed for 10 nights, loved the staff and the location is excellent. The outside restaurant is really great to have breakfast, lunch or dinner. Omar the manager is also very helpful with tours and the best Turkish Hammam with a discount too. Will for sure stay during my next visit.
- Hisham (10/5): - Stayed for 9 nights, love it, book the corner room if you could.
- Hatem (8/5): - Great location. It’s lively and in the heart of Sultan Ahmet, close to the Grand Bazaar. The hotel is small but clean. I wouldn’t recommend for families with small children as it is a bit noisy when the trams go by. The breakfast is average. The staff are kind.
- Shahid (8/5): - The rooms are a bit dated but have all the facilities required. The location of the property is exceptional. Tram/Market/Mosques everything is at walkable distance. Complimentary breakfast is the same everyday with very limited options. Also the staff serving breakfast is completely disinterested & generally have a grumpy face. Things which are finished are not refilled..
- Shella (10/5): - The staff are very helpful and informative. They explained about the tour and offer help if we wanted one. Room was okay and the breakfast is good too. Recommended place to stay if you want to be around the tourist attraction.
- Forida (8/5): - The hotel is in excellent location. You have the Sultanahmet Tram stop within yards, along with Hagia Sofia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Serefiye Cistern etc all within walking distance. It's also walking distance to Eminonou where you can catch ferry to Kadikoy (Asian side) which is 20 minutes ride away. The whole area is steeped in so much history it's a shame that the information isn't easily available. All the staff are super friendly. Only got name of 2; Omer and Gunes. Gentleman on early morning duty (28th Feb) also was a great help. The ladies servicing the rooms are very good. Downside is the interior a bit dated especially bathroom. The balcony isn't large enough for sitting outside. The breakfast was very basic and same every morning. The music being played outside is loud and goes into late night. Not the hotels fault!
- Bassam (10/5): - It was a very nice experience, i advice people to book this hotel ,thank you for all people theire for their assistance
- Verified traveler (10/5): - The staff is very friendly and helpful. Amazing location in the middle of shopping areas.
- Mohammad (6/5): - The photos did not show the real room. The room wad very very small, Staff were nice
- Samah (10/5): - Super serves
- Verified traveler (8/5): Great service - Front desk Service was great, very good breakfast, hotel itself is dated. Location is not very convenient for taxi drop off especially if you have luggage. Overall it was great! Could have been better if they had a buggy boy to help when luggages
- Rashid (10/5): Great hotel .fantastic location. - What can I say!what a great hotel the location was superb the staff were very friendly.many thanks to issa and murat they couldn’t do more for our party. I recommend this hotel to anyone,you won’t regret if you stay here.
- Nuredin (10/5): Perfect location and friendly staff - It was a wonderful stay. the hotel location is perfect and the staff are very welcoming and friendly. I will for sure stay at the same hotel on my next trip and recommend to all my friends and family.
- Yasser (2/5): - Noisy, old furniture , old hotel and good Location
- Mohammed (6/5): - Location was good, breakfast was good. Room was very small, and bathroom stop flashing.
- Andreas (8/5): Definitely staying there again - Lovely hotel, perfect location, helpful staff, great breakfast. Hotel guest are getting a 15% discount on food and drinks in the restaurant. We felt very well looked after and enjoyed our stay. Rooms are comfortable and very clean but a bit tired. An additional non-news tv channel would have been appreciated. Definitely will stay there again.
- Sarah (10/5): Fab in Faros - A great choice for a city mini break or a long weekend. You can't fault the food selection, the friendliness and professionalism of the staff, the cleanliness of the hotel and the local area safe and convenient.
- SamirB (10/5): - Perfect we love it here we will be back for sure friendly and helpful stuff
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Beautiful! Lovely view, excellent location to Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque.
- Paolo (10/5): Best price / quality deal in Istanbul - One of the best price / quality deal ever experienced, a very reasonable priced hotel that can delivery a very high standard of quality and service, in an amazing location, all major history places just a walk away.
- Verified traveler (8/5): - The location of this property cannot be beat. Steps from the main attractions in Old Istanbul. Linens were clean and the AC was great which is always a plus in Istanbul in the summer. Breakfast was definitely great, and the shuttle to the airport was very reasonable. Some of the finishes were a little worn in the room, but all in all would stay here again for the location and size of the room.
- Nick (8/5): - Very close to center of Sultanahmed with good transportation options. Breakfast was OK. Continental with basic Mediterranean options. Rooms are fair/decent but an update would not hurt.
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Perfect location, and amazing nice staff great hotel
- Verified traveler (6/5): Fantastic location, poor hotel - This hotel is in a great location, within a five mins walk to all of the old cities landmarks such as the blue mosque, hagia sophia, topkapi palace, grand bazaar, camberlitas hammam, cistern. You are also only a few mins walk to the nearest tram station. However, that is realy the only thing it has going for it. The hotel is very dated. Rooms are in poor condition and in need of a big refurb and due to the bar on the ground floor, it gets pretty loud. It also has very poor windows and so the street noise is pretty much non stop including the tran that runs outside it. Also, you cannot access the hotel by cab directly so need to be dropped off on a side road so expect a walk with your luggage when arriving and leaving. My honest advice is to book elsewhere in this area as there are so many hotels to pick from that would be a better standard but if that doesnt bother you, then this place is so well located, it is a viable option.
- J (10/5): - The hotel staff were really good and very helpful, this is my second visit to this hotel, and I have not had any problems with them.
- Verified traveler (4/5): - Location was excellent and the view of the Blue Mosque
- Verified traveler (10/5): - It is close to all amenities, and is very well located.
- Conrad (10/5): Great Hotel!! - Hotel is Hotel!! Location is great! Staff very friendly and helped us with anything!
- EdMaiden (10/5): - Staff was very helpful and had great recommendations for the surrounding area. Good breakfast and many nearby restaurants for different food options. Hotel and our room was very clean, and it was located very close to the main tourist sites. We felt very safe walking the area at all hours, and hope to return soon.
- aisha (10/5): Fabulous hotel in an amazing city! - Fabulous hotel in the middle of Sultanahmet!
- Peter (4/5): - Hotel is outdated and wifi is not working. If you depend on Wifi, just don’t go there.
- JonathanRivera (10/5): - Great location, amenities, staff, food. They have it all. Can’t conmplain. We had an amazing time. Would book this hotel if I come back to Istanbul. Denifinitely 100% recommended.
- Verified traveler (2/5): - Really bad hotel. Rooms are so shabby. Furniture is old. I had leakage in my room from rain. All night i couldnt sleep with the noise. Next day they gave me a pail to put under the leakage. Tubs are so wierd. The shower is positioned so badly. They have not updated the rooms. Also it got cold asked for heating they said its all central. Once it is winter whole jotel will turn into heating then one can get heating in their room. Will not stay again. I wish i had taken pictures. The head board looked really slimy too
- susan (10/5): Excellent hotel I recommend it. - The hotel in excellent location you will not find better than this location. I love the size of the room even the restaurant is excellent I really recommend it.
- Conn (10/5): - Staff were very friendly and helpful. We loved the location. It was right in the heart of things.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Great Hotel - The best hotel I had stayed in Istanbul. Centrally located < easy walk to all the attractions. Room was great and clean and comfy. The front desk were amazing, especial Thank to Zia for the help with all my inquiries. They have restaurant and serve good food. Breakfast was ok and you get discounted rate if you are staying at the hotel. Try the lamb chop ( very tender and delicious ) or seafood pasta. All and all, it was an amazing stay and will definitely book this hotel again soon! Anwar U. , New York, NY
- Verified traveler (8/5): - We only had a short stay of one night. The hotel is in a great location, close to all attractions and lots of restaurants. They arranged transfers to and from the airport, which made arrival and departure very easy.
- Donal (8/5): Nice central Hotel - Stayed here for 5 nights. It is very central, (2min walk from Blue Mosque) Rooms were very clean, staff were excellent. Food was also nice, though we did not eat here a lot as there are many places close by. Would stay here again.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Clean, professional and close to everything - This hotel is something you would fall in love with because it is clean, worth the price, close to everything due to location, friendly staff.
- Verified traveler (8/5): - The staff are nice and helpful... it's close to the grand bazaar and all other different shops, definitely will stay again....
- Verified traveler (8/5): nice hotel next to Sultan Ahmet and next to tram - excellent, but not good internet connection and the breakfast is not delicious, good hospitality
- Verified traveler (10/5): Nive and close yo alot of attractions - It was thr perfect location,volose to blue mosque,topkapi palace,ayasoffia,harber gor bosforous cruises and tbe pazars
- Verified traveler (6/5): You get what you paid - Great location!!! Clser to mamy attractions and good neighborhood. You can find anyrthing you need.But you get what you paid.
- Younis (6/5): Close to tour sites - Nice hotel, location is great, on the tram road, close to Sultanahmet blue mosque, Aya Sophia. If you like crowded and noisy atmospheres, then this hotel is the right choice.
- Noman (10/5): Best hotel near to blue mosque - We had a very good time in this hotel. Staff is very nice and helpful. I recommend this hotel to every one.
- zahid (2/5): Would never stay again - Hotel room lacked basic amenities such as an iron, hangers or a safe. Had to borrow an iron from staff which was shared between everyone in the hotel. Room was meant to be a large room instead was given something no bigger than 10m2. Only benefit is the location.
- Graeme (10/5): Sightseeing weekend - Stayed at Faros (Old City) for a long weekend (fri-mon). Check-in was quick and there is facility to organise tours etc. The hotel has great location in Sultanahmet, very short walk to historic/tourist sites and right beside a wide choice of cafe/bar/restaurants. Stayed in a suite room; this was very spacious, clean, comfortable and had a good view of old city area. The bathroom is adequate but a little dated (my subjective opinion) stronger water pressure in shower would be good. The hotel has WiFi but I found this to be a bit flaky...I got better service by picking up the restaurant's signal. We ate in the restaurant outdoors a couple of times...good range of well priced meals to choose from and friendly service. I would happily stay here again and would recommend it to others who want a base in Sultanahmet area.
- Verified traveler (8/5): near sultanahmet - interesting but there was a problem with the Air condition
- Verified traveler (10/5): - The hotel is close to the main city attraction. The condition of the rooms were good. However, it is located in a noisy area.
- Salman (10/5): Ideal Location - Very good hotel
- Verified traveler (10/5): nice hotel - Very good and I would recommend everyone to be a member of the Expedia.com Safety. Fantastic service. I give them 1000 star
- Verified traveler (10/5): Close to Sultanamhet - We were there for a flight stopover, we have been in Istanbul many times and knew the location of this hotel. The hotel was great, the staff were great. It didn't let us down at all.
- Verified traveler (6/5): Hotel central to all amenities. - Good place. It was unfortunate whilst we were at faros that the AC motor failed and took 4 days to sort out. They gave us a standing fan to help.
- Francis (10/5): Excellent Hotel near everything:) - Hotel staff was excellent.. We plan to stay on this Hotel again and recommend to family and friends. The food was great, their breakfast and dinner (15% off) and they have a lemonade mojito (excellent drink)! Staff went over out of their way to help my family (kids ages 7 through 12) and ease things with transportation from hotel to airport. We had 20 pieces of luggage. Recommended places to shop and site see. Thank you for welcoming us to Istanbul, Turkey... Beautiful country! The # 203 and # 303 room Family!
- Karim rawofi (4/5): bad experience - not good
- Jude M (10/5): Great Holiday - This place is so handy to everything Blue Mosque, shopping etc very central in main street ..lovely restaurant at Accommodation..friendly staff would strongly recommend it
- MBY (4/5): 2 stars hotel!! - Good for a 2-3 stats hotel! Good location; but cheap hotel we could call it a residence not a hotel!
- BY (2/5): Bad experience - This is a two stars hotel not more!! The only advantage is location close to the subway!! In fact i was offered a room on the roof!! Will not do it again!!
- Verified traveler (8/5): Best location - Best location in Sultanahmet bit noisy but walking distance to all major attractions and public transport. Room is very ideal & clean in this price.
- Hughesie (8/5): Excellent Hotel for a week in Istanbul - This is a relatively old hotel in the Istanbul Old City area. The location is great, being fairly centralto that city's stunning history, heritage and features. It is right on the modern, fast, efficient tram and train system, so moving around is easy. Although walking around is equally enjoyable. The staff are brilliant - friendly, heelpful and efficient. food from the incorporated restaurant is just excellent. My only slight reservation is that access to and from the bath/shower is challenging for a 70 year old. A thoroughable stay.
- Verified traveler (6/5): - Average hotel with good location. Good food, friendly staff however disappointed as I was charged for coke from the mini bar that I didn't drink
- Rahila (8/5): Very well located hotel. - A stones throw from Sultan Ahmet square. The hotel is very well situated on a busy high street and just across from the tram line. The grand bazaar is also only a 10 minute walk away. The staff were very friendly and helped in planning and booking the day trips. The breakfast buffet was lush. Especially the freshly baked Turkish bread !
- Ali (6/5): - It's good clean even workers is fine there is no loopy It's location is the best I won't stay in it again
- Verified traveler (10/5): Incredible Location, Great Staff, Room with a View - Hotel staff was friendly, helpful and accommodating. Our flight was in at 6 am and they were able to check us into a room by 11am - 3 hours earlier than the norm.This was really appreciated! The lobby manager at each shift was helpful with answers and advice on touring, dining and transportation. The room was tastefully decorated, true to the photos, very clean and had a view out over the city. Housekeeping was efficient and friendly. Breakfast was a large buffet spread of delicious, fresh and healthy options that exceeded expectations. Getting from here to there couldn't be more convenient: The metro line runs along the street just outside the lobby door with 2 stops to choose from each a couple of blocks up/down the street. Getting from our room to the Blue Mosque was only a 10 minute walk! Tons of shops, restaurants and beautiful sights all around. From early morning to late night the area is well lit, secure and full of tourists as well as locals. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others. Thank you!
- Terence M. (4/5): exellent position - hotel position great near all major sights good tram system fore taxim and metro great city. Hotel no value fore money would i reomend it no
- Verified traveler (8/5): Nice stay for short stay - Located in the middle of old city, very close to tram station, highly recommended for people looking for a short stay
- Abul Leeds (8/5): Wonderful group holiday - The Faros city hotel was a ver good hotel for the price we paid. I took 15 people to stay at this hotel. The room are clean and tidy, the bathroom could be better, the ceramic hand basins have cracks, one of our members had an accident while washing his hands, the basin fell through, he had cuts to his hand and feet, please be careful while using it. Apart from that the staffs were very helpful and friendly, the breakfast was wonderful , the location was great, this hotel is central to all the monuments and bazaars. I would go and stay there again without any hesitation and would recommend it anyone.
- Verified traveler (8/5): average hotel - good location, very small breakfast area
- Verified traveler (8/5): Excellent hotel - Friendly staff. Extremely convenient location. The hotel was located in the middle of the nightlife and 100 yards from Sultanahmet light rail stop, across the street from the Blue Mosque. Bed was stiff, other than that excellent.
- Verified traveler (2/5): Rude staff - Rude staff
- Tracey G. (10/5): Brilliant weekend in Istanbul - The hotel is in a perfect location for the Sultan Ahemt and tourist area of Istanbul. Excellent hotel, good value for money and briliant service. Would stay here again.
- Anonymous (6/5): Good value great location, no frills - This hotel offered good value for money and a very good location for visiting the Old City in Istanbul. We got an upgrade to a suite, but I would consider this to be just an average room. I did not see the standard rooms. There are no normal facilities such as a reception area, residence lounge etc. However a good value restaurant, offering a variety of good quality European style food, is within the hotel. I would recommend this hotel for a 2 or 3 day budget stay, but no more. Restaurant staff were very nice. Tram ran by the front door, under our room, but was not a noise problem and very convenient.
- Drew B. (10/5): lovely hotel - Great location..friendly helpful staff..All we needed for a short break.
- Jinho K. (8/5): good for couple trip - they upgrade my room for free, and very comfortable, very kind staff, breakfast was good, good location.. so very strongly recommend!!
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