Hotel Empress Zoe

Name: Hotel Empress Zoe
Address: Cankurtaran Mahallesi Akbiyik Caddesi No 10 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, tr

Location: Cankurtaran Mahallesi Akbiyik Caddesi No 10 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, tr

Star Rating: 9.1 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Charming Hotel Empress Zoe in Istanbul

Convenient Location: Situated just 400 meters from Hagia Sophia, with other major attractions like the Blue Mosque and Column of Constantine nearby.

Comfortable Amenities: Enjoy a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries and a hair dryer, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Start your day right with a delicious continental breakfast served each morning.

Personalized Service: Benefit from non-stop assistance at the reception, where multilingual staff are ready to help. Don't miss the chance to relax on the hotel's terrace overlooking the city.

Experience the charm of Istanbul at Hotel Empress Zoe. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important Information

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Amenities & Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Ironing service
Non-smoking throughout
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Concierge service
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
First aid kit available
Sanitized tableware & silverware
Invoice provided
Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
Smoke alarms
Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
Guest room sealed after cleaning
Physical distancing in dining areas
Key access
CCTV outside property
Process in place to check health of guests
Face masks for guests available
Delivered food - securely covered
Security alarm
Thermometers for guests provided by property
Front desk (limited hours)
Express check-in
Free wired internet
Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
Airport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)
Beach umbrellas
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Japanese garden
Hosted evening meal (reserve)
Accessible shuttle
No accessible shuttle
Accessible train station shuttle
No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

Chez Zoe Deluxe Garden Suite

Featuring a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests can make meals in the fully equipped kitchenette that features a refrigerator, kitchenware and an electric kettle. Boasting a terrace with garden views, this suite also provides a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 5 (5 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Small Double Room

This double room with an private bathroom features an air conditioning.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Standard Double Room

The double room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The double room offers a safe deposit box, parquet floors and heating. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Double Room with Garden View

This double room features a garden view and air conditioning

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Large Double Room

This is a spacious room with queen size four poster and two single beds.

Max Occupancy: 4 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Satellite channels
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Standard Twin Room

This twin room consists of 2 small adjoining rooms. It also has a traditional bathroom with shower and a decorative Turkish bath.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Triple Room

The triple room features air conditioning, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. The unit has 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Budget Twin Room

The double room offers air conditioning, parquet floors, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features heating. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Single Room

This room has a double bed and small built-in desk and an private bathroom.

Max Occupancy: 1 (1 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Penthouse Suite

Featuring a private terrace with the views of Blue Mosque and panoramic sea views, this suite has air conditioning, electric kettle and seating area.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Double Room with Terrace

Featuring a private terrace, this double room features a fireplace and an air conditioning.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Suite with Garden View

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. Guests can make meals in the fully equipped kitchenette that has a refrigerator, kitchenware and an electric kettle. The suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a seating area, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Suite with Terrace

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The fully equipped kitchenette has a refrigerator, kitchenware and an electric kettle. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this suite also offers a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services
Chez Zoe Garden Suite

Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned suite includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The well-equipped kitchenette has a refrigerator, kitchenware and an electric kettle. Featuring a terrace with garden views, this suite also offers a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 3 beds.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Desk
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Satellite channels
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Alarm clock
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Cleaning products
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Sofa bed
- Bottle of water
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Cots
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Shower cap
- Socket near the bed
- Adapter
- Feather pillow
- Lockers
- Smoke alarm
- Key access
- Concierge services

Guest Reviews

Jeff (10/5): Would certainly recommend this hotel as a good - Quaint hotel in great location being very close to major attractions and restaurants in historic district of Istanbul. Staff were very helpful and reception had an excellent selection of local guides books, though we didn't need these. Afternoon drinks are available on request if you go to the bar, which guests can take to the roof terrace.
Cecilia (9/5): - We really enjoyed staying at Empress Zoe. Beautiful house with lots of character. The garden where we had a delicious breakfast was the best. Very peaceful and a bonus was Sophie and the cats who live there.
LIDIA (9/5): -
David (9/5): Will return - Quaint. Homely.Very friendly staff. Stairs were a little tricky but staff were great with luggage.
Krzysztof Jacek (10/5): -
Dennis (10/5): -
Manuel (9/5): - Location, its staff - all great Nice breakfast, good overall value!
georg (8/5): - Hotel nur geeignet für fitte gäste da sehr steile treppen. Nicht alle zimmer gross genug für 2personem
Bronwyn (10/5): Wonderful experience and exceptionally helpful staff - Great location, lovely garden area for breakfast, interesting historical building. Wonderful breakfasts! I loved it all. However, the stairs would be a challenge for anyone with mobility issues.
yanbin (10/5): - 酒店位置非常好，步行几分钟就能到达蓝色清真寺和圣索菲亚大教堂，周边餐饮、购物都非常方便。早餐非常丰盛，员工友好，入住和退房的时候都帮我们拿行李。没有
Yvette (10/5): Love Empresd Zoe. Thank you to all the wonderful staff. - Love the design, history, private courtyard and spectacular rooftop space. Excellent location, great Turkish breakfast. Knowledgeable and helpful staff. Nothing! However if you don’t like steps - this place is not for you
Pascal (10/5): Séjour dans une ambiance turque, au calme d'un jardin, à deux pas des monuments incontournables - L'emplacement est parfait ! Calme dans un secteur animé, à deux pas des monuments incontournables (Sainte-Sophie, la mosquée bleue, la citerne basilique, le palais de Topkapi...). L'ambiance (ameublement, etc.) authentique, le jardin idéal pour le petit-déjeuner au calme dans la verdure le matin. Rien (bien signaler que l'hôtel - comme beaucoup d'autres à Istanbul - a des chambres inaccessibles à des PMR).
benji ott (7/5): - The location and the hotel itself is great We unfortunately had cold weather in May (12C) and the room was cold at first and only heated during the nighttime
Lucia (9/5): -
Jane (9/5): -
Bernardino (8/5): Corta pero intensa -
Smith (9/5): Excellent location, beautiful hotel. A delightful place to stay. - This is an excellent hotel. In a perfect location very close to major attractions. the staff were and helpful, the rooms very comfortable and clean. Couldn’t fault it. My room was at the top of the building and there was a lot of stairs to climb. No lifts. Luckily there was a staff member on hand to take my suitcase up and down.
Jale (10/5): Staying in this area and in this hotel made our visit to Istanbul very enjoyable! - The location is excellent. The building is historic and designed tastefully. The staff are sincere kind and professional, exceptional! Very clean and food is delicious. All very good.
Marrier (10/5): - The cozyness, the decoration, the soul The stairs!
Zinaida (9/5): -
Diana (10/5): - Great service and location for visiting the old city.
TINA (7/5): Great value for money - The location was very central and had an authentic feel, which we really appreciated. The breakfast was lovely, with a great selection to start the day. Our room was very comfortable, especially the pillows, which made for a great night’s sleep. The staff were also friendly and welcoming throughout our stay. The stairs , were very step
Catherine (8/5): Great location, lovely furnishings and vibe and the best breakfast in Istanbul - Breakfast and resident cats are a standout at this lovely hotel. Great location.
Christopher (10/5): - Wonderful people. Beautiful garden.
Andrea (9/5): -
Patricia (10/5): Absolutely delightful way of spending 3 days in a new country thank you so much - The location - the beautiful old building the staff and the lovely breakfasts We loved everything about this property and will recommend to our friends
NAPAT (9/5): Love everything about the hotel - It’s unique Close to everything
MAHA (10/5): مكان لايمكنك نسيانه - كل شي
Serghei (10/5): - Всё!!!
Thomas (10/5): -
Guest (10/5): -
Susanne Dahlberg (7/5): Skønt særpræg og fantastisk beliggenhed - Stedets særlige indretning, fremragende beliggenhed, skønne morgenmadsbuffet og meget venlige personale. Vi var to veninder det havde booket et dobbeltværelse, og fik et chock over at skulle dele en 140 cm bred seng i en alkove i et mehet lille værelse.. Dog havde vi flot udsigt over Mamarahavet. Næste nat fik vi en extra madras og sidste to nætter fik vi et skønt værelse.
Marcus (7/5): - Very good location and helpful staff .
Wiśniowski (9/5): -
Rhiannon (9/5): Thpuroughly enjoyable - Quirky and unique, definitely not a chain hotel. Staff were so helpful and the location was ideal, 1 street over from the Blue Mosque and Haigi Sophia
James (10/5): -
Giancarlo (10/5): -
Anne-Frédérique (9/5): Hôtel charmant avec joli jardin très bien situé - Hôtel charmant, très bien placé dans la vieille ville. Personnel très agréable . Petit déjeuner délicieux !! Agréable jardin et chambre pour 5 spacieuse. Rien ! Peut être literie des enfants un peu vieillotte
Guest (10/5): -
Jamie Marie (8/5): - La posizione, la storia, arredamento, stile, giardino, colazione, vista dal tetto, i gatti, la Hamam antica accanto, le glicine! Il misto tra marmo e legno, i guadri. É il mio nuovo punto di riferimento di Istanbul.
Asset (10/5): -
Shannon (10/5): -
Susanne (9/5): - Sevim am Buffet war super und das Frühstück ausgezeichnet. Die Lage, der schöne Garten und die Dachterrasse sind ebenfalls perfekt. Nichts
Marie (8/5): -
Mary (8/5): Visually stunning place, nicely run, but ask for a quiet room and be prepared for stairs. - This is not a hotel for everyone, especially if stairs are a problem, but the ambiance is amazing given the attention to fabrics, art and furniture. Also, this hotel had the best Turkish breakfast we experienced while staying in approximately 10 different hotels in Turkey. While my stay at Zoe was very quiet this time, once, years ago, I stayed at Zoe in a room over a very busy intersection that was very noisy with tourists at night.
Debbie (9/5): -
et78 (9/5): -
Ana (10/5): -
Cosmin (10/5): - Everything was great, and the room was intimate and cozy. I really enjoyed the experience there.
Rachael (10/5): Would go back - Great location, friendly and helpful staff, love the cats! Great breakfast.
Alice (10/5): Charming and fabulous quirky hotel - The hotel is very old and steeped in history - quite quirky but utterly charming. The location is brilliant, within minutes of the main tourist attractions and all the staff were super helpful. Delicious breakfast also Nothing not to like
Lucas (10/5): -
Tania (9/5): An olde world, clean hotel with a great breakfast - Great breakfast. Nice toiletries in bathroom including cotton buds. First hotel out of the last five that I stayed in that provided these useful items. Nice modern bathroom. Water supplied in a 1L bottle on first day and then you can refill from the water dispenser during your stay there. Room was heated and warm. Mattress was comfortable. It smelled nice and the linen was pleasant. They were unwilling to assist me to change a small amount of Euros (10 euros to lira. ) Most of the hotels had no problem doing that. I contacted the next hotel I was going to who helped me change the ten euros happily.
Aleksei (10/5): - Its amazing place to stay. I wish we could come back later to enjoy it’s hidden garden . Breakfast was delicious. Everybody is friendly and welcoming
MARC (8/5): Old Town - Very well located hotel in the old town of Istanbul, with helpful staff. The room was a bit noisy as it was facing the street. Breakfast is served in a pleasant setting (indoor or outdoor), but unfortunately the selection is limited (no fruit).
Lidiya (10/5): - Прекрасное месторасположение, в шаговой доступности много исторических объектов ( Айя-София например за углом), пешком можно дойти до рынка специй и Грандбазара. Персонал гостиницы очень доброжелательный и терпеливый, с моим никаким английским не возникло проблем ))) Прилетела ночью, заселили, по моей просьбе принесли бокал вина на крышу ( не хотелось спать сразу, поэтому решила подышать ночным городом) В гостинице есть прекрасная терраса на крыше , с видом на Босфор и мечеть Св. Софии. Завтраки выше всяких похвал! Если соберусь ещё раз в Стамбул, то только в этот отель! Имейте ввиду, что лестница на 2-ой и 3-ий этаж очень крутая , т.е. отель не для маломобильных граждан.
Nea (8/5): Excellent location and lots of charm! - The location of the hotel is fantastic! It offers a ton of charm and the staff are great. The daily breakfast was a perfect start to the morning. The rooms are of typical size for European hotels (not the oversized we tend to be accustomed to in the US) and outfitted accordingly, ie, smaller beds and bathrooms. But the uniqueness and charm made it a great choice for our family. No real issues for us - however, with no elevator or lift, it could be difficult for those with mobility issues.
et78 (9/5): -
Шмидт (10/5): - A really nice and cozy hotel right in the center but in a quiet area. I loved how they designed it into the ancient building👍 Yummy breakfast! No meat/sausages but it was ok for me. I really have no complaints)
Cristina (9/5): - Albergo molto caratteristico e atmosfera intima Nulla
Camilla (10/5): Great little hotel in the heart of Sultanahmet. - Perfect location, great service, excellent breakfast, good value. We had a room overlooking a beautiful garden. If you want something charming and authentic, this is it. I would love to stay there again.
Peter (10/5): -
Wendy (9/5): -
Ekaterina (10/5): -
Piotr (10/5): -
Andrea (9/5): -
Sara (8/5): - The Empress Zoe is a charming hotel located in a historic hammam in Sultanahmet. It's very convenient as it's close to many of the major tourist sites and shops as well as the ferries and trams to and from Eminönü. The breakfast was especially superb. . .the pastries were homemade and very fresh. . . .börek, poğaça, beyaz peynir, lots of different types of olives, eggs, freshly sliced kiwi and oranges, bulgur salad, marinated mushrooms, many different types of bread, jam and honey, coffee, tea and too many other things to mention. All the staff was very friendly and helpful -- from the people who prepared the breakfast to the front desk. Thanks so much for a wonderful stay! n/a
Anton (9/5): - Bra beläget, vackett rum, god frukost, trevlig personal
Andrea (9/5): great rainy getaway in the heart pf the city - breakfast was great with great service but instant coffee was a big disappointment . We love Turkish coffee and unfortunately, that was not part of our breakfast experience.
Penny (10/5): Characterful great position relaxed with lovely staff - Charming & characterful with a beautiful garden The first set of stairs were quite tricky
Philip (10/5): - Lovely stay. Staff were great. Building is interesting. Breakfast was fantastic. Location good for sites but is a noisy part of town.
Sagar hamid (8/5): Bon globalement - Jolie décoration et bien placé Trop de bruit extérieur de l’hôtel , chauffage qui ne se coupe pas , climatisation ne fonctionne pas et pas d’ascenseur
Madelein (9/5): Lovely location and amazing breakfast - The hotel is so close to all the old city attractions like Hagia Sofia and Topkapi palace. The Turkish breakfast every morning was amazing. Such variety and something new to try everyday along with delicious fruit, breads, olives and cheese. The room was comfortable and drinking water is available in the breakfast area. There are a lot of stairs in the property, but we knew this beforehand.
Lam (9/5): Fascinating - The hotel is in a fantastic location, very close to major tourist attractions. The room is arranged and decorated in a distinctly Turkish style. The bed is clean, and the bathroom is well-equipped with toiletries. In addition, the breakfast here is excellent, offering a wide variety of dishes and fresh fruits for dessert. I will definitely book this hotel again if I return to Istanbul. Nothing
Lorna (8/5): - Brilliant location, helpful staff, quirky rooms
ANINDYA (9/5): - location,breakfast,the staff. the size of the bed, noise from the nearby pub,
Madeleine (10/5): For ambience and character in a lovely neighborhood, choose the Empress Zoe hotel! - Loved the hotel, the atmosphere, the ambience, the superb breakfast, the area! I also liked seeing the three cats around the place! I wasn't warned our room would be on the fourth floor and I'm no spring chicken but I managed just five and the reward was our beautiful little balcony.
Dominika (10/5): Piękny obiekt w centrum - lokalizacja, czystość, przemiła obsługa, piękny historyczny obiekt, dobre śniadania :) Jednym minusem tego miejsca jest brak windy, więc jesli ktoś ma problemy z poruszaniem się, nie powinien wybierać tego miejsca. Osobiscie nie postrzegam tego jako wadę i nie wpływa to na moją ocenę :)
Gill (10/5): We would book this hotel again were we to be back in Istanbul - The hotel is quirky and charming and very well located with a lovely garden. Excellent and professional service and nice breakfast. We had a late flight and our luggage was stored for us through the day which meant that we could enjoy ourselves without worrying.
Willeke Simone (10/5): -
Anca (7/5): Great location, great service, great breakfast! - The staff were helpful and the service was great! The breakfast amazing! So many options: pastries, fresh veg & fruit, cheeses, olives, eggs and many other tasty food. Location could not be better. We were upgraded without asking because a better room became available. The roof is lovely with beautiful views of the city. There was a stuffy smell in the rooms, probably because the building and pipe system is old. The heating system had some issues and we didn’t have hot water but we were given another room immediately and moved back to our original room when the heating was fixed. They were apologetic and it wasn’t a huge inconvenience. There are many cats which sneak into the breakfast room (not appreciated by some customers), but staff tried their best to remove the cats from the eating area but that was not always possible.
Aksel (10/5): Breakfast excellent, staff friendly and helpful, room small but quaint and clean, great location -
Nikolaos (9/5): Many thanks to everyone at the Empress Zoe Hotel for their warm hospitality and kindness! -
Kristopher Paul Calwell (9/5): -
RFvH (9/5): - Best hotel in Istanbul for individual travelers. Friendliest and helpful staff. Most of the time, internet was not working in our room.
Mohammad Afdal (9/5): A brilliant boutique hotel, converted from an old hamam near the Topkapi Palace. - A brilliant boutique hotel, converted from an old hamam. Location near the Topkapi Palace The layout was a bit awkward
Adrian (10/5): Welcoming staff, nice rooms and perfect location. - The staff was incredible, very welcoming and helpful. Can't think of anything.
Oleg (6/5): -
Gabriella (10/5): -
Sophie (8/5): On a adore!! - Le personnel,le deco,l'emplacement,le charme Isolation phonique interieure
Rebecca (10/5): - Breakfast was exceptional
Peter (10/5): -
Bruna (10/5): -
Carol (9/5): -
Руси (7/5): Отель хороший. Но при непредвиденных ситуациях- деньги потеряете. - Отель находится на пешеходном растоянии до многих достопримечательностей.Вид из номера( пентхауз)- уникальный! Есть приятная терасса.Уютный, очень чисто, стильно.Кошки приносят дополнительный чар. Третий человек, который должен был жить в нашей комнате, не смог приехать. Поздно вечером , позвонили в отель и предупредили,( за день до въезда)При выезде с нас запросили целую сумму, как за троих человек.После долгих переговоров, нам сделали скидку 40 эвро, по 20 эвро на день. Сказали, что это доплата за третьего человека в Пентхаузе. Но этого не может быть! Цены мы проверяли предварительно! Одним словом ... испортили все впечатление о отеле. Будьте осторожны. Все изменения в резервациях- только через Букинг. Турки не такие уж и уступчивые. Между прочим... 20 эвро - цена двух шаурмы в Стамбуле... вот такая скидка была для нас !
Deborah (9/5): Très chouette hôtel - Très agréable hôtel situé dans le centre historique. Il dispose d'un rooftop et d'un joli jardin. Literie confortable, chambre propre et super petit-déjeuner.
Ildiko (9/5): - Sehr gute Lage, nettes hotel. Die Personal ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit mit immer ein Lachen am Gesicht. Super Hausgemachte türkisches Frühstück.
Griggs (10/5): A perfect spot to place yourself when visiting this part of Istanbul! - I was stuck in Istanbul for a few days and this was such a wonderful option! Referred by a friend, this was such a perfect location that puts you in the heart of the Faith section. Everyone that worked there was super helpful and I had no issues during my stay. The bed was comfortable and so was the temp which was adjusted (somewhat) by the thermostat🙂. I also really enjoyed breakfast each morning with its wide variety of Turkish/continental options. I guess it’s not technically what I “didn’t like”, and for me it wasn’t an issue at all, but the only way up is via spiral staircase. This may be difficult for some if you were on an upper level.
Christopher Lee (7/5): - great location very central. nice breakfast. staff could have been more talkative. no gym, room abit basic.
Deborah Nechama Felicitas (10/5): A warm charming hotel with an exceptional team, a truly special stay that we will always remember - My children and I completely fell in love with Empress Zoe and its charming team. From the moment we arrived, we felt right at home. The Deluxe Garden Suite was an absolute dream, and the large, incredibly comfortable bed made us feel like true empresses. Breakfast was freshly prepared every morning with great care and attention, making it a wonderful start to the day. We will definitely come back—preferably during the warmer season so we can fully enjoy the enchanted garden. Thank you for making our stay so special and memorable.