Standard Queen Room Balcony
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Balcony
Hotel · Istanbul · Istanbul Province
Holiday Inn Istanbul Old City By Ihg
A 4-star hotel in the heart of Istanbul's old city, steps from the Grand Bazaar and a short tram ride to Hagia Sophia.
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- On-site spa with Turkish bath and sauna
- 24-hour reception and room service
8.5
Great
1171 reviews
Booking.com 8.5 · 1171 reviews
About
Holiday Inn Istanbul Old City By Ihg
Holiday Inn Istanbul Old City By Ihg offers a fitness centre, health club, and various recreational opportunities, with garden views. The hotel sits in the Vezneciler area, about a 10-minute drive from Hagia Sophia Museum and a short stroll from the Grand Bazaar.
Rooms range from Standard Queen Rooms to King Suites with balconies, all featuring air conditioning, heating, and private bathrooms with both shower and bathtub. The hotel also provides a spa with a Turkish bath, sauna, and a range of massage services.
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
3 reasons to book- Standout service — Guests repeatedly praised the friendly and helpful staff across shifts, from reception to room service.
- Prime old-city location — A short walk to the Grand Bazaar and near the tram line, making major historic sights easy to reach.
- Comfortable, quiet rooms — Rooms are described as modern, clean, and silent, with amenities like air conditioning and soundproofing.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Rooms show their age in places — Some guests noted that rooms could be improved, though they admitted the hotel has been upgraded since earlier stays.
- Location isn't perfect for everyone — While close to the tram, the immediate area is not as atmospheric as the Sultanahmet core, and some found it inconvenient.
- Breakfast value questioned — The breakfast spread is versatile, but some felt the price-to-performance ratio could be better.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Standard Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Queen Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Queen Suite Balcony
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Balcony
Standard Queen Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Premium Queen Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Standard Room Two Single Beds
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Standard King Room Accessible
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
King Suite Balcony
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Balcony
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Key card access
- No smoking on site
Room
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
Food & Drink
- Restaurant
- Lobby bar
- In-room breakfast
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
- Room service
Wellness
- Fitness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Massage services
- Spa & wellness centre
Business & Services
- Business centre
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Fax/photocopying
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Car hire
- Tours/ticket assistance
Accessibility
- Rooms/facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.5/10 from 1,171 reviews
Booking.com · 8.5 · 1171 reviews
8.5Verified guest“The room was modern and quiet, with four beds and a safe. All the staff were excellent and very pleasant.”
8.5Verified guest“Ideal and fairly clean hotel with welcoming night-shift staff. Superb location for our visit to the Grand Bazaar, just a short walk away, and close to restaurants and cafes.”
8.5Verified guest“Staff, location, and equipment were all top-notch.”
8.5Verified guest“The room was great and breakfast excellent. We stayed here 10 years ago and found the rooms much improved. The location isn't the best, but it's close to the tramway. We'd stay here again.”
8.5Verified guest“The place was clean, with a friendly receptionist and a super-friendly team. We were in a great location, within walking distance of a storied 16th-century Ottoman mosque.”
8.5Verified guest“Breakfast was very versatile but could be a bit better value for money. Staff were friendly and helpful, room service was really good, and everything was clean.”
04 — Location
Getting around Istanbul
The property sits in Istanbul.
Grand Bazaar: A 5-minute walk from the hotel, the Grand Bazaar is one of the world's largest and oldest covered markets, with thousands of shops selling everything from carpets to spices.
Hagia Sophia: About a 10-minute drive away, this 6th-century marvel is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a must-see for its massive dome and Byzantine mosaics.
Tram Line: The nearest tram stop is just steps from the hotel, offering quick access to Sultanahmet, Topkapi Palace, and the Spice Bazaar.
Gencturk Cad-Sirvanizade Sok.No5-Vezneciler, 5, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, 34134, Türkiye
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 14:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 107 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is until 12:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, parking is available on site. Valet parking is also offered for a fee.
Does the hotel offer an airport shuttle?
Yes, a paid airport shuttle is available.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at this hotel.
What dining options does the hotel have?
The hotel has a restaurant, a lobby bar, and offers in-room breakfast, packed lunches, and special diet menus.
The bottom line
Holiday Inn Istanbul Old City By Ihg delivers a reliable, comfortable stay in the old city with excellent service and an easy tram connection to the sights. It's a solid pick for travellers who value convenience and a good night's sleep over atmospheric surroundings.
8.5Based on 1,171 guest reviews and our own analysis.
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