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Side Hotel
Situated just a 6-minute walk from Sultanahmet District, Side Hotel Istanbul includes 20 rooms with views of the city. The hotel features Wi-Fi throughout the property.
The property stands close to Basilica Cistern, near a train station. The modern Galata Bridge is around 25 minutes' walk away, while the great Hagia Sophia Museum is merely 5 minutes' walk from this 2-star hotel. There is Taksim Gezi Park around 10 minutes' drive away, while Havatas transfer bus station just a minute's drive from the accommodation. For those travelling from afar, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 48 minutes' drive away.
The rooms come with a mini-fridge-bar, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for guests' convenience. For your comfort, you will find a separate toilet, a shower, and a sink, along with a hairdryer and towels.
A sun terrace and a shared lounge are available for additional fees.
The Side features a continental breakfast. This property has a bar with free WiFi and a TV. Guests can enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Le Safran restaurant, situated about a 5-minute walk from the accommodation.
Amenities
Main Features
- Wi-Fi
- 24-hour services
- Express check-in/ -out
- Child-friendly
- Air conditioning
- No pets allowed
Facilities
- 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
- Vending machines
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
- Sun terrace
- Leisure/ TV room
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Fax/Photocopying
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Free toiletries
- Sink
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Cots
- Parquet floor
Policy
Map
Local Attractions
Attractions
- Sultanahmet Arkeolojik Park (200 m)
- Taksim Square (3.5 km)
- Bootsrundfahrt in Istanbul (1.7 km)
- Cappadicia hot balloon (300 m)
- Obelisk of Theodosius (350 m)
- Akbiyik Cami (300 m)
- Sultanahmet District (300 m)
- Tomb of Sultan Ahmet (250 m)
- Istanbul Modern Art Museum (2.2 km)
Airports
- Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (44 km)
Train stations
- Cankurtaran Train Station (300 m)
Reviews
100% Verified Reviews
William
2023-10-25
Beautifully decorated and bright rooms with a glorious view as well as a double bed, felt like home. The price was £ 42.
Martin
2023-10-20
The twin/double room is amazing and has a mini-bar, central heating, and a flat-screen TV with cable channels.
Leslie
2023-10-05
My twin/double room had a minibar, central heating, and a flat-screen TV with cable channels.
George
2023-09-05
We stayed here for 4 nights and thoroughly enjoyed the place. We had a real good stay in Istanbul. Our triple room came with with bath. The location was absolutely perfect - just 5 minutes' walk from a Holy mosque. The hotel was in a very practical area, right by Sultanahmet Square.
David
2023-08-14
Simple and fairly clean place, exceptional view of the sea.
Norman
2023-08-08
Amazing, big unit with comfy beds, fridge, the terrace.
Laura
2023-08-06
I lovely spend 3 nights in Istanbul. Marvellous and lovely location near the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, bars and restaurants were near to the hotel. A cool bonus was Magnaura Cafe & Restaurant, located nearby, it offered tea and coffee.
Brenda
2023-08-03
Fairly clean hotel in an excellent location with exceptional views of the sea. Pretty friendly and accommodating staff, beautiful economy triple room.
Maurice
2023-07-18
The rooms were immaculately clean and bright and view of the sea was exceptional. Air conditioning and a small sofa were much appreciated.
William
2023-07-18
Amazing and tastefully decorated units with the terrace, large windows, a double bed.
Claire
2023-07-03
The staff - pleasant and very polite.
Gary
2023-06-26
Incredible and great-sized units available with a glorious view. Costs £ 42.
Barbara
2023-06-20
Best possible and top location to an Ottoman - era Friday mosque. Responsive staff, FREE OF CHARGE breakfast with a wide range of food.
Andy
2023-06-07
The hotel is simple and clean, the staff are attentive, location is amazing really near to aay Sofia mosque. The units are well decorated with shower. You will find climate control and a mini bar.
Martin
2023-05-01
Everything was great, including very polite staff and fantastic location in the centrum of Sultanahmet so 200 meters. Location: the hotel was so close to one more guy at the front desk, sightseeings, and Tram stations. Old City Sultanahmet district was worth staying in.
Frank
2023-04-24
The room was tastefully decorated and bright, and the bed was comfortable, will definitely go again next time. The hotel was clean and the location was magnificent very close to sightseeings. We loved the Turkish cuisine in the restaurant.
Michelle
2023-04-15
Make sure you stay in the twin/double room with a balcony and twin beds plus a glorious view.
Frank
2023-03-13
Generally it's a reasonably clean hotel with free of charge and satisfactory breakfasts.
Bill
2023-03-07
The twin/double room was incredible with safe and bath plus large windows. The staff was consistently courteous, responsive, no reason to complain. They really cared about us, helped with issues. The location of the hotel was perfect and best possible, really near to aay Sofia mosque😀
George
2023-02-23
The setting was quite magnificent and incredible within easy reach of a byzantine basilica museum.
John
2023-02-15
Excellent and absolutely perfect location for visiting Istanbul, it's close enough to the most popular landmarks in Istanbul such as Sultan Ahmet Cami, the tourist attractions and Tram stations and the SultanAhmet Square.
Darren
2023-01-05
The location is perfect and peaceful, within walking distance of Beach. Affable and pleasant staff as one would expect...
Benjamin
2022-12-23
Actually everything was perfect, my next choice again in Istanbul. I was happy, the economy triple room I booked came with bath as well as twin beds. It had very central location close to Sultanahmet District Public Square.
John
2022-12-09
Had private bathroom with all essentials.
Frequently asked questions
- 🕌Which landmarks are worth visiting during the stay at Side?Attractions near Side include the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum as well as the sultan Ahmed Blue Mosque, they can be reached with a 5 minutes' walk and an 11 minutes' walk respectively.
- ✈What is the distance between the 2-star Side Hotel Istanbul and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport?The distance between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport and the 2-star Side Hotel Istanbul is about 45 km (48-minute drive).
- ❓How do I arrive at the Side Hotel from the airport?Guests can order a bus shuttle to get to the Side Hotel from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport. It will take approximately 48 minutes.
- ❓Which railway station is the closest to the Istanbul hotel?The closest train station to the Istanbul hotel is Sirkeci, located within a 10-minute stroll.
- 🚎What transport stations are closest to the Side Hotel Istanbul?The closest bus station to the Side Hotel Istanbul is Havaist (250 metres).
- ❓What dining options are available during the stay in the Side?Unfortunately, the Side does not have on-site restaurants, but there is a variety of dining venues just outside the property - visit seafood restaurant Albura Kathisma Cafe & Restaurant (300 m) for the taste of Middle Eastern cuisine or En La Luna Terrace (50 m), which is popular for its Turkish dishes.
- ❓Do we get breakfast along with our room reservation at the Side Hotel?At the Side Hotel continental breakfast is included in the price. For more details, contact the hotel.
- ❓When is check-in time and check-out time at the hotel?Check-in time at the hotel is from 13:30, and check-out is until 11:00.
- 💵What is the price of a room at the Side Hotel?At the Side Hotel price for a room starts at $57.
- ❓What payment methods are used in the Side Hotel Istanbul?The Side Hotel Istanbul will only accept payment with cash.