Optimist Hotel

Old City Sultanahmet

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Sat, 7 Nov

Check-out:

Sun, 8 Nov

Guests:

2 adults

0 children

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7.6

339 reviews

Istanbul

Hotels

3 stars

Optimist Hotel Istanbul

Optimist Hotel

Offering luggage storage and a restaurant, the 3-star Optimist Hotel Istanbul lies in the Old City Sultanahmet district of Istanbul, around 25 minutes' walk from the refurbished Arap Mosque and merely 0.7 km from The museum of the ancient Orient. With 5 rooms overlooking Blue Mosque, this Istanbul hotel is situated within 10 minutes' drive of Dolmabahce Palace.

The hotel lies merely 1.1 km from Halberdiers Courtyard and a short way from the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum. The Optimist Istanbul is also just 650 metres from such natural sights as the historical urban Gulhane Park. Popular wellness places in the area include Cagaloglu Hamami Public Bath which stands only 8 minutes' walk away. The property is located just a few steps from Sirkeci train station, while Big Tours Istanbul bus stop is 400 metres away.

Offering views of Blue Mosque, the rooms at the Optimist feature a flat-screen cable-TV as well as a minibar and tea/coffee making equipment to ensure a relaxing experience. They also have private bathrooms. Guests are welcome to use a hairdryer and bath sheets in the private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower.

Optimist Hotel is about 5 minutes on foot from The Han Restaurant serving Mediterranean dishes.

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Amenities

Main Features

Free Wi-Fi
24-hour services
Express check-in/ -out
Spa and relaxation
On-site Dining
No Smoking
Air conditioning
No pets allowed

Facilities

General:

Non-smoking rooms
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Currency exchange
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Dining:

Electric kettle
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Packed lunches

Leisure & Sports:

Jacuzzi

Services:

Paid airport shuttle
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service

Room Amenities:

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Free toiletries
Parquet floor

Policy

Check-in: from 14:00 until 23:59

Check-out: until 12:00

Licence number2022-34-1426

Children and extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.

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Local Attractions

Attractions

Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar Convention & Exhibition Center (4.9 km)
Istanbul Congress Center (4.9 km)
Topkapi Palace (1 km)
Istanbul Modern Art Museum (2.4 km)
Hippodrome (200 m)
Blue Mosque (150 m)
Taksim Square (3.6 km)
Suleymaniye Mosque (1.5 km)
Archeological Museum (950 m)

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (43 km)

Train stations

Sultanahmet Tram Station (400 m)

Reviews

Our reviews

7 reviews

8.4 /10

Alison

2023-10-24

8/10

The double room was romantic and new-fashioned, with climate control, free wireless internet, and a terrace. The place had a quiet atmosphere.

Ian

2023-09-16

8/10

We had a big size and absolutely fantastic room with twin beds and everything was perfect. Besides, the location was marvellous for our stay, within 15 minutes' walk of an Ottoman - era Friday mosque.

David

2023-09-10

8/10

Thank you for a good stay. The units were lovely romantic with a view. The staff is absolutely kind, excellent.

Shane

2023-08-21

8/10

Charming small hotel located adjacent to Bazaar districts, the "hippodrome" and the most important tourist attractions. Brand-new and big room, comfortable bed. Great breakfast items; extremely helpful and best staff. Perfect and best possible location for our visit to an Ottoman - era Friday mosque not very far from the property.

Ian

2023-08-16

8/10

Delicious breakfast for all tastes with several dishes and fresh orange juice and leftover pizza.

Rather noisy staff!

Elizabeth

2023-06-27

8/10

Possibly the best and very very good stay during our 3 nights in Istanbul. The amiable staff working throughout the hotel. Perfect & brand-new unit with view to the obelisks❤

Barry

2023-03-24

8/10

Very good experience there. Ideal hotel with brand-new rooms, delightful views of the sea. Delicious and great breakfast with plenty of choice.