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Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City

Sultanahmet | 60 m from Martinenz Hotel | 3.2 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 6 minutes walk to Emin Palace Hotel
SpaSpa
Swimming PoolSwimming Pool
GymGym
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Property featuring an indoor pool & spa Property featuring an indoor pool & spa
This 5 Star Hotel in Istanbul is located in Sultanahmet. Full Address of property is Balabanaga Mahallesi, Fethibe View On Map Key amenities of this property are Spa & Swimming Pool & Gym.
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Very Good3.9

Based on 40 Ratings and 10 reviews

Facilities3

Cleanliness2.5

(40 Ratings)

7,368

+ 589 taxes & fees

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Prestige Hotel Old City

Sultanahmet | 40 m from Martinenz Hotel | 3.2 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 10 minutes walk to Beyazt
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
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Location of the Hotel is Sultanahmet View On Map (Koska St. No: 6 Laleli - Fatih 34130). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Elevator/Lift.
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Very Good3.6

Based on 132 Ratings and 0 reviews

Location3.9

Cleanliness3.9

Room3.6

Hospitality3.7

Value For Money1.9

(132 Ratings)

6,954

6,259

+ 1,112 taxes & fees

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Sahinler Hotel

Sultanahmet | 50 m from Martinenz Hotel | 3.1 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 6 minutes walk to Grand Anatolia Hotel
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
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Full Address of property is Koska Caddesi No. 8, Laleli View On Map Key amenities of this property are Elevator/Lift.
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Very Good3.5

Based on 193 Ratings and 0 reviews

Location4.2

Cleanliness3.5

Hospitality3.5

(193 Ratings)

2,958

2,751

+ 601 taxes & fees

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Hotel Bazaar

Sultanahmet | 60 m from Martinenz Hotel | 3.1 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 10 minutes walk to DOLPHIN HOTEL
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Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
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Location of the Hotel is Sultanahmet View On Map (Ordu Caddesi No:59 Laleli Fatih). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Bar & Elevator/Lift.
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Good3.3

(29 Ratings)

3,373

2,825

+ 608 taxes & fees

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Dosso Dossi Hotels Yenikapi

Sultanahmet | 590 m from Martinenz Hotel | 4.1 km drive to Galata Tower | 2 minutes walk to Yenikapı
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GymGym
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
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This 4 Star Hotel in Istanbul is located in Sultanahmet. Full Address of property is Aksaray, Langa Bostanlari Sk. No:24, 34096 Fatih/Istanbul, Turkiye, Sultanahmet View On Map Key amenities of this property are Spa & Gym & Elevator/Lift.
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Very Good4.2

(27 Ratings)

7,680

3,885

+ 714 taxes & fees

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Ramada Istanbul Grand Bazaar

Sultanahmet | 390 m from Martinenz Hotel | 3.5 km drive to Galata Tower | 3 minutes walk to BEETHOVEN HOTEL
JacuzziJacuzzi
SpaSpa
GymGym
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Includes sauna services Includes sauna services
Location of the Hotel is Sultanahmet View On Map (Gencturk Caddesi Sirvanizade Sokak, Vezneciler Cd. No:11, 34134 Fatih Istanbul, Turkiye, Sirvanizade Sokak). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Jacuzzi & Spa & Gym.
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Good3.3

Based on 55 Ratings and 24 reviews

Facilities2.6

Room4.3

Cleanliness4.3

Value For Money2.3

(55 Ratings)

6,445

5,416

+ 650 taxes & fees

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Hanchi Hostel

Sultanahmet | 830 m from Martinenz Hotel | 2.6 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 2 minutes walk to DOLPHIN HOTEL
Beds In A Hostel
| Sleeps 2 Guests
Free Wi-FiFree Wi-Fi
Shared Kitchen
SafeSafe
Breakfast Included
This 3 Star Hostel in Istanbul is located in Sultanahmet. Full Address of property is 11 Samsa Sokak View On Map Key amenities of this property are Free Wi-Fi & Shared Kitchen & Safe.
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Very Good4.0

(1779 Ratings)

2,135

+ 256 taxes & fees

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Grand Beyazit Hotel Old City

Sultanahmet | 580 m from Martinenz Hotel | 2.4 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 4 minutes walk to Beyazıt
SpaSpa
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
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Location of the Hotel is Sultanahmet View On Map (Mithatpaa Cad. Abuhayat Sk. No: 5 Beyazit). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Spa & Elevator/Lift.
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Very Good3.7

Based on 143 Ratings and 0 reviews

Hospitality3.9

Room3.5

Cleanliness3.7

(143 Ratings)

7,527

7,000

+ 1,556 taxes & fees

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Hamitbey Hotel

Sultanahmet | 570 m from Martinenz Hotel | 4.1 km drive to Galata Tower | 2 minutes walk to Yenikapı
SpaSpa
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
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This 4 Star Hotel in Istanbul is located in Sultanahmet. Full Address of property is Langabostanlari Sokak No 18 View On Map Key amenities of this property are Spa & Elevator/Lift.
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Excellent4.5

Based on 48 Ratings and 0 reviews

Hospitality4.6

Room4.4

Cleanliness4.6

(48 Ratings)

4,700

4,371

+ 1,105 taxes & fees

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Grand Marcello Hotel

Sultanahmet | 220 m from Martinenz Hotel | 4.2 km drive to Galata Tower | 9 minutes walk to Star City Hotel
SpaSpa
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
Breakfast Included
Location of the Hotel is Sultanahmet View On Map (Sait Efendi Sok No 23 Mesihpasa Mah, Fatih). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Spa & Elevator/Lift.
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Excellent4.4

(57 Ratings)

5,605

4,752

+ 897 taxes & fees

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Almina Inn Hotel

Sultanahmet | 650 m from Martinenz Hotel | 2.7 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 1.1 km drive to Emin Palace Hotel
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in
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This 4 Star Hotel in Istanbul is located in Sultanahmet. Full Address of property is Saraç Ishak Mollabey Sk. No:12/9001 Beyazit, Fatih View On Map Key amenities of this property are Elevator/Lift.
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Very Good4.0

(43 Ratings)

3,467

2,939

+ 555 taxes & fees

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Samir Deluxe Hotel

Sultanahmet | 190 m from Martinenz Hotel | 3.4 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 1.2 km drive to Sagcanlar Hotel
BarBar
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
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Location of the Hotel is Sultanahmet View On Map (Buyuk Resitpasa Cad. Ahmet Suayip Sok. No:22 Beyazit). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Bar & Elevator/Lift.
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Very Good3.8

Based on 73 Ratings and 0 reviews

Hospitality4

Room3.8

Cleanliness4

(73 Ratings)

10,657

+ 1,279 taxes & fees

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Parmada Hotel Old City

Sultanahmet | 310 m from Martinenz Hotel | 3.6 km drive to Galata Tower | About a minute walk to Aksaray Tram Station
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Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
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This 4 Star Hotel in Istanbul is located in Sultanahmet. Full Address of property is Kemalpasa Mah Ordu Cad No 74 Laleli, Fatih View On Map Key amenities of this property are Bar & Elevator/Lift.
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Very Good4.0

Based on 21 Ratings and 0 reviews

Hospitality3.9

Cleanliness3.9

(21 Ratings)

5,344

4,970

+ 1,118 taxes & fees

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Radisson Hotel President Old Town Istanbul

Sultanahmet | 730 m from Martinenz Hotel | 2.1 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 3 minutes walk to DOLPHIN HOTEL
JacuzziJacuzzi
SpaSpa
Swimming PoolSwimming Pool
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This property has bigger room options This property has bigger room options
Location of the Resort is Sultanahmet View On Map (Beyazıt, Tiyatro Cd. No:25, 34126 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey). Top Facilities of this Resort are Jacuzzi & Spa & Swimming Pool.
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Very Good4.2

(4057 Ratings)

7,610

+ 913 taxes & fees

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Hotel Zurich Istanbul

Sultanahmet | 280 m from Martinenz Hotel | 3.5 km drive to Hagia Sophia | About a minute walk to BEETHOVEN HOTEL
SpaSpa
BarBar
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
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This 4 Star Hotel in Istanbul is located in Sultanahmet. Full Address of property is Vidinli Tevfik Pasa Cad. No:14 View On Map Key amenities of this property are Spa & Bar & Elevator/Lift.
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Very Good3.5

Based on 269 Ratings and 0 reviews

Hospitality3.5

Room3.5

Cleanliness3.7

Value For Money2.3

(269 Ratings)

6,492

6,038

+ 1,320 taxes & fees

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Vera Life Hotel

Sultanahmet | 890 m from Martinenz Hotel | 2.0 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 2 minutes walk to Beyazıt-Kapalıçarşı
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
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Location of the Hotel is Sultanahmet View On Map (Sucu Baki Sk.). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Elevator/Lift.
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Excellent4.4

(24 Ratings)

4,725

+ 567 taxes & fees

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Edition Old City Hotel

Sultanahmet | 480 m from Martinenz Hotel | 2.5 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 9 minutes walk to Metrolux Hotel
SpaSpa
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
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This 4 Star Hotel in Istanbul is located in Sultanahmet. Full Address of property is Sekbanbasi Sk. View On Map Key amenities of this property are Spa & Elevator/Lift.
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Very Good4.1

(12 Ratings)

6,472

6,019

+ 1,345 taxes & fees

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Kent Hotel Istanbul

Sultanahmet | 290 m from Martinenz Hotel | 2.7 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 6 minutes walk to Beyazt
BarBar
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
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Location of the Hotel is Sultanahmet View On Map (Ordu Cad. No:29 Beyazit). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Bar & Elevator/Lift.
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Excellent4.3

Based on 311 Ratings and 0 reviews

Hospitality4.2

Room4.3

Cleanliness4.4

Value For Money4

(311 Ratings)

9,113

8,475

+ 1,823 taxes & fees

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Ahmet Efendi Konagi

Sultanahmet | 840 m from Martinenz Hotel | 2.6 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 10 minutes walk to Grand Anatolia Hotel
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
Free Cancellation
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This 4 Star Hotel in Istanbul is located in Sultanahmet. Full Address of property is Ördekli Bakkal Sokak View On Map Key amenities of this property are Elevator/Lift.
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Excellent4.3

(284 Ratings)

3,956

3,679

+ 828 taxes & fees

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Niles Hotel Istanbul - Special Class

Sultanahmet | 650 m from Martinenz Hotel | 2.1 km drive to Hagia Sophia | 3 minutes walk to Beyazıt
GymGym
BarBar
Elevator/LiftElevator/Lift
Free Cancellation
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Location of the Hotel is Sultanahmet View On Map (Ordu Caddesi Dibekli Cami Sokak No: 13 Beyazit). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Gym & Bar & Elevator/Lift.
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Excellent4.5

Based on 1001 Ratings and 0 reviews

Hospitality4.8

Room4.4

Cleanliness4.6

(1001 Ratings)

5,371

4,943

+ 1,076 taxes & fees

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