Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG

4.0 star property
Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Grand Bazaar

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Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed
Exterior
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Spa
  • Room service

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Gencturk Cad. Sirvanizade Sokak No. 5, Vezneciler-Fatih, Istanbul, 34134
  • Place, Grand Bazaar
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2

King Suite With Jaccuzi

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Room With Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 3

Accessible Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Queen Room With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Room with 2 Single Beds

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Suite With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

2 Single Beds Standard Single Sofa Bed

  • Sleeps 3

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About the area

Istanbul

Istanbul City Center stay.Your stay at this Istanbul City Center hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Grand Bazaar and Egyptian Bazaar. Walled Obelisk and Hagia Sophia are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Grand Bazaar - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Galata Tower - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Blue Mosque - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 5 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • Aksaray Tram Station - 5 min walk
  • Vezneciler Subway Station - 6 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Laleli İskender - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Asuman Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Libyano cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Diana Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coffee Beethoven - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG

Family-friendly 4-star hotel near Grand Bazaar
Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG offers its guests a full-service spa and a fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center, 3 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. Event space at this hotel measures 1076 square feet (100 square meters) and includes conference space. Spa services, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the family-friendly Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG. An area shuttle within 40 kilometers and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This Beaux Arts Istanbul hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 107 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 1076 sq ft of conference space
  • 100 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1995
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG offers 107 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 55-cm LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Sportive Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open select days.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 40 km
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (EUR 10 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 19 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-cm LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Due to local traffic restrictions, vehicle access to the property is not available 10 AM-9 PM. Cars with non-citizen license plates can enter the area by showing their reservation confirmation to officers at the entrance locations.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 19 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Covered valet parking fee: EUR 10.00 per day
  • A late check-out fee will be charged

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

Property Registration Number 4845

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 407 out of 828 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 828 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 82 out of 828 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 828 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 828 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rasib

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Friendly staff. Aynur (room service) was very friendly and caring.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thiruchelvam

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kalugamage AR

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jitendra Thakorlal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, good location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was good, clean, location is nice, breakfast was good, was also good for dinner. The staff was SPECTACULAR! I had an accident during the trip and the hotel manager was amazing, he arranged everything (ambulance, hospital, translated..), the entire staff was always there to help, they really made the difference! I have no words to describe this team of people, they are above and beyond.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheshank

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Akram, Roma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except for the restaurant on the property, that was not very good. But there are many great options within a 10 min walk
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nihal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janna

Business traveller, Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good hospitality

The hospitality of waiters was very nice, the bartender was very polite. The hotel is clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karim

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Short stay

The room is clean, staffs are friendly. However breakfast is very expensive €27 for 2 person per day should have more selection.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shoaib

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent location

It's a great hotel with ideal location. Most tourist places are nearby in wlaiking distance. We enjoyed our stay. Breakfast was 5 star
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Holiday Inn in Istanbul

It was pleasant and the location is good. Good breakfast. staff was helpful and friendly. Comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

adam

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No parking in the area, Police will not allow the cars to come in front of the hotel even though we had a paper from the hotel to allowing us. Everyone is rude, WiFi is very slow and works only 2 hours a day. I don’t recommend this place at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Smart and clean

Smart clean hotel close to tram and city attract
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

MOHAMMED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay is pleasant and comfortable. Breakfast has a good spread of varieties.Front desk staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Abu, dhaka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Hotel is clean. We must say that hotel staff was very well-behaved. Room is small. Very limited amenities in bathrooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024