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Dara Old City Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Grand Bazaar

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An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, featuring a sunset view.
A park with a tulip garden and walking paths.
A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a chandelier.
A multi-story building with a prominent 'DARA CITY' sign on the facade.
A rooftop terrace with a round table and chairs, offering a view of a cityscape including a mosque and a minaret.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service

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Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi, Su Terazisi Sokak. No: 25 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a phone, and a mirror.

Standard Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a mirror, and a remote control on the nightstand.

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, and a small table with a vase of flowers.

Standard Triple Room

  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Istanbul

Heart of Istanbul.With a stay at this Sultanahmet hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Grand Bazaar and 2 miles (3 km) of Egyptian Bazaar. Süleymaniye Mosque is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Little Hagia Sophia - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Cemberlitas Station - 7 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 12 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Art Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • Evin Unlu Mamulleri
  • ‪Buhara 93 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Arch Bistro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Garden 1897 Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Dara Old City Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Grand Bazaar
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Dara Old City Hotel. A complete renovation of Dara Old City Hotel was completed in June 2020.

This 3.5-star Istanbul hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2009
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
Dara Old City Hotel offers 27 accommodations with minibars and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. 17-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, bidets, and hair dryers.

This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • 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
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 17-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heated floor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Dara Old City Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 55 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 60)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. No onsite parking is available. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. 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.

Property Registration Number 2022-34-1276

We should mention

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Dara Hotel Istanbul
Dara Istanbul
Hotel Dara
Hotel Dara Istanbul
Dara Hotel Istanbul
Dara Old City Hotel Hotel
Dara Old City Hotel Istanbul
Dara Old City Hotel Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dara Old City Hotel to the airport?

Dara Old City Hotel is 27.5 mi (64-min drive) away from the Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dara Old City Hotel?

As of Aug 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dara Old City Hotel on Aug 15, 2026 start from CA $75, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Dara Old City Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Dara Old City Hotel offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of EUR 55 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Dara Old City Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 12.1 mi (25-min drive) from Florya Beach.

Does Dara Old City Hotel offer free breakfast?

Dara Old City Hotel offers free buffet breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Dara Old City Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Dara Old City Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Dara Old City Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Dara Old City Hotel have a pool?

Dara Old City Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Dara Old City Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Dara Old City Hotel to downtown Istanbul?

Dara Old City Hotel is 0.8 mi away from Istanbul.

Dara Old City Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 31 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saly Mohamad youssef

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel location so good also the room cleaning
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mustafa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel quiet in middle of old city breakfast was good, staff were polite and helpful. highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mustafa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay at dara we were happy with service, staff were polite and very helpful. highly recomended.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Suzie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an immensely enjoyable stay at the Dara Old City hotel. We received such a warm welcome and the staff were friendly, accommodating and incredibly helpful. The location is excellent, just a few minutes walk from the Hippodrome. The rooftop restaurant has lovely views and is the perfect place to unwind and watch the sunset after a busy day sightseeing. Would definitely recommend and we hope to return one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very short walks to most important places like H-Sophia, Blue Mosque, Cistern and many more. Didnt have to take a bus nor taxi at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis Henrique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shahzad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stars of the hotel were the staff. Very friendly, knowledgeable and professional they always went the extra mile. Very clean room and great location all the main attractions within walking distance and great link for public transport. Very highly recommended this hotel. If I can give them more than 5 stars I would’ve done it 7⭐️
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shazia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Maygyul

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got 2 rooms ( one for my family and other for my parents). One for my parents rooms we waiting to check in at 10 pm and then that room didn’t have curtains and it smelled very baddd like something rotten. Very unpleasant hotel with smelly rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Amina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have booked 2 quadruples rooms paied and asked for high floors When my parents arrived late night they didnt find our both quadruple rooms (large rooms) and they give my old parents small tiny uncomfortable room, stinky rooms, This is so desapointing, my parent feel ill, and it wasfor their 80 years birthday, this is shameful!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sezgin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Personeel uitstekend. Kamers helaas slecht. Ontbijt is van 08:00 tot 10:00. Rond 08:40 is er geen roerbak ei meer over.....
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Taek suk

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

비추천

직원들은 친절하였으나 룸과 욕실이 많이 작고 좁아 불편했어요 씻기도 불편해서 세수만 하고 잠만 겨우 자고 바로 체크아웃
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
هو راس منتصف جبل لا يستطيع اي انسان المشي بحريه
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Thank you very much

Hi there, I enjoyed my stay at the hotel, the staff (sorry, I can't remember all their names) were extremely helpful to which they went out of their way whenever I had a query. I am hoping their Manager appreciates, values them in every way possible and rewards them with plenty of bonuses for all their efforts. The terrace was a fantastic view to see all the Masjids and the sea view. To all the Dara Hotel staff - Thank you very much once again and I apologise if I did not manage to say goodbye to all of you.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vriendelijke en zeer behulpzame personeel, kamers iets aan de kleine kant maar wel schoon en netjes. Maar over het algemeen een goed hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Hakan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yuliia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Antonia

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Antonia

Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Yasir

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Thiago

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Isra

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

DARA

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Marco

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021