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Hotel Empress Zoe

Hotel with bar/lounge, near Hagia Sophia

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Front of property
Outdoor dining
Economy Twin Room | Free WiFi
Suite, Terrace | Terrace/patio
View from property

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Bar/lounge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • LCD TV

Room options

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Standard Double Room, Garden View | Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Garden Suite | Free WiFi

Deluxe Garden Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Living room
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Suite, Garden View | Living room | LCD TV

Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room | Free WiFi

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room | Free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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Penthouse, Terrace | Living area | LCD TV

Penthouse, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Sofa bed - unspecified
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Garden Suite | Free WiFi

Garden Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Day bed
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Economy Twin Room | Free WiFi

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Terrace | Free WiFi

Double Room, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room | Living area | LCD TV

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Family Double Room | Free WiFi

Family Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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Suite, Terrace | Free WiFi

Suite, Terrace

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

Free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cankurtaran Mah. Akbiyik Cad. No 10, Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Blue Mosque - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sultanahmet Square - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 56 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 60 min drive
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 2 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 12 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 21 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 8 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 10 min walk
  • Cemberlitas Station - 12 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Seven Hills Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Shadow Bar Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Terrace Four Seasons Hotel Sultanahmet - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Seafront Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Palatium Cafe & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Empress Zoe

Hotel Empress Zoe features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Hagia Sophia. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and free buffet breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM. Other features include a terrace and a garden. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sultanahmet Station is 8 minutes and Gulhane Station is 10 minutes.

Languages

English, French, Turkish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 22 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–11:00 AM
  • Bar/lounge

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Library

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Hotel Empress Zoe Istanbul
Empress Zoe Istanbul
Empress Zoe
Empress Zoe Hotel Istanbul
Hotel Empress Zoe Hotel
Hotel Empress Zoe Istanbul
Hotel Empress Zoe Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Empress Zoe offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Empress Zoe does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Empress Zoe?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Empress Zoe?
No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Empress Zoe?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Empress Zoe?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Hotel Empress Zoe and nearby?
Hotel Empress Zoe has a garden.
What's the area around Hotel Empress Zoe like?
Hotel Empress Zoe is in Sultanahmet, a short 8-minute walk from Sultanahmet Station and 4 minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia.

Hotel Empress Zoe Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Ben, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Micah, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Empress Zoe is a Turkish hotel not an americanized lodge. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The garden breakfast is great. Its location in the Sultanamet is terrific-- just minutes from Hagia Sofia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi palace and the cistern. Second time I have stayed there. Love it. One word of wording though, the hotel has 4 or 5 stories and no elevator. While the helpful staff will take your bags up and down, you must climb a wonder spiral staircase. I would not have it any other way but for those who do not like stairs, this is not your hotel.
Larry, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved Hotel Empress Zoe, the staff and the location! Great views and walkable to many must see sights.
Darcy, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Charming, lack of an elevator means it’s not for everyone. Amazing staff, the penthouse suite on the roof is one of a kind
Samuel, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was exceptional and close to all of the sites. The room and courtyard was like an oasis in the middle of the bustling tourist area. The staff was always friendly and very helpful. One the best stays in our vacation history.
CALVIN, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great location, so close to everything. Lovely staff who were all very helpful. Gorgeous little garden to have breakfast in each morning. Highly recommend this hotel.
Amanda, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Russell, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Empress Zoe. Stayed 1 week. Area is great. Locals are great. Walkable to everywhere. Airport pickup and drop off was arranged by the hotel for 55 euros. But upon my checkout I did not have 55 Euros only Turkish Lira. The front desk said it was fine and took 1800 in Turkish Lira which is double the amount. When I asked for the receipt the front desk lady told me she doesn't have one. It felt dishonest and I left the hotel feeling cheated. I also had other uncomfortable experiences at the hotel, would not stay there again but definitely would go back to Istanbul and visit the city again.
Sonia, 5-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The room was incredible. It was super cozy and had windows that opened. The mattress was the best! Breakfast was available with seating in the courtyard. The hotel staff were very helpful. I needed help confirming a flight change and they called and handled it for me. The location is good, but there are a lot of restaurant hawkers that will pester you on your way to the sights. The rooms aren't handicap accessible... actually, the whole street isn't handicap-friendly (not the hotel's fault). The rooms are very quiet, but there's a minaret outside that announces prayer that can be annoying to some people.
Amanda, 3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great location. Close to everything but quiet. Very helpful and friendly staff. Tasty breakfast and charming decor.
Tracy, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

An oasis in Istanbul. A lovely hotel full of character with a quiet garden courtyard.
Wendy, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The Hotel Zoe is located right in the heart of historic Sultanahmet Istanbul. In fact the remains of a 700 year old bath house is located right next door and its less than a five minute walk from the hotel to the Blue Mosque. The hotel is brimming with character. The rooms are spotless and the staff was extremely friendly and welcoming.
GRAHAM, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Truly recommended
marine, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had an amazing stay at the Hotel Empress Zoe. Great location with comfortable and unique rooms. The staff from the front desk to the cafe were extremely friendly and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Would highly recommend this hotel.
Maxwell, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at Hotel Empress Zoe! Everyone was extremely friendly and the hotel itself is so charming. They made it easy to get to and from the airport and even arranged for a covid test at the hotel. Have a glass of wine by the fireplace at night, and definitely don't sleep on the breakfast, it's delicious! We'll be staying here the next time we're in Istanbul.
Emil, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

couldn't recommend more. great location, great staff. Next to historic byzantine building.
Jaime, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Good stay but too small
Cozy and nice place, but sadly too small and narrow, stairs are impossible with any luggage, you feel like workers are stalking you all times and standing and watching you since the place is smaller. Breakfast is ok for that touristic area.
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Delightful, characterful, excellent location
We stayed twice - the first time had a small but cosy garden view room with a balcony- most atmospheric sitting on balcony listening to ships' fog horns. The second time we took a lovely family room - despite being on the street side it was quiet (November). Tasty fresh breakfast. Covid 'regs' well implemented when we were there. Plenty of guidebooks and reading matter in reception, helpful staff.
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nicholas, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel that was clean and comfortable. Excellent location. Staff were wonderful. There are stairs if you have ant mobility problems
Barb, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is in a great neighborhood close to historic attractions. The staff was very nice and helpful. A delicious breakfast was provided daily and the rooms were really comfortable. Overall I would highly recommend this hotel.
Steven, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was friendly and pleasant
Álvaro, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice historical building at the convenient location. If you are not into luxury stay but like to feel authentic Istanbul - this place is for you!
Ilya, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly service and a relaxing, authentic place in a great location. The mist shower is to die for!
Philipp, 2-night trip
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