Featuring a currency exchange and a cash machine, Optimist Hotel Istanbul lies in the Old City Sultanahmet district, just 0.7 km from Hagia Sophia Museum. Staying here you can use Wi-Fi in the rooms and a private parking garage nearby.
Located just a 10-minute walk from Sirkeci railway station, the hotel stands not so far from Topkapi Palace harem. The superb Istanbul Archaeology Museums is around 5 minutes by car from this 3-star hotel, while Big Tours Istanbul bus stop is around 5 minutes' walk away. New Mosque is within 25 minutes' walk of the accommodation. For those travelling from afar, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 48 minutes' drive away.
The rooms at the Optimist feature a writing table, along with soundproof windows for guests' convenience. Also, there are a mini fridge bar and coffee/tea making facilities as well as smoke detectors provided. The private bathrooms are appointed with a hair dryer and toiletries. They offer views of the city.
Guests can have breakfast in the restaurant every morning. This Istanbul hotel is close to the barbecue Sultanmehmet Lokanta.
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8.3
Very Good
Based on 434 reviews
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Facilities
Internet access
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Parking
Parking
Shuttle service
Paid airport shuttle
Services
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
24-hour security
Currency exchange
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Eating places
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Kitchen features
Electric kettle
Children facilities
Cots
Leisure facilities
Jacuzzi
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities
Bathroom features
Free toiletries
Devices
Flat-screen TV
Decor
Parquet floor
General facilities
Non-smoking rooms
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Pets
No pets allowed
8.3
Very Good
Based on 434 reviews
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Location
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Attractions
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Transportation
Local attractions
Hagia Sophia Museum
550 m
Mosaic Museum
250 m
Archeological Museum
950 m
Cistern Art Gallery
150 m
Istanbul Modern Art Museum
2.4 km
Topkapi Palace
1 km
Walled Obelisk
50 m
Airports
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International
43 km
Train stations
Sultanahmet Tram Station
400 m
8.3
Very Good
Based on 434 reviews
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The rooms at the Optimist feature a writing table, along with soundproof windows for guests' convenience. Also, there are a mini fridge bar and coffee/tea making facilities as well as smoke detectors provided. The private bathrooms are appointed with a hair dryer and toiletries. They offer views of the city.
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8.3
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John
2023-12-19
8/10
The room was big size, it had a shower, a hair dryer, and bath sheets. The location was marvellous, you can visit Ataturk by walking.
Rob
2023-09-30
7/10
Clean place with pretty friendly staff. Perfect and new-fashioned rooms available with view to the obelisks, the AC, as for instance. Amazing location a 10-15 minute walk from a functioning mosque. Also, located in the center of downtown. Good overall experience.
Chris
2023-09-24
9/10
The room was modern and romantic, complete with a good view and big windows plus traditional Turkish style. Excellent services were available. We got extra heater
Ken
2023-09-10
8/10
Everything was fine, I recommend. I really enjoyed the food, it was good! The rooms were modern and brand-new with unforgettable view at blue mosque kept by the very friendly staff.
Frank
2023-09-01
8/10
the staff were exceptionally pleasant and incredibly nice all the time. the location was magnificent, just next door to an enormous palace.
Joseph
2023-08-25
9/10
The rooms themselves were new-fashioned and perfect with a good view. The location was perfect and best possible there, close to historic city center.
Michael
2023-07-26
7/10
Everyone was efficient as well as host. Had a great breakfast, a perfect room with a beautiful view of the sea.
John
2023-07-18
7/10
Clean and fantastic place, has exceptional views of the sea. The hotel is in the central location right at the historical centre. For tea and goodies visit Grand Vezir, located close by. As for me the food is great, and they have a wide array of meals.
Roger
2023-07-06
9/10
Romantic, brand-new room with an excellent view, quiet atmosphere. Magnificent and stunning location, 10 minutes' walk to an ancient roman column. Also, as close to attractions.
Anthony
2023-06-20
8/10
It had a quiet atmosphere and provided outstanding service. Our room was brand-new and absolutely perfect, included with unforgettable view at Blue Mosque, sofa, as for instance, had a real good stay. The hotel was in a central setting very close to the Sultan Ahmed tram station.
Jamie
2023-06-15
8/10
Delicious and great breakfast, fairly clean and ideal hotel. Cozy area, central location not far from travel links and blue mosque, and very many sights. For tea or coffee visit Grand Vezir nearby. Good sleep in a big bed, new-fashioned and perfect room. Pretty friendly and amiable staff, good stay.
Spencer
2023-05-15
9/10
I thoroughly enjoyed this small hotel for its quiet atmosphere and pleasant staff. The room was big size and absolutely fantastic, exceptionally comfortable bed. The service was excellent in my opinion. Besides, I parked nearby. It was in a marvellous location right next to Ataturk.
Henry
2023-05-05
7/10
The location was great, for example, a Roman triumphal column was at a moderate distance from the hotel. A bazaar and shops were right next door. Really enjoyed having free Wi-Fi and coffee in the brand-new and reasonably spacious room...
Geoffrey
2023-03-14
9/10
Overall very good stay during our 3 nights in Istanbul. Small hotel with really friendly staff and delightful views of the sea. Plenty of outstanding food. Excellent and amazing location, at a walking distance from a functioning mosque. Found in a cozy area just off the famous mosques, in the city center, and 2 stops from the metro mayramar, 3 stops from eminoe ferry terminal, 4 stops from galatan.
Charlie
2022-04-10
7/10
i liked perfect staff and location. totally perfect experience.
Allen
2022-01-13
7/10
The location was unbeatable, within walking distance of a superb museum. The staff was helpful and I had a late checkout: )
Charles
2021-05-27
9/10
Perfectly fine features and top location. Extra comfortable room with very comfy beds. The atmosphere created here was very friendly. Try freshly cooked dishes served at the outdoor restaurant.
Jim
2021-04-25
7/10
The place was fairly clean, I loved its staff and location. Lots of supplies in the room: terrace and coffee.
John
2021-03-03
7/10
It was worth its 3 stars. There was seven hills restaurant, max 10 mins walk to, appreciated their meals...
Charles
2020-11-16
9/10
We had a GREAT stay. The staff helped us with every question, it was nice. We loved it.
