Aruna Hotel

Hotel with bar/lounge, near Hagia Sophia

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Classic building with a corner entrance and decorative window frames.
Classic design with a large bed, wooden nightstand, and desk with chair.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the city and water from this balcony, featuring a tiled floor and comfortable seating area.
Step into the grand lobby, featuring a sweeping staircase and a beautifully designed reception area with a glass display case and lush greenery.
Step into the elegant ARUNA HOTEL lobby, featuring a classic design with a geometric patterned floor and a beautifully crafted staircase.
In the heart of Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet Square, Aruna Hotel offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind in the serene garden or get lost in a good book from the library. Guests praise helpful multilingual staff and enjoy convenient perks like laundry services, tour assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Car rentals on site
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $52
$58 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

2 Double Connecting Room with Turkish Bath

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Apartment Annex Building

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
3 bedrooms
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Economy Double Room (Basement)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Dublex Annex Building

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
5 bedrooms
  • 110 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 11
  • 4 Large Twin Beds, 1 Twin Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

Standard Double Room Single Use

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

2 Double Connecting Room with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
Sofa bed - double
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Cankurtaran Mah. Ahirkapi Sok No:28, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sultanahmet Square - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 48 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 57 min drive
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 4 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 18 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 19 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 10 min walk
  • Cemberlitas Station - 14 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 16 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Sur Balık - Sarayburnu - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Giritli Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Akbıyık Fish House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Karışma Sen Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Turgut Pide Kebap - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Aruna Hotel

Aruna Hotel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern are within just a 10-minute walk. Public transportation is just a short walk: Sultanahmet Station is 10 minutes and Cemberlitas Station is 14 minutes.

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish, Turkish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

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
DONE

Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured onsite self parking (TRY 600 per night)
    • Offsite parking within 1312 ft (TRY 600 per night)
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 24-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Select Comfort mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately TRY 450 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TRY 2500 per room (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for TRY 55.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 2 and 3 costs TRY 50 (one-way)

Parking

  • Secured self parking costs TRY 600 per night
  • Parking is available nearby and costs TRY 600 per night (1312 ft away)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1687

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Frequently asked questions

Does Aruna Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Aruna Hotel 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 Aruna Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Aruna Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs TRY 600 per night.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Aruna Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TRY 2500 per room one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Aruna Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Aruna Hotel and nearby?

Aruna Hotel has a garden.

What's the area around Aruna Hotel like?

Aruna Hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Sultanahmet Station and 8 minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia.

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Aruna Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10

Confortable Friendly staff
3-night trip

6/10

Overall okay, staff were great!
6-night trip

6/10

Excellent staff Old decor Needs refurbishment Friendly staff Everything needs replacing
6-night trip

10/10

If i ever come to Istanbul ever again this is my go to place, i love the atmosphere, the staff the cleanliness is next level. 10/10 My favourite place to stay in Istanbul
1-night trip

10/10

Great hotel, excellent location for visiting the historical part of Istanbul. The staff is really nice and helpful, they not just give me advice of what to do in the cities but even help me with other travel aspects!! 100% recommended!!!
3-night trip

8/10

Parking is offered in a lot a short distance from hotel. Staff if bilingual, helpful and very friendly. This is my go to spot when staying in Istanbul. Great little place !!!
1-night trip

10/10

Very helpful staff and a pleasant stay
8-night trip

10/10

Clean and cosy, affordable and close to Hagia Sofia by foot The staff speak good English and Russian
1-night trip

2/10

Disgusting, cat urine everywhere, black mould in bathrooms, we couldn't even shower it was so dirty. The staff are very rude and unhelpful. AVOID!!!!!!
3-night trip

8/10

Value for money
1-night trip

10/10

Value for your money, you get what you’ve paid for.
1-night trip

10/10

Amazing staff they were very helpful with everything including transportation, and Tours! Great location!
10-night trip

8/10

I received a good service in terms of price-performance. Given how cheap it was, I should be fair about the quality and service, which is very important. They didn’t charge me for the six cups of coffee I had. It's budget-friendly and located very close to the heart of Istanbul, so I recommend it.
4-night trip

10/10

The hotel was older with all the little quirks of an older establishment. Our room was clean and comfy with a seating area and a coffee table. The air condioner worked great after a long day walking around. The location was awesome. 3 minute walk your are in the heart of old Istanbul without all the noise. The staff were helpful and very friendly all the time.
3-night trip

4/10

Paid for a king bed at the hotel, got a room with three smaller beds in a building behind the hotel. Came back on the third day to a guy in our room. The reception worker was nice, and the location was excellent. However, I also got mildly electrocuted in the shower.
5-night trip

2/10

DO NOT STAY HERE!! I have no idea how this place has so many good reviews, it is utterly horrible and disgusting. Our room was filthy, had exposed wiring, and bugs crawling all over the room. We were in the basement room and the room had 0 privacy. The door was basically in the main dining room for all the staff members and guests and it had horrible street noise. We were supposed to stay for 3 nights but after one night of zero sleep and feeling utterly disgusted, we left. Only one person of the staff spoke any English (even though the listing mentions fluent English staff). Normally I am completely understanding about this but when the condition of the room/hotel is so bad that we can’t communicate to any staff even through google translate it was incredibly frustrating. The “beautiful court yard” showed in the pictures of this place does not exist, the courtyard instead is full of construction materials and other debris. The elevator is also broken and the bathroom is filthy with jagged pieces of tile, mold, and stains all over the bathtub. I can’t tell you how horrible our experience was. Please, save yourself a terrible time and book a room anywhere else.
3-night trip

6/10

The hotel is located in a decent neighborhood, not too far from Sultanahmet and all the tourist places. Breakfast was less than exciting and there was no room cleaning service for the 4 days I stayed. Not sure if I had to explicitly ask them for it. Overall, not bad for the price.
4-night trip

2/10

The current state of property does not match photos on Expedia. It's in disrepair. The room I had was awful, AC was full of dust, sealant around bathtub was full of mould, pipe under bathroom sink was leaking, mattress was worn in the middle, I used my own blanket. WiFi just about worked when downstairs. Location is great for sightseeing but very noisy outside, you can hear everything, from people talking, to cars, to dogs marking. People are nice but it seems like they don't care much about the hotel or customers.
2-night trip

4/10

This is not a 4 star hotel, more like a 2 star at most. The staff are friendly and helpfull. That is the only positive thing. The building is very old, and the over all standard is not even close to a 3 star hotel. Don't know how they can call it a 4 star hotel. The worst was the experiance of the airport transfer. I booked and prepaid for hotel transfer at 06:00 in the morning. The taxi came 45 minutes late. I allmost missed the flight. I never got any explain for the reason, but I think they forgot to call the taxi.
2-night trip

2/10

The worst hotel you can ever book. Please trust me and never book this hotel. This hotel stinks so bad, have mold and disgusting rooms. The restroom have the galley opening with no locks. No security at all .
2-night trip

2/10

The location is great but that's about it! The property is very old and needs a lot of repairs. The lady at reception is VERY LOUD! They don't consider the time and when people are sleeping. She would be yelling at 1am . We asked several times for our rooms tvs to be fixed but that never happened. I really wish I had read the reviews before booking. I would pay a bit more and get a better hotel.
9-night trip

6/10

The room was not properly cleaned
3-night trip

4/10

they didn't clean room bad place difficult to move very bad breakfast not buffet just plates we didn't eat. tables not clean . air-condition. tv. bar. not working furniture not repaired
2-night trip

2/10

On arrival the rooms that we booked were not available, we were given different accommodation at nearby hotel, the accommodation was dirty, old furniture, mouldy bathroom, next day we got told we have to be moved again as the accommodation is booked, we were given another place a small apartment that was in worse condition then the first one, and we didn't have any saying on where they are moving us. we booked to rooms in Aruna hotel not moving every day in different accommodation, we chose Aruna hotel on the base of 4 stars, but our accommodation was not even 2 stars.
5-night trip

2/10

This is the worst hotel I have stayed in my entire life! Don't believe the pictures you see in the hotel listings. Those pictures must have been taken 10 years ago. The hotel is in an awful shape! The bathrooms are run-down. Showers have old mold and broken shelves. We stayed in a basement rooms with shower cabins lifted up in almost 70 centimeters from the floor and it was very difficult to get into and out of them. The bedding was awful. Some pillows had no pillow cases and had old yellow stains all over them. Some pillows were stuffed with some uneven lumps of something. When we moved in my blanket was still wet. Also my wife's blanket had some dead insects in them. The towels are so old that they had holes in them. Some towels were just torn in half to be smaller. At one point we asked a cleaning person to take out several trash bags with food in them, and that person just left them outside our room on the floor. The elevator that is prominently pictured in one of the photos does not work. The place has dogs running around in the cafeteria and at the entrance. One big not pleasantly looking dog just spreads itself on the welcome mat and sleeps and you have to make sure you don't step over it! On the positive side, the staff was friendly and was trying to help. But still the condition were horrible and we were so glad we finally checked out of that place!
4-night trip