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The Empress Theodora

Hotel with restaurant, near Sultanahmet Square

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The Empress Theodora features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Hagia Sophia. Free perks include WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Also, Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque are within just a 10-minute walk. Public transportation is just a short walk: Gulhane Station is 3 minutes and Sultanahmet Station is 6 minutes.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Library
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Standard Double Room

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Double Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request)

Triple Room

  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Economy Double Room, No Windows

  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Economy Single Room, No Windows

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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Cankurtaran Mah. Alemdar Cad. 16, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • Gülhane Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sultanahmet Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Blue Mosque - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 48 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 67 min drive
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 6 min walk
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 10 min walk
  • Vezneciler Subway Station - 24 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 3 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 6 min walk
  • Sirkeci Station - 8 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Viyana Kahvesi Ayasofya - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gülhane Sur Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Le Safran - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Espressolab - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Köşk Kebap Dürüm Evi - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Empress Theodora

  • The Empress Theodora features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Hagia Sophia. Free perks include WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 8:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Also, Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque are within just a 10-minute walk. Public transportation is just a short walk: Gulhane Station is 3 minutes and Sultanahmet Station is 6 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 18 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Built in 2011
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Separate dining area

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TRY 270 per vehicle (one way)

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Empress Theodora offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Empress Theodora 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 The Empress Theodora?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is airport shuttle service offered by The Empress Theodora?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TRY 270 per vehicle one way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Empress Theodora?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.

Are there restaurants at or near The Empress Theodora?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around The Empress Theodora like?

The Empress Theodora is in Sultanahmet, a short 3-minute walk from Gulhane Station and 4 minutes' walk from Sultanahmet Square.

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