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Genius Hotel Istanbul

Family-friendly hotel with restaurant, near Hagia Sophia

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Shower, free toiletries, bathrobes, slippers
82-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout drapes
Daily continental breakfast (EUR 15 per person)
In the heart of Istanbul, Genius Hotel Istanbul is a family-friendly haven near Hagia Sophia. Enjoy a coffee at the cafe, unwind with dry cleaning services, and savor dinner at the restaurant or drinks at the bar. Connect to in-room WiFi and plan your day with tour/ticket assistance while taking advantage of bike rentals for exploring nearby Topkapi Palace.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • In-room childcare
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe

For families (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Room options

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Economy Room (Basement) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout drapes

Economy Room (Basement)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton linens
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout drapes

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Superior Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout drapes

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kutlugün Sokak, No.9, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Galata Tower - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 56 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 65 min drive
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 3 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 11 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 22 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 8 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 9 min walk
  • Cemberlitas Station - 12 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Seven Hills - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Seafront Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Albura Kathisma Cafe & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Seasons Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪By Kinyas Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Genius Hotel Istanbul

Genius Hotel Istanbul offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Sultanahmet Square and Basilica Cistern are within just a 10-minute walk. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sultanahmet Station is 8 minutes and Gulhane Station is 9 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 9 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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
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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
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (EUR 15 per day)
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Bed rails

What to do

  • Bicycle rentals nearby

Services

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

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1990
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 82-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • LED light bulbs
  • Mobile key entry

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs EUR 15 per day

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1169

Also known as

Nar Sultan
Nar Sultan Hotel
Genius Hotel Istanbul Hotel
Genius Hotel Istanbul Istanbul
Genius Hotel Istanbul Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Does Genius Hotel Istanbul offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Genius Hotel Istanbul 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 Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 15 per day.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 60 per vehicle one-way.

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

You can check in starting at 2 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Genius Hotel Istanbul and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling.

Are there restaurants at or near Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Genius Hotel Istanbul like?

Genius Hotel Istanbul is in Sultanahmet, a short 8-minute walk from Sultanahmet Station and 3 minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia.

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Reviews

Genius Hotel Istanbul Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Location
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Room
Restaurant
Walking
Budget
Family friendly
Attraction

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, and very welcoming since day one.
Elemi, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Harika

Çok naif kibar personeli var , konum süper Tavsiye ederim
Erdogan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel piccolo a gestione famigliare, molto pulito e personale assolutamente disponibile
Simone, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All staff are very helpful and kind. The hotel is very accessible in all areas. Loads of restaurant. Walkable place from hotel to the tourist spot.
ARNEL, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Klein en prima hotel met zeer behulpzame en vriendelijke mensen in het centrum.
Wilhelmina, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Keyifli

Otel temiz resepsiyon çalışmaları yardımsever. Rahat be sessiz bir otel
ISMAIL, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and staff were very friendly and helpful. Would recommend to this hotel
Jacinta, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff and service is great. Overall a great experience
Teuta, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Bir gün kalmama rağmen çalışan herkes çok dost canlısıydı herşey çok iyi
Mehmet güner, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I recommend this hotel to anyone want to spend time in istanbul .the service is very good 👍. The staffs are the best .i really appreciate your service .if i want to visit istanbul again i will go to this hotel again
Mahabbat, 10-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly, nuce service. Extremely Close to all historical places.
Javier, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

C'est un hôtel très bien situé, près de Topkaki, de la mosquée bleue, de Ste Sophie et de la station de tram Sultanamet. Son principal atout c'est son personnel, accueillant, chaleureux et toujours à l'écoute. Merci à eux pour leurs bons conseils et l'attention portée à notre bon séjour.
caroline torres, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel was very clean and very nice area to stay in. Everything was nearby food places and shopping. The hotel staff were very friendly and provided us with everything required
Saila, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were helpful and friendly. The location is nice. Very close to Hagia Sofia, Topkapi palace and tons of restaurants
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location is absolutely amazing, it's basically right behind the Hagia Sophia, the walk takes about 3-5 mins. It's beautiful to be able to just hangout around the two iconic mosques at any given time especially with low crowds at certain times. The concierge, Ali, was extremely friendly, helpful and you can ask him for any guidance.
Yasir, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cok guzel ve his bir otelden. Met kez de olsa da cok sakin bir sokaiya sir. Elemanlari hos gorusup ve misafiseferdi. Siddetle herkes tavsiye ederim.
Miralam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The place is really convenient for the main sightseeing spots and walkable. The staff are so kind and helpful also. You will have a great time!
Kanun, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I highly recommend staying here as it's centrally located, just a short walk from the Sultanahmet tram station. There's also a supermarket on the next street. I will definitely be coming back!
Marisse, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Arrived past midnight and they were able to arrange an airport transfer to the hotel to take the hassle put of arriving at that hour. 24/7 front desk who is always willing to help you and make a plan for the day. The boys at the front desk were very friendly and provided restaurant recommendations as well as recommendations for things to do in Istanbul. They upgraded our room to the family suite which was awesome. Room was very spacious, clean, and quiet. Location was perfect as it was within walking distance to the Hagia Sophia and so many attractions as well as the tram. Really enjoyed our stay here and recommend the property!
Genevieve, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location was perfect and the room was great, had a very comfortable bed and pillows. Staff was nice and helpful. I highly recommend.
Christopher, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was in good location the stuff so friendly specially the overnight I forgot he’s name they offer to keep the luggage after the check out time and for the c/i I checked in with no charge I recommend it
salah, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

V. Good
RAID, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a family run hotel and the owners and staff are absolutely wonderful to interact with. Amine checked us in and we felt right at home. Paro and Ali were always available to assist and share recommendations. The hotel is walking distance to Topkapi, Aya Sofia and Blue Mosque along plenty of restaurants. We were really happy with our stay and look forward to returning again
Muhammad I, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room is in the basement and is very small with space for a double bed and a small closet, good for just one person.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice
Mustafa, 6-night trip