Economy Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Istanbul · Istanbul Province
Side Hotel
A 3-star stay in Sultanahmet, Istanbul's Old City, with a rooftop breakfast and consistently high guest ratings.
- Rooftop breakfast with fine views
- Central Sultanahmet location near historic sites
- 24-hour reception and express check-in/out
8.8
Great
1321 reviews
Booking.com 8.8 · 1321 reviews
About
Side Hotel
Side Hotel sits on a quiet street in Cankurtaran, within Sultanahmet, the heart of Istanbul's Old City. The hotel runs a 24-hour reception, offers a paid airport shuttle, and keeps a car park available off-site. Rooms come with air conditioning, heating, and a mini-bar, and the property also has a terrace and a sun terrace for guests.
Guest reviews repeatedly call out the cleanliness, the helpful staff, and the rooftop breakfast with views over the city. With a guest rating of 8.8 from over 1,300 reviews, it's a dependable base for exploring the historic peninsula without the noise of the main tourist drag.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Car park
- Off-site car park
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Spotless, well-equipped rooms — Guests consistently mention the cleanliness and the room amenities, from air conditioning to mini-bars.
- Rooftop breakfast with views — The rooftop breakfast is a highlight, giving you a sense of the city while you eat.
- Helpful, hospitable staff — Multiple reviews single out the staff's warmth and willingness to go out of their way, like helping with bags.
- Central Sultanahmet location — The hotel sits in the Old City, within easy reach of historic sites, restaurants, and cafes.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- No pets allowed — If you're traveling with a pet, you'll need to look elsewhere.
- Limited parking — Parking is available but only off-site, so you may need to factor in a short walk or extra time.
- Check-in starts at 13:30 — If you arrive earlier, you may need to wait or use the luggage storage—there's no early check-in guarantee.
- Value rating slightly lower — While rooms and service rate high, the value-for-money score is a notch below, suggesting you might pay a bit more than the average for the area.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/out
- Express check-in/out
- Luggage storage
- Safe deposit box
- Key access
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Free toiletries
Outdoor
- Terrace
- Sun terrace
- Garden furniture
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Housekeeping
- Fax/Photocopying
Food & Drink
- Vending machines
Family
- Cots
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 1,321 reviews
Booking.com · 8.8 · 1321 reviews
8.8Verified guest“The hotel is spotless, the staff are cooperative, and the room is well-equipped.”
8.8Verified guest“Every time I'm in Istanbul, I choose this place. It's a perfect little hotel in a very practical area, with an exceptionally nice location, just a mile from a neoclassical museum.”
8.8Verified guest“The room was well-equipped and nicely decorated, with essentials like a shower, hairdryer, and guest toiletries. The location was absolutely perfect, close to a functioning mosque, with a wide array of restaurants and cafes nearby.”
8.8Verified guest“Fairly quiet and bright rooms with a glorious view and a comfortable double bed.”
8.8Verified guest“Central location, convenient access to historic sites, and a tidy appearance.”
8.8Verified guest“The staff showed really good hospitality throughout our stay. The room was consistently clean and spacious enough for our family.”
04 — Location
Getting around Istanbul
The property sits in Istanbul.
Sultanahmet: You're in the middle of Istanbul's historic core, with major sights like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia within a short walk. Expect busy streets during the day, but the hotel's side-street position keeps things calmer at night.
Restaurants & cafes: Guests note a wide array of restaurants and cafes in the area, so you won't struggle for a meal. Rooftop terraces and traditional meyhane-style spots are common around here.
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Utanga Sokak No.20-22 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, 34122, Türkiye
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 13:30-23:59
- Check-out
- By 11:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 20 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out at Side Hotel?
Check-in runs from 13:30 to 23:59, and check-out is by 11:00.
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, there is a car park, but it's located off-site. You may need to drive or walk a short distance from the hotel.
Does Side Hotel allow pets?
No, pets are not allowed at the property.
Is there breakfast at the hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast on the rooftop, which offers fine views over Istanbul.
Does the hotel offer airport transfers?
Yes, the hotel provides a paid airport shuttle service.
The bottom line
For a comfortable, well-run base in the heart of Sultanahmet, Side Hotel delivers on the essentials: clean rooms, a filling rooftop breakfast, and staff who genuinely look after you. It isn't the cheapest option in the area, but the consistency and care make it easy to recommend.
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