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Amara Old City Hotel & Spa

Property class: 4

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, and a built-in wardrobe.
A cafe with outdoor seating, a red awning, and a cobblestone street.
A spacious restaurant with long communal tables, colorful patterned chairs, and decorative ceiling lights.
A hotel with a stone facade, multiple windows, and a sign reading "HOTEL OLD CITY SPA".
A modern kitchen with a built-in TV, a coffee maker, and a potted plant.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
The current price is NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Explore the area

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Nöbethane Cd. 8, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Topkapi Palace
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View

A neatly made bed with white linens and a gray blanket, a bedside table with a phone, and a framed picture of a sunset over water on the wall.

Standard Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with two beds, a painting of a cityscape, and a modern design.

Standard Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Luxury Triple Room

A modern bedroom with a large bed, bedside tables, and a built-in wardrobe.

Luxury Triple Room

  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds, City View

A hotel room with a modern design, featuring a large bed, a smaller bed, and a sofa bed. The room has a neutral color scheme with beige and gray tones.

Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds, City View

  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Istanbul

Amara Old City Hotel & Spa puts you in the heart of Istanbul, connected to a shopping centre and within a 20-minute stroll of Topkapi Palace and Egyptian Bazaar. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and Swedish massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and mani/pedis. Enjoy the Turkish bath/hammam and sauna as well as access to hiking/biking trails. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Istanbul City Center hotel include Sultanahmet Square and Hagia Sophia.

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sultanahmet Square - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Blue Mosque - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 1 min walk
  • Sirkeci Station - 3 min walk
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roof Mezze 360 Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Red River - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mese - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Capadocia Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bosphorus Terrace Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Amara Old City Hotel & Spa

There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A sauna, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at Amara Old City Hotel & Spa. For a fee, parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Istanbul hotel.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Amara Old City Hotel & Spa offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. 51-cm LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, bidets and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, Thai massages and facials. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Secured, covered parking on site (EUR 20 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 for adults and EUR 4 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Afternoon tea
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • Treatment room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (79 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (82 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-width doorways

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 51-cm LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Amara Old City Hotel & Spa

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 8 for adults and from EUR 4 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 90 (return)
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Laundry fee: EUR 10

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 2022-34-2057

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Amara Old City & Spa Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Amara Old City Hotel & Spa?

Yep, Amara Old City Hotel & Spa has a secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for EUR 20 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

How much does it cost to stay at Amara Old City Hotel & Spa?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Amara Old City Hotel & Spa on 17 Nov 2026 start from NZ$116, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Amara Old City Hotel & Spa?

The closest beach to Amara Old City Hotel & Spa is Florya Beach (16.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Amara Old City Hotel & Spa?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Thai massages.

What makes Amara Old City Hotel & Spa a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Amara Old City Hotel & Spa.

Is Amara Old City Hotel & Spa family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a corner/local shop and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Amara Old City Hotel & Spa is a hit with families.

Does Amara Old City Hotel & Spa serve breakfast?

Sure does, continental breakfast is available daily between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Amara Old City Hotel & Spa?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Amara Old City Hotel & Spa?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Amara Old City Hotel & Spa?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Amara Old City Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 29 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. The staff was incredibly kind, welcoming, and always ready to help with anything we needed. The location was excellent, making it easy to explore the area. Everything exceeded our expectations, and we truly enjoyed our stay. We would definitely recommend this hotel and would be happy to come back in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean and reception was available. The price was great. My room had several things that were broken.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amara is a gem in a fantastic location for reaching the major historical sights on foot. The cafe is lovely with indoor & outdoor seating options. The free Turkish-style breakfast is great and filling :-) Everything in the room worked well, no problems at all. We hope to return to Istanbul with our whole family someday, and booking a hotel will be an easy task: Amara!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast is terrible
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Helpful and friendly staff

Not a bad hotel in a nice central location. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The included breakfast was poor and disappointing;, just one boiled egg and some ham , cheese , bread and olives plus condiments. Room and bathroom in general were ok. Safe was not very safe. Hallways were undergoing renovation so at times looked like a building site and slight issue with the plumbing one morning with dirty water coming through the taps and toilet.
Decent twin room
Poor breakfast
Building works :-(
Portable Safe, not secured .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Bij aankomst op de eerste dag kregen wij een kamer waar geen water uit de kraan kwam. Daarnaast werkte de televisie niet en ontbrak de afstandsbediening. Het probleem kon niet worden opgelost, waardoor wij de volgende dag een andere kamer kregen. Deze kamer was wel ruimer, maar ook hier werkte de televisie niet. Tijdens ons verblijf van vier nachten zijn de kamers geen enkele keer schoongemaakt, ondanks dat wij dit meerdere keren hebben aangegeven. Ook moesten wij zelf achter toiletpapier en schone handdoeken aan. Zeer teleurstellende ervaring. Voor ons nooit meer dit hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Rummet var nybäddat men tyvär väldigt smutsigt. Det var trasiga dörrlister och damm/hår överallt i rummet framförallt i lådorna till byrån. Överlag så fick man inte en hemtrevlig känsla. Dessutom så såg receptionen ut som ett renoveringsobjekt (endast ett bord med sönderslitet tak), verkligen ett dåligt första intryck. Man hörde väldigt mycket genom väggarna och andra gäster var högljudda fram till 01.30 på natten. AC-enheten funkade inte vilket gjorde att rummet var väldigt kallt framförallt på natten. Glipande lister kring fönstrena gjorde att det blev kalt vinddrag i rummet. Det positiva var att hotellet var dess centrala placering och nära till tunnelbana och övriga sevärdheter.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Das Personal am Empfang war sehr nett und zuvorkommend. Allerdings hat die Putzkraft wirklich oberflächlich gereinigt. Wir haben uns mehrmals beschwert, daraufhin hat die Putzkraft nur die Stellen detailliert gereinigt, die wir auch bemängelt haben. Ich fand es aber gut, dass das Personal am Empfang unsere Beschwerde ernst genommen hat. Preislich war das Hotel super
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nel complesso un buon albergo, personale disponibile, ottima posizione. Peccato per la tv non disponibili programmi in italiano
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
BIEN
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alle Mitarbeiter waren sehr nett, heimisches Gefühl
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
War alles gut bis auf das einchecken. Wir waren um 14:30 da und hatten erstmal kein Zimmer und mussten warten bis die Zimmer sauber waren (da waren Leute drin die eigentlich auschecken sollten, aber noch immer drin waren) Ende vom Lied wir sind um 17 Uhr eingecheckt. Sonst war alles top :)
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Zentrale Lage jedoch schwer erreichbar mit dem Fahrzeug. Keine parkmoglichkeiten
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoy the hotel and the location

Very good hotel and the location is excellent too. Mr Ayhan at the reception is very nice person and very helpful too . I would recommend this hotel and would certainly stay at this hotel. There is a lovely girl at the reception she is very friendly and very helpful .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023