Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels

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Restaurant
Outdoor dining
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, tiled walls, and a reception area with a counter and seating.
Indoor pool, open 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
A table set for dining with a cityscape view.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$131
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

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Hudavendigar Street No: 24, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34120
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Double or Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Suite

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Istanbul

A luxury stay in the heart of Istanbul awaits you at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Egyptian Bazaar and Hagia Sophia. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool and free buffet breakfast. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and detox wraps along with aromatherapy and Ayurvedic treatments. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the Turkish bath/hammam, sauna, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Business amenities include a conference centre and a 24-hour business centre. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Istanbul City Center hotel include Sultanahmet Square and Grand Bazaar.

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 1 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 2 min walk
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roof Mezze 360 Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Red River - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gulhane Turgut - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fiyeli Coffee Co. Sirkeci - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Salute Pub & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels

Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels offers its guests a kids' pool, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Istanbul hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Built in 2000
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference centre
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and hydrotherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways (127 centimetre high)
  • Lift (124 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 100
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 100
Express check-out available

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 70 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 10 (one-way), (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 100 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 100 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 20102

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hotel Orient Express
Orient Express Hotel
Orient Express Hotel Istanbul
Orient Express Istanbul
Orient Hotel Express
Orient Express Hotel
Orient Express Spa by Orka Hotels
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels Hotel
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels Istanbul
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

As of 30 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels on 1 Jul 2026 start from NZ$131, 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 Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

The closest beach to Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels is Florya Beach (16.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

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

Does Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels have a pool?

Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM.

What makes Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and couples dining, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels.

Is Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, babysitting services and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels is a hit with families.

Does Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels serve breakfast?

Sure does, free buffet breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

No, pets are not allowed.

Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 333 out of 664 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 664 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 664 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 664 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 664 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Abed Alhameed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very central location Great staff Pool rather small
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Nadene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable rooms. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

Hidayet

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

Ideal City Break

Great little hotel for a City break, right in the heart of all the attractions you would want to visit. Clean, comfortable and very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of old town. Lots to do and see just walking around. Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Soudabeh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean , helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Jacinthe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would strongly recommend this hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was fine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Suman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location close to several restaurants and shopping. Walking distance to many attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Close to all the site’s restaurants and Turkish Delight. The room, bed are comfortable and the staff is very helpful. Highly recommended this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
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8/10 Good

Syed A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near all the historical places walkable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

FABIOLA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing had different foods everyday. Staff very helpful and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in old town istanbul
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

ABDELAZIZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a pleasure to stay in this hotel family was happy.all my thanks to Mr Kamal the receptionist for all the help and the staff were great
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff was amazing to us. Always willing to help until the end. Last minute big taxi to the airport for all our luggage. The roof top great food and wonderful. The pool, the sauna. Our rooms were comfortable just perfect for us. Thank you Orient Express for everything, hope to come back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Polina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I spent one week in this hotel with my sister. The location of the hotel is perfect, metro and tram stations are within walking distance. Most of the attractions are also well accessible. Very good service: Kemal and Sinan were very friendly and gave us valuable tips😊
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Sultana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the swimming pool, staff were sweet, but rooms were a little small and after a few days we were a bit sick of having the same breakfast everyday
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

Excellent location

A great hotel in the heart of Istanbul. A few minutes walk to Hagia Sofia and many restaurants/cafes/bars on the street outside the hotel. The hotel was clean and comfortable and the staff were very friendly. Breakfast had a great selection and our baby was accommodated with a high chair.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Elby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Orient Express is in a very transit street, had a bit noice up to midnight. The staff was excellent, they would attend to your request and needs immediately. The bathrooms are not big at all, and they lack space to put anything on. Overall I was happy to stay here for a few nights but if longer I would probably look elsewhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool and sauna were good therapy after walking all day on the hard stones and up the steep hills.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well situated for transport/ restaurants and easy access to the sights of Istanbul. Bit noisy but a small price to pay for the convenience
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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8/10 Good

SAJID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff i.e Onoor and Caan were very polite and helpful. The room amenities need a bit of improvement though.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

memet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
👍
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff courteous and helpful arranging taxi transfer back to airport. Room itself was ok , faulty light switch & rainhead shower faulty. No room to put out cases and small wardrobe. Noise levels poor both through walls and corridor noise. Street noise with trams going past caused disturbed sleep and no long lie. Pool small , sauna small.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

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

Great but the room size

Everything was very good except the room size is small and the tram path is very close to the hotel so there is a little of noise when passing by
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Cristel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The first night they placed us in a room too small for 3 people but it was resolved the next day. Staff very friendly and helpful, location was amazing and spa and pool a plus after walking the whole day!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024