Is there complimentary access to the pools and sauna included with a booking?
12 November 2024
Yes, access is free every day.
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Amara Old City Hotel & Spa, Istanbul
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About the Hotel
8 Noebethane Caddesi,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34096,
Istanbul Province
- Steps from Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square
Very good
7.4
7.6
5.0
3.4
Loved by guests
"Massage and hammam service at the hotel was very good"
"Amara is a gem in a fantastic location for reaching the major historical sights on foot."
"Spice bazaar 5 munits walking distance."
Rooms & Suites
Amara Old City Hotel & Spa has 12 air-conditioned rooms with minibars and LCD televisions. Some rooms include a seating area. Rooms include phones, safes, desks, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Room options include twin/double rooms featuring soundproofing, a seating area, and air conditioning. Cable TV is included in each room. Amenities include ironing facilities, heating, air conditioning, a mini-bar, a sitting area, and soundproofed rooms. Certain rooms have a terrace and garden furniture. Free toiletries and an electric kettle are provided. AM/FM alarm clocks and parquet floors are standard. Some rooms feature a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and a balcony, with configurations offering either two beds or a cable TV.
Location in Istanbul
Amara Old City Hotel & Spa is located in Istanbul's Marmara Region, specifically in Golden Horn, a natural harbor off the strait. It's within a 15-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. The hotel is close to Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern. Column of Constantin is 1 km away. Istanbul Ataturk Airport, the nearest airport, is 14 km from Amara Hotel OldCity.
Dining Options
Guests can dine at the on-site restaurant. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM. Guests can also grab food from the grocery/convenience store and quench their thirst at the bar/lounge. Breakfast in bed is available.
Leisure and Wellness
Amara Old City Hotel & Spa features a spa center and sauna. Other recreational amenities include a nightclub and ski-in/ski-out access.
Hotel Services
The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, express check-in, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Complimentary amenities include wireless Internet access, a daily complimentary reception, concierge services, and complimentary babysitting/childcare. Multilingual staff can provide recommendations and directions. Guests can use the gift shops/newsstands and a handy minimarket on the premises. Deposits are charged at time of service, check-in, or check-out. A television is available in a common area. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services.
“In my opinion, this hotel's family-friendly focus and proximity to Istanbul's historical heart make it a solid choice for leisure travelers. The on-site wellness spa, complete with Turkish bath, is a definite plus, and I think the complimentary breakfast adds genuine value. I especially like that they seem to prioritize responding to guest feedback, which can really elevate a stay.”
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Triple Room Balcony
2 persons
260 sq. feet
3 Single beds
Luxury Triple Room
2 persons
260 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Standard Double Room
2 persons
195 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
room details
Standard Twin Room
2 persons
205 sq. feet
2 Single beds
Shower
Heating
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Facilities
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Car park
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Restaurant
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Open-air bath
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
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Dining Onsite
At Amara Old City Hotel & Spa, dining takes center stage with a delightful on-site restaurant that offers a rich tapestry of Turkish flavors in a welcoming setting. Whether seeking a leisurely breakfast or an intimate dinner, guests can indulge in a variety of meal options that cater to diverse dietary preferences.
Location
8 Noebethane Caddesi,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34096,
Istanbul Province
Map view
8 Noebethane Caddesi,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34096,
Istanbul Province
City landmarks
Museum
Hagia Sophia Museum
2800 ft
Mosque
Blue Mosque
4300 ft
Landmark
Basilica Cistern
2500 ft
Square
Sultanahmet District
3800 ft
Mosque
Suleymaniye Mosque
4900 ft
Museum
Topkapi Palace
3900 ft
Museum
Istanbul Archaeology Museums
2500 ft
Landmark
Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami
2500 ft
Bridge
Galata Bridge
3500 ft
Landmark
Historic Areas of Istanbul
3000 ft
Landmark
TGC Press Media Museum
2800 ft
Mosque
Little Hagia Sophia
5100 ft
Landmark
Cagaloglu Hamami
2300 ft
Monument
Serpent Column
3800 ft
Landmark
Mosaic Museum
4200 ft
Gallery
Dolmabahce Palace
2.0
mi
Mosque
Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque
4500 ft
Museum
Hagia Irene
2700 ft
Landmark
Walled Obelisk
3900 ft
Mosque
Rustem Pasha Mosque
3800 ft
Landmark
Column of Constantine
3900 ft
Synagogue
Neve Shalom Synagogue
1.1
mi
Gallery
Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
1.5
mi
Square
Beyazit Square
4900 ft
Square
Beyazit Tower
5200 ft
Museum
Museum of Innocence
1.6
mi
Nearby
Cankurtaran Mh.
Topkapi Palace harem
1800 ft
Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu
Gulhane Park
2000 ft
Museum
Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam
2000 ft
Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5
Caferaga Madrasa
1700 ft
Restaurants
Can Restaurant & Cafe
100 ft
Nobethane Cad. Dervisler Sk. No: 22/1 Sirkeci
Sirin Kofte
600 ft
Muradiye Cad. Vezir Cikmazi Sok. No:5 Fatih Sirkeci
Pizza de Lavia
400 ft
Nobethane CD
The Coff’s Sirkeci
400 ft
Hudavendigar Caddesi No:36
Ikram Doner Kebap
500 ft
Muradiye Caddesi No:14 Ayazaga
Birlik Bufe
500 ft
Hocapasa Mahallesi
Big Family Kebap
600 ft
Hocapasa Mah. Tayahatun Sok. No: 20 Sirkeci
Hoca Pasa Pidecisi
800 ft
Hoca Pasa sk 19
Urfalim Lahmacun
600 ft
Muradiye Cad. No:22 Sirkeci
Ozbolu Kebap
700 ft
Hocapasa Mah. Hoca Pasa Sok. No:33 Eminonu/Cagaloglu
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
from 11:00-12:00
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 15 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of EUR 11 per person per day.
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room.
There are no extra beds provided in a room.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Russian, Turkish, Arabic, Persian
Number of floors:
8
Number of rooms:
13
Former name
Amara Hotel Old City
Questions of the users
About Amara Old City Hotel & Spa
Are the indoor pool and spa facilities operating during these times?
5 March 2024
Yes, they are open, even during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Is it possible to combine two single beds into one double bed in the twin room with a balcony?
29 April 2024
Yes, the two single beds can be converted into a double bed.
Can guests smoke on the balcony, or are there designated smoking areas within the hotel?
18 February 2025
Yes, smoking is allowed on the balcony.
Is the indoor pool open in the winter months, and is there an additional charge for its use?
7 January 2025
Yes, the indoor pool is open and no extra charges apply.
What is the nearest metro station to the hotel?
20 September 2024
Sirkeci Metro Station is the closest one.
Does the room rate include breakfast, or is it an additional cost?
25 October 2024
Breakfast is not included in the room rate.
Is the hotel gym operational during the pandemic?
15 December 2024
Yes, the gym is still open for guests.
Can you confirm if the pool is currently available for use?
24 November 2024
Yes, the pool is open and accessible.
What can you tell me about the breakfast offerings at the hotel? I've heard mixed reviews.
11 February 2025
The breakfast is quite good, featuring a variety of options to satisfy different tastes.Next best alternative
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