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The Empress Theodora Hotel

Alemdar Cad. No:16 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, TR

8.5 guest rating· 1950 reviews

About this hotel

Rooftop Restaurant with Stunning Views

Located in the heart of Sultanahmet, the Empress Theodora Hotel offers a unique experience with its rooftop restaurant overlooking the Sultan Zeynep Mosque.

Spacious Rooms with Modern Amenities

The hotel boasts spacious rooms featuring LCD TVs, satellite channels, and en suite bathrooms with oversized showers. Each room also includes a safety deposit box for your convenience.

Convenient Location and Services

Situated opposite a tram stop, the Empress Theodora Hotel is within walking distance of top historic attractions like Topkapi Palace and the Archaeological Museum. With a 24-hour reception and concierge service, your needs are always taken care of.

Experience the charm of Sultanahmet at Empress Theodora Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Rooms & rates

Economy Double Room without Window

Sleeps 2 · 16 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

Standard Room

Sleeps 2 · 17 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

Triple Room

Sleeps 3 · 19 m² · Twin bed, Double bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast takeaway containers
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
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  • Allergy-free room
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Minimarket on site
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Terrace
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property

Location

What guests say8.51950 reviews

+ Helpful staff+ Great location+ Good breakfast variety− Noise from nearby activities− Cleaning could improve
Cleanliness7.5
Service9.4
Location9.5
Room Quality7.9
Amenities8.4
Value for Money8.9

Guest review

6.0

Great location Nice reception Room was clean

− Breakfast was not as the photographs indicated (no fruit, Bread was not fresh).

Karolien · BE · 2026-11-07

Guest review

7.0

Emplacement à deux pas de la citerne basilique , la mosquée bleue, Ste Sophie qui est en travaux "circulez, rien à voir" vu le prix très déçus. Le petit déjeuné débute à 8h30, si vous avez des visites culturelles soyez vigilant aux heures pour les horaires de vos billets, attention à l'escalier, 3 étages si vous étes âgés ou même avec un léger handicap ne pas réserver cet hotel. Sinon très beau quartier , très cher aussi, tram à côté ainsi que le métro.

sandra · FR · 2026-11-07

Great location , tea coffee in room , cleaned each day , staff very helpful

9.0

Staff friendly & helpful

− Nothing

Neil · GB · 2026-11-06

Guest review

10.0

Everything was superb. The staff was the best. Also , very clean room with daily towel changes and cleaning. The stuff on the reception was very very helpful. They proposed many places to go for food or a drink. I highly recommend this hotel.

Boustris · GR · 2026-11-05

Hotel ruim

3.0

O café da manhã é bem fresco, apesar de não ter muitas opções.

− Infelizmente, o hotel é um desastre. O quarto era extremamente pequeno, menor do que o divulgado. Ele não ficava no hotel mesmo mas num edifício interligado. O hotel é escondido, mal da pra ver sua fachada. O ar condicionado não funcionou nas duas noites. Realmente, não recomendo o lugar.

Raul Kleber · BR · 2026-11-05

excellent

9.0

The location was really good next to tram stations, breakfast was nice and the room big and clean. The staff was also really polite and helpful

Tsigonia · GR · 2026-11-04

Good to know

Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), The Rooftop Restaurant is unavailable until further notice.

A deposit may be required at the property.