This beautiful Ottoman style boutique hotel is excellently located in the historic Sultanahmet district of Istanbul. It features a restaurant, a bar and a terrace with marvellous views over the Marmara Sea and the Blue Mosque, which is only 100 m away. The most famous attractions of the city are in the surroundings, such as the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi palace, Hippodrome or the Spice Bazaar.
Your stay
Check-in
30 Nov 2026
From 14:00
Check-out
03 Dec 2026
11:30–12:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights
Facilities with additional charges
Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):
Bar
charge applies
Smoking area
charge applies
Wired Internet
charge applies
Room service
charge applies
Laundry service
charge applies
Medical service
charge applies
Car park
charge applies
Car hire
charge applies
24-hour security
charge applies
Bellboy service
charge applies
Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
charge applies
Wi-fi
charge applies
Valet parking
charge applies
Towels and bed linen
charge applies
Amenities & services
43 facilities across 6 categories.
Facilities
29
24-hour security
Medical service
Multilingual staff
Car hire
Babysitting service
Car park
Wheelchair-accessible
Smoke detector
Bellboy service
Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)
Wi-fi
Luggage room
Valet parking
Airport Shuttle
Clothes dryer
Towels and bed linen
Concierge
Room service
24-hour reception
Hotel safe
Currency exchange facilities
Cloakroom
Lift access
Garden
Terrace
Key Collection
Mobile phone coverage
Wired Internet
Laundry service
Location
7
Year of most recent renovation (2003)
Suites (3)
Number of floors (main building) (3)
Junior suites (1)
Total number of rooms (22)
Double rooms (13)
Single rooms (2)
Catering
4
Restaurant
Bar
Café
Smoking area
Hotel type
1
boutique hotel
Entertainment
1
TV lounge
Meals
1
Breakfast buffet
Room types at this hotel
16 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.
Apartment · City View
Sleeps 1–10
Apartment · Standard
Sleeps 1–10
Double · Ey
Sleeps 1–4
Double · Standard
Sleeps 1–3
Dbt · 2b
Sleeps 1–6
Dbt · Standard
Sleeps 1–6
Dbt · Su Vm
Sleeps 1–6
Family · Deluxe
Sleeps 1–8
Family · Standard
Sleeps 1–4
Family · St 1
Sleeps 1–8
Roo · Ey
Sleeps 1–10
Roo · Standard
Sleeps 1–10
+ 4 more room categories — full list appears in the rates panel
Location
Mimar Mehmet Aga Cd.No:38 Sultanahmet, 38, ISTANBUL
Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.
Payment at the hotel
MasterCard
Visa
When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.
Things to keep in mind
Non-smoking establishment
Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price
Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.
Real humans on WhatsApp
Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.
Established 2012
A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.
What guests say
4.0
372 reviews on Tripadvisor
#603 of 4,156 hotels in Istanbul
Rated by travellers
Location4.8
Sleep Quality4.0
Rooms3.8
Service4.1
Value4.1
Cleanliness4.2
Rating breakdown
Excellent135
Very good144
Average56
Poor20
Terrible17
“Enjoyed my time there would definitely come back.”
646vasc · Oct 2025 · Solo travel trip
Friendliest, welcoming, helpful staff I have had the luxury of meeting.
The room was excellent, bed was comfortable, shower was refreshing free breakfast was amazing.
Love Princess the cat, so gorgeous.
“Avoid basement room unless you have no objection.”
Flyer19678716410 · Malaysia · May 2025 · Friends getaway trip
At midnight on Friday, my wife, a group of friends, and I arrived at this hotel after traveling from Cappadocia.
Just so everyone is aware, they operate three different establishments. When you make a reservation, you may not necessarily end up at this hotel.
The three options are "Hotel Hippodrome, Apart Hotel…
“A good hotel but ruined by renovation works next door”
antoniopersson · Stockholm · Apr 2025 · Family trip
The hotel is a solid 3-star hotel. The double bedroom was nice, the staff friendly and professional and the breakfast area had views over the bosphorus. The reason it only gets 3 stars is the fact that they are renovating a hotel across the street late in the night and it is so noisy one cannot think or sleep. The f…
The housekeeper is so friendly, the front desk receptionist are so kind and welcoming.
The hotel is located in a very good location and is so close to The Blue Mosque and Ayasofya Mosque. All the working people in this hotel are so kind. And the hotel offers a very affordable tours around istambul.
Green Apple is a DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house — the same desk that books your room can prepare your
Turkey visa file. One conversation covers the whole trip.
Prices change with your dates, room type and board basis. Pick your dates on this page to see live rates for every room at Hippodrome Special — most rooms come with free cancellation, and first-time guests get an extra welcome discount with the coupon code shown at checkout.
Where is Hippodrome Special located and what is nearby?
Hippodrome Special is located at Mimar Mehmet Aga Cd.No:38 Sultanahmet, 38, Istanbul.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hippodrome Special?
Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.
Can I cancel my booking at Hippodrome Special?
Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.
Is breakfast included?
Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.
What payment methods does the hotel accept?
At the property, Hippodrome Special accepts MasterCard, Visa. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.
What amenities does Hippodrome Special offer?
Key amenities at Hippodrome Special include Wi-fi, Restaurant, Bar, Valet parking, 24-hour reception. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.
Does Hippodrome Special have Wi-Fi?
Yes — Hippodrome Special lists Wi-Fi among its facilities. The property charges for this — the amount is set by the hotel and paid there, not by us.
Is there parking at Hippodrome Special?
Yes — Hippodrome Special lists Valet parking. The property charges for this — the amount is set by the hotel and paid there, not by us. Spaces are not reserved by your booking unless the hotel says otherwise.
Is Hippodrome Special pet friendly?
Hippodrome Special lists "Small pets allowed (under 5 kg)". The property charges for this — the amount is set by the hotel and paid there, not by us. Pet rules are the hotel's own and can change — tell us on WhatsApp before you book and we'll confirm it with the property in writing.
Does Hippodrome Special offer an airport shuttle?
Hippodrome Special lists an airport shuttle. The property lists this as free. Shuttles usually need booking in advance — ask us and we'll request it with your reservation.
Is Hippodrome Special wheelchair accessible?
Hippodrome Special lists wheelchair-accessible facilities. Accessibility varies room by room, so tell us what you need and we will confirm the specific room with the property before you pay.
Why book through Green Apple Travel?
Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
Need a hand?
Talk to a Dubai-based concierge.
Not sure on dates, room type, or rate? A real person replies on WhatsApp — same-day, in English, Arabic, or Russian.
