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Aprilis Hotel - Special Category

A 4-star stay in Istanbul’s Old City, steps from Sultanahmet’s historic sights.

  • Central Sultanahmet location
  • 24-hour reception and security
  • On-site spa and fitness centre
8.8 Great 1210 reviews Booking.com 8.8 · 1210 reviews

About

Aprilis Hotel - Special Category

Aprilis Hotel - Special Category sits in the heart of Sultanahmet, Istanbul’s Old City. The hotel is about a 25-minute walk from Yavuz Selim Mosque, placing you within easy reach of the area’s main landmarks. With a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10 from 1,210 reviews, it’s a dependable choice for exploring the historic peninsula.

Rooms come with air conditioning, heating, and private bathrooms with showers. The hotel offers a range of amenities, from a spa and wellness centre to a fitness room, plus practical touches like soundproofed rooms, a safe deposit box, and luggage storage. Private car parking is available nearby for EUR 15 per day, and an airport shuttle can be arranged for a fee.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Superb central location — Guests consistently praise the hotel’s position in Sultanahmet, within walking distance of many historic sites.
  • Helpful and attentive staff — Reviewers highlight the friendliness and helpfulness of the front desk team, from solving issues to providing assistance.
  • Clean and comfortable rooms — Multiple reviews note the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, despite some remarks about size.
  • Good breakfast buffet — The breakfast is described as tasty and rich, with a good choice of food, plus a coffee shop on site.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Some rooms are compact — A few guests found the rooms a bit small, which may affect comfort for those expecting spacious accommodations.
  • Dining rating is modest — The dining experience scores lower than other categories, though breakfast itself receives positive comments.
  • Parking costs extra — Private car parking is available nearby for EUR 15 per day, which adds to the overall stay cost if you drive.
  • No pets allowed — The hotel does not accept pets, so you’ll need to make other arrangements for animal companions.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Standard Triple Room

  • 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Economy Double or Twin Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Superior Quadruple Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Two Connecting Double Rooms

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • No smoking on site
  • 24-hour reception
  • Lift
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Key card access

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink
  • 24-hour security

Wellness

  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Fitness centre

Parking

  • Parking
  • Valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.8
Great 1210 reviews

Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 1,210 reviews

Booking.com · 8.8 · 1210 reviews
Rooms and cleanliness7.0
Location9.0
Dining6.0
Price and service8.0
8.8Verified guest

“The staff, design, location, and cleanliness were all excellent.”

8.8Verified guest

“The staff were attentive, the city location was great, and the rooms were comfortable.”

8.8Verified guest

“A great hotel with excellent Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, and charming staff. I remember how they helped with my room issue late at night. Highly recommend for a relaxing stay.”

8.8Verified guest

“The hotel was close to the old city’s sights, and we could walk to most places we wanted to see. The room was clean and very nice, breakfast buffet was lovely, and front desk staff were very helpful.”

8.8Verified guest

“Nice, clean rooms, tasty and rich breakfast, and a very good location.”

8.8Verified guest

“Very good location and generally good value for the price.”

04 — Location

Getting around Istanbul

The property sits in Istanbul.

Sultanahmet: The hotel is in the heart of Sultanahmet, Istanbul’s historic core. Most major sights are within walking distance, and the neighbourhood is packed with restaurants, shops, and mosques.

Yavuz Selim Mosque: About a 25-minute walk away, this Ottoman-era mosque sits on a hill with views over the Golden Horn. The walk there takes you through older residential streets.

Binbirdirek Mah. Peykhane Sok. No: 4 Cemberlitas Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, Türkiye

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
39 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.

Is parking available?

Yes, private car parking is available nearby for EUR 15 per day.

Does the hotel offer airport transportation?

Yes, there is a paid airport shuttle service.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at the hotel.

Does the hotel have Wi-Fi?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Are there facilities for disabled guests?

Yes, the hotel has rooms/facilities for disabled guests, wheelchair access, and a lift.

The bottom line

A solid, well-located stay for exploring Istanbul’s Old City — great value if you plan to spend most of your time out sightseeing.

8.8Based on guest scores and review themes.

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