Superior Double Room Sea View
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Istanbul · Istanbul Province
Arena Hotel - Special Class
A 3-star stay in Sultanahmet with a wellness centre, sea-view rooms, and easy access to Istanbul's old town.
- Wellness area with sauna, Turkish bath, and massage
- Paid airport shuttle and 24-hour reception
- Central Sultanahmet location near the tram network
8.6
Great
2050 reviews
Booking.com 8.6 · 2050 reviews
About
Arena Hotel - Special Class
Arena Hotel - Special Class sits in the Sultanahmet district, about a 14-minute walk from Beyazit Tower. The building has the feel of an old-fashioned Turkish house, with a quiet inner courtyard and a terrace. Rooms range from economy basement options to suites, with several offering balconies and sea views.
The hotel runs a spa lounge with beauty therapy, body scrub, facials, a sauna, Turkish bath, and massage. There is also a bar and lounge area, a business centre, and meeting facilities. A paid airport shuttle and currency exchange are available on site.
- 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- Prime old-town location — A short walk to the Hippodrome, tourist areas, shopping, and the tram network; the hotel is also about 14 minutes on foot from Beyazit Tower.
- Wellness facilities on site — A spa lounge with beauty therapy, body scrub, facials, sauna, Turkish bath, and massage, plus a bar and lounge area.
- Friendly and helpful staff — Multiple guests single out the staff as courteous, friendly, and always ready to assist—from finding the hotel to arranging airport transport.
- Satisfying breakfast — The breakfast buffet draws praise for its variety, including cold cuts, salads, fresh pastries, and traditional Turkish options.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Rooms and cleanliness rated average — Rooms and cleanliness received a 7 out of 10, suggesting some guests found the rooms comfortable but not exceptional.
- Small scale may limit amenities — As a 3-star hotel, the property has a limited range of rooms and facilities compared to larger hotels—no mention of a full restaurant, pool, or fitness centre.
- Parking may be tight — The hotel offers parking, but given its central Sultanahmet location, spaces may be limited and likely cost extra.
- Check-in window is narrow — Check-in is only from 14:00 to 23:59, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals after midnight.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Classic Double or Twin Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Corner Double or Triple Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Comfort Double or Twin Room
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Family Connecting Room
- 2 Single beds
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Room
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Balcony
Queen Suite
- 1 King-size bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
Economy Double or Twin Room Basement Floor
- 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Imperial Suite
- 1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
- Shower
- Heating
- Bathtub
- Balcony
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Wellness & Relaxation
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Massage
- Treatment room
- Public Bath
Food & Drink
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor dining area
- Dinner
- Welcome drink
- Room service
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Mini-bar
- Electric kettle
Convenience & Services
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Paid airport shuttle
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Housekeeping
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Room Features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Flat-screen TV
- Free toiletries
- Safe deposit box
- Key card access
- Key access
Family & Accessibility
- Cots
- Playpen
- Lift
- Locker room
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.6/10 from 2,050 reviews
Booking.com · 8.6 · 2050 reviews
8.6Verified guest“Lovely house, nicely furnished, great rooms with a view, very pleasant and friendly staff. I appreciate the location, the quality of the breakfast buffet, and the terrace—highly recommendable for a discovery trip of Istanbul.”
8.6Verified guest“Room was cosy, neat, and well presented. Customer service was prompt, always helpful, and friendly. Location meant a very short walk to the Hippodrome, nearby tourist areas and shopping, and the tram network. Taxi pickup was prompt and convenient to the airport on our departure. We would recommend this hotel to family and friends.”
8.6Verified guest“Proximity to historical landmarks, unique architectural style, quiet inner courtyard.”
8.6Verified guest“A really nice stay on a working vacation. The room had a king-size bed. The staff were amazingly nice! Excellent location close to Ataturk.”
8.6Verified guest“Very courteous staff and clean room. Very good value for money.”
8.6Verified guest“The staff helped us find the hotel, and they have an airport shuttle. The building was a nice old-fashioned Turkish house.”
04 — Location
Getting around Istanbul
The property sits in Istanbul.
Getting Around: The hotel is near the tram network, and several guests found it a short walk to the Hippodrome and other old-town sights. Taxi pickup for the airport is convenient, and the hotel also runs a paid shuttle.
Nearby Landmarks: Beyazit Tower is about a 14-minute walk away. The hotel's location makes it easy to explore Sultanahmet's historic area on foot.
Sehit Mehmet Pasa Yokusu Ucler Hamam Sok. No:13-15 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, 34400, Türkiye
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
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- 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
- 43 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 14:00 to 23:59, and check-out is until 12:00.
Does the hotel offer parking?
Yes, parking is available at the hotel.
Can I bring my pet?
No, pets are not allowed at the hotel.
Does the hotel have a spa?
Yes, there is a wellness area with a sauna, Turkish bath, body scrub, facials, and massage services.
Is there an airport shuttle?
Yes, the hotel provides a paid airport shuttle service.
What room types are available?
Room types include Superior Double with Sea View, Classic Double or Twin, Corner Double or Triple, Comfort Double or Twin, Family Connecting, Deluxe, Queen Suite, Economy on the basement floor, and Imperial Suite.
The bottom line
A well-located Sultanahmet hotel with a genuine spa and a breakfast that guests remember. The rooms are decent rather than dazzling, and the 3-star scale means you're paying for location and warmth, not luxury.
8.6Based on guest ratings and reviews
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