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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Partial Sea View (with balcony) | Terrace/patio
Breakfast and dinner served
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Partial Sea View (with balcony) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace
Front of property
Breakfast and dinner served

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry room

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Alemdar Mah. Prof. Kazim Gurkan Cad., No.14, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica Cistern
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪41 min drive‬
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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Standard Single Room, 1 Large Single Bed, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Partial Sea View (with balcony) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Partial Sea View (with balcony)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, City View

  • City view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Partial Sea View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Family Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Partial Sea View

  • Partial sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Ground Floor

  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Street View Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Street View Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class

This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, 24-hour room service and concierge services are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class offers 35 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, an iron/ironing board and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Blue Mosque. Features include free breakfast and free WiFi in public areas, plus a restaurant.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Drinking and dining options include a coffee shop, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Basilica Cistern and 6 minutes on foot from Blue Mosque
  • Airport shuttle service available for a fee
A private beach is featured. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class was completed in January 2023.

This 3.5-star Istanbul hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM.
On-site venue – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Lobi bar – This bar only serves light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Kahve dükkanı – On-site coffee shop. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.
A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per day)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of EUR 25

Restaurants on site

  • kahve dükkanı
  • lobi bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Accessible shuttle
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (76 centimetre wide door)
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Built in 2012
  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday:
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 7 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per day (164 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day
  • Hosted evening meal: EUR 25

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Masterpass
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1730

We should mention

  • One child aged 7 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

TRYP Hagia Sophia Special Class
TRYP Hagia Sophia Special Class Istanbul
TRYP Hotel Hagia Sophia Special Class
TRYP Hotel Hagia Sophia Special Class Istanbul
Albatros Hagia Sophia Hotel Istanbul
Albatros Hagia Sophia Hotel
Albatros Hagia Sophia Istanbul
Albatros Hagia Sophia
Albatros Hagia Sophia
Albatros Hagia Sophia Istanbul
Albatros Hagia Sophia Special Class
Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class Hotel
Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class Istanbul
Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class Hotel Istanbul

Albatros Hagia Sophia - Special Class Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 48 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 193 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location, good breakfast. Staff helped arrange airport shuttles. Rooms were clean, but very small. No where to even put two open suitcases. Not the hotel's fault but there was loud, late night construction in the adjacent building.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is not a luxury hotel but it’s super clean, nice beds, sheets and pillows. Bathroom is good. Attention was very good, the staff super friendly. The location is the best! You have everything nearby. The price unbeatable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Magid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dmitrii , Iroda in breakfast area and all other receptionist were very kind and accommodating. We had a present stay
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yousaf

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for staying in Istambul.

Clean and friendly staff. Centrally located just a walk away from all three major attractions must visit for every tourist. Very quiet room and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maite

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was conveniently situated for visiting attractions and public transport
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with great breakfast.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abdul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel location's is good, centralised to the attractions, public transport and dining places.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sayema

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Small room, breakfast was okay, mould in bathroom, needs painting
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel close to all the major attractions in the old city. The staff went out of their way to accommodate anything we needed. Recommend this as a good place to stay in Istanbul
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

pari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Over all not bad
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent locatiion, wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Jumilah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Murat

Very good Hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo Elizabeth Johannus Hubertus van den

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, the room was large and very tidy, the breakfast was delicious, it was a fantastic holiday in istanbul
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

George

Disliked: Amenities
Good restaurants in the area. Close to all the sites of interest.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Atul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place.

Nice location and facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my family we stayed for 1 night that here the staff were very friendly and helpful, They let us check in early, breakfast was good. The location was very convenient for restaurants, main tourist sites and train stations.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and accommodating. I thoroughly enjoyed staying at this hotel. Thank You for your patience and kindness.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything is OK. Position of the hotel is exellent. So many restaurants and shops in a walk distance.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emileisy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel is in city center close to haga sophia and others tourist attractions, very quiet and walkable. Breakfast included i will stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kathleen A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for walking in the old city area, to the historic buildings, the Grand Bazaar, a miriad of restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Navkiran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet room. Very helpful staff. Very good buffet breakfast and Ira was a really good host in the breakfast room each morning. We were there for six nights and each morning we were greeted with a big smile from Ira and the staff at breakfast. Does this girl ever have a day off? She was still there each evening!! Long hours!! Excellent stay with location very good for sight seeing and shopping and eating.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk staff was very nice and friendly and helpful all the time
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

EPEGINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are very friendy and accommodating .
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024