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Aruna Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with bar/lounge, near Hagia Sophia

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Terrace/patio
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In the heart of Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet Square, Aruna Hotel offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind in the serene garden or get lost in a good book from the library. Guests praise helpful multilingual staff and enjoy convenient perks like laundry services, tour assistance, and coffee/tea in the lobby.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Car hire on-site
  • Library

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is S$44
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar

Room options

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Triple Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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2 Double Connecting Room with Turkish Bath

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Apartment Annex Building

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
3 bedrooms
Select Comfort bed
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Economy Double Room (Basement)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Select Comfort bed
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 25.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Dublex Annex Building

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
5 bedrooms
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  • 110 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 11
  • 4 Large Single Beds, 1 Single Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 2 Single Sofa Beds

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Standard Double Room Single Use

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

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Classic Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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2 Double Connecting Room with Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LED TV
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
  • 45.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
The price is S$47
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
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About the area

Map
Cankurtaran Mah. Ahirkapi Sok No:28, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Blue Mosque - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sultanahmet Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul (IST) - 48 min drive
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 57 min drive
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 4 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 18 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 19 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 10 min walk
  • Cemberlitas Station - 14 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 16 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Sur Balık - Sarayburnu - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Giritli Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Akbıyık Fish House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Karışma Sen Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Turgut Pide Kebap - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Aruna Hotel

Aruna Hotel puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the coffee shop/cafe is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Sultanahmet Square and Basilica Cistern are within a short 10-minute walk. Public transportation is only a short walk: Sultanahmet Station is 10 minutes and Cemberlitas Station is 14 minutes.

Languages

English, Russian, Spanish, Turkish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 16 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
DONE

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
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Children

    • One child (2 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured on-site self-parking (TRY 600 per night)
    • Off-site parking within 1312 ft (TRY 600 per night)
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Working away

  • Computer station

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car hire
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Garden
  • Library

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 24-inch LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Selected Comfort mattress
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately TRY 450 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TRY 2500 per room (one-way)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for TRY 55.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 2 and 3 costs TRY 50 (one-way)

Parking

  • Secured self-parking costs TRY 600 per night
  • Parking is available nearby and costs TRY 600 per night (1312 ft away)

Policies

This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1687

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Frequently asked questions

Does Aruna Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Aruna Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Aruna Hotel?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Aruna Hotel?

Yes. Self-parking costs TRY 600 per night.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Aruna Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TRY 2500 per room one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Aruna Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Aruna Hotel and nearby?

Aruna Hotel has a garden.

What's the area around Aruna Hotel like?

Aruna Hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Sultanahmet Station and 8 minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia.

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Aruna Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Confortable Friendly staff
Confortable Friendly staff
Fethi, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Overall okay, staff were great!
6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel, excellent location for visiting the historical part of Istanbul. The staff is really nice and helpful, they not just give me advice of what to do in the cities but even help me with other travel aspects!! 100% recommended!!!
Laura, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very satisfied
Clean and cosy, affordable and close to Hagia Sofia by foot The staff speak good English and Russian
Samuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic holiday
Very helpful staff and a pleasant stay
8-night trip

8/10 Very good

Budget friendly, Perfect location!
I received a good service in terms of price-performance. Given how cheap it was, I should be fair about the quality and service, which is very important. They didn’t charge me for the six cups of coffee I had. It's budget-friendly and located very close to the heart of Istanbul, so I recommend it.
BULENT, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was older with all the little quirks of an older establishment. Our room was clean and comfy with a seating area and a coffee table. The air condioner worked great after a long day walking around. The location was awesome. 3 minute walk your are in the heart of old Istanbul without all the noise. The staff were helpful and very friendly all the time.
GRANT, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Paid for a king bed at the hotel, got a room with three smaller beds in a building behind the hotel. Came back on the third day to a guy in our room. The reception worker was nice, and the location was excellent. However, I also got mildly electrocuted in the shower.
Dane, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing staff they were very helpful with everything including transportation, and Tours! Great location!
Jonathan, 10-night trip

2/10 Poor

The current state of property does not match photos on Expedia. It's in disrepair. The room I had was awful, AC was full of dust, sealant around bathtub was full of mould, pipe under bathroom sink was leaking, mattress was worn in the middle, I used my own blanket. WiFi just about worked when downstairs. Location is great for sightseeing but very noisy outside, you can hear everything, from people talking, to cars, to dogs marking. People are nice but it seems like they don't care much about the hotel or customers.
Shuborna, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice staff
samer, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

This is not a 4 star hotel, more like a 2 star at most. The staff are friendly and helpfull. That is the only positive thing. The building is very old, and the over all standard is not even close to a 3 star hotel. Don't know how they can call it a 4 star hotel. The worst was the experiance of the airport transfer. I booked and prepaid for hotel transfer at 06:00 in the morning. The taxi came 45 minutes late. I allmost missed the flight. I never got any explain for the reason, but I think they forgot to call the taxi.
Mizanur, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Hi guys, Nice hotel, Good location, near blue Mosque and lots of restaurants and shopping area. Good value for money.
Asif, 4-night trip

4/10 Fair

Unclean. Room was old, bits of furniture falling apart, visible of dirt and dust on tabletops and furnishings and the floors were visible of grubble and dirt. The hotel, room and bathroom smelt musty and unclean. Bathroom old, gross, MOULD present. Our room was located ground floor closest to the road and it was soooo very noise of vehicles driving pass, people chatting loudly in lobby/reception area, suitcases outside we can hear rolling along the uneven stone floor. Could not sleep at all. So would recommend to get room on higher floor or elsewhere. Price was cheaper than others, so you get what you pay for I guess
Aykut, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The hotel is located in a decent neighborhood, not too far from Sultanahmet and all the tourist places. Breakfast was less than exciting and there was no room cleaning service for the 4 days I stayed. Not sure if I had to explicitly ask them for it. Overall, not bad for the price.
Prachi, 4-night trip

2/10 Poor

The worst hotel you can ever book. Please trust me and never book this hotel. This hotel stinks so bad, have mold and disgusting rooms. The restroom have the galley opening with no locks. No security at all .
Asif, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

The location is great but that's about it! The property is very old and needs a lot of repairs. The lady at reception is VERY LOUD! They don't consider the time and when people are sleeping. She would be yelling at 1am . We asked several times for our rooms tvs to be fixed but that never happened. I really wish I had read the reviews before booking. I would pay a bit more and get a better hotel.
Zarzhnga, 9-night trip

2/10 Poor

You will be lucky if you got hot water for a shower. No heating in dining areas. Bath tubs need replacing. Very noisy at night in reception. If you did not ask for fresh towels, they would not be changed.
Riyad, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

The room was not properly cleaned
Natalia, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

ITS A TRAP! Do not ruin your vacation on this place. The reception is not friendly. We booked for several nights. They didn’t have our room ready and we were placed in some random dirty beaten down apartment not even another hotel. They made money off us while they booked other people in our room. This is scamming people. Meanwhile we were at the re option we heard another and don’t expect Expedia to help, they were useless! cou Le complaint. Nothing is as they promise!
4-night trip

4/10 Fair

very bad choice
they didn't clean room bad place difficult to move very bad breakfast not buffet just plates we didn't eat. tables not clean . air-condition. tv. bar. not working furniture not repaired
2-night trip

2/10 Poor

On arrival the rooms that we booked were not available, we were given different accommodation at nearby hotel, the accommodation was dirty, old furniture, mouldy bathroom, next day we got told we have to be moved again as the accommodation is booked, we were given another place a small apartment that was in worse condition then the first one, and we didn't have any saying on where they are moving us. we booked to rooms in Aruna hotel not moving every day in different accommodation, we chose Aruna hotel on the base of 4 stars, but our accommodation was not even 2 stars.
john, 5-night trip

2/10 Poor

Beware of deceitful pictures on their website!
This hotel is a complete mascarade! What you see on their website (which looks great and cozy), reality is "it is awefully filthy". The misleading 8.5 rating might have been correct when the hotel launched. Now I would not advise anyone (family, big or small) to go there. We took 2 rooms. One was assigned to us de facto and it was so bad that we decided then to go to another hotel (we had alread paid $1000). It had a terrible smell, a mix of cooking and unhealthy moisture. Unbearable! We demanded to change and we got another one and got bit by mosquitos every night, My kids got bit and kept scratching where it itched the whole day. We gave them some medicine. The shower was filthy. The picture shows an elevator. It does not function! (It was one of the criteria to select this hotel: grandma cannot take stairs.) We skipped all breakfasts because it was bare minimum, served on a plate ahead of time by someone, and in an obscure room in the open courtyard with 4 or 5 cats running all over. An unleashed black dog sits on the already dirty couches and - although harmless - scared my kids every now and then whenever popping from nowhere. The smoking area is right at the front door, thus letting all the smoke get in. We could smell tobacco smoke from the rooms on the same floor. The only positives that must be stated: a nice receptionist who apologetically changed the rooms for us twice, and the proximity to the sea shore at a walking distance from the hotel. True rating? Barely 2.
Mustapha, 5-night trip

2/10 Poor

This is the worst hotel I have stayed in my entire life! Don't believe the pictures you see in the hotel listings. Those pictures must have been taken 10 years ago. The hotel is in an awful shape! The bathrooms are run-down. Showers have old mold and broken shelves. We stayed in a basement rooms with shower cabins lifted up in almost 70 centimeters from the floor and it was very difficult to get into and out of them. The bedding was awful. Some pillows had no pillow cases and had old yellow stains all over them. Some pillows were stuffed with some uneven lumps of something. When we moved in my blanket was still wet. Also my wife's blanket had some dead insects in them. The towels are so old that they had holes in them. Some towels were just torn in half to be smaller. At one point we asked a cleaning person to take out several trash bags with food in them, and that person just left them outside our room on the floor. The elevator that is prominently pictured in one of the photos does not work. The place has dogs running around in the cafeteria and at the entrance. One big not pleasantly looking dog just spreads itself on the welcome mat and sleeps and you have to make sure you don't step over it! On the positive side, the staff was friendly and was trying to help. But still the condition were horrible and we were so glad we finally checked out of that place!
Raphael, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Mehmet, 2-night trip