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Ethnica Hotel Old City

Hotel with restaurant, near Hagia Sophia

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Ethnica Hotel Old City

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board
Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Overview of Ethnica Hotel Old City

Property highlights

  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
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Hoca Pasa Mh Nobethane Cad No 18, Sirkeci, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Restaurants
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar

Room options

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Triple Room

  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Room

  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Superior Quadruple Room

  • 19 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

About this area

What's nearby

  • In Istanbul City Center
  • Bosphorus - 7 min walk
  • Basilica Cistern - 9 min walk
  • Hagia Sophia - 11 min walk
  • Topkapi Palace - 11 min walk
  • Grand Bazaar - 11 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Square - 12 min walk
  • Blue Mosque - 18 min walk
  • Galata Tower - 22 min walk
  • Istiklal Avenue - 25 min walk
  • Dolmabahce Palace - 39 min walk

Getting around

  • Istanbul (IST) - 51 min drive
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 65 min drive
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 1 min walk
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 15 min walk
  • Vezneciler Subway Station - 21 min walk
  • Sirkeci Station - 2 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 3 min walk
  • Eminonu Station - 8 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Roof Mezze 360 Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Lak Lak Fast Food - 1 min walk
  • Red River Pub - 1 min walk
  • Gar Pub Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • The Coff's Sirkeci - 1 min walk
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About this property

Ethnica Hotel Old City

Putting you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar, Ethnica Hotel Old City offers an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 30.00 per vehicle one way. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Mandy Home, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also, Bosphorus and Topkapi Palace are within a 15-minute walk. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Sirkeci Station is 2 minutes and Gulhane Station is 3 minutes.

Languages

Arabic, English, Russian, Turkish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
The property is disinfected using an electrostatic spray
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C or hotter
Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning
Follows the regional cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Tourism Certification Programme (Turkey)
Follows the industry cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Social distancing

Cashless transactions are available for all charges at the property
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place
Contactless room service is available.

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks and gloves available
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitiser provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 26 rooms
  • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 2:00 PM until 11:30 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is 11:30 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18
  • Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing a room

Children

  • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No on-site parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • No alcohol allowed on site

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Accessible bathroom (selected rooms)

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Films for purchase

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Dining

Mandy Home – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay for guests staying between 01 April to 31 October

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 30.00 per vehicle (one way)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 1 and 3 costs EUR 0 (return)

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

The property is cleaned and disinfected with electrostatic spray; disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F; guest room doors are sealed after cleaning.

Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitiser; cashless payment methods are available for all transactions; contactless room service is available; masks are required in public areas.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Tourism Certification Programme (Turkey) guidelines.

This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global).

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
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 and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Outside food and drinks are not permitted on the property. Foods are not permitted in guestrooms.

Also known as

Bosphorus Old City Hotel Istanbul
Bosphorus Old City Hotel
Bosphorus Old City Istanbul
Bosphorus Old City
Grand Seigneur Hotel
Grand Seigneur Old City
Grand Seigneur
Ethnica Hotel Old City Hotel
Grand Seigneur Hotel Old City
Ethnica Hotel Old City Istanbul
Ethnica Hotel Old City Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Ethnica Hotel Old City?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitiser, social distancing measures are in place and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Ethnica Hotel Old City?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ethnica Hotel Old City?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Ethnica Hotel Old City.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Ethnica Hotel Old City?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 30.00 per vehicle one way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ethnica Hotel Old City?
You can check in from 2:00 PM - 11:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:30 AM.
Are there restaurants at or near Ethnica Hotel Old City?
Yes, Mandy Home offers international cuisine.
What's the area around Ethnica Hotel Old City like?
Ethnica Hotel Old City is a short 2-minute walk from Sirkeci Station and 11 minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia.

Reviews

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Cleanliness

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Staff & service

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Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

My mum stayed for one night and she told me to change her the hotel ,you can call this place anything but not a hotel and I’m waiting for my refund
Nadjia, 7-night trip
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