Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 64 min drive
Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 3 min walk
Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 11 min walk
Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 22 min walk
Sultanahmet Station - 8 min walk
Gulhane Station - 9 min walk
Cemberlitas Station - 12 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Seven Hills Restaurant - 2 min walk
Cafe Sebil - 3 min walk
Shadow Bar Restaurant - 1 min walk
Terrace Four Seasons Hotel Sultanahmet - 2 min walk
Seafront Lounge - 1 min walk
About this property
Genius Hotel Istanbul
Genius Hotel Istanbul offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. You can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Also, Sultanahmet Square and Basilica Cistern are within a short 10-minute walk. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Sultanahmet Station is 8 minutes and Gulhane Station is 9 minutes.
Languages
English, Russian, Turkish
At a glance
Hotel size
9 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
Children
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Uncovered on-site self-parking (EUR 8 per day)
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Travelling with children
Childcare in room (surcharge)
Bed rails
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Bike hire
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1990
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Handrails in stairwells
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
82-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Electric kettle
Dressing gowns and slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Window screens
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
Free bottled water
High chair
More
Daily housekeeping
LED light bulbs
Mobile key entry
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 8 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 4)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 15.0 per day
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day
Parking
Uncovered self-parking costs EUR 8 per day
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1169
Also known as
Nar Sultan
Nar Sultan Hotel
Genius Hotel Istanbul Hotel
Genius Hotel Istanbul Istanbul
Genius Hotel Istanbul Hotel Istanbul
Frequently asked questions
Does Genius Hotel Istanbul offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Genius Hotel Istanbul 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 Genius Hotel Istanbul?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Genius Hotel Istanbul?
Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 8 per day.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Genius Hotel Istanbul?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 60 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Genius Hotel Istanbul?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Genius Hotel Istanbul and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Hagia Sophia (3-min walk) and Blue Mosque (6-min walk), along with Topkapi Palace (15-min walk) and Grand Bazaar (0.8 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Genius Hotel Istanbul?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Genius Hotel Istanbul like?
Genius Hotel Istanbul is in Sultanahmet, a short 8-minute walk from Sultanahmet Station and 3 minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia.
Genius Hotel Istanbul Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
4 November 2024
The room is in the basement and is very small with space for a double bed and a small closet, good for just one person.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 September 2024
Gabriela
Gabriela, 7-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 September 2024
Elvis
Elvis, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 August 2024
Naomi
Naomi, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
27 July 2024
Okay room, pushy host
Hotel is okay for this class, but the host was terrible. Very pushy people and keep on trying to sell me bs services. When I arrived the room wasn't clean but the cleaner did some work and fixed it.
Ruiqian
Ruiqian, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 July 2024
V. Good
RAID
RAID, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2024
The location was perfect and the room was great, had a very comfortable bed and pillows. Staff was nice and helpful. I highly recommend.
Christopher
Christopher, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 July 2024
Adina
Adina, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 June 2024
ezgi
ezgi, 6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 June 2024
The place is really convenient for the main sightseeing spots and walkable. The staff are so kind and helpful also. You will have a great time!
Kanun
Kanun, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
21 June 2024
The hotel was very clean and very nice area to stay in. Everything was nearby food places and shopping. The hotel staff were very friendly and provided us with everything required
Saila
Saila, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 June 2024
This is a family run hotel and the owners and staff are absolutely wonderful to interact with. Amine checked us in and we felt right at home. Paro and Ali were always available to assist and share recommendations. The hotel is walking distance to Topkapi, Aya Sofia and Blue Mosque along plenty of restaurants. We were really happy with our stay and look forward to returning again
Muhammad I
Muhammad I, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 June 2024
The staff were helpful and friendly. The location is nice. Very close to Hagia Sofia, Topkapi palace and tons of restaurants
Verified traveller
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 December 2023
Abbos
Abbos, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 November 2023
Best stay location at sultan Ahmed
Stay was safe and comfortable. The staff hospitality was excellent, taking extra efforts to ensure all are needs were taken care.
Hotel is at prime location, with less than 5 min walk to hagia Sofia and many eateries around. Rooms were clean and spacious. They also had their sweet shop which offered us discounts, for take aways.
Mehul Abhay
Mehul Abhay, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 October 2023
Excellent location, walkable distance to main attractions and public transport.
The staff are very helpful and friendly.5 star for the customer service.helped us to get a local SIM and also booked few tours for us.
Very clean and reasonably spacious room.
Lots of restaurants near by, and taxi rank with in a minute walk, about 800lira to Istanbul airport.
Thank you guys, you all awesome and made our stay very comfortable
manisankar
manisankar, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 September 2023
Anatoli
Anatoli, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 August 2023
A Must Stay!
I have stayed here multiple times and I absolutely recommend this place for you and your family. The staff here are the most hospitable and sweetest people you will meet that will go out of their way to make you feel at home and help you whenever you need. Very personable people and great clean nice rooms that is located walking distance to Hagia Sophia and other popular spots. A must stay!
Amna
Amna, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
4 July 2023
AC was not working. Could not sleep because of the heat. Repair cannot be done because of the holiday which is not an excuse.
Irenre
Irenre, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 June 2023
Irene
Irene, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 May 2023
Nice
Mustafa
Mustafa, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 February 2023
The hotel was in good location the stuff so friendly specially the overnight I forgot he’s name they offer to keep the luggage after the check out time and for the c/i I checked in with no charge I recommend it
salah
salah, 5-night romance trip
Verified CheapTickets guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 December 2022
Genius hotel Istanbul
Hospitality, price, service, assistance with transportation logistic and booking was superb. It is not 5 star hotel, but very friendly and I felt like I was staying with my friends. It is what I value the most.
Larisa
Larisa, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 October 2022
Clean but need to update their fridges.
Elma
Elma, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
28 September 2022
Dirty, limited space isn’t that they show in pictures