Basileus Hotel, Istanbul ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Kucuk Ayasofya Mah. Sehit Mehmet Pasa, Istanbul, Turkey

Basileus Hotel, a 3-star Istanbul hotel with an 8.3/10 rating on Booking.com, offers spacious rooms with French balconies and free Wi-Fi. The property features a bright lobby area and a breakfast buffet featuring local and international tastes, in addition to a tour desk providing information on local attractions.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Basileus Hotel are designed with parquet flooring and floor-to-ceiling windows, providing ample natural light. Each room includes a flat-screen TV, mini-bar, and private bathroom with a hairdryer. Family rooms are available for larger groups.

Dining & Nearby Options

A breakfast buffet offering local and international tastes is served each morning in the hotel’s dining room. Room service is also available for breakfast. Guests can enjoy various nearby dining options just a short walk away.

Services & Local Area

Basileus Hotel features a tour desk to assist guests in arranging transport to sites of interest, including Haghia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, both within walking distance. The hotel provides services such as laundry and ironing for convenience.

Location & Transportation

The Basileus is located in the Fatih district, a prime area for exploring Istanbul's rich history and architecture. It is 28 miles from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and 10 minutes' walk from Sultanahmet Tram station.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Heating

Balcony

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Basement Floor Triple Room

Max:

2 persons

26 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Heating

Air conditioning

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Economy Double Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

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Air conditioning

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Istanbul700 m

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 42.3 km

Istanbul (IST) 49.1 km

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station600 m

Underground

Vezneciler 1.5 km

Yenikapi (M1) 1.9 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wonderful Hospitality

“The service was excellent; they truly went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable, especially with our young child.” view full review

Family-Friendly Atmosphere

“The staff was extremely accommodating to families, making our experience with a toddler much easier and more enjoyable.” view full review

Comfortable Sleeping

“The bedding was clean and comfortable, providing a restful night's sleep after exploring the city.” view full review

Cozy Space

“The living area was well-designed, ideal for relaxing and unwinding after a busy day of sightseeing.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Dressing area
Patio
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Kucuk Ayasofya Mah. Sehit Mehmet Pasa, Istanbul, Turkey

Map view

street view

Kucuk Ayasofya Mah. Sehit Mehmet Pasa, Istanbul, Turkey

City landmarks

Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum

910 m

Alemdar Mahallesi

Basilica Cistern

840 m

Square

Sultanahmet District

770 m

Museum

Topkapi Palace

1.8 km

Cankurtaran Mh.

Topkapi Palace harem

1.3 km

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

2.0 km

Museum

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

1.4 km

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

820 m

Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet

TGC Press Media Museum

620 m

Historic Areas of Istanbul

950 m

Bridge

Galata Bridge

2.2 km

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu

Cagaloglu Hamami

940 m

Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Gulhane Park

920 m

Museum

Hagia Irene

1.3 km

Square

Beyazit Tower

1.2 km

Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5

Caferaga Madrasa

980 m

Mosque

Laleli Camii

1.7 km

Square

Beyazit Square

1.5 km

Sultanahmet Meydani

Obelisk of Theodosius

650 m

Museum

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam

2.0 km

Merkez Beyazit

Mausoleum of Mahmud II

900 m

Nearby

Mosque

Blue Mosque

370 m

Mosque

Little Hagia Sophia

110 m

Mosque

Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque

260 m

Monument

Serpent Column

430 m

Torun Sok.

Mosaic Museum

480 m

Binbirdirek

Walled Obelisk

370 m

Divan Yolu Caddesi

Column of Constantine

400 m

Museum

Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts

430 m

Aksakal street

Catladi Kapi

170 m

Restaurants

Rose Garden Mezze

40 m

Binbirdirek. mah. Peykhane. Cd. no 16 Sultanahmet binbirdirek

Tarihi Cesme

30 m

Kadirga Liman Cadessi Fatih

Ezgi

50 m

Kardiga Liman Cad. No 185 Kucukayasofya-Eminonu/Istanbul

Hunkar Kebap Restaurant

70 m

Kadirga Limani Caddesi No: 143/A

Ayasofya Liman Cafe & Restaurant

150 m

Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi

Qubbe Qunefe Hookah

210 m

Kadirga Liman Caddesi

Ortaklar Kebap Lahmacun

510 m

Peykhane Cad. No: 27 Fatih

Kadirga Cay Bahcesi

270 m

Sehsuvarbey Mahallesi Kadirga Liman Caddesi Park ici Bufe No:64 Fatih

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

82%

liked the hotel and would stay again

friendly staff

great location

basement room

limited dining options

8.2/10

Great

Rooms

8.2

Location

8.8

Service

9.0

Dining

7.6

John

United States, May 2024

8.4/10

The hotel had clean and spacious rooms, located in the basement level with windows at road surface level, but overall acceptable. The standout feature was the incredibly friendly and helpful staff, providing great personal service at no extra cost.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were clean and big enough for 4 adults. Despite being in the basement with windows at road surface level, I found it acceptable. Overall, the room was comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with the staff being very cooperative, helpful, and friendly. They went above and beyond to assist with flight changes, airport connections, and tourist information, making my stay memorable.

Location

9.0

The location was superb, within walking distance of major attractions like the Sultanahmet Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Grand Bazaar. There were also convenient shops nearby for daily needs.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were varied but somewhat repetitive daily. The meals were comprehensive and tasty, always available, complemented by home-made pastries. The service was top-notch.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered various facilities like room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance, enhancing the overall experience.

friendly staff

basement room

Harry

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.8/10

The hotel offers spacious and nicely decorated rooms, though a more varied breakfast would have been appreciated. The service is top-notch, always delivered with a smile. While the location is convenient to explore the city, the dining options nearby are limited. The overall value for money is good with some minor drawbacks.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious and nicely decorated with a big bathroom.

Service

9.0

The service was absolutely top-notch, with staff going above and beyond to upgrade our rooms and make us breakfast earlier than usual.

Location

7.0

The location allows easy access to various city points, but the dining options in the immediate vicinity are limited.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast, while fresh and clean, lacked variety. However, the dining experience overall was satisfactory.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of useful facilities to enhance the stay.

Michael

United Kingdom, January 2024

8.2/10

The hotel is situated close to the city's main attractions, offering spacious and clean rooms. The service is incredibly helpful and friendly. The dining experience could use some improvement in terms of variety. Overall, a convenient location with attentive service.

Rooms

8.0

The room provided was clean and spacious, albeit being underground. The window view was a downside, but I appreciated the upgrade to a twin room on a higher floor.

Service

9.0

The staff members were very friendly and went out of their way to provide recommendations and assistance during my stay.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was superb, offering easy access to all major attractions like the Sultanahmet Mosque and Hagia Sophia, as well as close proximity to shopping areas for daily necessities.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience varied but generally good. Some mornings were better than others depending on the kitchen staff. More consistency in quality would be appreciated.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides essential facilities and services such as room service, dry cleaning, and airport shuttle, contributing to a comfortable stay.

William

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.6/10

I was pleasantly surprised by this hotel. The rooms were reasonably larger than the rooms I saw in similar boutique hotels, with working AC which was a very nice touch. The room size comfortably accommodated 4 of us along with all our luggage, making our stay really enjoyable.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very nice and spacious.

Service

9.0

The service was fantastic, the staff were amazingly helpful and knowledgeable about the area. They were always ready to assist with suggestions on where to eat, what to do, and how to get around.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was ideal, within walking distance of major Sultanahmet attractions and easily accessible by taxi from the airport. It was also close to metro stations, making it convenient to explore the city.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was excellent with a wide choice of Continental and local items that satisfied our tastes.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were top-notch and provided everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

Charles

United States, May 2023

9.0/10

I had an amazing stay at this hotel! The rooms were large, comfortable, and very quiet with a small balcony. They were spotlessly clean and the delicious breakfast was a great start to my day. The location was perfect, close to all the tourist attractions and within walking distance of everything I wanted to see. The friendly managers, who spoke excellent English, made my stay even better.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, comfortable, and impeccably clean.

Service

9.0

The service here was top-notch, with incredibly friendly and helpful staff. They provided spot-on suggestions for everything, from dining to sightseeing.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was ideal for exploring all the famous attractions of ancient Istanbul. It was conveniently close to major sights and recommended restaurants.

Dining

8.0

The dining options were varied and delicious, catering to different tastes. It was a great experience overall.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel had excellent facilities that enhanced my stay.

clean

limited variety