The Empress Theodora Hotel Ll, Istanbul ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Kutlugun Sokak No. 5 Cankurtaran Mah. Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122

The Empress Theodora Hotel Ll is a 3-star hostel in the heart of Sultanahmet, featuring a terrace with views over the Marmara Sea. Guests can access free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. This property offers private rooms with communal bathrooms.

Rooms & Amenities

The Empress Theodora Hotel Ll includes 15 air-conditioned accommodations accessible via exterior corridors. Each room offers amenities such as a flat-screen TV, electric kettle, and a tile/marble floor. Guests can also enjoy city views from selected room types.

Dining & Nearby Options

Nearby dining options include Cafe Rumist, Mesopotamian Terrace Restaurant, and Kebap Times Restaurant, all within walking distance. This Istanbul hotel allows guests to explore local cuisine easily.

Services & Local Area

The Empress Theodora Hotel Ll provides services such as laundry, dry cleaning, and car rental. A tour desk helps guests plan their activities, and public parking is available at a nearby location for those driving.

Landmarks & Transportation

Guests can find major landmarks like Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque within 0.1 miles and 0.5 miles respectively. The hotel is also conveniently near several transportation options, including Sirkeci train station and Vezneciler-Istanbul University subway 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

Deluxe Family Room

Max:

5 persons

36 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

City view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

33 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

City view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Quadruple Room

Max:

4 persons

33 m²

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

City view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Istanbul900 m

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 43.3 km

Istanbul (IST) 50.1 km

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station500 m

Underground

Vezneciler 2.0 km

Halic 2.2 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Rooms!

“We were thrilled with the size of our room, which had two double beds and one single bed – perfect for our family!” view full review

Comfortable Living Space

“The living area was wonderfully spacious and well-appointed, providing a cozy atmosphere for our family to relax.” view full review

Spotless Bathroom!

“The en-suite bathroom was immaculate, featuring modern fixtures that made our stay even more pleasant.” view full review

Excellent Views!

“Our balcony offered a amazing view of the Hagia Sophia, enhancing our overall experience and creating lovely memories.” view full review

General

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

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Kutlugun Sokak No. 5 Cankurtaran Mah. Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122

Map view

Kutlugun Sokak No. 5 Cankurtaran Mah. Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122

City landmarks

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

1.8 km

Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet

TGC Press Media Museum

760 m

Bridge

Galata Bridge

1.6 km

Mosque

Little Hagia Sophia

1.1 km

Monument

Serpent Column

630 m

Torun Sok.

Mosaic Museum

760 m

Mosque

Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque

960 m

Divan Yolu Caddesi

Column of Constantine

840 m

Square

Beyazit Square

1.4 km

Merkez Beyazit

Mausoleum of Mahmud II

760 m

Mosque

Laleli Camii

2.1 km

Nearby

Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum

390 m

Mosque

Blue Mosque

570 m

Alemdar Mahallesi

Basilica Cistern

260 m

Square

Sultanahmet District

470 m

Museum

Topkapi Palace

580 m

Cankurtaran Mh.

Topkapi Palace harem

580 m

Museum

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

390 m

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

350 m

Historic Areas of Istanbul

390 m

Binbirdirek

Walled Obelisk

560 m

Museum

Hagia Irene

340 m

Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Gulhane Park

340 m

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu

Cagaloglu Hamami

520 m

Museum

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam

480 m

Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5

Caferaga Madrasa

330 m

Museum

Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts

540 m

Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

Tomb of Sultan Ahmet

330 m

Fountain

German Fountain

410 m

Sultanahmet Meydani

Obelisk of Theodosius

590 m

Restaurants

Cafe Rumist

120 m

Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

North Art Coffee

240 m

21 Utangac Sokak

Valley Hills Cafe & Restaurant

250 m

Cankurtaran Mah. Cankurtaran Cad. No :20/a

Meydan Borek

250 m

Cankurtaran caddesi no:11 Sultanahmet

Turgut Kebab

350 m

Akbiyik Cd. No: 64 Sultanahmet Mahallesi

Food Lab Istanbul

480 m

Hocapasa Mahallesi. Hocapasa Sokak. No:37A

Ottoman Life Park

540 m

Alemdar Mahallesi Yerebatan Caddesi No10 Giris Kat Sultanahmet / Fatih

Tarihi Sultanahmet Koftecisi

580 m

Ortabahce Cad. Sinan Pasa Kopru Sok. No:5 Turkali

Caferaga Medresesi

200 m

Cankurtaran Mahallesi

Meshur Halk Koftecisi

580 m

Divan Yolu 12

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

9.0

Location

9.7

Service

9.0

Dining

7.7

Francis

United States, July 2023

8.8/10

My stay at the hotel was fabulous, located conveniently for exploration and offering comfortable rooms and excellent service. However, the dining experience left something to be desired with limited options. The facilities were well-kept, and the value for money was decent.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were cozy and well-equipped with comfortable beds and a nice bathroom.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, with attentive staff ready to assist in any way possible.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was superb, very close to the city center and within easy reach of famous sights.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience provided fresh and delicious dishes, though more variety would have been appreciated.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offered a range of facilities for a comfortable stay, enhancing the overall experience.

Glenn

United States, June 2023

8.6/10

I had a wonderful time at this hotel! The room was so inviting and cozy with a lovely bathroom and the beds were super comfortable. The service was top-notch, and I felt well taken care of during my stay. The location was fantastic, making it easy to explore the city, but the prices for some services were a bit high. The dining experience was delightful, especially the indulgent pastry. I enjoyed the facilities provided, which added to the overall excellent experience.

Rooms

9.0

The room was so inviting and cozy with a lovely bathroom and super comfortable beds.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, and I felt well taken care of during my stay.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, making it easy to explore the city.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was delightful, especially the indulgent pastry.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided added to the overall excellent experience.

Jeffrey

United States, June 2023

8.6/10

The hotel had a great location in the heart of the city center, making it very convenient for exploring. The rooms were spacious and had comfortable beds, providing a restful stay. However, the dining options were limited, and the price was a bit higher than expected.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious with comfortable beds.

Service

9.0

The service was excellent, with friendly staff.

Location

10.0

The hotel is in the city center, which was very convenient for getting around.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were limited, which was a downside.