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Hagia Sophia hotels information

Number of reviews	14573
Accommodation	6044 hotels
Lowest Price	RM178
Highest Price	RM1,181

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Topkapi Palace
4.5/5(554 reviews)
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Basilica Cistern
4.5/5(353 reviews)
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Grand Bazaar
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Galata Tower
4/5(437 reviews)
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Süleymaniye Mosque
4.5/5(289 reviews)
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Hagia Sophia?

Hagia Sophia is located in a historic area of Istanbul known for its stunning cathedral and top museums. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 1085 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Hagia Sophia?

Adjacent to Hagia Sophia, Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this 4-star hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices close by include Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class and Kalyon Hotel Istanbul.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Hagia Sophia?

Expedia has 1085 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Hagia Sophia.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Hagia Sophia, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Hagia Sophia.

What can I see and do near Hagia Sophia?

Study the collections at Topkapi Palace, Turkish and Islamic Art Museum or Istanbul Modern. Sights like Blue Mosque, Galata Tower and Sultanahmet Square are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Ataturk Cultural Center, Zorlu Performing Arts Center and The Club if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to Hagia Sophia?

With so many transport options, seeing the area around Hagia Sophia is a breeze. Walk to nearby metro stations like Laleli-University Station, Aksaray Station and Aksaray Tram Station. If you're hopping a train into town, Vezneciler Subway Station, Emniyet - Fatih Station and Beyoglu Station are the closest train stations to Istanbul City Center.

Recent Reviews in Hagia Sophia
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Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
5/5 Excellent
"location is superb. rooms are over heated."
A verified traveller stayed at Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Posted 8 hours ago
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Darussaade Istanbul - Special Class
5/5 Excellent
"Wonderful reception. Love the style and traditional design. We value the old! Wonderful price for the value. The best part was the view of the mosque from the breakfast terrace. What a surprise! Excellent airport transport. Easy walking distance from all of old city Istanbul. Thank you. We will highly recommend your hotel!"
A verified traveller stayed at Darussaade Istanbul - Special Class
Posted 3 days ago
Darussaade Istanbul - Special Class
Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, an IHG Hotel
5/5 Excellent
Friendly staff & good location
"Always excellent. Friendly helpful staff. Great location. "
A verified traveller stayed at Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, an IHG Hotel
Posted 3 days ago
Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City, an IHG Hotel
Rumours Inn
5/5 Excellent
"Great staff! Very friendly!"
A verified traveller from Brooklyn stayed at Rumours Inn
Posted 4 days ago
Rumours Inn
Hotel Amira Istanbul
5/5 Excellent
"I have been fortunate to stay in several fabulous places around the world and the staff at this hotel are up there in terms of super help They are wonderful and very helpful Nothing was a problem and when we arrived they gave us a detailed breakdown of local sights, also arranged sight seeing for us"
A verified traveller stayed at Hotel Amira Istanbul
Posted 6 days ago
Hotel Amira Istanbul
Boutique Saint Sophia
5/5 Excellent
"The service here was impeccable. They solved any problem we had making reservations elsewhere or with travel. The facility is located in a prime area that is very walkable and close to tourist friendly areas. Great breakfast, fast laundry service, nice room."
A verified traveller stayed at Boutique Saint Sophia
Posted 8 days ago
Boutique Saint Sophia
Niles Hotel Istanbul - Special Class
5/5 Excellent
"The wood in the lobby of the hotel. The feel of the hotel, the breakfast and its presentation."
A verified traveller stayed at Niles Hotel Istanbul - Special Class
Posted 10 days ago
Niles Hotel Istanbul - Special Class
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
5/5 Excellent
"This is my second visit to a very wonderful hotel, and I thank the employee for the breakfast buffet. He was very welcoming and the reception was wonderful, and they allowed me to stay early at 9 am"
A verified traveller stayed at Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Posted 12 days ago
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class
5/5 Excellent
"Great new boutique hotel, wonderful rooms Multiple charging outlets in room, large bathroom Indoor Swimming pool sauna everything. walking distance to main attractions, view of harbor . Staff - Everyone helpful. We Stayed at the Fairmount going in This hotel just as good and walked everywhere."
A verified traveller stayed at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class
Posted 12 days ago
Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class