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Magnaura House Hotel

A 3-star stay in Istanbul’s Old City, close to Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, with a rooftop terrace and breakfast included.

  • Walking distance to Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Blue Mosque
  • Rooftop terrace for evening relaxation
  • Breakfast with fruits, coffee, and tea
8.8 Great 1001 reviews Booking.com 8.8 · 1001 reviews

About

Magnaura House Hotel

Magnaura House Hotel sits in the Old City Sultanahmet district, a short walk from the Sultanahmet District and the Byzantine Hagia Irene Church Museum. This 3-star property offers a restaurant, luggage storage, and a 24-hour reception, making it a practical base for exploring Istanbul's historic core.

Rooms range from standard doubles to family suites, some with balconies or sea views. Each room includes air conditioning, heating, a tea and coffee maker, and a flat-screen TV. Free Wi-Fi covers the property, and the hotel provides a paid airport shuttle for convenience.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

5 reasons to book
  • Prime location in Sultanahmet — A short walk from major sights like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace.
  • Helpful and friendly staff — Guests highlight staff who answer questions, provide maps, and offer PCR testing during their stay.
  • Rooftop terrace with city views — A place to unwind after sightseeing and watch street life below.
  • Spacious and clean rooms — Recently renovated rooms with amenities like air conditioning, mini-bar, and some with balconies or sea views.
  • Good breakfast variety — Breakfast includes fruits, coffee, tea, and options for various tastes.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • No pets allowed — Guests traveling with animals cannot stay here.
  • Terrace seating could be improved — Some guests find the rooftop seating less comfortable and in need of an update.
  • Breakfast described as 'adequate' by some — While generally praised, a few guests found it just enough to start the day.
  • Potential noise from central location — Being in the Old City means street activity, which might be heard from rooms.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Triple Room

  • Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Deluxe Double Room

  • 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed,1 King-size bed
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Balcony

Standard Room

  • Non-smoking

Standard Family Room

  • Non-smoking

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Terrace

Services

  • 24-hour reception
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Business centre
  • Fax/Photocopying

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access
  • Rooms/Facilities for disabled
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Safety

  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Safe deposit box

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.8
Great 1001 reviews

Guest-rated 8.8/10 from 1,001 reviews

Booking.com · 8.8 · 1001 reviews
8.8Verified guest

“The staff were friendly and helpful, and the rooms were spotlessly clean and recently renovated.”

8.8Verified guest

“Everything was excellent – I had a really nice 5-day holiday. The staff were cooperative, gave me a neat room, and the location was central with shops and a bazaar nearby.”

8.8Verified guest

“Clean place with amicable staff and a sumptuous breakfast with fruits and options for all tastes.”

8.8Verified guest

“The cozy terrace was my favorite spot to enjoy fresh air in the evening. Perfect location for sightseeing.”

8.8Verified guest

“Very quick check-in, parking close to the hotel. The room was neat with satellite TV, climate control, and a safe. Breakfast was sumptuous with a wide array of coffee and tea.”

8.8Verified guest

“Sumptuous breakfast with coffee and tea. Efficient staff, quick check-in, and a wonderful location – an easy walk to a neoclassical museum.”

04 — Location

Getting around Istanbul

The property sits in Istanbul.

Sultanahmet Square: A short walk away, home to the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Aya Sofya – all reachable on foot.

Topkapi Palace: About a 10-minute walk, the Ottoman palace offers extensive courtyards and museum collections.

Local Dining: Restaurants and shops are just steps from the hotel, with a bazaar nearby.

Cankurtaran Mh. Akbiyik Cd No 50 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, 34130, Türkiye

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
16 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.

Does the hotel allow pets?

No, pets are not allowed on site.

Is breakfast included?

Breakfast is served at the hotel and includes fruits, coffee, tea, and a variety of options, as mentioned in guest reviews.

Is there an airport shuttle?

Yes, the hotel offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Are family rooms available?

Yes, the hotel has Deluxe Family Rooms and Standard Family Rooms, with sleeping arrangements for up to 3 persons.

The bottom line

A well-located 3-star option for travelers wanting to wake up steps from Istanbul's top attractions, with a friendly team and a rooftop to come home to.

8.8Good value for a historic-city stay

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