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Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa

Family-friendly hotel with spa, near Sultanahmet Square

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In the heart of Sultanahmet Square, Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa offers a unique retreat with stunning city views from its rooftop terrace. Unwind in the library or indulge in rejuvenating treatments at the onsite spa. With Grill Restaurant serving breakfast and dinner, free WiFi, and helpful staff that previous guests have praised.
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Rooftop terrace
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Library

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - twin
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Ticarethane Cikmazi Sk No 3, Alemdar Mah. Fatih, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34420

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 51 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 61 min drive
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 9 min walk
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 10 min walk
  • Vezneciler Subway Station - 21 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 2 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 7 min walk
  • Cemberlitas Station - 7 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Hafız Mustafa 1864 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪DERALIYE OTTOMAN CUISINE - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Adonin Cafe & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Terrace (by Yurdan) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mozaik Teras Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa

Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Sultanahmet Square. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or facials, and Grill Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. A bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sultanahmet Station is steps away and Gulhane Station is 7 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 AM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property charges a fee for luggage storage (EUR 3 per piece, per day).
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Plasma television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Highchair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 2 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Grill Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner.
Terrace Bar Pub - Onsite pub. Open 24 hours. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 50 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Property Registration Number 2022-34-2409

Also known as

Ambassador Hotel Istanbul
Ambassador Istanbul
Lapis Inn Hotel Spa
The Ambassador Hotel
Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?

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 Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 AM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa and nearby?

Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa has a spa and a Turkish bath.

Are there restaurants at or near Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Grill Restaurant.

What's the area around Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa like?

Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa is in Sultanahmet, a short 2-minute walk from Sultanahmet Station and 5 minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia.

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Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Best location/ Best service/ Best breakfast 👏
Rajnish, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were superb from start to finish and really made the trip! This included ALL staff (reception, kitchen, maids, etc) Fantastic and very friendly!
Pete, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Ender, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in old town close to blue mosque and grand bazaar.

8/10 Very good

The receptionists were very kind and hospitable especially Selcuk. He made me feel welcome at the hotel and provided good guidance to me. Being my 1st time in Istanbul, this was really helpful. The hotel is a walking distance to Hagia Sofia and Grand Bazaar. I will recommend hotel due to proximity to the local attractions
Lydia, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Good location but the pics on Expedia are misleading. Equivalent of a 2* hotel. Very ok breakfast too. No real window - overlooking the AC ducts.
Mohammed, 7-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location, friendly staff. Small rooms. Hot water wasn’t working the second day.
Sinan, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

It was ok. Not worth the money
surraya, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

I wouldn't recommend this hotel to anyone, it is relatively clean and location is next to Sultanahmet Station other than this it is very very bad any other hotel would be better, value for money is extremely low, whatever is on the website is very misleading
Marwan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The helpfulness of the staff and especially the always smiling cleaning lady.
Helen, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

On site spa, turkish bath and great restaurant outside front door. Staff friendly and helpful
Steven, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great central location

The staff was very friendly and professional. The room was lovely. However they had a deodorizer in the room that was so strong. It permeated all of our clothing and suitcase. They may want to remove those. The eating area on the roof provided lovely views of Istanbul and decent food.
Karla, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ótimo hotel com quarto família.

Foi tudo ótimo inclusive o café da manhã e era no terraço dando vista para a Mesquita azul e a Santa Sofia.
eliane, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Stayed for the day during an airline transfer. Close walk to the mosques and bazaars. Plenty of nightlife. Hotel has a really nice rooftop restaurant that you can see the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sofia during sunrise. I would stay here again
Photo from restaurant’s terrace
daniel, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Não valeu a pena. Preço caro e oferece muito pouco

Hotel próximo a praça Sultanahamet esse e o ponto positivo. Limpeza horrivel, quarto após ser limpo, parecia sujo. Banheiro com vaso muito baixo, porta mal feita. Elevador muito pequeno. Café da manhã com comida fria, sem variedades esperada. Quarto pequeno demais, sem local para colocar mala. Armário que não cabe nada. Vista para nada, só via sujeira. Cidade cara com preços absurdos, muito mais cara do que Paris e não vale a pena voltar.
Odete, 10-night trip

8/10 Very good

all staff are very kind and friendly. Location is good. The roads around hotel are close (only walking) from 10:00am to 6;00pm, so taxi can not go in front of the hotel.
Yoshimitsu, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best spot!

Very helpful staff. Excellent location
Jeff, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at the Lapis. The location is fantastic for seeing the sites and the view from the terrace is so beautiful. We truly enjoyed the elaborate breakfasts and the staff is friendly and helpful. We found the bed and room overall very comfortable.
Beth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location close to attractions. It was a little hard to find as the sign was not very big, but location was perfect. Breakfast was absolutely amazing!!! Staff was friendly and let us check in early as our room was ready early. Definitely recommend. Location is far from the airport you will need to Uber/cab it there. Hotel offers 50 euro transportation. Using metro can take 2hrs with transfers. We opted for Uber (most users are cabs). Location and breakfast was most important to us and air conditioning. This place was perfect. We booked two rooms because we have older kids. The had two rooms connected with a locking door (very nice to have that). Highly recommend this hotel!!!
Rebecca, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

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Ivanna, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Room was basic. No alcohol licence but can bring your own drinks if desired. Great rooftop terrace views of the blue mosque. Breakfast was... ok. Room for improvement in some areas but a good stay in a great location.
Joshua, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great friendly staff, helpful, clean rooms
4-night trip

6/10 Good

Muy buena ubicación habitación demasiado pequeña y no muy agradable
Gisella, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ubicación y vistas inmejorables.

El hotel tiene una ubicación privilegiada a unos pasos de la Mezquita Azul y de la Santa Sofía y si bien es cierto que las habitaciones no son muy espaciosas, el servicio, la calidez de su staff, el desayuno y la vista desde su terraza lo compensan.
Hellen N, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had a great stay at this charming hotel. While it’s not very big, it was incredibly accommodating and had everything I needed. The staff were outstanding—special thanks to Yaseen and Zulfiye, who were especially helpful and friendly throughout my stay. Their warm hospitality really made a difference. The breakfast was a highlight—fresh, tasty, and a perfect start to the day. The location is also fantastic, literally right next to the trams, which made getting around so convenient. I’d definitely stay here again and highly recommend it!
Aneesa, 6-night trip