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Immerse yourself in Istanbul's historic charm at Arena Hotel - Special Class. Start the day with a continental breakfast, then unwind with a treatment at the spa or explore nearby Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia. With free WiFi, a library, and helpful staff on hand to ensure your stay is nothing short of unforgettable.
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Self parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Beach shuttle
  • Theme park shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $96
$107 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1

Why we love this property

Work and wellness blend
Located in the city center, this hotel combines business amenities with spa indulgences. Meeting rooms await while massages and body treatments restore.
Flavor for every mood
This hotel tempts with a restaurant and cafe for any craving. A bar adds evening charm, while free continental breakfast starts each morning right.
Spa paradise
The full-service spa offers body scrubs, facials, and reflexology to soothe tired bodies. A Turkish bath and peaceful garden add to this hotel's wellness charm.

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Classic Room, 1 Double or 2 Twin Beds

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Triple Room

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Murphy Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Imperial Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Imperial Suite

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Double or Twin Room on the Basement Floor - No View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Economy Double or Twin Room on the Basement Floor - No View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Queen Suite | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Queen Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Comfort Double or Twin Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Room Sea View | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Superior Room Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Kucukayasofya Mah., Sehit Mehmet Pasa yokusu, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Little Hagia Sophia - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Basilica Cistern - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 33 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 63 min drive
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 12 min walk
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 14 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 16 min walk
  • Cemberlitas Station - 7 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 7 min walk
  • Beyazit Station - 11 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station drop-off (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Art Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪dubb Kebab Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Three Partners Cafe & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arch Bistro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Garden 1897 Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Arena Hotel - Special Class

  • Arena Hotel - Special Class puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, facials, or aromatherapy, and Delight Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a bar/lounge and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Cemberlitas Station is 7 minutes and Sultanahmet Station is 7 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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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

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (TRY 150 per day)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Offsite parking nearby (TRY 150 per day; reservations required)
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Train station shuttle*
    • Cruise terminal shuttle*
    • Ferry terminal shuttle*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
    • Beach shuttle*
    • Shopping center shuttle*
    • Theme park shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1995
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Dining

Delight Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Delight Restaurant & Bar - Onsite pub. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TRY 1400 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Cruise ship terminal shuttle, ferry terminal shuttle, and train station pick-up service is offered for an extra charge
  • Area shuttle service to the beach, shopping center, and theme park is offered for an extra charge
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Self parking costs TRY 150 per day
  • Parking is available nearby and costs TRY 150 per day (49 ft away)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • 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

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

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, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Property Registration Number 8146

Also known as

Arena Hotel Special Class

Arena Hotel Special Class Istanbul

Arena Special Class

Arena Special Class Istanbul

Arena Hotel Special Class

Arena Special Class Istanbul

Arena Hotel - Special Class Hotel

Arena Hotel - Special Class Istanbul

Arena Hotel - Special Class Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Does Arena Hotel - Special Class offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Arena Hotel - Special Class 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 Arena Hotel - Special Class?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Arena Hotel - Special Class?

Yes. Self parking costs TRY 150 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Arena Hotel - Special Class?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is TRY 1400 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Arena Hotel - Special Class?

You can check in starting at 2:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Arena Hotel - Special Class and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as a Turkish bath and spa services. Arena Hotel - Special Class also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Arena Hotel - Special Class?

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

What's the area around Arena Hotel - Special Class like?

Arena Hotel - Special Class is in Sultanahmet, a short 7-minute walk from Cemberlitas Station and 2 minutes' walk from Sultanahmet Square.

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8.8

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

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  • Breakfast was excellent with a wide variety of fresh and delicious options. (9 reviews)
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Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We booked a deluxe room with balcony. We were so happy with it! We had a full view of the sea, right where the Bosphorus meets the Marmara Sea. Lovely spot to enjoy the sun in April. Breakfast was very good, too.
Nina Bonderup, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel vero amazing, The location is around a important monuments, service very good and restaurant is good
Massimiliano, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location. Very clean. Would stay here again
Kimberly, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel

Excellent hotel in historical place
Marina, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, delicious breakfast with a wide selection of items.
Anita, 11-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Location couldn't be better, room always kept clean, AC didnt work in first room so got upgraded to a better room. Staff spoke good english and always friendly. Well stocked buffet breakfast.
Ben, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and great environments with surroundings!
Altan, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cozy place to stay

Friendly and helpful stuff, peaceful atmosphere, quiet and amazing place to stay both with friends and family. Close to public transportation and delicious Turkish food, Mosque Aya Sofia, Laleni, etc
Shavkat, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The staff was very friendly and helpful.
Humera, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

lovely hotel

very friendly staff, great location, perfect breakfast. Safe and peace place. we would like go back again.
Wenjing, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, very close to everything. Staff was super helpful and enjoyed our stay. We were able to walk everywhere from the hotel or close to the metro for our longer excursions. Highly recommend.
Kurt, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Power went out a couple times. Minor issues with breakfast. But generally a nice location with a nice room and good location. Very friendly staff too!
Stanley, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

2 night stay

Nice stay and friendly staff. Great walkable area. Only issue was that the TV didn’t work but other than that we enjoyed our stay.
Amanda, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The breakfast was excellent, offering a wide variety of fresh and delicious options. The staff was incredibly friendly and always ready to help, making the experience even more enjoyable. The location was perfect—close to multiple shops and restaurants, making it easy to explore the area. Highly recommend for a comfortable and convenient stay!
Allan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

I like Arena, caring staff, easy to get everywhere, a few min from Sultan Hamed square, definitely will stay there again
Olga, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good area. Staff was friendly. Close to many great sites.
Martin, 10-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

This is a very nice hotel -it was once a private home and is very quaint. The staff couldn't have been more helpful - both before we arrived with advice in email and when we were there.
Sue, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

It’s in convenient location. Room was spotless and comfortable. Very quiet. Breakfast was good including for some North American travellers such as eggs and sausages.
Naomi, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The property was very clean,tidy and seemed qell run and efficient.
Alan, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent

Awesome hotel, extremely friendly staff and very safe. Close to everything. We love it and will go back.
10-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast and cleanliness were superb. The are is convenient but not recommended if you have knee problems otherwise the staff is amazing
Eugenia, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is very close to all the main attractions in the old city/sultanahmet area. 10 minutes or less walk to Ayasofia, Blue Mosque, Tokapi Palace and others. The staff was very helpful and friendly. If you have any questions or need anything, they were eager to help. The location and facilities were excellent. Rooms were clean and well serviced.
Hyun-June, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff is very friendly. Rooms are ok and hotel is located walking distance from everything. But there were alot of constructions nearby. It was veri difficult to get uber.
Muhammad, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Do not hesitate to book this hotel if you visiting Istanbul to explore the history of this place! Management and staff - excellent service! Wishing them all the best and hope to return back one day again! See you Istanbul and your wonderful people! Thank you for everything 🙏
Youliana, 2-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Not as per photos

It as very disappointed to see that the room and common areas are not at all the same as shown in the pictures shared in hotels.com. Breakfast is not great quality and do have some varieties. The staff are fine and polite. Overall the building is old and shabby.
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