In the heart of Istanbul, Almina Hotel - Special Class offers a serene retreat near the Blue Mosque. Unwind in the Turkish bath or steam room, indulge in a massage, and enjoy free continental breakfast on the rooftop terrace with breathtaking views.
Reviews
7.87.8 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Spa
Airport transfer
Free parking
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Bar
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Rooftop terrace
Sauna
Steam room
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Spa services
Massage/treatment rooms
Airport shuttle
Terrace
24-hour front desk
Garden
Feel at home (6)
Children stay free
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
The current price is $122
$122
$135 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Why we love this property
Breakfast and bar charm
Wake up to a complimentary continental breakfast at this hotel. A cozy bar adds evening appeal after daytime adventures.
Spa escape central
Spa treatment rooms offer massages for ultimate relaxation. A steam room and Turkish bath refresh the body while the garden provides a serene escape.
Premium sleep sanctuary
This hotel's guestrooms pamper with premium bedding and nightly turndown service. A well-stocked minibar and 24-hour room service satisfy any cravings.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 64 min drive
Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 7 min walk
Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 16 min walk
Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 18 min walk
Sultanahmet Station - 10 min walk
Cemberlitas Station - 11 min walk
Gulhane Station - 15 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Tamara Restaurant - 3 min walk
Şerbethane - 4 min walk
Semaver Nargile Cafe - 10 min walk
Sultan Kösesi Restaurant - 3 min walk
Sur Balık - 11 min walk
About this property
Almina Hotel - Special Class
Almina Hotel - Special Class features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Square. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge and the sauna makes for a relaxing end to the day. Other features include a steam room, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Public transportation is just a short walk: Sultanahmet Station is 10 minutes and Cemberlitas Station is 11 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
25 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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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
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Children (6 years old and younger) stay 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 in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2009
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Library
Television in common areas
Spa services
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Hardwood flooring in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
21-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms available. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 55 per vehicle (one-way)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 7 and 18 costs EUR 55 (one-way)
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
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher 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, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 12454
Also known as
Almina Hotel Special Class
Almina Hotel Special Class Istanbul
Almina Special Class
Almina Special Class Istanbul
Almina Hotel Special Class
Almina Special Class Istanbul
Almina Hotel - Special Class Hotel
Almina Hotel - Special Class Istanbul
Almina Hotel - Special Class Hotel Istanbul
Frequently asked questions
Does Almina Hotel - Special Class offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Almina 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 Almina Hotel - Special Class?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Almina Hotel - Special Class?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Almina Hotel - Special Class?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 55 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Almina Hotel - Special Class?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Almina Hotel - Special Class and nearby?
Almina Hotel - Special Class has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden.
What's the area around Almina Hotel - Special Class like?
Almina Hotel - Special Class is in Sultanahmet, a short 10-minute walk from Sultanahmet Station and 5 minutes' walk from Blue Mosque.
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Reviews
Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.2
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2024
The hotel was located close to places of interests. Rooftop restaurant breakfast came with breathtaking views. The staff were helpful with excursions.
The only rooms available were the basement ones, I'd highly recommend others to opt for 2nd floor upwards ones, ours smelt musty and shook each time the train went by.
Fatima
Fatima, 5-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jan 13, 2024
The room was dirty, it was pretty cold in the room, we weren t able to turn on the AC. The room was on the street side so it was noisy. We asked for another room and we got one but the other one was also not so clean and it was cold. The staff was accommodating and polite.
Ivana
Ivana, 5-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Oct 5, 2025
Complaint about reservation cancellation
Right after I arrive in Istanbul I got a WhatsApp message from the hotel asking what time I was supposed to be at the hotel to which I responded explaining that I was at the airport and was about to take a taxi and head to the hotel. In about half an hour later, and while I was in the taxi on my way there, I got a new WhatsApp message to inform me that my reservation was cancelled and that they had no rooms available.
This is unacceptable and has caused me a terrible inconvenience.
I demand to be compensated for it.
I have and can provide evidence of the above.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Regards, Michael
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 4, 2025
personale gentilissimo e disponibile 24 ore
CARLOTTA
CARLOTTA, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 15, 2024
Condizioni delle strade nei dintorni dossestate
Maria Luisa
Maria Luisa, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2022
The hotel was clean and quaint and had a beautiful rooftop terrace where free breakfast was served.
David
David, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Nov 7, 2020
AN AWFUL HOTEL - beneath contempt!
We arrived at the hotel and found it had a large notice declaring it was CLOSED. Neither the hotel nor Hotels.Com informed us. No compensation was offered other than a refund of payment. I rate this hotel as beneath contempt!
Denis
Denis, 5-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 12, 2020
Zentral gelegen- alles zu Fuß erreichbar. Nettes, hilfsbereites Personal. In unserem Zimmer gab es kaum Ablagemöglichkeiten. Keine Garderobenhaken für Mäntel und Jacken. Im Badezimmer überhaupt keine Ablagen - Kulturbeutel auf dem Fußboden. Frühstück Geschmacksache. Viele Sachen eher für den Brunch geeignet. Aber man wird satt. Stellt man keine großen Ansprüche so kann ich das Hotel weiterempfehlen.
Ansonsten haben wir die Türken als sehr freundliche Menschen kennengelernt. Istanbul immer wieder
Birdy
Birdy, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2020
Staff was wonderful. Professional and helpful at every turn. Breakfast was very good and view from enclosed terrace was nice. And location was better than expected. Just 10 minutes from most things to see and lots of good inexpensive restaurants in similar range. Very nice place to come home to after full days exploring the city.
Peter
Peter, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2019
Stuff and price was great.
Infrastructure could be better.
Oto
Oto, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good
Nov 16, 2019
The staff were nice and helpful. However, the rooms were very small, uncomfortable, noisy (trains and constructions), and they don’t look anything like the photos on the site.
Ali
Ali, 3-night trip
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4/10 Fair
Sep 22, 2019
No es un establecimiento de 4 estrellas, no brindan adecuado confort , hay que reclamar hasta que pongan sabanas y amenities de baño, El agua de gentileza te la dan 1 sola vez y los demas dias hay que pagarla, insolito para 4 estrellas. Me dieron mala informacion previa y me indicaron que al llegar a Sultanahmet desde el aeropuerto podria tomar taxi en la plaza y con sorpresa, al arribar a Sultanahmet tuvimos que caminar con 4 maletas y 2 mochilas 850 metros por calles adoquinadas y en subida porque no me indicaron que no entran los taxis a la plaza donde arriba el micro del aeropuerto.increible!! Arman la cama con 1 sola sabana, la de abajo y una manta para cubrirse, no es un hotel de 4 estrellas sino de 2, el desayuno no es bufet internacional, es un desayuno turco, se les rompio la maquina de cafe y ese dia no hubo cafe. Un desastre. Orbitz debe auditar este hotel antes de recomendarlo. El sitio esta al lado de las vias del tren y es ruidoso. Bien ubicado, pero hay muchos hoteles en la zona y mejores .
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 18, 2019
A minha estadia foi boa, porém não gostei da maneira que eles cobram a estadia. Cheguei no hotel epedi para ver o quarto e disse que iria ao banheiro e depois iria na recepção efetuar o pagamento e em menos de cinco minutos depois estavam batendo na porta dizendo que a recepção estava aguardando o pagamento. Tenho o custume de viajar para diferentes países e jamais, nem mesmo na Turquia vi tal atitude. eles já tinham minha cópia de passaporte e minhas bagagens, me senti tratada como se fosse uma ladra e que ia fugir do hotel sem pagar. Diversos hotéis inclusive pagamos a conta no check out.
Myriam
Myriam, 2-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Apr 15, 2019
Sentimento de fustração.
Reservei este Hotel pela avaliação do Site Hotéis.com. Pelo Site a avaliação é 8.0 - Muito Bom. Pela minha avaliação, não deveria ser maior que 6.0.
SEBASTIAO SAVIO
SEBASTIAO SAVIO, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2019
Straight to the point
Amazing Hotel. Its very simple. Bathroom water is hot as hell. The room is extremely comfy. Its only about a 10 minute walk from the hagia sofia, blue mosque, topkapi and the brand bazaar. The heater is will burn you. Its that good. The tv could have more channels but other that its an excellent hotel. Breakfast is eh whatever, but good enough.
Sergio
Sergio, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 21, 2019
Mon séjour fut agréable et j'ai pu découvrir les environs d'istanbul.
Je n'ai pas apprécié les prix des excursions surévalués par l'hotel (service de courtage payant par le client à l'hôtel.)
Abd El Hafid
Abd El Hafid, 7-night trip
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6/10 Good
Jan 29, 2019
Great location but a bit outdated
Perfect location, nice and friendly staff, rooms need to be cleaner.
Meryam
Meryam, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2019
Wonderful place
Great service. Wonderful location. Comfortable rooms ! I’ll come again for sure.
Marvis
Marvis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2019
Great location!
Great location, clean room and helpful staff. It was great value for the price. The sauna looked OK but there was no relax area after taking sauna. Sauna needs to be paid extra.
Dominika
Dominika, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 28, 2018
A hotel we will remember
We were impressed by the warm and friendly staffs, from the manager to reception desk clerks, as wall as the room attendants. They were not only willing to help, but also were thoughtful and considerate, detail-oriented. They make us feel at home from the moment we entered the hotel throughout our stay to the time we said Goodbye to the staff member who carried our luggage to our taxi wearing shirt in cold weather. It was a very warm farewell you rarely see in New York City. We would strongly recommend this hotel to our colleagues in New York, and in TESOL Int’l whose members are from 145 countries all over the world.
Ke
Ke, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 17, 2018
best value for money !!
excellent place,way more than expected !!
NIKOLAOS
NIKOLAOS, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 10, 2018
Ideal situation and great staff
Overall our stay at Almina hotel was great due to the great staff!. They were arranging and very helpful when we needed information about Istanbul places, shopping, sightseeing and visiting.
The rooms were OK, probably need a refresh but this is apparently on its way...
The breakfast was very good and with several local cuisine specialties.
I warmly recommend this hotel for your stay in Istanbul. It is a very convenient place not far from the famous of Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topcapi Palace, Archeological museum, Basilica Cistern and many other things to visit. You can also walk to the grand bazaar and Egyptian bazaar or take the tramway which is about 2.60 TL.
Don't hesitate...
Mustapha
Mustapha, 6-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Dec 3, 2018
Desastre
Servicio esta mal. Atencion esta mal. Desayuna esta mal. Spa esta mal. No se vayan. Como le dieron 4 extrella no entiendo.
Verified traveler
4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 4, 2018
Hotel bom. Café pessimo!
Todos os funcionários foram extremamente prestativos. Acho que isso foi o melhor da estada. O hotel tem uma boa conservação e é confortável, apesar de não ser um 4 estrelas como no Brasil. Reservei um quarto para 2 e fiquei no prédio anexo. Isso foi algo que não gostei muito, mas o quarto era espaçoso e a internet funcionava bem. A localização é boa, mas é preciso andar pouco menos de 10 minutos para chegar ao centrinho do bairro. O café da manhã é horroroso, só com o café turco que eu detestei. Nas 2 últimas noites nem subi para comer. Acho que deveriam considerar o cardápio.
Rafael
Rafael, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 24, 2018
Super Lage, 5 min Fußweg zur blauen Moschee
super Service, Hotel und Einrichtung - etwas in die Jahre gekommen