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The Empress Theodora Hotel, Istanbul

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Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
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About the Hotel

Alemdar Cad. No:16 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
Great
8.9
/10
3.6
/5

The Empress Theodora Hotel, a 3-star Istanbul hotel rated 8.7/10 on Booking.com, features 18 luxury rooms blending modern lifestyle with traditional Greek design. Guests can enjoy a rooftop restaurant with views of Sultan Zeynep Mosque and exceptional Turkish hospitality.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at The Empress Theodora Hotel are designed with a blend of modern and Greek elements, featuring amenities such as air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and exclusive toiletries. Guests can select from various room types, including single, double, and triple options, with sizes ranging from 16 to 45 m².

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include a buffet breakfast served in the rooftop restaurant, allowing guests to enjoy views of the nearby mosque. Several local restaurants, such as Efezade, are within a 0.5 km radius, providing various Turkish and international cuisines.

Leisure & Attractions

Leisure offerings include the chance to experience traditional Turkish Hamamı and massage services, ensuring a relaxation experience. Guests can also explore nearby landmarks such as the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, which are within a short walking distance.

Services & Transportation

The Empress Theodora Hotel offers services like free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. Easy access to public transport is available, with Sirkeci train station just a 6-minute walk, enabling convenient travel around the historical city center.

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The Empress Theodora Hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard Room
2 persons
185 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating
Triple Room
2 persons
205 sq. feet 
1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
Shower
Heating
Economy Double Room without Window
2 persons
175 sq. feet 
1 Double bed
Shower
Heating

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What our guests says about facilities

The Empress Theodora Hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
What’s included

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Currency exchange
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access

Guest Parking

  • Electric kettle

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services

Dining

  • Restaurant

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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The Empress Theodora Hotel Location

Alemdar Cad. No:16 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
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Alemdar Cad. No:16 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
Nearby
Museum
Hagia Sophia Museum
1200 ft
Alemdar Mahallesi
Basilica Cistern
900 ft
Museum
Istanbul Archaeology Museums
1300 ft
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih
Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami
900 ft
Historic Areas of Istanbul
1300 ft
Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet
TGC Press Media Museum
2000 ft
Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu
Gulhane Park
300 ft
Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu
Cagaloglu Hamami
1400 ft
Museum
Hagia Irene
1400 ft
Museum
Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam
1300 ft
Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5
Caferaga Madrasa
200 ft
Museum
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
1800 ft
Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi
Tomb of Sultan Ahmet
1200 ft
Merkez Beyazit
Mausoleum of Mahmud II
1900 ft
Restaurants
Sultanahmet Koftecisi
1200 ft
Buyukdere Cad. Astoria Alisveris Merkezi No:127 K:3 Sisli Esentepe
Caferaga Medresesi
200 ft
Cankurtaran Mahallesi
Kosk Kebap
700 ft
Alaykosku Cad. No:21 Alemdar Mah.
Ottoman Life Park
1000 ft
Alemdar Mahallesi Yerebatan Caddesi No10 Giris Kat Sultanahmet / Fatih
Maya's Corner
900 ft
Alemdar Mh.
Cafe Rumist
2200 ft
Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi
Food Lab Istanbul
700 ft
Hocapasa Mahallesi. Hocapasa Sokak. No:37A
Nist Cafe
1300 ft
Alemdar Mahallesi
Yeni Oz Karadeniz
1300 ft
2 cagagoglu Hamami sokagi
Getting around
City Centre
Istanbul8 min  ·  2000 ft
Airports
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW)66 min  ·  27.0 mi
Istanbul (IST)70 min  ·  28.7 mi
Train
Sultanahmet Tram Station5 min  ·  1400 ft
Sirkeci Train Station8 min  ·  2000 ft
Underground
Vezneciler21 min  ·  1.1 mi
Halic22 min  ·  1.1 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in for free.
Breakfast
The hotel The Empress Theodora serves a full breakfast for free. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Russian, Turkish, Arabic
Number of rooms:
27

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about The Empress Theodora Hotel from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 569 verified reviews
8.4/10
Great
86%
Recommend
Breakfast
8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Comfort
8.9/10
Facilities
8.6/10
Free Wi-Fi
8.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.2/10
Staff
9.3/10
Value for money
9.0/10
Guest reviews
based on 1388 reviews
8.9/10
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