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The Empress Theodora Hotel Istanbul

  • Alemdar Cad. No:16 Sultanahmet, 34122 Istanbul, Turkey - View on map
8.5 /10
Very good
Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Hotel
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Located in the heart of Sultanahmet, The Empress Theodora Hotel offers 27 spacious rooms and features a rooftop restaurant with views of Sultan Zeynep Mosque. This hotel stands opposite a tram stop, providing easy access to the surrounding area, and includes free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Within walking distance from Topkapi Palace and the Archaeological Museum, guests will find themselves close to some of Istanbul's most historic attractions. Istanbul International Airport is situated 17 km away with an airport shuttle service available upon request, meanwhile, Istanbul Airport lies within 53 km.

The air-conditioned rooms at The Empress Theodora Hotel include one bed per room along with flat-screen satellite TVs and cable channels. Each room comes equipped with a private bathroom featuring tiled floors, over-sized showers or bathtubs, free toiletries including soap and slippers, as well as hairdryers. Additional in-room amenities consist of minibars, tea and coffee makers with electric kettles by the bedside outlets, wardrobes or clothes racks for storage, safety deposit boxes for valuables, alarm clocks, key card access systems and daily housekeeping services. Guests can enjoy city or garden views from their windows.

Guests benefit from a range of services including a 24-hour reception desk offering concierge assistance alongside wake-up calls. Complimentary Wi-Fi is accessible throughout all areas while on-site convenience stores serve guest needs during their stay. Dining options include buffet breakfast served both indoors on the terrace as well as outdoors overlooking scenic surroundings. Safety measures such as fire extinguishers are installed across the building while vertical access between floors is via stairs only.

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Rooms: 27

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Standard Room

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Room Amenities
  • Garbage bins,
  • Cleaning supplies,
  • Wooden or parquet flooring,
  • Clothes iron,
  • Iron and ironing board,
  • Indoor heating,
  • Climate control,
  • Clothing storage or cupboard,
  • Work desk,
  • Secure safe,
  • Infant beds,
  • Ceramic or marble flooring,
  • Garment hanging rack,
  • Power outlet near the bed
Bathroom
  • Hair conditioner,
  • Hair drying equipment,
  • Ensuite bathroom,
  • Complimentary toiletries,
  • Restroom,
  • Shower facilities,
  • Bathtub or shower,
  • Hair cleanser,
  • Bathroom tissue,
  • Body wash,
  • Footwear for indoors
Media & Technology
  • Television with flat screen,
  • Television with cable channels,
  • Phone,
  • TV with satellite channels,
  • Television
Food & Drink
  • Tea and Coffee making facilities,
  • Mini fridge,
  • Mini refrigerator,
  • Kettle for hot water
Services & Extras
  • Electronic key card access,
  • Bath towels,
  • Morning wake-up call,
  • Bed linens,
  • Physical key entry,
  • Extra towels/sheets (additional cost),
  • Wake-up call service/Alarm clock
Outdoor & View
  • View of the garden,
  • Urban view,
  • Scenery
Accessibility
  • Top levels reachable solely by staircase
Safety & security
  • Fire alarm

Triple Room

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Economy Double Room without Window

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On-site Amenities

General

General

  • Wireless internet access throughout the property
Services

Services

  • Online services
  • Wireless Internet
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
Food & Drink

Food & Drink

  • Dining area
Transport

Transport

  • Airport transportation
  • Shuttle service (extra fee)
  • Airport transportation (additional fee)
  • Airport pick-up service
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Transportation service
Reception services

Reception services

  • Round-the-clock reception
  • Money exchange
  • Travel information desk
  • Baggage holding area
  • Personalized guest services
  • Exclusive check-in/check-out
  • Secure storage compartments
Common areas

Common areas

  • Outdoor patio
  • Common living room with TV
  • Patio furniture
Cleaning services

Cleaning services

  • Washing service
  • Clothes dry cleaning
  • Garment ironing service
  • Everyday cleaning service
Business facilities

Business facilities

  • Facsimile and photocopy services
Shops

Shops

  • Convenience store within the premises
Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous

  • No smoking rooms
  • Rooms for families
  • Climate control
  • Hypoallergenic room
  • Smoke-free property
  • Climate control system
  • Assigned smoking zone
  • Physical key entry
  • Electronic key card entry
Safety & security

Safety & security

  • Secure storage locker
  • Round-the-clock security
  • Security alert system
  • Fire detection alarms
  • Surveillance cameras in shared spaces
  • Exterior video surveillance
  • Emergency fire suppression devices
Safety features

Safety features

  • Personnel adhere to all safety guidelines set by local authorities
  • Commonly used stationery items like printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper have been eliminated
  • Hand sanitizing stations in guest rooms and essential areas
  • Procedures implemented to monitor guest health
  • Availability of first aid kits
  • Connection to healthcare professionals
  • Property provides thermometers for guest use
  • Face coverings available for guests
Physical distancing

Physical distancing

  • Touch-free check-in/check-out
  • Non-cash payment options
  • Social distancing guidelines observed

Internet

  • Complimentary WiFi!
  • The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Parking

  • Details about parking facilities are not available.

Important Information for Guests

Check-in

  • From 14:00 hours

Check-out

  • Until 12:00 hours

Pets

  • Pets are not permitted.
Important information
Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), The Rooftop Restaurant is unavailable until further notice.
Contact methods
☎ telephone
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Edgar 04 - 2025
8/10

Hotel in Istanbul, near Sultanahmet. Walk to Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Rooms small but clean, beds okay. Air conditioning works well. Staff helpful, gave water daily. Breakfast on terrace, basic but okay. Close to tram stop for Taksim and other areas. No elevator noticed.

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FAQ

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Empress Theodora Hotel?

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is by 12:00.

What are the coordinates?

Use the GPS coordinates: 41.009965, 28.978761 to reach the destination.

Is there air conditioning at The Empress Theodora Hotel?

Yes, accommodation is air-conditioned.

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