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The Halic Bosphorus Hotel

A compact 8-room hotel in the Old City, with sea views and practical touches like a car park and paid airport shuttle.

  • 25-minute walk to Topkapi Palace harem
  • Rooms with sea views
  • On-site car park
6.7 Nice 62 reviews Booking.com 6.7 · 62 reviews

About

The Halic Bosphorus Hotel

The Halic Bosphorus Hotel sits in the Sultanahmet district of Istanbul’s Old City, roughly a 25-minute walk from the harem at Topkapi Palace. It’s a modest, 8-room property, which keeps things simple and personal.

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, heating, and some have sea views. On-site there’s a car park, express check-in/out, a coffee shop, and a restaurant. The hotel also arranges tours and tickets, and can help with laundry.

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Car park
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Sea views from many rooms — A good number of the double rooms and the studio are marked as sea view, so you can expect a glimpse of the water without leaving your room.
  • Old City location — You’re within walking distance of Topkapi Palace and the rest of Sultanahmet’s sights. It’s a 25-minute stroll to the palace harem.
  • Helpful service — Guest scores put service at 7.7 and staff at 7.4, among the hotel’s stronger categories, suggesting a friendly, attentive team.
  • Car park on site — Parking in Sultanahmet is notoriously tricky, so having a car park is a practical plus if you’re driving.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Limited dining options — Dining scores 6.8, the lowest of the rated categories. The on-site coffee shop and restaurant may not be a highlight.
  • No pets allowed — If you’re travelling with a pet, this isn’t the place – the hotel’s policy is clear that animals aren’t permitted.
  • Strict check-in window — Check-in is only between 14:00 and 23:59, so if you’re arriving late, you’ll need to plan around it.
  • Small scale — With just 8 rooms, the property is intimate, but that means fewer amenities like a pool or fitness centre – and it may feel cramped if you prefer larger hotels.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Double Room Private Bathroom

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double Room Sea View

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double Room Sea View

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double Room Sea View

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double Room Sea View

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Double Room Sea View

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Standard Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Studio Sea View

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Parking & transport

  • Car park
  • Paid airport shuttle

Food & drink

  • Coffee shop
  • Restaurant

Services

  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

In-room comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries
  • Dryer

Family & safety

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

6.7
Nice 62 reviews

Guest-rated 6.7/10 from 62 reviews

Booking.com · 6.7 · 62 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Istanbul

The property sits in Istanbul.

Topkapi Palace: A 25-minute walk takes you to the harem of Topkapi Palace, the heart of the Ottoman Empire’s history.

Ayranci Sokak No:9, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, 34134, Türkiye

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 10:00-12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
9 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

Does The Halic Bosphorus Hotel have a car park?

Yes, the hotel offers a car park on site.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is from 10:00 to 12:00.

Are pets allowed at the hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there an airport shuttle service?

Yes, the hotel provides a paid airport shuttle.

Are there sea view rooms?

Yes, several room types, including Deluxe Double and Studio Sea View, offer sea views.

The bottom line

The Halic Bosphorus Hotel works best for travellers who want a simple, well-positioned base in the Old City, with sea views and parking – and who don’t need a full-service resort experience.

6.7Best for couples and independent travellers prioritising location and sea views over luxury.

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