FAROS HOTEL OLD CITY - SPECIAL CATEGORY ISTANBUL, Istanbul – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with Views
Faros Hotel Old City - Special Category offers 25 guestrooms with minibars, LCD TVs, and air conditioning. Some rooms include a seating area, French balconies with city views, and floor-to-ceiling windows. Private bathrooms come with spa baths, free toiletries, and slippers. Select rooms overlook the Hagia Sophia or the Bosphorus Strait.
Dining at Faros
Faros Restaurant serves international cuisine, with a daily breakfast buffet available in the dining room. The on-site bar provides drinks, and room service is available. Nearby options include Tony's Pizza, The Coffee Bean, and local souvenir shops.
Leisure & Accessibility
The hotel features free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a common area with a TV. Limited accessibility is available for guests with disabilities, including a Braille-equipped lift. The Grand Bazaar is a 5-minute walk away.
Prime Istanbul Location
The hotel is 200 meters from the Column of Constantine, 400 meters from the Blue Mosque, and 500 meters from Hagia Sophia. Istanbul Airport is 45 km away, and a one-way transfer from Atatürk Airport is available for stays of 3 nights or more.
Services & Convenience
Concierge services, dry cleaning, and complimentary newspapers are provided. Safety features include carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and a security system. The hotel is steps from Bus #7 and the Green Line Tram, connecting to central Istanbul.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Security
- Baggage storage
- Elevator
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Grocery shopping service
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cribs
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I stayed at this hotel on a budget and for my wedding shopping, and it exceeded my expectations in many ways. The location is superb, surrounded by iconic landmarks and lots of eateries, making it super convenient for sightseeing. The rooms, although needing some improvements, were spacious, basic, and equipped with everything I needed, and the huge comfortable bed allowed me to rest well. The staff, particularly Murat, went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and helped us with last-minute arrangements for airport transfer. The dining options were tasty but could benefit from more variety. Overall, a great value for money choice in Istanbul.
The hotel rooms were not as spacious as advertised and had an unconventional layout with only a bathroom window, yet they were clean and cozy. The service provided by the staff was exceptionally friendly and professional. The location was perfect for exploring all the top attractions in Istanbul on foot. The dining experience, while simple, offered tasty and elegant options. Overall, the facilities were convenient and pleasant.
My stay at this hotel was overall a mixed experience. The rooms had some issues like noisy ventilation and a lack of proper lighting, but the staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel is situated in a very convenient location near major historical sites and attractions, making it easy to explore the city. The facilities could use some refreshing and improvement.