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A building with multiple balconies, large windows, and potted plants.
A hotel entrance with a set of stairs leading to a door, a small outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, and potted plants.
A spacious balcony with two chairs and a table, large sliding glass doors, and a view of the sea.
A patio with wooden furniture, a lantern, and a view of a cityscape.
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, two clocks, and a red chair.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is $142
$128 nightly
$142 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18

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Akbiyik Cad. Terbiyik Sok. No 12, Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, 34110
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premier Room

A modern hotel room with a bed, bedside table, a small cabinet, a painting on the wall, and a view of the city through the window.

Premier Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Premier Room with Patio

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a cityscape painting on the wall.

Premier Room with Patio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outdoors through the window.

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Penthouse with Balcony and Jettub

A bedroom with a large bed, skylights, a painting, a chair, and a small table.

Penthouse with Balcony and Jettub

  • Sea view
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Triple Room, Sea View

A modern hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Triple Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Murphy Bed

View all photos for Prime Room with Balcony

A hotel room with a large bed, a city view balcony, and a painting on the wall.

Prime Room with Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Room with Terrace

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a painting of a coastal scene, a balcony with curtains, and two yellow chairs.

Family Room with Terrace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 409 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Murphy Bed

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Located in Istanbul (Sultanahmet), Hotel Poem is within a 10-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. .This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Bosphorus and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Blue Mosque.

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bosphorus - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sultanahmet Square - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Topkapi Palace - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 2 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 9 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Balıkçı Sabahattin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coffe Hokka Lounge - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Palude Sultanahmet - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Seoul Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Palatium cafe and restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Poem

Hotel Poem offers 19 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include slippers, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Make yourself at home in one of the 19 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This Beaux Arts hotel also features babysitting and a television in a common area.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, express check-in, and express check-out. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).
A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Beaux Arts architecture
  • Built in 1992
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Rooftop garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1487

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

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Hotel Poem Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 243 out of 277 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 277 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 277 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 277 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 277 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast and great location
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was absolutely wonderful! The hotel is beautiful and highly recommended. The breakfast was amazing, with a great selection of delicious food. The staff were exceptionally friendly, welcoming, and attentive, making us feel comfortable throughout our stay. We truly enjoyed our time here and would be happy to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous time at hotel poem. All around a great place to stay and experience Istanbul. The very friendly staff, the breakfast (beyond our expectations!), the tasteful decor, care and efforts made above and beyond made us feel very comfortable. We actually made changes to our plans to come back and extend our stay. We can confidently say the hotel poem was one the best part of visiting Istanbul. We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, excellent breakfast, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoy the stay very much! One thing particularly worth to mention is their breakfast. It is one of the best I’ve ever had.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful stay . Staff was very friendly, helpful and attentive. Great location. Wonderful Turkish breakfast could walk everywhere and on a quite street . The house cat was adorable!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved the stay and the people!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay at Hotel Poem in Istanbul and would highly recommend it. The staff were incredibly warm, welcoming, and always willing to help with anything we needed. Our room was spacious, comfortable, and surprisingly quiet, making it a perfect place to relax after busy days exploring the city. The breakfast was absolutely outstanding! We were treated to a full traditional Turkish breakfast with an incredible variety of fresh and delicious food—there was so much to enjoy. The location couldn’t have been better. It’s right in the heart of Istanbul’s historic district, within easy walking distance of the city’s major attractions, yet tucked away on a peaceful street. These Canadians would happily stay at Hotel Poem again. Thank you for making our visit to Istanbul so memorable!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was courteous and the amenities were great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant stay great location, the breakfast and the people were amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location and views
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great staff, superb location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay: in the center of all historic landmarks and typical siteseeing places, yet quiet back alley, great breakfast, kind staff, and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall it was a very nice stay Staff is really friendly Good location and nice food
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A lovely hotel close to some of the main sights in Istanbul. Decently priced with a good breakfast included.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, modern boutique hotel. Excellent breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for exploring the historical attractions of Istanbul.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and superb experience. Eren, front desk staff, is a superstar!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Lovely hotel, clean. Great breakfast. Well located. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel with great service.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, amazing staff. Excellent location. Breakfast incredible.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing - so friendly, informative and willing to assist. Amazing breakfast daily, full Turkish offering to sit back and enjoy in the Terrace. Great location, convenient to all major attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay in Istanbul

We loved everything about our stay. The location is unbeatable, the breakfast a work of art, the staff the most friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024