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Reviews of Sphendon Hotel

Akbıyık Değirmeni Sok. No:46 Sultanahmet, Fatih, 34122 Istanbul, Turkey

#1137 of 2,503 hotels in Istanbul

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Review score

Based on 376 hotel reviews

8.1

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    9.2

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 7 November 2024

    7.0
    Great spot if you are looking for a decent place to stay close to historic city center
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleanness, the sofa needs urgently a deep clean, the bathroom needs to be fixed

    Great location close to Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkit Palace, etc

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2024

    8.0
    For the price and location, the hotel is a great option.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only thing is that the water pressure of the shower is not so powerful but still acceptable .

    We reached the hotel at very early morning because of the overnight bus schedule. The hotel gentleman let us take the breakfast first (because we wouldn't take the last day breakfast due to very early Check-out) and then relax on the beautiful terrace. The lady cleaned up the room immediately and made it ready for us to check-in, at around 10am!!!! 4 hours earlier than regular check-in time. We were very thankful for that. The room is spacy and clean, the beds are very comfortable too. We could simply lay in bed and see the Blue Moschee. The location is prefect, only about 5 minutes walk to the Blue Moschee and many lovely big and small restaurants nearby while the hotel itself locals at a small quiet street. The buffet breakfast was great too, basic choice with some very nice homemade food/cakes.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 October 2024

    8.0
    Cozy hotel at great location
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Room is small. No parking. No elevator but the staff helped to carry our luggage upstairs.

    Helpful staff. Great location, easy access to the popular attractions. Breakfast is good with fresh made dishes. Private shuttle with reasonable price. They work with a vendor to deliver food which is easy to use.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good location and price! Worth a stay :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Definitely need to provide another blanket. It was very very hot outside and my partner needed to keep the A.C on leaving the room too cold for me. We also booked the boat cruise through the hotel which was very disorganised we were shoved on a bus with people from a different company, once arriving at the port we were never told what boat to get on. We had the same problem on the way back after the cruise, stuck at the port with no clue what bus was taking us home. Airport transfer was also extremely disorganised, once arriving we were told by the "middle man" that they didn't even have our booking and we had to wait for 30minutes at the airport. It is also very expensive, just book online for alot less. Breakfast is very basic you must pay to get more even if it says included on your booking.

    Great location, restaurants and small shops near by! We were hesitant to book based on some negative reviews here and on google but honestly it was great! Yes if you search for dust in the corners you'll find some but overall enjoyed our stay and would stay again.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2024

    8.0
    Nice stay at convenient price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Large Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room’s space was quite limited and the toilet very small but still reasonable for one person. Breakfast can be improved in terms of variety and fresh products. At the end, a good choice considering the price!

    Nice hotel, located in a cool wood building just 10’ walking distance from Blue Mosque. The area is quiet and safe. Staff is very helpful, room is cleaned and equipped with all the necessary including coffee/tea station. The terrace on the rooftop deserves a visit!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    7.0
    Like vs unlike
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No elevator and the stairway is narrow, would be a problem if you got luggage. Not enough lighting as most bulbs were burnt or missing.

    Good location. Simple breakfast. Good WiFi.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    7.0
    Good location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Average breakfast (also closes at 10am) Dirty shower Expensive laundry

    Good location Good value for Money

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    On the second day of our stay, hot water was not available in the shower and sink. They charged us for 2 drinks from the bar but did not used any, we did not complain for 6 Euros, but still.

    Good location, terrace on the top level, good breakfast, very good staff.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Large Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms are a little aged and therefore hard to tell if it's clean or dirty or just old. Not to my personal taste and the bathroom was very tiny.

    Absolutely amazing location right behind all the main tourists areas, perfect for a flying visit if you want to take in the main sights. Nice breakfast laid out in the morning and nice staff with easy check in process.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 August 2024

    9.0
    Full of Character
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    All the character from the hotel's outside and entrance space was great, but I wish there was more personality to the rooms themselves.

    Location was great. It was quite even with all the cats resting along the street. Staff was our favorite. They were so friendly, and well traveled. We really got along. Loved the breakfast and the look/feel of both the exterior of the hotel and room. Room was a bit small, but the price for a major city like Istanbul seems reasonable. We were also so close to the great dinner restaurants, so being able to walk home after a great night out was a huge plus.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2024

    9.0
    Charming Vintage Hotel in an Excellent Location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Excellent location and service. The rooms are very clean and nice, with an interesting vintage vibe that complements the Sultanahmet area. It is a 10-minute walk from the hotel to the main attractions of Sultanahmet. The staff is very helpful, and overall, it was great value for the money.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2024

    8.0
    We had great time spending in the hotel and Turkey.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was on the first floor and we were afraid of the cats coming inside the room from the window. The fan inside the bathroom stopped working and was not repaired until last day.

    The hotel was so close to the main attractions and we were surprised to find them accidentally in the first day. The terrace and kitchen were renovated and very clean. The staff were so friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 July 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Needs to be restored, specially the WC’s , isolation is very bad.

    Location is perfect en the staff is nice .

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 July 2024

    8.0
    Older house in the historic center with a sea view terrace
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Large Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The furniture is a bit outdated, steep stairs to the rooms.

    Great location, just a few minutes from Blue Mosque but still a very quiet place. Helpful staff. Good breakfast. The terrace with a sea view is amazing. Tea and kettle in the room.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would appreciate to have more vegetables for the breakfast and it would be nice to serve breakfast on the terrace, not in the ground floor

    Perfect rooftop and very convenient location! I liked the reception stuff, all guys are so helpful!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2024

    9.0
    Would definitely recommend the hotel to anyone going to Istanbul. I would definitely stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Everything was good, good value for the location.

    Location was prefect ! It was very close to the main sites and transportation. The breakfast was good just enough choices not too much or too little. just enough to start your day.t

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very good location and vibe.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    9.0
    Good place and very near to The Mesquites and principal Europe Down town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Large Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The old mattress.

    Good location near The Mesquites. Secure Area around the hotel. The Staff very friendly and available 24/7 for help.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    9.0
    Good location and very good service
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Great breakfast, very clean room, simply and close to the sultanahmet area. Staff really helpful also in arranging taxis

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Large Single Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The terrace looked nothing like the photos. Not really nice at all and used continually by smokers.

    The location was good. The staff were super friendly and helpful. Even carried my suitcase up and down the stairs for me. The breakfast was really good - lots of home baked cakes. Showers were really good with plenty of hot water

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    8.0
    it is a true 3-star (i.e. modest) hotel in the top area.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    To pull the omelette off the buffet breakfast (included into the stay) and into the menu (paid-for selection) was a strange idea. (the change happened right during our stay). The hotel is a bit aged, as is furniture and tolets/showers. Toilets/showers can be cleaned a bit more thoroughly between guests' stays.

    Location is excellent, just below the Blue Mosque but away from the tourist crowd, towards the Little Aya Sofia. The staff is very friendly and helpful, fluent in English and Russian and knowing some French. The terrace on top offers a great view of the Bosphorus, and the hotel is putting up a bar there now.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly and helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    8.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The only disappointment was that the terrace was being renovated during our stay but it will be lovely once completed

    Staff were lovely. Location great, close to everything

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice Hotel , so close to most attraction nearby , walking within minutes to sultanahmet mosque. Cooperative staff , Thank you all for your kindness. I will come again inshallah.

    Stayed in April 2024

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