HAGIA SOFIA MANSIONS ISTANBUL, CURIO COLLECTION BY HILTON, Istanbul
About the Hotel
Hagia Sofia Mansions Istanbul, Curio Collection By Hilton - A historic boutique hotel with a Roman cistern spa, views of Hagia Sophia, and proximity to major landmarks
Nestled between Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, this 5-star hotel occupies 17 restored mansions on a historic tree-lined street. Each room features baroque furnishings, a Turkish Hammam, and a deep soaking bathtub, with minibars and en suite bathrooms. Dining options include Sofia Terrace Restaurant, which offers indoor and outdoor seating with views of Hagia Sophia, and Green House Garden Restaurant, set around a stone fountain and lush greenery. The Sofia Garden Café transforms into a speakeasy-style bar in the evening. The Cistern Spa at Hagia Sofia Mansions includes a fully equipped fitness center, hammam, massage rooms, and an indoor jacuzzi converted from a historic Roman cistern. The hotel is steps from the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum, Basilica Cistern, and Topkapi Palace, and a 10-minute walk from the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar. Sultanahmet tram station is within a block. The 24-hour front desk provides room service, currency exchange, and airport shuttle arrangements. Laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing services are available for an extra fee. This Curio Collection property also offers family rooms, a kid-friendly buffet, and meeting facilities.
Pros
Unbeatable location steps from Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace
Private use of a Roman cistern jacuzzi available for booking
Complimentary golf cart service within the property for easy navigation
Diverse breakfast options including Turkish and continental selections
Staff provide personalized cultural insights and recommendations
Cons
The historic mansions have no elevators, requiring stairs to upper floors
Morning call to prayer from nearby mosques may wake light sleepers
Must-do experiences
- Visit the Basilica Cistern for its mysterious underground beauty.
- Try local Balık Ekmek at Eminönü for a taste of fresh fish sandwiches.
- Explore the spice market for unique spices and local delicacies.
- Witness the stunning views from Galata Tower at sunset.
- Stroll through the historic streets of Balat for colorful architecture.
Select your room type
- Family Connecting Rooms2 persons70 sq. feet2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bedAir conditioningBathtubroom details
- Hyacinth Mansion2 persons220 sq. feet1 Double bedAir conditioningBathtubroom details
- Rose Mansion2 persons150 sq. feet1 Double bedAir conditioningBathtubroom details
Prices and availability
Facilities
General
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning in public areas
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Gift/Newsstand
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- No parking available.
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Wake up service
- Newspaper service
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- High chairs
- Paid babysitting/ Child services
- Children's buffet
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Public terrace/Patio
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Massage
- Public Bath
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Bottled water
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
- Bath/ Shower
- Bathrobe
- Free toiletries
- Bathroom telephone
- Toilet
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable/ Satellite television
- Radio
Room decor
- Curtains
Dining Onsite
Location
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