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Dara Hotel offers modern-style accommodation with a roof-top terrace and rooms overlooking Istanbul’s Sultanahmet historic centre and the Marmara Sea. It features free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception with tour desk. Soundproofed rooms at Dara Old City Hotel are decorated with white-washed walls and wooden floors. They are all air conditioned and equipped with flat-screen satellite TVs. The private bathrooms provide hairdryer and courtesy slippers. Guests can enjoy a selection of traditional Turkish and international breakfast at the restaurant of the hotel, while gazing at the Marmara Sea and Sokollu Mehmet Pasha Mosque. Local drinks and spirits are offered at the bar. Popular nearby attractions include the Topkapi Palace and Aya Sofia, both within a 5-minute walk from the hotel Dara And Family Rooms. Multilingual staff can help booking excursions. Istanbul Airport is 43 km away and transfers can be arranged upon request.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Istanbul, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.1

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet


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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.1
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
7.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jessica
    Portugal Portugal
    I loved the staff they were very kind and helpful. Worried about me all the time and making sure I was well looked after. My room my kingdom.
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was great and within five minutes you are alongside Sultan Ahmet Mosque ('Blue Mosque') although the first couple of minutes are uphill. The staff were friendly and the room was cleaned every day with new towels etc. Breakfast was...
  • Harshad
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A decent value breakfast for a hotel in the price range

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Dara Old City Hotel

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • Heating
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Stand-up comedy
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Pub crawls
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Wellness
  • Spa/wellness packages
Languages spoken
  • Arabic
  • English
  • Russian
  • Turkish

House rules

Dara Old City Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

1 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Dara Old City Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

FAQs about Dara Old City Hotel

  • Room options at Dara Old City Hotel include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Family
    • Single
    • Suite

  • Dara Old City Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Evening entertainment
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Walking tours
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Pub crawls
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Bike tours
    • Happy hour
    • Stand-up comedy
    • Cooking class
    • Movie nights

  • Dara Old City Hotel is 500 yards from the centre of Istanbul. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Dara Old City Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 5.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet

  • The prices at Dara Old City Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Dara Old City Hotel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.