Optimist Hotel | Hotel in Istanbul

8.0 (386 Reviews) |  4 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Sultanahmet Hotel | Optimist Hotel

Hotel in Sultanahmet, Istanbul

Facing Istanbul’s Blue Mosque, Optimist Hotel offers air conditioned rooms with a French balcony. There is a covered outdoor terrace where guests can enjoy a drink or meal. With free Wi-Fi and an LCD TV, all rooms at The Optimist feature views of the Blue Mosque. Each room also has a minibar and a private bathroom. The romantic terrace with its vine branches offers a romantic setting for breakfast or brunch. The rich buffet menu includes over 40 alternatives, including some Turkish specialties. The 24-hour front desk staff can provide car rentals, bike rentals and shuttle services to Ataturk Airport, 8 miles away. Room service is available 24/7. Optimist is within a 5-minute walk of the Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the lively Grand Bazaar. Free parking is provided.

Optimist Hotel is located in Istanbul.

This 5 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Balcony/Terrace, Restaurant, Guest Services, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 386 reviews with the average score of 8 . Coming to Istanbul and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Designated Smoking Area
Balcony/Terrace
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Bar
Parking
  • Private Parking
  • Parking
Activities
  • Bar crawls
  • Cooking class
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Themed dinners
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Air conditioning
Guest Services
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Laundry
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Private check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Airport shuttle
  • Shuttle service
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Currency exchange
  • Suit press
  • Express check-in/out
  • Invoice provided
Internet
  • Internet
  • Wifi
  • Free Wifi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • First aid kits available
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
Transportation/Shuttle
  • Airport pickup
  • Airport drop-off

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

License number: 2022-34-1426

Reviews

Value for money:
8.72
Location:
9.81
Staff:
9.22
Facilities:
8.11
Comfort:
8.24
Cleanliness:
8.07
Alisa
Dec 21, 2025 08:00:00 AM
Review Score:   7
Czech Republic
Reviewer Type: Couple
Travel Purpose: leisure
Positive: Perfect location, on the Sultanahmet square, everything is close. Great view from the terrace. Water upon request for free, same with the slippers..
Negative: Upon arrival we were relocated to the neighbouring Turkoman hotel. By the manager we were told it is "the same". The view wasn't as on the pictures and the rooms were totally different. Breakfast was nice, but nothing astonishing. The room was small and the furniture was a bit dated, but cozy. The bathroom could have been cleaner.
Summary: Great location
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Superior Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 30 m2
1 Sofa bed Bed
1 Queen bed(s) Bed
Superior Double or Twin Room

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Towels, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Guest bathroom, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Toilet, Slippers, Body soap, Conditioner, Shampoo, Shower

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Key access, Lockers, Trash cans, Heating, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities, Hardwood or parquet floors, Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Sofa, Desk, Sitting area, Dining area

View

City view, Landmark view, Garden view, Sea view, View, Quiet street view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table, Cleaning products

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Room Amenities

Adapter, Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Sofa bed, Hypoallergenic pillow

Layout

Window

Safety features

Air purifiers

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Double or Twin Room
Room Type: Twin/Double
Room Size: 18 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Towels, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Guest bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Slippers, Body soap, Conditioner, Shampoo, Shower

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Key access, Lockers, Trash cans, Heating, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities, Hardwood or parquet floors, Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Dining area, Desk, Sitting area

View

City view, Landmark view, Garden view, View, Quiet street view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table, Cleaning products

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Adapter, Hypoallergenic pillow

Layout

Window

Safety features

Air purifiers

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 20 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Towels, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Guest bathroom, Bathtub, Hairdryer, Toilet, Slippers, Body soap, Conditioner, Shampoo, Shower

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Key access, Lockers, Trash cans, Heating, Carbon monoxide detector, Air conditioning, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities, Hardwood or parquet floors, Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Outdoors

Balcony

Living Area

Dining area, Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, Garden view, View, Quiet street view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Dining table, Cleaning products

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Adapter, Hypoallergenic pillow

Layout

Window

Safety features

Air purifiers

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
Budget Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 16 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed
2 Twin bed(s) Bed
Budget Double Room

Food & Drink

Minibar, Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Towels, Free toiletries, Toilet paper, Private bathroom, Guest bathroom, Hairdryer, Toilet, Slippers, Body soap, Conditioner, Shampoo, Shower

Media & Technology

Flat-screen TV, Cable channels, TV

General

Key access, Lockers, Trash cans, Heating, Carbon monoxide detector, Fire extinguisher, Ironing facilities, Hardwood or parquet floors, Soundproof, Smoke Alarm, Iron

Living Area

Desk

View

City view, Landmark view, Garden view, View, Quiet street view

Kitchen

Electric kettle, Cleaning products

Bedroom

Wardrobe or closet, Childrens' cribs, Linens

Room Amenities

Socket near the bed, Clothes rack, Adapter, Hypoallergenic pillow

Safety features

Air purifiers

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation
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