ROMANCE ISTANBUL HOTEL BOUTIQUE CLASS, Istanbul – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Hudavendigar Cad. 5 Sirkeci,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34110,
Istanbul Province
Rooms with Ottoman Flair
Romance Istanbul Hotel offers rooms styled with Ottoman-era talismanic shirts and handcrafted ceramic miniatures. Options include Deluxe Rooms with king or twin beds, Luxury Rooms with terraces, and suites featuring marble bathrooms with Jacuzzis. All rooms have parquet floors, soundproof windows, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. The Royal Suite includes two living rooms and a private balcony.
Dining & Turkish Cuisine
Sultania Restaurant serves quick bites, sandwiches, and local dishes. Olive Anatolian Restaurant on the rooftop of sister hotel Yasmak Sultan offers Turkish and international cuisine with views of Hagia Sophia and the Golden Horn. Breakfast includes Turkish and continental options like pastries, cheeses, and egg dishes. Turkish cooking classes are available at Olive Anatolian Restaurant.
Spa & Indoor Pool
Allure Spa & Wellness provides Far East massages, hammam rituals, and organic treatments. The indoor pool is free for guests. The Sultan Package includes a full-body scrub, foam massage, and classic massage.
Central Old City Location
The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Sirkeci Tram Station (T1 line) and 10 minutes from ferry docks for Bosphorus tours. Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia, and the Spice Bazaar are within 0.7 km. Private airport transfers from Istanbul Airport (55 minutes) and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (60 minutes) are available.
Meetings & Special Events
Topkapı and Basilica Meeting Rooms accommodate 12-90 guests with U-shape, banquet, or theater seating. Both rooms include projectors, sound systems, and free Wi-Fi. Olive Anatolian Restaurant hosts weddings for up to 150 guests. Catering services are available for events.
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW)
27.3
mi
Istanbul (IST)
28.5
mi
Train
Sultanahmet Tram Station2000 ft
Underground
Halic5000 ft
Vezneciler
1.0
mi
Amenities
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage
Luggage storage
Locker room
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
General
Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus
Business
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
Indoor swimming pool
Live entertainment
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Steam room
Massage
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
Hudavendigar Cad. 5 Sirkeci,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34110,
Istanbul Province
Map view
street view
Hudavendigar Cad. 5 Sirkeci,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34110,
Istanbul Province
City landmarks
Museum
Hagia Sophia Museum
2300 ft
Mosque
Blue Mosque
3800 ft
Alemdar Mahallesi
Basilica Cistern
2100 ft
Square
Sultanahmet District
3300 ft
Mosque
Suleymaniye Mosque
5000 ft
Museum
Topkapi Palace
3400 ft
Museum
Istanbul Archaeology Museums
2100 ft
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih
Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami
2100 ft
Bridge
Galata Bridge
3800 ft
Historic Areas of Istanbul
2500 ft
Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet
TGC Press Media Museum
2300 ft
Mosque
Little Hagia Sophia
4600 ft
Monument
Serpent Column
3300 ft
Torun Sok.
Mosaic Museum
3700 ft
Mosque
Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque
4100 ft
Museum
Hagia Irene
2200 ft
Binbirdirek
Walled Obelisk
3400 ft
Gallery
Dolmabahce Palace
2.1
mi
Divan Yolu Caddesi
Column of Constantine
3400 ft
Mosque
Rustem Pasha Mosque
4000 ft
Gallery
Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
1.5
mi
Square
Beyazit Tower
4900 ft
Museum
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
3100 ft
Square
Beyazit Square
5100 ft
Mosque
Laleli Camii
1.4
mi
Nearby
Cankurtaran Mh.
Topkapi Palace harem
2000 ft
Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu
Cagaloglu Hamami
1800 ft
Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu
Gulhane Park
1500 ft
Museum
Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam
1500 ft
Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5
Caferaga Madrasa
1300 ft
Restaurants
Hafiz Mustafa 1864
1200 ft
Hocapasa Mahallesi
New Hatay Restaurant
300 ft
hocapasa mahallesi.ibn-i kemal caddesi No:8
Bistro Chef Restaurant & Cafe
200 ft
Hudavendigar Cad. No: 17 Sirkeci
Capadocia Restaurant
100 ft
Hoca Pasa Mahallesi
Adora Restaurant
200 ft
Hudavendigar Caddesi
Blu Kitchen
100 ft
Hudavendigar Cd. No: 5 Blu Hotel
Constantine's Ark Gurme Restaurant
400 ft
Hoca Pasa Mah. Ibn-i Kemal Cad. No: 13 Fatih,Sirkeci
Osmanlizadeler
100 ft
Hudavendigar Caddesi
Hatay Restaurant
300 ft
Bagdat Caddesi
Neyzade Restaurant
400 ft
Taya Hatun Sok. No. 5
Sapphire Restaurant
300 ft
Ibnikemal Caddesi No: 14-16
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
84%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Friendly staff
Great location
Difficulty accessing by taxi
Tram noise during the day
8.4/10
Great
Rooms
8.8
Location
9.7
Service
9.1
Dining
8.4
Guest reviews
8.4/10
based on 9 reviews
9.3
9.3/10 based on 1534 reviews
George
United States,
March
2024
8.6/10
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were great, spacious, clean, and well serviced. The location, right next to the tram stop, made exploring Istanbul a breeze. The dining experience was exceptional with delicious Turkish mezzes and a variety of options. The service was top-notch, with extremely helpful staff eager to assist at all times.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean, tidy, spacious, and well serviced.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with staff ready to assist and provide recommendations.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location next to the tram stop was very convenient for exploring key tourist attractions in Istanbul.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was amazing, with a variety of Turkish mezzes and hot food options.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered great facilities for a comfortable stay.
Friendly staff
Difficulty accessing by taxi
Bill
United States,
February
2024
8.0/10
The hotel is in a prime location, near major attractions, making it convenient for sightseeing. The rooms are spacious and clean, although maintenance work is needed. The service is exceptional, with attentive staff going above and beyond, even surprising guests with thoughtful gestures. The dining experience offers a good selection but can be pricey. Overall, a comfortable stay with excellent service and a perfect location for exploring Istanbul.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are spacious, clean, and comfortable, with all necessary amenities.
Service
9.0
The service is exceptional, with attentive and helpful staff providing great recommendations and thoughtful surprises.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is perfect, right next to major attractions and easily accessible by tram, making it convenient for exploring Istanbul.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience offers a good selection but may be on the pricey side.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offers standard facilities; however, some areas may require maintenance work.
John
United Kingdom,
February
2024
9.0/10
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and uniquely decorated to tell a story, which I loved. The location was excellent, making it convenient to visit major attractions in Istanbul. The service was exceptional with a friendly and helpful team. The dining experience was great with a variety of Turkish and international dishes. Overall, a stunning and sparkling clean hotel with a few minor room design considerations.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and very comfortable. The personalized decor made each room special, telling a unique story. However, the glass bathroom in the middle of the room could impact privacy if staying with others.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly and accommodating. They went above and beyond to make my stay pleasant.
Location
10.0
The location was amazing, within walking distance of major attractions in Istanbul. It was a perfect spot, away from the crowds but close to everything.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was great with a variety of Turkish and international dishes. The staff was friendly and the room was beautifully decorated.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel had great facilities and services such as room service, laundry, and airport shuttle options.
John
United States,
January
2024
9.2/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The rooms were beautifully appointed and comfortable, offering a great shower experience. The personalized decor in each room was a lovely touch, making my stay feel unique. The service was top-notch, with friendly and attentive staff always ready to help. The hotel's location was perfect, right in the center of historical sites and with easy access to tram stations and restaurants. The dining experience was delightful, offering a variety of tasty Turkish and international dishes. Overall, a great value for the money.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very nice and clean, with fantastic attention to detail. They were also very comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff was friendly, hospitable, and incredibly attentive.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location was impressive, right in the heart of historical sites and close to tram stations and restaurants.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was amazing, with plenty of tasty Turkish and international dishes to choose from.
Facilities
9.0
The hotel offers everything you need to relax and unwind, including pools, sauna, and hammam.
Maria
United Kingdom,
November
2023
9.0/10
The hotel offers comfortable rooms with all the amenities one could need, alongside a large and very clean bathroom. The staff is unbelievably friendly, attentive, and always ready to assist. The location is perfect, allowing easy access to all the major historical monuments in Istanbul.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms had everything we desired, and the Juliette balcony added a charming touch. They were very comfortable and impeccably clean.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond to ensure our comfort and enjoyment. Their helpfulness and friendliness were truly appreciated.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is ideal, being close to all the main attractions in Istanbul. The staff, especially Musa, Rabia, and Zumre, were kind and helpful, enhancing our overall experience.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was delightful, with a delicious and varied menu. The proximity to historical sites made it even more enjoyable.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch, offering everything one could need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Gareth
United Kingdom,
November
2023
9.2/10
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were great with a beautiful balcony, very spacious, and perfectly cleaned. The service was exceptional, exceeding my high expectations. The location was excellent, near historical sites and close to all major points of interest. The dining experience was delicious with a lovely bathroom and excellent service. The facilities were top-notch, making my visit even more enjoyable.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were perfect, very happy with the cleaning, but they need a bit of maintenance.
Service
9.0
The service was above and beyond, with great hospitality, very clean and comfortable room, and excellent location.
Location
10.0
The location is excellent near historical sites, perfect for exploring major attractions, and very central to everything I wanted to see.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was great, with delicious and rich food as well as excellent service.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were fantastic, adding to the overall pleasant stay.
Jonathan
United Kingdom,
November
2023
9.0/10
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were appointed with courteous touches and had a good interior and furniture that made me fall in love. Everything was so clean and stylishly decorated. The service was top-notch with a lovely sweet platter and wine upon arrival. The location was perfect, just a short walk to all the historical monuments, and the dining experience, though catering to all needs, had room for improvement in variety. The facilities were excellent overall, making my stay truly memorable.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were big, clean, and had all the necessary amenities. I was impressed by the stylish decor.
Service
9.0
The service was outstanding from the moment I checked in until my early morning departure at 4:30 am. The staff went above and beyond to ensure a pleasant stay.
Location
10.0
The location was fantastic, near all the major attractions like the Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and more. I couldn't have asked for a better spot.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was enjoyable with a good selection, but I wished there was a bit more variety in the ingredients. The staff was attentive and the location was excellent.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were top-notch and catered to all my needs. I especially loved the attention to detail and cleanliness throughout the hotel.
Sarah
United Kingdom,
June
2023
9.0/10
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were beautifully decorated, spacious, and equipped with all the amenities I needed. The location was perfect, within walking distance to famous sights like Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazaar. The service was top-notch, with friendly and helpful staff always ready to assist. The dining experience was fantastic with a variety of fresh and delicious options.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were beautifully decorated, spacious, and have all the amenities you will need.
Service
10.0
The staff were all so friendly, helpful, and professional at any time of day.
Location
9.0
The location was spot on, perfect for exploring all the attractions in the area.
Dining
8.0
The dining experience was very good with a variety of fresh and delicious options.
Facilities
9.0
The facilities were excellent, adding to the overall comfort and convenience of my stay.
Clean
Difficult Access for Taxis
Peter
United Kingdom,
May
2023
9.0/10
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were great and spacious, very cosy, and beautifully decorated. The location was amazing, near all the major attractions like Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Bosporus, and Taksim. The service from the reception to the spa staff was top-notch, and the dining experience was excellent. However, the price could be more competitive, and the facilities were good but not exceptional.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were great and spacious, very cosy, and well decorated.
Service
9.0
The service was more than accommodating, with friendly staff assisting in all aspects of my stay.
Location
10.0
The location couldn't have been better! It's perfectly situated near all the main attractions and just a minute away from the tram.
Dining
9.0
The dining experience was excellent with a wide choice of freshly cooked breakfast options to start the day right.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were good, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.