Megara Palace - Old City Hotel Istanbul, Istanbul - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Ishakpasa Cad No 8, Istanbul, Turkey, 34140

Megara Palace - Old City, a 3-star hotel in the heart of Sultanahmet, combines traditional Turkish hospitality with state-of-the-art facilities, featuring terraces overlooking the Marmara Sea and Princes' Islands.

Rooms With Bosphorus Views

23 air-conditioned rooms at Megara Palace - Old City feature hardwood floors, minibars, and LCD televisions. Each room includes stunning views of Bosphorus or Topkapi Palace, with windows that open for fresh air.

Panoramic Restaurant Experience

The restaurant overlooks the Bosphorus and Topkapi Palace, serving local and international cuisines. The wine cellar stocks superior selections of local and imported wines, complemented by Turkish and Mediterranean side dishes.

Wellness and Services

Specialized healing services include SCIO sessions, Cosmic Healing, Reconnective Healing, and Timelessness Healing. The hotel provides 24-hour front desk service, valet parking, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.

Central Historic Location

Located within walking distance of Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and Eminonu pier. The hotel is 0.5 miles from Sirkeci and 28 miles from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Guest Room

Max:

1 person

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

Shower

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Standard Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Landscape view

Shower

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Economy Double Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Garden view

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Istanbul3000 ft

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 26.8 mi

Istanbul (IST) 31.1 mi

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station2000 ft

Metro stations

Vezneciler 1.2 mi

Halic 1.4 mi

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Parking lot

Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour room service

24-hour security

General

Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Locker room
Currency exchange
Gift/Newsstand
Multilingual staff

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Airport shuttle
24-hour room service
Doctor on call
Package/Parcel services

Dining

Breakfast
Restaurant
Fine dining
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cribs

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Ishakpasa Cad No 8, Istanbul, Turkey, 34140

Map view

Ishakpasa Cad No 8, Istanbul, Turkey, 34140

City landmarks

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

1.6 mi

Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet

TGC Press Media Museum

4300 ft

Bridges

Galata Bridge

1.2 mi

Divan Yolu Caddesi

Column of Constantine

4300 ft

Mosque

Laleli Camii

1.3 mi

Square

Beyazit Square

1.3 mi

Merkez Beyazit

Mausoleum of Mahmud II

4300 ft

Mosque

Little Hagia Sophia

2.6 mi

Torun Sok.

Mosaic Museum

2.3 mi

Mosque

Sokullu Mehmed Pasa Mosque

2.6 mi

Nearby

Museums

Hagia Sophia Museum

1300 ft

Mosque

Blue Mosque

1300 ft

Alemdar Mahallesi

Basilica Cistern

1300 ft

Square

Sultanahmet District

1300 ft

Museums

Topkapi Palace

1300 ft

Cankurtaran Mh.

Beyoglu Turkish coffee

1300 ft

Museums

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

1300 ft

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

1300 ft

Historic Areas of Istanbul

1300 ft

Monuments and Landmarks

Serpent Column

1300 ft

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu

Cagaloglu Hamami

1300 ft

Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Gulhane Park

1300 ft

Binbirdirek

Walled Obelisk

1900 ft

Museums

Hagia Irene

1300 ft

Museums

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam

1300 ft

Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5

Caferaga Madrasa

1300 ft

Museums

Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts

1900 ft

Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

Tomb of Sultan Ahmet

1200 ft

Sultanahmet Meydani

Obelisk of Theodosius

1300 ft

Fountains

German Fountain

1300 ft

Restaurants

Cafe Rumist

300 ft

Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

Meydan Borek

600 ft

Cankurtaran caddesi no:11 Sultanahmet

Sultanahmet Koftecisi

1200 ft

Buyukdere Cad. Astoria Alisveris Merkezi No:127 K:3 Sisli Esentepe

North Art Coffee

900 ft

21 Utangac Sokak

Turgut Kebab

1000 ft

Akbiyik Cd. No: 64 Sultanahmet Mahallesi

Elif Cafe

1200 ft

Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No 2 Sultanahmet Arasta Bazaar

Food Lab Istanbul

1700 ft

Hocapasa Mahallesi. Hocapasa Sokak. No:37A

Akbiyik Kebab House & Restaurant

1400 ft

Akbiyik Caddesi No: 81/A Fatih

Dunya

1500 ft

Sultanahmet Torun Sk. No:7

Ottoman Life Park

1900 ft

Alemdar Mahallesi Yerebatan Caddesi No10 Giris Kat Sultanahmet / Fatih

Tarihi Sultanahmet Koftecisi

2000 ft

Ortabahce Cad. Sinan Pasa Kopru Sok. No:5 Turkali

Can Restaurant

2000 ft

Alemdar Mh. Divan Yolu Cd. No: 10/A Fatih

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

84%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

8.4/10

Great

Rooms

6.6

Location

9.6

Service

9.0

Dining

6.0

Dominic

United Kingdom, March 2025

7.2/10

My stay at Megara Palace was enjoyable overall, marked by a fantastic location and friendly service. While the breakfast could use improvement, the accommodating staff and superb room views balanced out those concerns. I'd definitely choose this hotel again for a trip to Istanbul! 🌟

Rooms

7.0

I found the rooms to vary in size, with my first room being quite small, but I was later moved to a larger one that was much more comfortable. Both were clean and well-maintained.

Service

9.0

The staff truly made my stay nice—always pleasant and helpful. Their local knowledge was invaluable, and they were eager to assist in any way possible.

Location

10.0

The location is ideal for sightseeing, located just a short walk from major attractions like the Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia. It allowed me to explore the old city effortlessly.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast on the terrace was nice, though it was quite basic. They served hearty options, but I think they could enhance the variety and quality.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were adequate with essential services like room service and laundry available, although I appreciated them carrying my luggage with no hassle.

Samantha

United Kingdom, January 2025

5.8/10

I had an enjoyable stay at Megara Palace, driven by its superb location and warm service. The tiny rooms and occasional bathroom odor were notable drawbacks, though the beautiful view from my balcony helped offset those issues.

Rooms

6.0

The room was small, with barely enough space to walk around the bed. However, the amazing ocean view from the long balcony was a highlight.

Service

9.0

The staff, especially Mazlum, was incredibly friendly and helpful, offering personal touches that made my stay special.

Location

10.0

The hotel’s location was perfect, just a short walk from major attractions like Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was good, featuring a hearty spread that included fresh fruits, yogurt, and homemade jams, although it didn't stand out as really good.

Facilities

6.0

Basic facilities were available, including room service and airport shuttle, but the internet was disappointingly slow.

Elliot

United Kingdom, January 2025

5.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at Megara Palace in Istanbul. The location was perfect, just a minute away from Ayasofya and close to other major attractions. The rooms were clean, and the staff, especially Mehmet, were incredibly friendly and helpful. While I enjoyed the breakfast with a amazing view, the dining options could use some improvement. Overall, I would highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting the old city! 🌟

Rooms

7.0

The room was clean but small. Once I settled my luggage, there was barely room to walk.

Service

9.0

The service was fantastic, with friendly and helpful staff. Mehmet stood out for his really good hospitality.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is amazing. It is situated just two blocks from major attractions like the Blue Mosque and Topkapi.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast had a wonderful view, but options were somewhat limited for such a great city known for its dining.

Facilities

8.0

Facilities included room service and other helpful amenities, which were appreciated.

Ethan

United Kingdom, November 2024

5.2/10

I had an enjoyable stay at Megara Palace over the Easter weekend. The hotel offers a great location near major attractions like the Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia. While the single room was quite small and a bit dated, the cleanliness and friendly staff made up for it. The breakfast was basic, but sufficient to start the day. Overall, it presents acceptable value for the price.

Rooms

6.0

The single rooms are tiny and somewhat dark, but clean. The bathroom was surprisingly larger than the room itself. I was moved to a higher floor which was an improvement, although still no view.

Service

9.0

The staff was a standout feature. Always professional, friendly, and helpful, they went out of their way to assist me, even carrying my luggage up the quirky stairs.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is fantastic, just a short walk from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. I loved being in the old city, making it easy to explore on foot.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was simple with options like cereal, olives, bread, and hard-boiled eggs. Sufficient but not exciting, and the coffee could definitely use improvement.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel is clean and secure, with basic amenities, though there is no elevator and the internet connection was poor.

Avery

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at Megara Palace in Istanbul. The location was perfect for sightseeing, as it was just a stone's throw away from iconic sites like the Topkapi Palace and the Blue Mosque. The room was cozy and clean, although I found it a bit small. The breakfast offered a decent selection, but I remember it feeling a little lacking at times.

Rooms

7.0

My room, while small, was impeccably clean and offered a great view of the Bosphorus from the balcony.

Service

9.0

The staff were incredibly friendly and went out of their way to be helpful, making me feel truly valued as a guest.

Location

10.0

The location was unbeatable for walking to major attractions, which made exploring the city so much easier.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast had all the staples, from boiled eggs to fresh fruit, but it could have been more varied.