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Ethnica Hotel Old City

Travelers step from the ancient streets of Istanbul into a hotel where East meets West, enjoying attentive service and thoughtful amenities

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Ethnica Hotel Old City is in Istanbul's historic core, near Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia. Guests return to comfy rooms with WiFi or dine at the restaurant. Staff assists with dry cleaning/laundry and arranges tours and tickets.

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$51
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar

Room options

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Quadruple Room

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Satellite channels
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Located in Istanbul City Center, a neighbourhood in Istanbul, Ethnica Hotel Old City is near a metro station. Grand Bazaar and Istiklal Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bosphorus and Florya Beach. Check out an event or a game at Rams Park, and consider making time for Istanbul Expo Center, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
Map
Hoca Pasa Mh Nobethane Cad No 18, Sirkeci, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110

What's nearby

  • Gulhane Park
    Gülhane Park
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bosphorus featuring a monument, a bay or harbor and a bridge
    Bosphorus
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Topkapi Palace featuring a sunset and heritage architecture
    Topkapi Palace
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Blue Mosque featuring religious elements, heritage architecture and a mosque
    Blue Mosque
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hagia Sophia
    Hagia Sophia
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station
    1 min walk
  • Sirkeci Station
    2 min walk
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
    70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Roof Mezze 360 Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • Red River
    1 min walk
  • Gulhane Turgut
    2 min walk
  • Bosphorus Terrace Restaurant
    2 min walk
  • Ziyafet Restoran
    1 min walk

About this property

Ethnica Hotel Old City

Hotel near Bosphorus
A short walk from Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia, Ethnica Hotel Old City provides dry cleaning/laundry services, a restaurant and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), a lift and ATM/banking services
  • Concierge services, a front desk safe and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket information
Room features
All guest rooms at Ethnica Hotel Old City include thoughtful touches, such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • LED light bulbs, daily housekeeping and desks

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mandy Home

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • 15 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (89 centimetre wide door)

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: EUR 50 per accommodation, per stay for guests staying between 01 April and 31 October

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 30.00 per vehicle (one way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Outside food and drinks are not permitted on the property. Foods are not permitted in guestrooms.
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1044

We should mention

Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing rooms; guests are responsible for providing proof of marriage, if requested by the property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Bosphorus Old City Hotel Istanbul
Bosphorus Old City Hotel
Bosphorus Old City Istanbul
Bosphorus Old City
Grand Seigneur Hotel
Grand Seigneur Old City
Grand Seigneur
Ethnica Hotel Old City Hotel
Grand Seigneur Hotel Old City
Ethnica Hotel Old City Istanbul
Ethnica Hotel Old City Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Ethnica Hotel Old City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ethnica Hotel Old City?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ethnica Hotel Old City on 17 Mar 2026 start from AU$51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Ethnica Hotel Old City?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Ethnica Hotel Old City?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ethnica Hotel Old City?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Does Ethnica Hotel Old City provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 30.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Ethnica Hotel Old City located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Gülhane Park, Bosphorus and Eminönü Square. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are also within 15 minutes. Sirkeci Marmaray Station is only a 2-minute walk and Sirkeci Station is 2 minutes.

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Reviews

Ethnica Hotel Old City Reviews

5.4

6.0

Cleanliness

5.6

Staff & service

6.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

cheap, but at what cost

The rooms have moisture problems, paint falling from the walls, very strong sewer smell in the bathroom and the noise on the street is coming all trough in the rooms. The reception tried to help but couldn't do much because all the rooms are compareble.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Franco

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Strategico

Punto strategico vicino al siti da vedere Colazione (poca scelta ) il personale molto disponibile e gentile. Bello la location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ergin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

dunya ali yasir

Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025