AJWA Sultanahmet

5.0 star property
Luxury Istanbul hotel in Sultanahmet with a full-service spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for AJWA Sultanahmet

Exterior
Interior
Family Room | Bathroom
Family Villa | Private kitchen
Sultan Suite

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Gym
  • Room service
The price is NZ$372
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025

Explore the area

Map
Emin Sinan Mah Piyerloti Cad No: 30, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, 34122
  • Column of Constantine
    4 min walk
  • Grand Bazaar
    7 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Square
    7 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST)
    53 min drive

Room options

Deluxe French Street View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Luxury Villa

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 300 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

Sultan Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 120 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Villa

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 300 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds

Deluxe French Vertical Greenery View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Twin Street View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Corner Suite French Street View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 45 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Twin Vertical Greenery View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Deluxe French Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Corner Suite French Sea View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Similar properties

About the area

Istanbul

A luxury stay in the heart of Istanbul awaits you at AJWA Sultanahmet. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Column of Constantine and Grand Bazaar. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A relaxing visit to AFIYA SPA can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages along with body wraps, body scrubs and reflexology. Enjoy the gym, Turkish bath/hammam, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Business amenities include meeting rooms, a business centre, and limo/town car service. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also free valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 5-property class Sultanahmet hotel include Turkish and Islamic Art Museum and Basilica Cistern.

What's nearby

  • Grand Bazaar - 7 min walk
  • Blue Mosque - 11 min walk
  • Basilica Cistern - 11 min walk
  • Hagia Sophia - 14 min walk
  • Topkapi Palace - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Cemberlitas Station - 4 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 10 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖHanzade Terrace Restaurant - ā€¬1 min walk
  • ā€ŖTurkish Cuisine - ā€¬3 min walk
  • ā€ŖLuna Istanbul Dƶner Ve Kebap Salonu - ā€¬2 min walk
  • ā€ŖMivan Restaurant Cafe - ā€¬1 min walk
  • ā€ŖTarihi Havuzlu Kıraathanesi - ā€¬3 min walk

About this property

AJWA Sultanahmet

Luxury Istanbul hotel in Sultanahmet with a full-service spa
AJWA Sultanahmet offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A business centre, meeting rooms, and limo/town car service are available. A children's pool, a fitness centre, and spa services are also featured at the luxury AJWA Sultanahmet. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking and valet parking are available.

This 5-star Istanbul hotel is smoke free.

  • 61 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2016
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
AJWA Sultanahmet offers 61 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

AFIYA SPA has 3 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

Languages

Arabic, English, Russian, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 17.50 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Visual alarms in hallways

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property's full service spa area, including swimming pool and hammam, has separate hours for men and women. Men have access from 8 AM to 3 PM, daily, and women have access from 3:30-10 PM, daily. The fitness centre is reserved for women from 6-8 AM, daily.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 17.5 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 500 per vehicle (return, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 16990

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't served at AJWA Sultanahmet.

Property is also known as

AJWA SULTANAHMET
Ajwa Sultanahmet Hotel
Ajwa Hotel Sultanahmet
Ajwa Sultanahmet Istanbul
Ajwa Sultanahmet Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at AJWA Sultanahmet?

AJWA Sultanahmet offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at AJWA Sultanahmet?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at AJWA Sultanahmet on 13 Jan 2025 start from NZ$371.99, 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.

Is parking available at AJWA Sultanahmet?

Yep, AJWA Sultanahmet has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to AJWA Sultanahmet?

The closest beach to AJWA Sultanahmet is Florya Beach (15.6 km).

Is there a spa on site at AJWA Sultanahmet?

Yep, AFIYA SPA is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does AJWA Sultanahmet have a pool?

AJWA Sultanahmet has an indoor pool and a kids' pool.

What makes AJWA Sultanahmet a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at AJWA Sultanahmet.

Does AJWA Sultanahmet serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is served daily from 7 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at AJWA Sultanahmet?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at AJWA Sultanahmet?

Yep, you can grab a meal at AJWA Sultanahmet's onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at AJWA Sultanahmet?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at AJWA Sultanahmet?

No, pets are not allowed.

AJWA Sultanahmet Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 620 out of 701 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 701 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 701 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 701 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 701 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beulah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, professional staff and interesting decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farshid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, excellent staff and exceptional food quality. Very close to the Bazzar.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pratheek

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful property with wonderful staff. We loved our beautifully appointed, clean and spacious room. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The lobby is one of the most beautiful lobbies I have seen.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adriana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was extremely clean. Great location in the historical city. The staff was very courteous and helpful (we forgot an item in the room and they arranged to have it promptly shipped back to us).
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jane K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was very well located and walkable to the sights in Istanbul. Service was excellent and the breakfast buffet was varied, delicious and fresh. We did have dinner at the restaurant one evening. The view and service were amazing but the food (for dinner) was not great. I was also a bit surprised that the hotel had no alcohol at the restaurant. Overall we had a good stay. I wish they served alcohol in their restaurant and I wish their dinner options were a bit more tasty. The breakfast was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Babar

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing property, expensive compared to other local examples,
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
HIGHLY Recommended!!
My wife and I are frequent world travelers and we like to stay in high end properties. That said, this hotel was in the top 3 of hotels I've stayed in worldwide. The service was wonderful--upon check in we were greeted with a choice of beverage and some delicious snacks while we waited on comfortable couches for check in to be complete. We got there early (8:30 AM) and did not expect our rooms to be ready, but they were and we got access immediately. From there, any ask we had was fulfilled immediately with friendliness and speed. Additionally, the hotel itself is beautiful from the decor to the furniture. Our room was very large with a sitting area and a big bathroom, even though we stayed in the lowest room category (as we did not expect to be in the hotel much). Temperature outside was extremely hot but the AC in the room kept up and our room was very pleasant temperature-wise. Additionally, the hotel is located in a perfect place, a nicer area in Istanbul that is easy walking distance to Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, along with other attractions. The hotel restaurant was also extremely good, and there are other excellent restaurants right nearby. Highly recommend staying here if you are in Istanbul!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Pamela

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The hotel is beautiful; however, they charged us double what we booked it at (NOT worth the price) and nowhere is it mentioned that men and women are not allowed in the pool at the same time. We booked this hotel because it had a pool, but were informed after our arrival yhat women are allowed to swim only from 6am to 8am, then men; why would we want to stay at a hotel where we cannot participate in the amenities together? Complete rip off.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khidir, Ridgewood

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Faultless experience at Ajwa
Fantastic experience. Will definitely return to AJWA the next time we are in Istanbul. All members of the Ajwa Team are willing to go the extra mile. Accommodated us without question with an early check in and late check out. Whether requesting towels from housekeeping or a taxi from the concierge, all requests are accommodated asap! The service alone warrants five starts without even taking into consideration the great location and timeless decor. One of my best hotel going experiences. Keep up the good work.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
If the Sultan were still alive, heā€™d stay here
AJWA Sultan Suites is beautifully designed boutique hotel located walking distance from all the major historical Ottoman Empire attractions. Our room was spectacular and the people and service was five star. We had a beautifully designed room in the style of charm and Turkish accents with a gorgeous view of the Bospherous. The hotel staff was extremely generous with us and made us feel completely welcome and part of the family. Iā€™d highly recommend this hotel over any of the other larger hotel chains if you want a unique and authentic experience of Turkey with a historical flair and pristine hospitality.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shehzad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service, beautiful room, great restaurant and convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaymin, Las Vegas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well located luxury property in Sultanahmet. Walkable if you are in shape and mobile. Close to old city attractions. Plenty of restaurants nearby. Breakfast definitely overpriced. AC could be colder. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located close to many of the cityā€™s attractions. It takes about 10-15 minutes of walking to reach these site attractions. The hotel is very clean and its staffs are friendly and helpful. We would highly recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meera

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay and lovely service. Great location walking distance from Blue Mosque and Saint Sophia. Can walk to the Grand Bazaar. Galata tower is a nice scenic 35min walk too. So great location with lots to see
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was perfect in every way. The staff was extremely helpful and the service was 5 star all the way
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Best atmosphere of a property in Istanbul. Embodies the authentic tradition and values we hold dear. Staff is excellent. They really take care of their hotel guests.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon, Glen Ellyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Liked: Amenities
Excellent hotel - right in the centre of Istanbul. Fabulous room and really top class service. I would highly recommend to anyone. AAA
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Luis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was modern with a lovely bathroom, large and comfortable bed, and large windows that allowed the fresh air and sunlight come in. The staff are particularly warm, professional, and deliver excellent service. The hotel is on a small cobble stone street, about a 15 minute walk to the main tourist sites, and there are several cafes nearby. The welcome beverage and cold towel service was a very nice touch! The restaurant is a disappointment, which is very unfortunate. It lacks personality. The environment is unwelcoming. This could easily get remedied by getting rid of the bird sounds and replacing it with more lively music that will allow customers to enjoy the food and the views. The environment is a critical part of the experience and the hotel can do much better by learning and executing on this concept. The same must be said about the lobby: replace the light bulbs by adding light that is warm and welcoming and add trees in pots and flowers to soften the environment and the beautiful furniture (which is beautiful, by the way). We would certainly stay there again mostly because of the comfort of the rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024