Violin Boutique Hotel

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Deluxe Room Sea View | View from room
Deluxe Room Sea View
Exterior
Standard Double Room | Bathroom
Buffet

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Sultan Ahmet Oyuncu Cikmazi Sokak, Fatih, Istanbul, 34122
  • Hagia Sophia
    9 min walk
  • Blue Mosque
    10 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Square
    10 min walk
  • Istanbul (SAW-Sabiha Gokcen Intl.)
    57 min drive

Room options

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room with Partial Sea View

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Deluxe Room Sea View

  • 20 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Economy Double Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Istanbul

With a stay at Violin Boutique Hotel, you'll be centrally located in Istanbul, within a 10-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. .This hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Grand Bazaar and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Topkapi Palace.

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 9 min walk
  • Blue Mosque - 10 min walk
  • Grand Bazaar - 19 min walk
  • Topkapi Palace - 3 min drive
  • Galata Tower - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 7 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 11 min walk
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dervish Cafe & Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tamara Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Şerbethane - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sur Balık - Sarayburnu - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sultan Kösesi Restaurant - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Violin Boutique Hotel

Hotel with free parking, a quick walk to Hagia Sophia
Violin Boutique Hotel offers 6 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. LED televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Make yourself at home in one of the 6 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LED televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Languages

English, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Family friendly

  • Fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Lockers available

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Renovated entire property – August 2019
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LED TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Fridge

More

  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 45 per room (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 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 cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1424

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Local laws may restrict unmarried guests from sharing rooms; guests are responsible for providing proof of marriage, if requested by the property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Violin Hotel
Violin Boutique Hotel Hotel
Violin Boutique Hotel Istanbul
Violin Boutique Hotel Hotel Istanbul

Violin Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 48 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 48 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My recent stay at the Violin boutique hotel in Sultan Ahmed was truly a delightful experience. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and exceptional service. Despite our early morning arrival, the hotel's staff was incredibly accommodating, maintaining excellent communication via WhatsApp to ensure a smooth check-in process. The room key was ready for us, complete with a passcode for easy access, allowing us to settle in promptly. The hotel's location is simply unbeatable. Nestled in the heart of the Sultan Ahmed district, it offers easy access to the city's most iconic landmarks. Within a mere 5-minute walk, we found ourselves marveling at the architectural grandeur of the Hagia Sophia, the serene beauty of the Blue Mosque, and the historical significance of the Basilica Cistern. This prime location made it effortless to explore the vibrant atmosphere and rich cultural heritage of Istanbul. Beyond its convenient location, the Violin boutique hotel also impressed with its comfortable and well-appointed accommodations. The room was clean, stylishly decorated, and provided a peaceful retreat after a day of sightseeing. The staff's attentiveness and friendliness made us feel truly valued and ensured that our stay was as comfortable as possible. Thank you so much for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the owner were very attentive to our needs. Very hospitable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Mohammed

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harvinder

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly welcome, we arrived early but the hotel next door work together with Violin so they took our bags until it was time to check in. Housekeeping was very good. Own key for the outside door meant easy come easy go. Would have loved a kettle in the room though the owner did offer to make tea anytime. Aircon worked very well and fridge was useful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Murat

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for easy access to sultanahmet. The tram from there will get you to most popular locations. The hotel is clean, staff are polite.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

LILIBETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
We stay 3 nights there. The Hotel management was helpful. Room was clean and tidy. Seriously recommend. Thanks for everything guy's.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ameen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yahya

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice hotel, it is beautiful and I would recommend it
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice sea view
Everything ok. Staff amazing and so friendly and respectful, my booking was for economy room and that was on ground floor but they gave me on second floor with sea view which was amazing The only think i never like in business family which live in the same building with guests, is always noisy in the building for people who spend more time in the room, Shutting doors or calling each other so loud. Especially small buildings
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

2/10 Terrible

AYCAN

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I worked 8 years as hotelier and i have been 40 different countries in the world but i have never seen Terrible hotel like that I made an online reservation and been there really late at night they check me in after 2 min staff come to my room and told us that we have to check out because we are not married in addition this info was nowhere not on the Expedia not in the hotel reservation info and hotel owner called his daughter and she gave me the phone and he and her daughter told me bad words I DONT RECOMMEND THIS HORRIBLE HOTEL PLEASE CHOOSE OTHER ONE!!!!!!!!!!!!! otherwise you will be in trouble !!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and cute
Very nice, comfortable and clean! Very very friendly staff! Good location. The owner is always ready to help. I'll advise!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Salma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Craiova

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel. Close to the center The price is unbeatable
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jamshid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A nice and memorable place to stay
I booked the room with the sea view for my parents and they absolutely loved it there. The room was clean and comfortable and they had this nice view of Bosphorus which they could enjoy the sunrise. Moreover, the location is so great and you will have access to the old city as well as nice restaurants within walking distances. Be careful about the stairs though if you are taking your big luggage with you, you might ask for some help as the staircase is a bit narrow but it doesn't bother at all :) All in all it was a very nice place for its price for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
3 flights of stairs . very nice good sized room with sea views
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Mert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Özlem

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr empfehlenswert ,waren zu dritt super hotel preisleistung für die gegend sehr günstig Zimmer mit Klimaanlage und sehr sauber Ps. Jederzeit wider
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Mahmut

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Ahmet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tren hattının yanında bir otel. Her tren geçtiğinde odada sallandık durduk. Yatağımız gıcırdayıp duruyor ve hiç rahat değildi. Odalarda ikramlık tek kullanımlık çay kahveler olur normalde. Burada mevcut değildi. Olumlu yanlarına gelirsek oda genel olarak temizdi. Resepsiyon güleryüzünlü ve ilgiliydi.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gayet güzeldi. Resepsiyondaki hanımefendi bize çok yardımsever davrandı ve seçtiğimiz paketten daha iyi bir oda verdi. Yakınlarda tren istasyonu olmasına rağmen oldukça sessizdi ve lokasyon oldukça güzeldi
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Peter Paul

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yusuf Murat

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Atdhe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024