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Genius Hotel Istanbul

Family-friendly hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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82-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout curtains
Shower, free toiletries, bathrobes, slippers
Daily continental breakfast (EUR 15 per person)
In the heart of Istanbul, Genius Hotel Istanbul is a family-friendly haven near Hagia Sophia. Enjoy a coffee at the cafe, unwind with dry cleaning services, and savor dinner at the restaurant or drinks at the bar. Connect to in-room WiFi and plan your day with tour/ticket assistance while taking advantage of bike rentals for exploring nearby Topkapi Palace.
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

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Economy Room (Basement) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout curtains

Economy Room (Basement)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout curtains

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout curtains

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Superior Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout curtains

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Located in Sultanahmet, a neighbourhood in Istanbul, Genius Hotel Istanbul is near a metro station. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Grand Bazaar and Egyptian Bazaar. Blue Mosque and Galata Tower are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Kutlugün Sokak, No.9, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Galata Tower - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 3 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 8 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seven Hills - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Seafront Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Albura Kathisma Cafe & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Seasons Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪By Kinyas Restaurant - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Genius Hotel Istanbul

Family-friendly hotel remodelled in 2020 and located near Hagia Sophia
Located close to Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace, Genius Hotel Istanbul provides a coffee shop/cafe, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. In addition to a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge), tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage, concierge services and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Genius Hotel Istanbul include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs and childcare services
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 82-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and electric kettles

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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
  • Uncovered parking on site (EUR 15 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1990
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Renovated entire property - October 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 82-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: EUR 15 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per day

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 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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1169

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Nar Sultan
Nar Sultan Hotel
Genius Hotel Istanbul Hotel
Genius Hotel Istanbul Istanbul
Genius Hotel Istanbul Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Genius Hotel Istanbul pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Self-parking is available for EUR 15 per day.

What time is check-in at Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Genius Hotel Istanbul?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Genius Hotel Istanbul provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Genius Hotel Istanbul located?

This family-friendly Istanbul hotel is located in the historical district, within a 10-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Topkapi Palace and Grand Bazaar are also within 1 mi (2 km). Istanbul Cankurtaran Station is only a 3-minute walk and Sultanahmet Station is 8 minutes.

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