Hotel Sapphire - Istanbul

4-star historical hotel in Sultanahmet with Nordic-inspired rooms and paid wellness facilities

Location & Surroundings

Hotel Sapphire Istanbul is located 500 meters from Topkapi Palace in the Sultanahmet district, placing the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace within walking distance. The hotel sits on a pedestrian street closed to traffic, where guests can sit outside and relax with a drink. Sirkeci tram station is a 3-minute walk, and Istanbul Airport is 52 km away, with airport shuttle service available upon request (fee applies).

Accommodations

Rooms at Sapphire Istanbul feature a Nordic-inspired design with contemporary amenities including satellite TV and air conditioning. All rooms have a private en-suite bathroom with shower and hairdryer, but no bathtubs. Every room is equipped with a complimentary in-room safe box for valuables, and some higher-floor rooms offer views of the Golden Horn and Bosphorus.

Dining & Refreshments

Each morning, guests who selected a breakfast-inclusive rate enjoy a rich breakfast buffet with a variety of ingredients and a station for fresh omelets. The hotel's bar offers drinks, and room service is available. At check-in and departure, complimentary drinks and a Turkish delight gift are offered to guests.

Wellness & Relaxation

Hotel Sapphire provides an indoor swimming pool, sauna, and Turkish bath (hamam) for guests, though these facilities are available at an additional charge and may require advance reservation. The swimming pool is for adults only - guests under 12 are not permitted. The sauna and hamam offer additional paid relaxation options after a day of sightseeing.

Group Events & Services

Two spacious banquet halls at Hotel Sapphire can accommodate large events of 150 to 250 guests. The 24-hour front desk and concierge team provide personalized dining recommendations and curated sightseeing advice, along with tour desk and currency exchange. Airport shuttle, laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing services are available upon request (additional charges may apply).

• Location: 500 meters from Topkapi Palace, in Sultanahmet's pedestrian street
• Rooms: Nordic-inspired design with complimentary in-room safe box
• Dining: Daily rich breakfast buffet and room service available
• Wellness: Indoor pool, sauna & Turkish bath (additional charge, adults only)
• Events: Two banquet halls for 150-250 guests
• Services: Complimentary Turkish delight gift and drinks at check-in and departure

Licence number: 2022-34-2826