Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel – A Favorite for Families in Istanbul
About the Hotel
Rooms with Views
The hotel offers 108 rooms with Ottoman-style decor, Turkish carpets, and views of the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, or Sea of Marmara. All rooms include air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, minibars, kettles, and safes. Suites feature separate sitting areas, while some apartments have full kitchens and washing machines.
Dining and Bars
Armada Terrace rooftop restaurant serves traditional Turkish dishes with views of the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Sea of Marmara. A free breakfast includes fresh fruits, pastries, and Turkish tea from personal samovars. The Radio Bar displays vintage radios from the 1950s and 1960s and hosts live jazz performances. Sera Restaurant offers covered winter dining with the same panoramic views.
Boat Tours & Events
The hotel operates the Armada Boat for private tours of the Bosphorus, Golden Horn, and Princes' Islands. Five meeting rooms host events for up to 400 guests, with outdoor ceremonies on the terrace overlooking historic landmarks. Turkish weddings and iftar meals during Ramadan are regularly hosted at the venue.
Sultanahmet Location
The hotel is in Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet district, a 10-minute walk from Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace, and the Basilica Cistern. The Sultanahmet Tram Station is 1 km away, providing connections across the Galata Bridge to Beyoğlu. Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport is 45 km from the property.
Guest Services
Services include 24-hour room service, a business center with computers and fax, and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. The property offers a 110-car parking garage and organizes private yacht charters. The concierge can arrange boat tours and provide guidance on accessing major historic sites within walking distance.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor