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Genius Hotel Istanbul

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

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Front of property
Daily continental breakfast (EUR 15 per person)
Family Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout drapes
82-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Shower, free toiletries, bathrobes, slippers
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
The current price is ₩83,158
₩93,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

Economy Room (Basement)

Highlights

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

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

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, blackout drapes

Deluxe Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Sultanahmet, a neighborhood in Istanbul, Genius Hotel Istanbul is near a metro station. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and travelers 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 Airport (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 remodeled 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 roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, concierge services, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms at Genius Hotel Istanbul include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs and childcare services
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 82-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Uncovered self 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 (surcharge)
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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 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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and 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-authorize 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1169

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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 does it cost to stay at Genius Hotel Istanbul?

As of Sep 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Genius Hotel Istanbul on Oct 18, 2025 start from ₩83,158, excluding 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.

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?

Check-out 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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