Nice little hotle in the heart of the very famous area of sultanahmet. The famous attraction like hazia sofia is just 5 minutes of walking distance from the hotel. Upon arrival, the room and bathroom were very clean and tidy. The person at reception was very helpful. During the 3 days of my stay, everything was perfect, and i didn't face any problem or disturbance. Also, they had really nice options for breakfast that saved my lot of money. I had spent those money on shopping in istanbul. this is my honest review, and im looking forward to my future stays here. 😊

Everything was perfect 😊

Review of Hotel Vera in Istanbul I had the pleasure of staying at Hotel Vera during my trip to Istanbul, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcome and comfortable. They were incredibly friendly and always ready to assist with anything – whether it was recommending local attractions, helping me find the best places to eat, or giving tips on how to navigate the city. It felt like having a personal guide available at all times. The location of the hotel is absolutely perfect! It’s close to everything – whether you want to visit iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, enjoy delicious local cuisine at nearby cafés, or shop in the bustling bazaars, everything is within walking distance. It’s ideal for travelers who want to make the most of their time without worrying about long commutes. What’s more, the hotel offers incredible value for money. The rooms are clean, comfortable, and equipped with everything you need, and the excellent service makes it feel like a luxury stay at a very affordable price. For solo travelers, this is a fantastic choice – it’s safe, cozy, and a great way to meet other travelers while still having your own peaceful space to relax. All in all, I can’t recommend Hotel Vera in Istanbul enough. It’s the perfect place for anyone looking for a central, comfortable, and budget-friendly base while exploring this amazing city. I’m already looking forward to coming back! Sincerely Elias J

The location is absolutely fantastic. The archaeology museum can be easily reached from the beautiful Gulhane park, without having to go to the main Topkapi entrance. Hagia Sofia is reached by walking uphill and taking the first left down to Sultanahmet square. Up the same hill and then turning right, you soon come upon a Bim supermarket on the left where you can buy beer and Turkish Delight at a good price. Beyazit square, where the airport shuttle now stops, is walking distance away from the hotel. We arrived just before midnight and it was quite safe to walk. Staff are amazing. Very friendly and helpful. Faruk told us to tell him any problem. I fix everything, he proclaimed with confidence. He handed us some tour leaflets and said, don't believe any of the prices you see. I get it for less. Breakfast was very adequate and varied. Tea, coffee, cold water are on tap. There is always someone on duty at reception. Our triple room was small, but do-able. We stayed 3 nights and it was fine. One cannot have that location and a large room. PS Nearby restaurants are mostly touristy, but we had a decent kebap lunch just downhill from the hotel, on the same side. If staff can't speak English well, you know you're on the right track. In Sultanahmet, usually retreating one block beyond a busy street reveals more economic and authentic options.

I stayed in the hotel with my kids. The location was great as it was just next to several significant historical sites. We loved walking around the Hagia Sofia and Blue Mosques, the old city, Basilisk Cisterns, etc. during different times of the day. The rooms were small but cozy and the beds were very comfortable. Breakfast choices were just right for us and the hotel staff topped it with delicious Turkish coffee. I am grateful to Faruk for arranging a smooth stay for us starting with communication before arrival and then ensuring comfortable airport pick-up and drop. Faruk accommodated to our changing needs and then offered an upgrade for the same price. He also consistently checked in with us to see if we needed anything and we felt very welcome.

The rooms are a bit small. We were OK with it as we spent most of our time exploring the city. Our room was located by the road so there was mild noise late into the evening and early in the morning. If you like walking a lot and enjoying the sights along the way, this is a great place to stay. If you like shopping, the shopping near the hotel can get expensive. There are many bazaars in walking distance (20 to 60 min) that can be visited for shopping.

We went with our family and were in two rooms with only carry-ons. Yes, the rooms are small, but it is in old-town Istanbul where this is too be expected. It would be tight with two full-sized suitcases but definitely manageable. You have to decide if being less than a 5 minute walk from the square with the Haggai Sophia and the Blue Mosque is worth a few extra square centimeters. The hotel was clean, they mopped our room every day, and the staff was super friendly. The breakfast was good, too. The only potential issue I could see is if you want a spacious room, otherwise I highly recommend this hotel. There is also a paid parking lot across the street.

Everything was good, as I mentioned, two full-sized suitcases would make the room tight, but it is manageable. The location and cleanliness easily offset that potential issue.

* very nice team trying his best to satisfy requests and overcome the language gap. I also asked them to support for booking a shuttle to the airport at a very early time in the day and it worked well. * the room is clean and the furniture is fine. Same as in the photos. Also the small surface of the room was explicitely mentioned in the description. The rooms have also an interesting locking mechanism making them safe * good breakfast * very good location * top price/performance. Just keep your expectation reasonnable

* the family room was located in the third floor while the elevator stops at the second floor. We had to carry our baby. * the safe was not working and I have not requested a reparation

I would highly recommend!! I had a layover in Istanbul and chose Hotel Vera for its positive reviews on Booking. Location was perfect especially if you plan on walking to local attractions and want to be near plenty of food and shopping areas. I arrived late (around 9pm) and was able to find plenty of late night food options within 5 minute walking distance. The staff was extremely friendly and had perfect communication throughout my stay. They were thoughtful, proactive, and even helped me out by communicating/coordinating with my driver for my private transfer to the airport. I really appreciated the level of thoughtfulness and kindness they put into making guests feel comfortable. It made a huge difference and put me at ease, as I was only in Turkey for 20 hours and was a bit worried about logistics. Many thanks to the staff for making me short stay so smooth and enjoyable. The room was clean and looked just like the pictures on Booking. Breakfast was well organized and yummy. I appreciated the small disposable cups which allowed me to drink my tea while I walked around Istanbul.

Great location, just next to all most visited sites, but still in a side street so it is rather quiet Super friendly hosts and a very nice place. I had a good sleep during layover in Istanbul and enjoyed walking around, visited some sites despite arriving at 5pm, everything is just around the corner.

The only thing to mention here is that i could hear some voices and tv running from the neighbours' room. But from my experience, it is common in these types of buildings in Istanbul, so personally i would not bother. Overall the hotel was calm and comfortable.

The location is great, right next to Hagia Sophia mosque, waling distance to Grand Bazar and even ro Galata Tower on the other side of the bridge if you have the time. Anyway, the T1 tram is just down the street. You also have a supermarket nearby. The place was also very clean, which made us feel very comfortable. Beds were comfortable and clean. The breakfast is also quite diverse and good. Our host, Farooq, was also very helpful and hospitable. Thank you for the stay, we had a great first trip to Istanbul :)

The room and place overall is quite small, but you have so many things to do around that you will probably not spend much time in the room anyway.

The property is in a great location, just a few minutes walk from all of the major tourist sites in Sultanahmet. The hotel provides good breakfast. The rooms on higher floors were quiet despite being in a busy neighborhood. Plenty of restaurants nearby. The hotel also arranged private airport transfer for price comparable to most taxi companies.

The beds were not super comfortable. There was no top sheet provided, just a comforter. The bottom sheet was rough. The floors were also not very clean.