HOTEL OLIMPIYAT, Istanbul – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Hotel Olimpiyat offers single, double, triple, and family rooms. Single rooms include satellite TV, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a minibar. Triple rooms provide space for groups or families, with similar amenities. The building, dating back to the 19th century, features Ottoman-style touches. All rooms have free Wi-Fi and an open buffet breakfast.
Dining Options
Olive Anatolian Restaurant serves Turkish cuisine with views of Hagia Sophia and the Bosphorus. The breakfast buffet includes vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options. Hafiz Mustafa, located nearby, is known for its Turkish delight in flavors like rose, cinnamon, and pomegranate.
Leisure & Activities
The hotel is steps from Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Grand Bazaar. Guests can visit the Spice Bazaar, take a Bosphorus cruise from Sirkeci seaport, or watch whirling dervishes at Hodjapasha Cultural Center. The area is filled with Ottoman and European architecture.
Location & Transport
The hotel is in Golden Horn, a natural harbor, near Gulhane Tram Station (200 meters away). The T1 Tram line connects to major attractions. Private airport transfers are available from Istanbul Airport (60 minutes) and Sabiha Gökçen Airport.
Services & Extras
The hotel offers 24-hour room service, laundry, and concierge assistance. Meeting rooms are available in the sister hotel, Yaşmak Sultan, with capacity for up to 90 people. Turkish tea is served daily, and airport transfers can be arranged.
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- Car park
- Off-site car park
- Indoor car park
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Gift/Newsstand
- Fireplace
- Multilingual staff
Guest Parking
- Refrigerator
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- 24-hour room service
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Doctor on call
- Newspaper service
- Bell staff/Porter
- Computer connection
Dining
- Paid breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Coffee/Tea in lobby
- Buffet breakfast
Business
- 24-hour business centre
Children
- Cots
- Paid babysitting/ Child services
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Refrigerator
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The location was fantastic, just opposite Guelhane Park and Alemdar Caddesi, making it ideal for exploring Istanbul. However, the rooms were extremely small, often not big enough for two people and their luggage, which was quite inconvenient. The service was very helpful, especially with recommendations for transport and dining options. The dining experience had a good variety but seemed to reduce in options each day.
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. I loved the central location near key tourist attractions and the helpful service provided by the staff. However, the room cleanliness was a letdown, and the lack of a view was disappointing. I recommend bringing earplugs for a noisy room.
My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant overall. The rooms were clean and the breakfast offered was really good, although the room was a bit smaller than I had anticipated and I had to deal with some noise from outside. The service was a mixed bag, with some staff not being overly friendly, but they did try to help as much as possible. The location was fantastic, just a stone's throw away from major attractions and public transportation. Dining provided a decent variety of options. The facilities were satisfactory with a good selection.
The hotel's location is ideal for exploring Istanbul's tourist attractions on foot, but taxi drivers may have difficulty finding it. The rooms, although small and not as spacious as they appear in photos, come with a fridge. The service is exceptional, particularly thanks to Mr Gokhan for his support and the accommodating reception staff. The dining options are satisfactory but could be improved with fresher choices. The facilities offer what you need for a pleasant stay, although some find the rooms a bit small for luggage.
The hotel rooms were quite small, making it a bit cramped with luggage on the floor. We had to switch rooms due to noise issues with the trams outside, so earplugs are a must. However, the staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The central location was convenient for exploring the nearby attractions, although some taxi drivers had trouble finding the hotel. The dining experience was satisfactory with good variety but could use some improvement. Overall, a decent stay with a few drawbacks.