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Cendere Old City Hotel - Istanbul

A straightforward base in Sultanahmet, a 15-minute walk from the Blue Mosque, with free Wi-Fi, bike loans, and sea-view rooms.

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bike loans available
  • 15-minute walk to Blue Mosque
6.1 Pleasant 0 reviews Booking.com 6.1 · 0 reviews

About

Cendere Old City Hotel - Istanbul

Cendere Old City Hotel is a no-frills property in Istanbul's Sultanahmet district, the heart of the Old City. The Blue Mosque is a 15-minute walk away, and the Kumkapi Fish Market is within easy walking distance. The hotel offers bike loans for exploring the area.

Rooms are simple, with some featuring sea views and balconies. Each room includes a coffee machine, air conditioning, and heating. Families have options with multiple queen beds, and the hotel allows pets.

  • Wi-Fi
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Walkable to the Blue Mosque — The hotel sits in Sultanahmet, with the Blue Mosque reachable in about 15 minutes on foot. The Kumkapi Fish Market is also within walking distance, making it easy to explore key sights without transport.
  • Free bike loans — Guests can borrow bikes from the hotel, a practical way to cover more ground in the city's historic core.
  • Rooms with sea views — Select room categories, like the Family Room Sea View and Family Room Side Sea View, offer sea or partial views. Some rooms also include balconies.
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Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Low guest rating — The hotel's rating of 6.1 out of 10 from 311 reviews is notably below the Istanbul area average of 8.0, suggesting a modest experience.
  • Modest in-room amenities — While rooms have essentials like coffee machines and air conditioning, there is no mention of minibars, seating areas, or flat-screen TVs in the room-specific lists, despite some appearing in the hotel-wide amenities.
  • Check-out window is narrow — Check-out is between 10:00 and 11:00, so you'll need to be out by 11 at the latest, which might feel early if you're on a relaxed schedule.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Family Room Sea View

  • 2 Queen Size Beds
  • Sea view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

Large Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Deluxe Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Superior King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Family Room Bathroom

  • 2 Queen Size Beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Superior Quadruple Room

  • 2 Queen Size Beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Balcony

Deluxe Family Room

  • 2 Queen Size Beds
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Family Room Side Sea View

  • 2 Queen Size Beds
  • Partial View
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

Double Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony

Standard Single Room

  • 1 Single bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Heating

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

In-room

  • Wi-Fi
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities
  • Free toiletries
  • Sink
  • Electric kettle
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Carpeted floor
  • Air conditioning (select rooms)
  • Heating (select rooms)
  • Coffee machine (select rooms)
  • Balcony (select rooms)

Services

  • Bike loans

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

6.1
Pleasant 0 reviews

Guest-rated 6.1/10 from 311 reviews

Booking.com · 6.1 · 0 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Istanbul

The property sits in Istanbul.

Blue Mosque: A 15-minute walk from the hotel, the Blue Mosque is one of Istanbul's most famous landmarks, known for its six minarets and blue Iznik tiles.

Kumkapi Fish Market: Within easy walking distance, this lively market is a spot for fresh seafood and local atmosphere.

Arapzade Ahmet Sokak No:7, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, 34126, Türkiye

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-23:59
Check-out
By 10:00-11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
12 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is between 10:00 and 11:00.

Are pets allowed?

Yes, the hotel allows pets.

Is there parking available?

The input does not specify parking availability, so it's best to contact the hotel directly.

Which rooms have sea views?

The Family Room Sea View and Family Room Side Sea View offer sea views, with the latter having a partial view. Some rooms also have balconies, like the Superior Quadruple Room and Double Room.

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The bottom line

Cendere Old City Hotel is a no-nonsense, budget-friendly option in Sultanahmet. If you prioritise location and price over comfort and rating, it's a reasonable pick.

6.1A basic base for exploring Istanbul's Old City without breaking the bank.

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