Standard Family Room
- 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
- Garden view
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Istanbul · Istanbul Province
Yavuz Hotel
A budget-friendly 2-star hotel in Istanbul's Topkapi district, praised for cleanliness, helpful staff, and easy tram access to the historic centre.
- Clean rooms and bathrooms
- Friendly and helpful staff
- 2-minute walk to tram stop
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Great
91 reviews
Booking.com 8 · 91 reviews
About
Yavuz Hotel
Yavuz Hotel is a 2-star property in Istanbul's Topkapi district, about a 5-minute walk from Geylani Cekkesi Cami. The hotel offers a currency exchange and a lift on site. Miniaturk is roughly 10 minutes away by car.
The hotel provides free internet access, a 24-hour reception, and wheelchair access. Room amenities include a flat-screen TV, in-room safe, sitting area, and free toiletries. Guests can also use the on-site restaurant and bar/lounge area.
- Free internet access
- 24-hour reception
- Wheelchair access
- Currency exchange
- Room service
- Laundry
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Clean and well-maintained rooms — Guests repeatedly note that rooms and bathrooms are clean, with several mentioning new furniture and good beds.
- Friendly and helpful staff — Many reviews highlight the welcoming and accommodating nature of the staff, including speaking good English and providing advice.
- Excellent transport connections — The hotel is a short walk from a tram stop and a metro bus station, making it easy to reach Sultanahmet and other parts of Istanbul.
- Practical on-site amenities — Free internet, 24-hour reception, currency exchange, a restaurant and bar are available, plus parking is offered (a plus in Istanbul).
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Small rooms — Several guests mention that rooms are compact, though they also note they are clean and suitable for short stays.
- Basic breakfast — Breakfast is described as simple or basic, though generally acceptable.
- Not in the city centre — The hotel is in Topkapi, a bit away from the historic centre. Tram access helps, but it may be too far for those wanting to be in the middle of things.
- Potential for street noise in front rooms — Some guests noted minor street noise in rooms facing the street; closing the window helps.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Garden view
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Double Room
- 1 Double bed
- Garden view
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Triple Room
- 3 Single beds
- Garden view
- Shower
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- Free internet access
- 24-hour reception
- Wheelchair access
- Currency exchange
- Lift
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Room service
Room Amenities
- In-room safe
- Sitting area
- Patio
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Kitchen
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Carpeted floor
Services
- Laundry
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8/10 from 91 reviews
Booking.com · 8 · 91 reviews
8Verified guest“As with any hotel, it depends on the room and your expectations. The hotel is cheap and basic but very clean, safe, and staff are friendly. Breakfast is simple but sufficient. Close to a supermarket and simple Turkish restaurants. Not in the city centre, but the tram is a two-minute walk and it takes 15 minutes to Blue Mosque, 25 minutes to Istanbul Modern Museum. Rooms are small but clean, good beds, air conditioning works well. Street noise in front rooms is minor—closing the window or earplugs helps. Perfect for exploring the city, but might be a bit far if you want to be in the middle of things.”
8Verified guest“Clean, fair, quiet, and very basic. Many local shops and restaurants.”
8Verified guest“Friendly staff, clean rooms, and price.”
8Verified guest“Quiet location, comfortable bed, friendly and helpful staff. Close to essentials—cafe, supermarket, tram stop.”
8Verified guest“Good location on a main street (not like others on back streets). Parking is available, which is great given Istanbul's parking situation. Rooms are small but very clean with new furniture, comfortable beds. Hot water anytime, bathroom very clean. Staff very nice, helpful, and give good advice. Breakfast was good, we loved the meals. Main tourist sites easily reachable by tram from the end of the street (2 min walk to station). Also bus stations, metro to airport, minibus all within 5 minutes' walk.”
8Verified guest“It was safe.”
04 — Location
Getting around Istanbul
The property sits in Istanbul.
Topkapi District: The hotel sits in the Topkapi district, inside the old city walls. The area has a local feel, with nearby restaurants, cafes, and a supermarket, plus the ancient walls visible from some rooms.
Getting Around: A tram stop is about 2 minutes' walk away, with Sultanahmet (Blue Mosque) reachable in about 10 minutes by tram. Metro bus stops are also nearby, with the last station opposite the hotel.
Nearby Attractions: Miniaturk is about 10 minutes away by car. The hotel is also within reach of the historic centre, with the Blue Mosque and Istanbul Modern Museum accessible by tram in 15–25 minutes.
Topkapi Mahallesi Topkapi Cad. No:30 Topkapi, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, 34093, Türkiye
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
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- Check-in
- From 12:00-23:59
- Check-out
- By 12:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
- Property
- 28 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 12:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.
Are pets allowed at Yavuz Hotel?
No, pets are not allowed.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is offered, and guests describe it as simple but sufficient. The hotel has a restaurant on site.
How far is it to the tram stop?
The nearest tram stop is about a 2-minute walk from the hotel, and the metro bus stop is just opposite. From there you can reach Sultanahmet in about 10 minutes by tram.
Does the hotel offer parking?
Guests have mentioned that the hotel offers parking, which is especially useful given the parking situation in Istanbul. However, availability may need to be arranged with the front desk.
What amenities are available in the rooms?
Rooms come with air conditioning, heating, a shower, and a garden view. Other amenities include a flat-screen TV, in-room safe, sitting area, and free toiletries.
The bottom line
Yavuz Hotel offers good value for budget travellers who prioritise cleanliness, a helpful staff, and easy access to public transport over proximity to the city centre. It's a practical base for exploring Istanbul, especially if you plan to spend most of your time out.
8A reliable budget choice in Topkapi
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