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Optimist Hotel

1 star
From
$113
Cheapest

rate per night

8.7
Great
456 reviews
Sat 11/5
-
Sun 12/5
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room

About Optimist Hotel

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Breakfast for free
Facing Istanbul’s Blue Mosque, Optimist Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with a French balcony. There is a covered outdoor terrace where guests can enjoy a drink or meal. With free Wi-Fi and an LCD TV, all rooms at The Optimist feature views of the Blue Mosque. Each room also has a minibar and a private bathroom. The romantic terrace with its vine branches offers a romantic setting for breakfast or brunch. The rich buffet menu includes over 40 alternatives, including some Turkish specialities. The 24-hour reception staff can provide car rentals, bike rentals and shuttle services to Ataturk Airport, 12.5 km away. Room service is available 24/7. Optimist is situated within a 5-minute walk from Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace and the lively Grand Bazaar. Free parking is provided.

Latest deals for Optimist Hotel

Sat 11/5
Sun 12/5
Double room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Optimist Hotel

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Free toiletries

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

General

  • Window
  • Quiet street view
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Landmark view
  • Lockers
  • City view

Dining

  • Electric kettle
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Minibar
  • Packed lunches
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

Services and conveniences

  • Car hire
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Room service
  • Key access
  • Express check-out
  • Bottle of water
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Designated smoking area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Trouser press

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire
  • Cooking classes

Outdoor

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Complimentary breakfast

Pool and spa

  • Hot tub

Workspace

  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews of Optimist Hotel

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8.7
Very GoodBased on 456 verified guest reviews
8.7Solo
9.0Families
8.6Couples
8.8Friends

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Location

Bindirdirek Mh At Meydani Sk No 16, Istanbul 34100

What's nearby

  • Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts85 m
  • Sultan Ahmet Camii154 m
  • Sultanahmet Meydani178 m
  • Küçük Ayasofya Camii355 m
  • Yerebatan Sarayi0.4 km
  • Ayasofya0.6 km
  • Kapaliçarşi0.8 km
  • Istanbul Archaeology Museum0.9 km
  • Topkapi Sarayi1.1 km
  • Gülhane Parki1.1 km
  • Misir Çarşisi1.3 km
  • Süleymaniye Hamami1.4 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 12:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

When to book a room at Optimist Hotel

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FAQs when booking at Optimist Hotel

  • Where is Optimist Hotel located?

    Optimist Hotel is located at Bindirdirek Mh At Meydani Sk No 16 in Fatih, 2.7 km from the centre of Istanbul. Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts is the closest landmark to Optimist Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Optimist Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Optimist Hotel.

  • Does Optimist Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Optimist Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Optimist Hotel from the airport?

    Optimist Hotel is 31.3 km from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen. Optimist Hotel is 35.2 km from Istanbul.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Optimist Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Optimist Hotel in Istanbul and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Optimist Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Optimist Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.9

Distance to city centre

2.7 km

Nearest airport

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Distance to airport

30.5 km