Optimist Hotel
Hotel in Istanbul
Highlights, description and the facilities guests use most.
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In every room: Air conditioning · TV · Shower · Bathtub
1 Sofa bed
30 m²
Offering free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned twin/double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.
2 Twin beds
18 m²
This air-conditioned twin/double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit has 2 beds.
1 Full bed
20 m²
This air-conditioned double room is consisted of of a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
1 Full bed
16 m²
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. The double room offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a tea and coffee maker as well as garden views.
Location, travel times, listing details and guest feedback
Optimist Hotel is in Binbirdirek Mahallesi, beside Sultan Ahmed Square. İstanbul Atatürk Airport connects to the hotel by car, around half an hour without traffic. Sultanahmet tram stop is a short walk away, and the Obelisk of Theodosius and Great Palace Mosaic Museum are a couple of minutes on foot.
Summary of recent guest reviews
Guests at Optimist Hotel praise the breakfast, including coffee and apple tea. Many also like the location near Sultanahmet Square, the friendly staff, and room views of Istanbul landmarks. Several guests praise clean rooms, comfortable beds, soft towels, and good value.
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Excellent hospitality, welcoming drink and pastry, good breakfast and wonderful views from the top floor. Just take in consideration Floor 4 (highest) has a glass door in the bathroom
This was a great location. We stayed in room 4 which is the room on the top floor and had great views of blue mosque and aya sophia. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. Breakfast was delicious.
Location was amazing. Staff was amazing. Room was clean. Towels and bed were nice and soft. Food in the restaurant was delicious as well.
We had a fantastic stay at this hotel in Istanbul and would return without hesitation. The highlight was undoubtedly the room's clear, unobstructed view of both the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia — absolutely breathtaking during the day and even more magical at night, when both landmarks are beautifully illuminated. Being able to admire them right from the comfort of our bed made the experience truly unforgettable. The suite itself was spacious, clean, and very comfortable, providing everything we needed for a relaxing stay. The owner was incredibly hospitable and helpful — a true optimist who genuinely cared about our comfort and made us feel right at home. His warmth and attentiveness set the tone for the whole stay. Breakfast was served at the café located at the entrance of the hotel with excellent service that stood out from what you typically find in other hotels. This hotel is a hidden gem, and we highly recommend it to anyone seeking comfort, warm hospitality, and a perfect view in one of the most iconic areas of Istanbul.
The location is perfect - it’s right in the middle of Sultanahmet Square - which is the heart of Istanbul. If it’s your first visit and you are going to see Hagia Sopia, Topkapi Palace and Blue mosque - you will be there in less than 5 minutes walk away. I stayed at double/twin room. The property itself is peaceful, clean and beautiful. The room has exceptional lighting - Turkish lamps and many mirrors. There was a wardrobe with built-in organizer and hangers. also, there were other storage spaces. The bathroom was clean - there was a shower gel, a shampoo and a soap. We were provided with clean towels. There was a hairdryer and an iron. It was a little cold and staff turned on the heat in the building without asking and I appreciated that. We had breakfast every morning there and it was delicious! The staff - especially the host - are very friendly and helpful!
