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Reviews of The Magnaura Palace Hotel

Sultanahmet Mah. Dalbasti Sok. No:13/1 Sultanahmet, Fatih, 34400 Istanbul, Turkey

#14 of 2,491 hotels in Istanbul

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 513 hotel reviews

9.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.6

  • Comfort

    9.6

  • Location

    9.9

  • Facilities

    9.4

  • Staff

    9.8

  • Value for money

    9.4

  • Free WiFi

    9.2

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  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything and everyone at the hotel were wonderful 👍🏻😊 We stayed at the hotel twice about five years ago and we stayed there again last week and it was even better than before. Location is wonderful, only a few steps away from the main attraction (blue most, Ayasofia, Topkapi, the basilica Cistern and the tramT1 is 3-5min walk). breakfast was very good. Staff were ALL very friendly and always willing to help. thank you Mr.Aydin for your friendly smile and help😊 and thank you Mr.Enas for helping us with our luggage all the way to the parking lot 😊 And finally special thanks to Mr. Mehmet for maintaining such high quality at your hotel👍🏻

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    9.0
    Very comfortable stay in the heart of Istanbul old town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Our room was adequate but a little small. We had a balcony but the only view was of the street. It would be wise to ask specifically for a room with a view if that’s important to you. We were disappointed that the hotel is not licensed but there is a cork screw in the mini bar.

    The location couldn’t be bettered. Literally in the heart of all the main sites to visit. A few minutes walk from HAGIA Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Tokpaki Palace. The view from the breakfast room is wonderful - right across the Bosphorus. Beds are very comfortable. The staff were extremely helpful, booking trips and tables at recommended excursions and restaurants.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 May 2024

    10
    The hotel is good, rooms are clean. However, breakfast clearly is not fresh, you can try soft nuggets, or yesterdays (or
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast was not fresh

    It was clean

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    10
    2 istambul
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not having more time to stay. I plan to go with my nieces and we will stay in this hotel.

    I love the style of the hotel. It was like been on a real palace. The personnel and the service, firt class. All my friends we very impress with the details and personal attention of the staf. A plus to the location. You can walk to the main importat places. Thank you

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    10
    Brilliant stay. Everything perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Corner Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Location to major attractions. Staff always helpful. Breakfast plentiful and tasty. Rooftop terrace a real treat

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    Stellar friendly service, location and views from rooftop are impossible to beat. Thank you1
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Nothing

    Impossible to get friendlier, helpful customer service. The rooftop area has stellar views. The location was in the immediate area of top sightseeing spots.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 May 2024

    10
    I would go back to this hotel in a heart beat. It was really nice.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Well....it's not a big deal, but the bathroom is kinda tiny. If you are very large person (250 pounds or more), you might not fit very well on the toilet or in the shower.

    Location was great. So close to Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Yet, on a quiet street. Super clean facility. Very professional and friendly staff. Breakfast was great, and the view from the breakfast room was superb.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    10
    A thoroughly enjoyable stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    The location of this lovely hotel is ideal, just a few minutes from the square between the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia and five minutes walk to tram and bus stations connecting you to the rest of the city. However, it is the welcoming, efficient staff who make it a particularly special place to stay. Nursi, on reception, deserves a special mention for his valuable advice and some very good recommendations. The whole team were warm and concerned to make our stay a pleasure. Nothing was too much trouble for any of them. The views from the terrace were stunning. Breakfast was fresh, well presented and varied. We ate supper in the restaurant on several occasions. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. Our room and bed were both very comfortable. We warmly recommend the hotel to others.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    10
    Wonderful hotel, beyond great staff - a must stay!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Corner Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    We didn't find anything that we would change.

    We could not be happier to have had the opportunity to stay in this gem of a hotel. It is a small hotel, but don't let the size throw you off - the staff was beyond wonderful and so very helpful. The room we had was lovely and the view was outstanding. The little spice shop next door was nice. The ceramic gallery on the other side of the hotel was so lovely - ask to see their ceramic cats - I ended up buying 3!! Would highly recommend to anyone that is looking for a place to stay.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    10
    Awesome Hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We would have liked some plain yogurt to eat with honey.

    The staff was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. The desk clerk even offered us to use his tram card since we didn't have one. All the staff was extremely friendly and accommodating.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    10
    The best hotel for exploring Istanbul. Super value in every way
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I would have enjoyed a more spacious accommodation, but it was immaculate and very well and generously stocked. So really… no complaints.

    Location was at least an “11”. Flat and very quiet street 3 minutes walk from Sultanahmet Square where the most important Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque are located. The owner is a wealth of information which he happily and generously shares.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly and informative staff. Very good breakfast on rooftop.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location in Sultanahmet. Clean and comfortable room and bed. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Breakfast buffet was excellent and had a lot of choices.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location, wonderful staff, excellent breakfast, and beautiful breakfast room

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    10
    Best choice!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Location is just the best, very clean hotel with a nice view from the terrace, nice breakfast and lovely staff. Will definitely stay again if we are back to Istanbul.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything! Staff were so friendly, breakfast lovely, and lots of choice. The hotel was immaculate and in an amazing location for exploring all the sites and attractions. I will definitely be back and would recommend it to anyone who wants a cultural experience 🙂

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    An excellent place to spend a few days in Istanbul
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Everything was wonderful: location in the immediate vicinity of the most important tourist attractions, the view of the Bosphorus from the terrace, a rich breakfast, excellent services

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double or Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good.🙂

    Veri professional staff work. Location the hotel in a quiet old town center. Cleanliness and tideness in the room. Good breakfasts: traditional turkish snacks, omlette, vegetables, fruits. I recommend.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    10
    Will definitely stay here again. Very good value for the money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Corner Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    May be if breakfast can start a little early around 7:00-7:30 am

    Location, Location, Location. Everything is at a walking distance in the historical peninsula. Tram service is in proximity. Very friendly and helpful staff. Helped us plan our activities in the area. Our room had a nice view of sea. Roof top provided a nice Panoramic view of the area Rooms were nicely equipped. House keeping staff was marvelous and kept the rooms in amicable condition. Awesome breakfast in the morning.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    Perfect stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Sea View Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 6 nights

    I cannot think of anything that I did not like. Our stay was perfect.

    The staff is really friendly. Since we arrived to the hotel they show a lot of attention on the little details, they make sure that we had a plan and kindly offered tours according to our interests. The breakfast and the view of the restaurant is amazing. All the amenities are incredible and everything super clean but I enjoyed the shower the most. The hotel is located in a very convenient ubication. Aydin and Emir were very helpful and always greet us with a friendly smile. We are already planning to return to Istanbul and will for sure stay here!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Sea View Room with Terrace
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Walk to sights, metro, and bazar. Friendly staff. Clean comfortable rooms. Aiden's tour guide experience.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Toilet a bit cramped in the corner but manageable for most. We had a large bed but bed coverings needed to be bigger. We were fighting over the dooner/ quilt. Over all, we loved our stay and would highly recommend. I had to really think about things I didn't like. This is a great hotel. Rooms not huge but for the amount of time you spend in the room, it's fine. The guys in the sweet shop next door should be given a wide berth. They will hound you every time you walk out or in. Don't be tempted. They will rip you off. Feel free to tell them,a Scottish women told you to avoid them.

    Location and staff were fabulous. Room was spotless clean. . Included breakfast was lovely if you embrace Turkish breakfasts. Rooftop terrace for breakfast was fantastic. Amazing views of mosques and Bosporus while eating breakfast. Not a lot of street noise. Very highly recommended.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Corner Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Very nice and knowledgeable people, excellent breakfast buffet, great views. The position of the hotel is perfect to explore the historical part of the city. Good restaurants and public transportation closeby.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 April 2024

    10
    Central but quiet location, with great staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our room was a little stuffy at night because it was too early in the season for the air conditioning to be switched on. Wi-Fi was pretty ordinary with constant dropouts.

    Central location, literally 2 minutes from the Blue Mosque. The street is almost blocked to cars and hence extremely quiet except for normal neighborhood noise. The staff were excellent and helpful. The cleaning staff were immediately cleaning the room as soon as we went out each day. The breakfast room has panoramic views of the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Bosphorus Strait. The breakfast itself was very varied and the buffet constantly replenished by the staff. We will definitely stay here again in future trips.

    Stayed in April 2024

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