Guest Room
- 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
- Shower
- Non-smoking
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Hotel · Istanbul · Istanbul Province
Maya Hotel
A 3-star hotel in Istanbul’s Old City, close to the Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet’s historic sites, with a quiet, traffic-free street and a breakfast that guests regularly praise.
- Walking distance to Grand Bazaar and historic sites
- Quiet street – closed to traffic for a good night's rest
- Helpful staff with a home-from-home feel
8.2
Great
302 reviews
Booking.com 8.2 · 302 reviews
About
Maya Hotel
Maya Hotel sits on a traffic-free street in the Sehzadebasi area of Istanbul’s Old City, a short walk from the Grand Bazaar and close to the tram line that runs to Sultanahmet’s main sights. The 3-star property has a 24-hour reception, a safe and luggage storage, and offers tours and ticket assistance plus car rental and a shuttle service for getting around.
The hotel’s 8.2 rating is built on strong service and staff scores (8.9), with a breakfast that appears repeatedly in guest reviews as unusually good for the class. Rooms are described as neat and newly decorated, with air conditioning, heating and flat-screen TVs as standard. The atmosphere is consistently described as quiet, helped by the pedestrianised street outside.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Genuinely helpful staff — Guests repeatedly single out the team for being friendly, attentive and willing to help, with several reviews noting that English was spoken well. The staff score of 8.9 is the hotel's highest category rating.
- Quiet street, good sleep — The hotel sits on a street closed to all traffic, and multiple reviews mention the quiet atmosphere and how easy it is to get a good night's rest. The evening music from nearby restaurants is noted as pleasant and not intrusive.
- Strong breakfast for the class — Several reviews call the breakfast 'surprisingly good', 'one of the best', or 'unusually wonderful', with a buffet served from 7 to 10 am. It's a consistent theme even in otherwise critical reviews.
- Excellent Old City location — Within walking distance of the Grand Bazaar, Sultanahmet and several key sights, and close to the Vezneciler metro stop and a tram station (3–5 minutes on foot) that runs directly to Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and beyond.
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Worth weighing
4 to weigh- Slightly dated furniture in some rooms — While the rooms are described as neat and newly decorated, at least one review mentions 'tacky furniture' in a recent room, and the furniture overall may not match the fresh decor.
- Service rating is a touch lower — The Service category score is 7.5, below the hotel's overall rating. Some guests noted that staff could speak more English, though many others praised the language skills.
- No pets allowed — If you travel with a pet, this isn't the place – the hotel's policy is firmly no pets, as stated in the amenities.
- Limited on-site facilities — There's no mention of a gym, pool or spa – the facilities category scores a high 8.7, but it's mainly based on the core services like 24-hour reception, luggage storage and tours/ticket assistance.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Single Room
- 1 Single bed
- Shower
- Non-smoking
- Heating
- Air conditioning
Triple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
- Shower
- Non-smoking
- Heating
- Air conditioning
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
General
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/out
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Safe deposit box
- No smoking on site
- Key card access
- Security
Room Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Parquet floor
Services
- Room service
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Fax/Photocopying
- Wi-Fi
- Leisure/TV room
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.2/10 from 302 reviews
Booking.com · 8.2 · 302 reviews
8.2Verified guest“The service was excellent and the breakfast unusual and wonderful. I thoroughly enjoyed spending 5 days in our recently renovated room with a double bed, iron and rather tacky furniture.”
8.2Verified guest“Thank you for a very good stay. The hotel is fairly clean, with cooperative staff, and a perfect location so close to the main square. Rooms are neat and newly decorated with a double bed. The atmosphere is quiet.”
8.2Verified guest“The location was good – within walking distance of the Grand Bazaar and other historical sites. The hotel is very quiet and perfect for a good night's rest. The street is closed to all traffic, and there's good shopping for clothes and shoes nearby. The staff are very helpful, though I wish they spoke a little more English. I've stayed here before and will return.”
8.2Verified guest“Fast check-in and great service overall. Neat room with a private bathroom. Welcoming, incredibly nice staff and an enjoyable breakfast.”
8.2Verified guest“The location was spot on for reaching the Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet without breaking a sweat. Breakfast was surprisingly good – definitely among the best I've had in a place like this.”
8.2Verified guest“I liked Maya Hotel. Everything was pretty good – pleasant staff, tidy rooms, free Wi-Fi even in the rooms, newly decorated building, good breakfast, and an excellent location in the very centre of the old city, next to famous mosques and sights. Topkapi and the Grand Bazaar are within walking distance, as are the Blue Mosque and Aya Sophia. The price is fair. Definitely recommended.”
04 — Location
Getting around Istanbul
The property sits in Istanbul.
Grand Bazaar: A short walk from the hotel – guests mention reaching it easily on foot. One of the world's largest covered markets, ideal for souvenirs, spices and a sense of old Istanbul.
Sultanahmet: The historic heart of the city, home to the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. The tram from Vezneciler takes about 5 minutes, or you can walk.
Vezneciler Metro: Located right next to the hotel, giving direct access to public transport. The tram connects to key sights and across the Galata Bridge to the European side.
Fevziye Caddesi No: 5 Sehzadebasi Laleli, Istanbul, Istanbul Province, 34470, Türkiye
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
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- Check-in
- From 12:30-23:59
- 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
- 23 rooms
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What are the check-in and check-out times at Maya Hotel?
Check-in is from 12:30 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.
Does Maya Hotel allow pets?
No, pets are not allowed at the hotel.
Is breakfast included in the stay?
Breakfast is offered as a buffet from 7 to 10 am, and guests generally rate it highly for its variety and taste.
How far is the hotel from the Grand Bazaar?
The Grand Bazaar is within comfortable walking distance – several guests note you can easily walk there without breaking a sweat.
Is there a shuttle service from the airport?
Yes, the hotel provides a shuttle service, and it's located about 45 km from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport.
Does the hotel have a 24-hour reception?
Yes, the reception is open 24/7, and the hotel offers express check-in/check-out as well.
The bottom line
Maya Hotel is a solid, honest base for exploring Istanbul's Old City, offering a quiet, well-located stay with a breakfast that surprises and staff who genuinely care. It trades a few frills for value and a location that puts the Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet within easy reach.
8.2A dependable pick for first-timers and repeat visitors who value location, quiet and a good breakfast over fancy extras.
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