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Fast facts

Check in from:
14:00
Check out before:
11:00

Amenities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
Front desk 24 hour
Restaurant

More about Hotel Empress Zoe

Hotel Empress Zoe

Hotel Empress Zoe is located in Istanbul, 400 metres from Hagia Sophia, and has a garden. The property is situated less than 1 km from Blue Mosque and 1.9 km from Column of Constantine. Free WiFi is available.

Ratings and reviews

Cleanliness4.6
Location4.9
Service4.6
Rooms4.4
Value4.4
Sleep quality4.4

Traveller reviews

Couple

Comment: 23 Mar 2025

Quirky, comfortable and a complete delight!

If you like somewhere a bit different, this is the place for you! Empress Zoe is as delightful and charming as it’s photograph, tho sadly the wisteria wasn’t blooming in March!
Our room, although not the one we booked because of roadworks, was spacious and comfortable with a balcony overlooking the garden. It had everything we needed - even slippers for the cold marble flooring (it was March and very cold!)
All the staff were lovely and the breakfasts were fabulous - healthy, tasty, a huge variety of dishes and something different every day. Probably the best hotel breakfasts we’ve had!
Solo traveller

Comment: 11 Feb 2025

A Hidden Gem in Istanbul – Warm, Welcoming, and Wonderful

From the moment I stepped into Hotel Empress Zoe, I knew I had found something special. This charming boutique hotel is full of character, with beautifully quirky rooms that make you feel like you’ve stepped into a little oasis in the heart of Istanbul.
The warm greeting I received upon arrival set the tone for my entire stay—even the hotel cat came to say hello! It’s these little touches that make a place feel like home. My room was cozy and inviting, with a comfortable bed and a well-equipped bathroom that had everything I needed.
Breakfast was a true delight—full of delicious Turkish flavors and the perfect way to start the day. The breakfast staff, like every member of the team, greeted me with a genuine smile and a kind "good morning," making me feel like more than just a guest.
I left with a full heart and no doubt that I will be booking Hotel Empress Zoe again on my next visit to Istanbul. If you're looking for a place with warmth, charm, and a personal touch, this is it.
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Solo traveller

Comment: 16 Dec 2024

Stayed in: Nov 2024

Unique Charm and Cozy Comforts

I had the good fortune of staying three nights in the penthouse suite, which has its own outdoor terrace, a comfortable and large sitting room, with one space for dining table and another for the sofa and TV. In addition to the double bed in a curtained corner of the space, there are two daybeds. The bathroom is like a mini hamam - absolutely wonderful. It takes some climbing - the stairs are steep - but it was for me always worth the effort to land in a space so wonderfully cozy with gorgeous views. Empress Zoe is located a short walk from Topkapi Palace grounds, Hagia Sophia, the Hippodrome and Blue Mosque, and superb Hurrem Sultan Hammam. The Main Street outside the basement lobby area is wonderfully alive with restaurants and bars and shops catering to tourists. It is also right next door to an abandoned 16th century Hamam, providing a romantic historical view of antiquity from almost every room. The hotel also has a lovely and private courtyard garden which I imagine is a cooling place to be during hot summer weather. Breakfast is excellent. I was so grateful to the smiling ladies who worked so hard to put such delights together for their guests every morning. (I was also grateful and amazed by the gentleman who carried my suitcase up - and down - all those stairs!). The eating area has a fireplace for cold winter days and several private nooks for enjoying your tea. The entire hotel has a beautiful coziness and sincerity to it. Nothing flashy, except the wisteria when it is in bloom maybe? This is truly a unique place, with a great range of rooms - each with particular charms. I can't imagine a better welcome to Istanbul, particularly for my first time and especially for visiting the many glories of Sultanhamet.
Couple

Comment: 5 Nov 2024

Stayed in: Oct 2024

A centrally located quintessentially Turkish oasis in Istanbul

Choosing this hotel in Istanbul was the best choice we could have made. The hotel is centrally located, near the Hagia Sofia and Topkapi palace as well as the tram. It is an oasis in the midst of a hectic city— quite lovely — and quintessentially Turkish in feel and design. Breakfast is included — delicious and plentiful. There is a beautiful garden with a view of a 600 year old hammam and a minaret. We had the one bedroom garden suite on the ground floor, which we loved. It was quiet and we had our own entrance. The staff — all who work there — or so nice. It feels like a family! We especially loved the ladies who cooked and served breakfast. Highly recommend.
Couple
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AU

Comment: 30 Oct 2024

Stayed in: Oct 2024

A lovely, charming & quirky hotel in a great location

A beautiful quirky hotel just a 5 minute walk from Sultanahmet Square where 4 of the main tourist attractions are. The hotel is two oldish buildings that have been joined. We had the top floor room with a view of the Bosporus. If the weather is good, breakfast can be taken in a delightful courtyard. Breakfast is a great selection of fresh fruits, cereals, local delicacies & other goodies. However, gluten free products are hard to get in Turkey so it’s worth taking corn cakes or something similar. The staff were very friendly and helpful with restaurant recommendations, public transport advice etc.
However, access to the bedrooms and meals area is up a spiral staircase so not good for people with mobility issues. The hotel warns you about this and there are very strong porters to take your luggage to your room!

Excellent location

4.9

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Akbiyik Caddesi No 10 Sultanahmet, Fatih, Istanbul, 34122, Türkiye (Turkey)|0.37 km from city centre

Transportationwithin 2.41 km

0.50 km
0.67 km
1.05 km

Airportwithin 34.59 km

30.04 km
34.59 km

Check in and check out

Check in from:

14:00

Check out before:

11:00

Good to know

Extra beds

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Cot

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Important information from the hotel
Please inform Hotel Empress Zoe in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Hotel Empress Zoe: FAQs

Yes, Hotel Empress Zoe does have a restaurant.
At Hotel Empress Zoe you can check in from 14:00, and you'll need to check out before 11:00.
Yes, there is parking available at Hotel Empress Zoe.
Hotel Empress Zoe is 0.4 km away from Istanbul city centre.
Hotel Empress Zoe is in Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey) and is 0.4 km away from Istanbul city centre.