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The Parma Hotel Downtown

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Grand Bazaar

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Reception
Interior
Terrace/patio
Free daily on-the-go breakfast
In the heart of Istanbul, The Parma Hotel Downtown offers a luxurious retreat near the Grand Bazaar. Unwind with a massage or steam room session, then indulge in meals at one of two on-site restaurants. With free to-go breakfast and in-room WiFi, guests can also enjoy the coffee shop/cafe and hair salon amenities.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Deep soaking bathtub
Private bathroom
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
Gencturk Cad No 43, Sehzadebasi/Istanbul, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34134

What's nearby

  • Grand Bazaar - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Sultanahmet Square - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Galata Tower - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Blue Mosque - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 5 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Vezneciler Subway Station - 5 min walk
  • Aksaray Tram Station - 7 min walk
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gulen Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Laleli Galeria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Laleli İskender - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Gülsoy Patisserie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Parma Hotel Downtown

Upscale hotel near Grand Bazaar
Located close to Eminönü Square, The Parma Hotel Downtown provides free to-go breakfast, an airport shuttle, and a terrace. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. Be sure to enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon.
Other perks include:
  • Airport pick-up service (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket assistance, a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers
  • Barbecue grills, a front-desk safe, and an elevator
Room features
All 89 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep soaking tubs
  • 66-cm HDTVs with satellite channels
  • Limited housekeeping, desks, and desk chairs

Languages

Arabic, English, Spanish, Turkish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 66-cm LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 400 per vehicle

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Bird Hotel
Black Bird Hotel
Black Bird Hotel Istanbul
Black Bird Istanbul
Hotel Bird
Hotel Black Bird
Black Bird Hotel
The Parma Hotel Downtown Hotel
The Parma Hotel Downtown Istanbul
The Parma Hotel Downtown Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is The Parma Hotel Downtown pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Parma Hotel Downtown?

As of Jul 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Parma Hotel Downtown on Jul 23, 2025 start from CA $88.08, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Parma Hotel Downtown?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Parma Hotel Downtown?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at The Parma Hotel Downtown?

Check-out is at noon.

Does The Parma Hotel Downtown provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of TRY 400 per vehicle applies.

Where is The Parma Hotel Downtown located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Laleli Mosque and Grand Bazaar. Sultanahmet Square and Hagia Sophia are also within 2 mi (3 km). Aksaray Tram Station is 7 minutes by foot and Laleli-University Station is 7 minutes.

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The Parma Hotel Downtown Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 55 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

mehtaab

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, staff helped us with looking for transport around istanbul. Tasty breakfast every morning with a variety of dishes
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good bed,helpful staff in a good location within walking distance of tram and metro.Breakfast was average but then again I’m English. I would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Karima

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Sonya

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Simone Marthe Rachel

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Bon séjour

Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Pedro

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Las cajas fuertes de la habitacion no funcionan Te dicen que te ponen tetera y bandeja de fruta en la habitacion y no es verdad En tres dias no cambiaron las sabanas Nadie habla castellano y dice que la recepcion si habla castellano El spa es de pago El bufett es puntual para cerrar No importa que no termines
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Yasseen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Elvira

Nicht entsprechend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hala

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mehmet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Noureddine

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Volker

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Schön gelegen nicht weit von Metro und Strassenbahn.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad Maaz

Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abdelaziz

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Eyad Asaad

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
8910
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Bhawna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

EDWARD

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tugay

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Hasan Yigit

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abdelaziz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

azita

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Estefanos

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

celalettin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Aboubakr

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022