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Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category

Travelers find tranquility with soothing massages at this Istanbul retreat, where a cozy lobby fireplace and easy access to iconic landmarks await

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At Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category, Istanbul's ancient history meets modern comfort. Relax by the fireplace, enjoy spa treatments, and explore the nearby Column of Constantine and Blue Mosque. The on-site mall and helpful staff make it convenient and relaxing.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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A neatly made bed with a grey and white patterned bedspread, a wooden wardrobe with two doors, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Standard Single Room, 1 Double Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a bedside phone, and a neatly folded towel on the bed.

Standard Double or Twin Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(11 reviews)
  • City view
  • 215 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Triple Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a desk with a kettle, and a TV.

Standard Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a wardrobe, and a seating area.

Superior Room

  • City view
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE SUPERIOR QUEEN BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a television.

Double standard

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE SUPERIOR

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Located in Sultanahmet, a neighborhood in Istanbul, Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category is near a metro station. Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Grand Bazaar and Egyptian Bazaar. Column of Constantine and Cemberlitas Bath are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
Map
Binbirdirek Mah. Dostluk Yurdu Sk. No 2, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • A historic building with domes and minarets, surrounded by trees and a fountain.
    Sultanahmet Square
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A large mosque with multiple domes and minarets.
    Blue Mosque
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A historic mosque with a large central dome and two minarets, surrounded by trees and a reflective pool.
    Hagia Sophia
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • A market with colorful hanging lanterns and a Turkish flag.
    Grand Bazaar
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cemberlitas Bath
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Cemberlitas Station
    3 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station
    13 min walk
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)
    64 min drive

Restaurants

  • İstanbul Kitap Cafe
    1 min walk
  • Loti Bistro & Roof Lounge
    2 min walk
  • Tarihi Cemberlitas Muhallebicisi
    2 min walk
  • Burger King
    2 min walk
  • Ortaklar Restaurant
    1 min walk

About this property

Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category

  • Luxury hotel near Grand Bazaar
  • Located close to Cemberlitas Bath and Column of Constantine, Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category provides a shopping mall on site, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Treat yourself to a body scrub or a Thai massage at Emir Sultan Hamamı, the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and free newspapers
    • A TV in the lobby, concierge services, and a front-desk safe
    • Luggage storage, a vending machine, and massage treatment rooms
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and fireplaces, in addition to perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 12 per day); reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 5 per person
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property offers airport shuttle drop off and pickup service from Ataturk Airport only.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 5 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 90 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 12 per day (656 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per day

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds, rollaway/extra beds, and high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 21216

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category?

As of Aug 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category on Aug 14, 2026 start from CA $95, 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.

What time is check-in at Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 90 per vehicle applies.

Where is Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category located?

Located in Sultanahmet, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Cemberlitas Bath and Column of Constantine. Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque are also within 10 minutes. Cemberlitas Station and Sultanahmet Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Gulec Hotel & Spa - Special Category Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, close to sites, tram etc. Plenty of restaurants and shops nearby. Breakfast could have been more varied. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hussein

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is exceptionally! We loved soo much. The staff are super friendly and helpful.
Stayed 16 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was very nice .breakfast was very good . Lots of different different item.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

R

Perfect location for tourism and very helpful and kind staff. Breakfast is basic. The show cabin was tiny.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all friendly and approachable. The rooms were very clean and well equipped. They were very A special mention to Ausun, in the dining area, who, apart from being very efficient and good at her job, was also very helpful in providing advice and recommendations on sights to visit.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Azra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience at this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Almas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean and new, but bit small. Location is perfect but noise isolation is poor and I had hard time sleeping, perhaps due to combination of outside noise and jet lag. Area around hotel is very busy all day and night, do be aware. Breakfast was great, staff is friendly and prompt. Overall it’s passing grade but I would recommend other place in the same area. Istanbul is amazing so it’s worth every penny.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Uzma

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gulec hotel is very average and overpriced for the facilities provided. Breakfast was bad. Rooms are very compact. There was ants in my room and there was no attention given to have it cleaned. The hotel is not accessible by wheelchair. Staff is rude especially the lady at the breakfast restaurant. Only positive this is it’s near by tram station and Sultanahmet. But in all an unpleasant stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maria Antonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tuvimos una estancia estupenda. Las habitaciones son amplias y las camas muy cómodas. Ventanas amplias, buena ventilación. Nos atendieron muy bien y con gran amabilidad, era frecuente que nos ofrecieran un té. El desayuno es variado. El hotel tiene una ubicación de diez, está todo lo cerca.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Room comfort
Posizione ottima. Tra la spianata delle moschee ed il Gran Bazar. Esterno dell'hotel bello e curato. Camera d'angolo molto ampia. Colazione totalmente da rivedere. Pochissima scelta e non invitante. Prettamente turca senza nessuna spiegazione. Vista dalla terrazza molto bella.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kanako

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
観光に便利。 夜の到着後にレストランやスーパーマーケットを案内してくれて、とても親切。
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Taha Fatih

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Einfach war super
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ümit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ist zum Weiterempfehlen
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

manuel

Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abelardo

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ahmet Turan

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

NICOLA

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025