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Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa

3.5 star property
Family-friendly Istanbul hotel in Sultanahmet with a full-service spa
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Turkish bath/hammam, body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Exterior
Breakfast and dinner served
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec

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Room options

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Sofa bed - twin
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Plasma TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
Garden views

Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class

Breakfast included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Ottoman Hotel Imperial - Special Class
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About the area

Map
Ticarethane Cikmazi Sk No 3, Alemdar Mah. Fatih, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34420

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Blue Mosque - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Sultanahmet Station - 2 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 9 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mado - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Terrace - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Deraliye Ottoman Cuisine - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Galeyan Yunus Emre Akkor - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Vamos Estambul Restaurant & Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa

Family-friendly hotel near Sultanahmet Square
Located close to Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa provides a rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a library. Indulge in a Swedish massage, a body treatment and reflexology at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Grill Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • A 24-hour front desk, a TV in reception and concierge services
  • Multilingual staff, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Highchairs and free infant beds
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Plasma TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, German, Romanian, Russian, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Grill Restaurant
  • Terrace Bar Pub

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 AM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the 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
This property charges a fee for luggage storage (EUR 3 per piece, per day).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 48.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 48.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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 2022-34-2409

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
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Ambassador Hotel Istanbul
Ambassador Istanbul
Lapis Inn Hotel Spa
The Ambassador Hotel
Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?

As of 22 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa on 23 Dec 2024 start from AU$145.90, including 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 Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?

Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 AM.

What time is check-out at Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Lapis Inn Hotel & Spa located?

This family-friendly Istanbul hotel is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Sultanahmet Square and Hagia Sophia. Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque are also within 10 minutes. Sultanahmet Station is only a 2-minute walk and Gulhane Station is 7 minutes.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 474 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 352 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1000 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1000 reviews" "

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view for breakfast, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really loved staying here and will come back next time in Turkey. The staff were wonderful!! They made being there really easy and were helpful in everything even arranging my taxi to the airport. The woman who does the massage and hammam was excellent.. I would totally recommend her. It was a great location… an easy walk to all of the main attractions.. and excellent restaurants just a step out of the door. My favourite was breakfast on the terrace and incredible view of the mosques…It was lovely being there!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Karena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
2nd time here - will come back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient to many attractions and there was a tram stop across the street. The view from the terrace breakfast room was excellent. Seating was available both inside and outside and was available in the evening as a place to sit and enjoy the view.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Artem

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Soab

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel so close to all mosque and tramline.hotel staff vey good a d very friendly and helpfull.very good breakfast. Sure will come again
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

surraya

Travelled with family
It was ok. Not worth the money
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lapis Inn was probably the most convenient hotel we have ever stayed in. The location is the best, you just cannot find anything better and specially for the price. When we came to Istanbul, we did not want to drive around on the Taxi,. And the priority was the location, we definitely achieved it to us Lapis Inn. Downtown is just few minutes away, the grand bazaar, all kinds of shopping, pork… If you just want to stay in Istanbul and enjoy the culture, the food and the shopping this is the most perfect spot to stay. Even though it’s located right in the center, the hotel is very quiet I think because the entrance is not on the street but hidden away. When you are hungry, you just have to go downstairs and step out of the hotel, they million of great restaurants steps away. Very nice and cozy hookah bar right outside of the hotel, when you come out, just turn left. And never-ending shopping is right outside of the hotel. There’s also a great breakfast, variety of different foods for every diet Gorgeous for you from the terrace on the roof while you have your breakfast. It is a very clean hotel, not super fancy, but very clean. Hamam is also a must experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful location
We stayed in the corner suite (#501) on the top floor. There were only 2 rooms on that floor. Most of the floor was taken up by a terrace with an amazing view and the breakfast area. I loved the location on the hotel and the room. The AC unit blows straight into my head (I did not like it). The bathroom area was much newer than the bedroom area (I like both of them). The breakfast included many kinds of fresh cheese a couple of types of fruits, vegetables. There were 4 types of hot dishes for breakfast that were different every day. In the afternoon, there was tea and cookies for the guests. The staff was very helpful and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rahul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome place
Really a great location. Walking distance from all the sites. Good restaurants nearby. Staff were helpful and their breakfast was awesome. Pretty big spread. Didn’t get to use the spa. But there’s always next time. Definitely will be back and rebook. Thanks for hosting us.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fation

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siti Zulaikha

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Ivana

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Lydia, Herndon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The receptionists were very kind and hospitable especially Selcuk. He made me feel welcome at the hotel and provided good guidance to me. Being my 1st time in Istanbul, this was really helpful. The hotel is a walking distance to Hagia Sofia and Grand Bazaar. I will recommend hotel due to proximity to the local attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was a great location, walking distance to attractions and the tram right outside the door practically. Staff was helpful and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous family stay at the Lapis Inn. We had a spacious family room which was cleaned daily and fresh water bottles added every day. The views from the terrace are amazing and the surrounding historical sites within easy walking distance. The area is full of restaurants and shops. Breakfast choice was brilliant with eggs cooked to order perfectly (thanks chef!). The staff were excellent - all friendly and welcoming. Fully recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudio, Buenos Aires

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast view is great!!! People very helpful and friendly. Close to tourist and cultural areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

ABRIL, EDMONTON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I didn't receive any benefit from my VIP, and the property is ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kamlesh Kumar

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

DILEK, Auburn

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yngvild

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zeenat

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect ! The location was great ! Right on the best street with the blue mosque and Hagia Sofia 1 min walk away ! Rashid was really helpful at reception and so we’re the rest of the hotel staff. Breakfast on the 5th floor had amazing views ! The terrace is a really nice place to relax and take in the views. Loads of food places right on your doorstep as well! Will definitely be staying again !

2/10 Terrible

Hannah

Travelled with family, Business traveller
This is my second time staying here and this time I’m really disappointed. The morning of my flight I had stolen items. Worth $400 I couldn’t locate them and was dissatisfied. My flight was super really so after searching everywhere I left. I didn’t receive any compensation. I’ll make sure to not stay here again… really ruined my trip.

10/10 Excellent

Muhammad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a lovely time. Great location. Easy to commute to all landmarks. It’s located in the heart of Istanbul. Will recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023