Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels

Family-friendly Istanbul hotel in Istanbul City Center with a sauna
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LCD TV
Lobby sitting area
Property amenity
Family Suite
Couples treatment room(s), Turkish bath/hammam, body treatments

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 4 of 4 rooms

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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About the area

Map
Hudavendigar Street No: 24, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34120

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 10 min walk
  • Grand Bazaar - 12 min walk
  • Topkapi Palace - 13 min walk
  • Blue Mosque - 17 min walk
  • Galata Tower - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 1 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 2 min walk
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Roof Mezze 360 Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Red River Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Capadocia Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Fiyeli Coffee Co. Sirkeci - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Coff's Sirkeci - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels

Family-friendly hotel near Egyptian Bazaar
Located close to Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia, Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels provides an airport shuttle, a poolside bar and a free daily manager's reception. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or Turkish bath/hammam, and indulge in hydrotherapy, a Thai massage or a facial. In addition to a rooftop terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, with sunloungers
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and express check-in
  • Babysitting (surcharge), massage treatment rooms and a lift
  • Outdoor furniture, ATM/banking services and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 52 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, fridges and electric kettles

Languages

English, German, Russian, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • Dock
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • 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.
  • Handrails in stairways (127 centimetre high)
  • Lift (124 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool access ramp on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 100
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 100
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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 20.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 10 (one-way), (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 100 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 100 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 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
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; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include window guards
Property Registration Number 20102

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
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

Property is also known as

Hotel Orient Express
Orient Express Hotel
Orient Express Hotel Istanbul
Orient Express Istanbul
Orient Hotel Express
Orient Express Hotel
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels Hotel
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels Istanbul
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Does Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

As of 18 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels on 19 Dec 2024 start from AU$134.74, 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.

Is Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 100 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for EUR 100 (subject to availability).

Does Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 50 per vehicle applies.

Where is Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels located?

This family-friendly Istanbul hotel is located near the airport, within a 15-minute walk of Egyptian Bazaar, Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace are also within 15 minutes. Gulhane Station and Sirkeci Marmaray Station are within a 2-minute walk.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 313 out of 610 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 210 out of 610 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 610 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 610 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 610 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were fantastic especially at front desk.Couldnt do enough for us all looked after very well. Used hamam and spa facilities . Very good.Breakfast plenty of choice.Bright airy room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fix the internet speed. Staff is thoughtful, kind and courteous. Jacuzzi and pool are cold. Breakfast is average. They sold out of my room and moved me to a different hotel for 1 night. That had garbage internet and the night guy ignored my internet complaint. Rooms are small but this was disclosed I'm advance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Suman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location close to several restaurants and shopping. Walking distance to many attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

TIM

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ydenise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
10 minutes Sultaname Square… everything you can walking
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

David

Everything is outdated, old and rooms are very small and beds are hard.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Pinar

Travelled with family
Very noisy tram way into the night. Some staff not very welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect city center location
The hotel is right in the city center; walking distance to all sights; the boats and markets. Rooms are updated and nicely decorated. Breakfast contains lots of local dishes and plenty to choose from- it’s a little busy if you go towards the end though. The pool is quite unique and was completely empty when we went which was very nice and relaxing. The orient express theme everywhere makes it very nostalgic. Very friendly staff that also gives tips to local activities. The rooftop restaurant has a great view and is even great for bird watching
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sultana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed the swimming pool, staff were sweet, but rooms were a little small and after a few days we were a bit sick of having the same breakfast everyday
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I usually stay at an another property in the area. I decided to give this place a try. It is clean, comfortable and centrally locate. The staff were polite and helpful. The only comment is that because it was located on the tram line, cars were not allowed drop us off at the hotel. I knew the area well enough to suggest alternatives for drop off and pick ups. The bell boy helped us bring our suitcases to the car. We did not use the pool which is one reason I went. It was too cool for me but it would not stop other people.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Mohmed idris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ideal location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mudasser Muhammad, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location
A great hotel in the heart of Istanbul. A few minutes walk to Hagia Sofia and many restaurants/cafes/bars on the street outside the hotel. The hotel was clean and comfortable and the staff were very friendly. Breakfast had a great selection and our baby was accommodated with a high chair.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Layth

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Albert

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel sits right by the tram track. Noisy all the time. The room is rather small. Bathroom is very tight. Air dryer didn't work. The staff even refused to provide adaptors.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anvar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location.
It was a nice hotel. Great location. Was about to walk to a lot of places. Easily accessible to trams. I wouldve preffered the breakfast hosted on the top floor with a view rather than in -1. Also they could have provided more turkish authentic breakfast options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

basera

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The worst experience I have ever had. When we arrived after a very long flight with young kids. They had double booked our room and had to send us to another hotel near by that was like feeling inside a jail room , a small dark cubicle with no Windows or the slightest of fresh air, they put us all over three tiny rooms and my kids had to sleep on another side from us alone. The s
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool and sauna were good therapy after walking all day on the hard stones and up the steep hills.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Soudabeh

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean , helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well situated for transport/ restaurants and easy access to the sights of Istanbul. Bit noisy but a small price to pay for the convenience
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in old town istanbul
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dhruv

Pathetic
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Boris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not bad for value paid
Nice hotel in excellent area but wifi is slow and receptionist were trying to overcharge for laundry service which wasn't nice.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faridoon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Room Cleanliness & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
3.0