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La Vida Old City Hotel, Istanbul
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About the Hotel
Akbiyik Caddesi Sultanahmet No:80,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
Istanbul Province
La Vida Old City Hotel is a 2-star accommodation in the Fatih district with essential facilities such as a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. It offers air-conditioned rooms equipped with satellite flat-screen TVs and free WiFi.
Rooms & Amenities
The hotel provides a variety of air-conditioned rooms, including options with sea views, equipped with minibars and tea and coffee makers. Rooms come with soundproof walls, flat-screen TVs with streaming services, and private bathrooms comprising free toiletries and bathrobes.
Dining Options
A continental breakfast is available each morning, with room service options for in-room dining. Guests can enjoy drinks at the hotel's bar.
Services & Facilities
La Vida Old City Hotel supports guest services such as currency exchange. The 24-hour front desk staff speaks multiple languages, including Arabic, English, Spanish, and French.
Location & Local Area
Nearby popular attractions include the Column of Constantine, Topkapi Palace, and the Spice Bazaar, all within a short walk. The hotel is 28 miles from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and 10 minutes from Sultanahmet Tram.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW)
26.5
mi
Istanbul (IST)
30.8
mi
Train
Sultanahmet Tram Station1700 ft
Metro stations
Vezneciler
1.2
mi
Halic
1.4
mi
Facilities
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Spacious and Clean
“The room I stayed in was impressively spacious and immaculate. The modern decor made it feel luxurious and comfortable.” view full review
Delicious Breakfast!
“Each morning, the breakfast buffet offered a good variety of choices that satisfied both my sweet and savory cravings.” view full review
Well-Equipped Bath
“The bathroom was exceptionally clean and featured a high-quality hairdryer that surpassed my expectations in terms of performance.” view full review
Unique Atmosphere
“The hotel's atmosphere was fascinating, combining modern style with touches of local charm that made my stay nice.” view full review
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Currency exchange
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car rental
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink
Dining
In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Outdoor dining area
Packed lunches
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cribs
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
Akbiyik Caddesi Sultanahmet No:80,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
Istanbul Province
Map view
Akbiyik Caddesi Sultanahmet No:80,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
Istanbul Province
City landmarks
Museums
Hagia Sophia Museum
4800 ft
Mosque
Blue Mosque
3900 ft
Alemdar Mahallesi
Basilica Cistern
4400 ft
Square
Sultanahmet District
3500 ft
Museums
Topkapi Palace
1.2
mi
Cankurtaran Mh.
Beyoglu Turkish coffee
1.2
mi
Mosque
Suleymaniye Mosque
1.4
mi
Museums
Istanbul Archaeology Museums
1.1
mi
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih
Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami
4300 ft
Mosque
Little Hagia Sophia
2400 ft
Historic Areas of Istanbul
4800 ft
Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet
TGC Press Media Museum
4400 ft
Torun Sok.
Mosaic Museum
3100 ft
Monuments and Landmarks
Serpent Column
3100 ft
Mosque
Sokullu Mehmed Pasa Mosque
3200 ft
Bridges
Galata Bridge
1.4
mi
Divan Yolu Caddesi
Column of Constantine
4500 ft
Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu
Cagaloglu Hamami
1.0
mi
Museums
Hagia Irene
1.1
mi
Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu
Gulhane Park
1.1
mi
Merkez Beyazit
Mausoleum of Mahmud II
2400 ft
Museums
Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam
1.2
mi
Sultanahmet Meydani
Obelisk of Theodosius
3200 ft
Square
Beyazit Square
1.2
mi
Mosque
Laleli Camii
1.5
mi
Fountains
German Fountain
3700 ft
Nearby
Binbirdirek
Walled Obelisk
1200 ft
Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5
Caferaga Madrasa
2000 ft
Museums
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
1400 ft
Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi
Tomb of Sultan Ahmet
1200 ft
Restaurants
Turgut Kebab
3900 ft
Akbiyik Cd. No: 64 Sultanahmet Mahallesi
Cafe Rumist
1000 ft
Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi
Dunya
900 ft
Sultanahmet Torun Sk. No:7
Elif Cafe
600 ft
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No 2 Sultanahmet Arasta Bazaar
North Art Coffee
900 ft
21 Utangac Sokak
Archive Cafe & Winehouse
3700 ft
Cankurtaran Mah. Keresteci Hakki Sok. No: 19 Sultanahmet - Fatih
Sultanahmet Koftecisi
1800 ft
Buyukdere Cad. Astoria Alisveris Merkezi No:127 K:3 Sisli Esentepe
Doy Doy Restaurant
1600 ft
Sifa Hamami Sok. No: 13 Sultanahmet
Meydan Borek
1000 ft
Cankurtaran caddesi no:11 Sultanahmet
Bad Service Home Food
1500 ft
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
76%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Clean facilities
Great location
Limited dining options
Paid Wi-Fi
7.6/10
Very good
Rooms
8.3
Location
9.1
Service
7.9
Dining
5.8
Guest reviews
7.6/10
based on 15 reviews
8.7
8.7/10 based on 455 reviews
Chris
United States of America,
January
2025
8.0/10
I recently stayed at this hotel and found it to be a great value for money. The cleanliness of the rooms and the comfort level were outstanding, making my stay enjoyable. While I appreciated the dining options available, I felt that breakfast could use a few more choices. The amenities were good, but some facilities could benefit from maintenance.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were impeccably clean and very comfortable, perfect for a restful night.
Service
7.0
The service was decent, though it could be more attentive at peak times.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located, with key attractions just a short walk away.
Dining
6.0
Dining was satisfactory, but the breakfast selection felt limited; I wished there were more options.
Facilities
7.0
The amenities available were nice, but a couple of them could use some improvements to enhance the guest experience.
Piers
United Kingdom,
December
2024
8.0/10
I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which offered spacious and modern rooms that were incredibly comfortable. The location was fantastic, making it easy to explore the main attractions nearby. However, I found the breakfast options to be somewhat limited, which was a bit disappointing. Overall, it provided good value for money, though I wish the Wi-Fi was complimentary rather than an extra charge.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious and modern, providing a very comfortable stay.
Service
8.0
Service was attentive and accommodating, making my stay enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel is ideally located, just a short walk from the main tourist attractions.
Dining
5.0
Breakfast options were limited, which left something to be desired.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had well-maintained facilities that added to the overall comfort of my stay.
Duane
United States of America,
November
2024
7.8/10
I had a pleasant stay overall! The hotel offers a fantastic atmosphere and very clean facilities, making it a comfortable choice. The location is great, allowing easy access to popular sites. However, the dining options were somewhat limited, and the Wi-Fi charges were a bit of a letdown, as I expected it to be complimentary.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious and exceptionally clean, which made my stay quite enjoyable.
Service
7.0
Service was decent, but I had some hiccups with responsiveness in certain areas.
Location
10.0
The hotel is ideally located with walking distance to many attractions, which made sightseeing a breeze.
Dining
5.0
I found the dining options somewhat limited, especially at breakfast, which could use more variety.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-kept and clean, contributing to an inviting environment.
Clean facilities
Limited dining options
Diana
United Kingdom,
November
2024
7.0/10
The hotel offers a great stay with excellent amenities and a lovely pool area. The rooms are spacious and clean, making it a comfortable retreat. However, the dining options could use some improvement, especially during breakfast. The location is easy to navigate, but not as close to key attractions as I had hoped.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were spacious and very clean.
Service
7.0
The service was decent, but there were delays in room service.
Location
6.0
While the location was reasonable, it wasn't as close to the major attractions as I expected.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast options were limited, which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
9.0
The pool area was fantastic and well-maintained.
Joyce
United Kingdom,
October
2024
7.8/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel with clean and spacious rooms, though the Wi-Fi experience could have been better. The staff was attentive and the amenities were decent. The dining options were limited in variety, which was a bit disappointing, but overall, I felt it was good value for money.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, spacious, and quite comfortable, making it easy to relax after a day of exploring.
Service
9.0
The staff was attentive and helpful, always ready to assist with my requests.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located near popular attractions, making it easy to explore the area on foot.
Dining
6.0
While the dining experience was decent, I found the breakfast options to be a bit limited in variety.
Facilities
7.0
The amenities offered were satisfactory, but I particularly missed having a more reliable Wi-Fi service.
Taylor
United Kingdom,
October
2024
8.2/10
The hotel is ideally located, just a short walk to the main attractions, making it super convenient to explore the city. The rooms provide a clean and comfortable stay, but I found the dining options, particularly breakfast, a bit lacking. The facilities were nice, especially the pool, creating a great atmosphere to relax after sightseeing. Overall, it offered decent value for money, although a few areas could use improvement.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a relaxing atmosphere after a long day of sightseeing.
Service
9.0
The staff was attentive and very accommodating, which made my stay more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the main tourist attractions, making it so easy to explore.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast options were quite limited, which was a bit disappointing compared to the rest of my experience.
Facilities
8.0
The pool area was nice and well-kept, providing a refreshing escape from the heat.
Hudson
United Kingdom,
October
2024
8.4/10
I had a delightful stay at the hotel, which is conveniently located near major attractions and easily accessible. The rooms were clean and cozy, making it a comfortable base for my adventures. I especially enjoyed the breakfast spread, though a few more options would have been nice. Overall, it's great value for money, but the Wi-Fi fee was a minor inconvenience.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and cozy, providing a comfortable base for my stay.
Service
9.0
The service was very attentive and helpful, making my experience more enjoyable.
Location
10.0
The hotel is very conveniently located near major attractions, making it easy to explore.
Dining
7.0
I enjoyed the breakfast spread, but I wished there were a few more options to choose from.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were well-maintained and added to the pleasant experience.
Joe
United States of America,
September
2024
8.2/10
I had a lovely stay at this hotel. The ambiance was vibrant, and my room was spacious and modern, making it a comfortable retreat. The highlight was definitely the amazing breakfast spread that offered plenty of choices. However, the service at the restaurant was a bit slow at times. Overall, it was a great value for the price I paid.
Rooms
9.0
The room was spacious and modern, providing a comfortable retreat after a long day.
Service
7.0
While the staff was generally attentive, there were moments when the restaurant service felt a bit slow.
Location
9.0
The hotel was conveniently located within walking distance of main attractions, which was great for sightseeing.
Dining
8.0
The breakfast spread was fantastic with plenty of delicious options to choose from.
Facilities
8.0
The amenities were quite nice, with a lovely pool area that was perfect for relaxing.
Joseph
United States of America,
September
2024
7.2/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which is perfectly located near many attractions. The rooms were clean and comfortable, though a touch on the smaller size. The service was attentive, but nothing out of the ordinary. I appreciated the various dining options available, but I felt the breakfast could use more variety. Overall, it’s a good value for money, especially considering the amenities offered.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, but a bit small for my taste.
Service
7.0
The service was attentive, though it didn't impress me greatly.
Location
9.0
The hotel is ideally situated close to many attractions, making it very convenient for sightseeing.
Dining
6.0
I enjoyed the variety of dining options, but the breakfast selection could definitely be improved.
Facilities
7.0
Amenities were decent, but nothing particularly luxurious stood out.
Clean and comfortable rooms
Limited breakfast variety
Robert
United States of America,
August
2024
7.6/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, with clean and spacious rooms that felt really comfortable. The staff was incredibly welcoming and accommodating. However, I found the dining options a bit lacking, especially for breakfast. The facilities, including the pool area, were nice but could use a bit more attention. Overall, it’s a good value for the price, but there’s room for improvement in some areas.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, spacious, and very comfortable.
Service
9.0
The staff was welcoming and made my stay enjoyable.
Location
9.0
It's conveniently located near many attractions, making it easy to explore.
Dining
5.0
I found the breakfast options to be limited, which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The pool area was nice, but could use better maintenance.
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