Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 61 min drive
Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 7 min walk
Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 12 min walk
Vezneciler Subway Station - 19 min walk
Gulhane Station - 5 min walk
Sultanahmet Station - 5 min walk
Sirkeci Station - 8 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Subway - 2 min walk
Arden City Hotel Teloscopic Restaurant - 1 min walk
Otantik Kebab Huqqa - 2 min walk
Panoramic Restaurant - 2 min walk
Nur Muhammad Malezya Lokantası - 1 min walk
About this property
Agora Life Hotel - Special Class
When you stay at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class, you'll be in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of Basilica Cistern and Grand Bazaar. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi, valet parking and self-parking. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include a terrace and a garden. The helpful staff and walkable location get great marks from fellow travellers. Public transportation is only a short walk: Gulhane Station is 5 minutes and Sultanahmet Station is 5 minutes.
Languages
Arabic, English, French, Russian, Turkish
At a glance
Hotel size
16 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Parking
On-site parking only available on request
Free secured, uncovered on-site self-parking
Free secured, uncovered on-site valet parking
Free secured, uncovered on-site extended parking
On-site parking includes off-street options
Free 24-hours off-site parking within 98 ft
Street parking available
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Cruise terminal shuttle*
Ferry terminal shuttle*
Off-site
Shopping centre shuttle*
Theme park shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–10:30 AM
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private dining
Free daily reception
24-hour room service
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
What to do
Discount at nearby fitness centre
Boat tours nearby
Working away
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
On-site car hire
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Bike storage
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2009
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop garden
Garden
Terrace
Library
Bike parking
At least 80% of food locally sourced
Vegetarian dining options
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local culture and ecosystem education
100% renewable energy
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive recycling policy
Lockers available
Outdoor furniture
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 70
Well-lit path to entrance
7 steps to reach property
Tile flooring in public areas
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled) and heating
Minibar
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Memory-foam mattress
Free cot/infant bed
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
Phone
Food and drink
Meal delivery service
Free bottled water
Free tea bags/instant coffee
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Agora Life Terrace – Overlooking the ocean and garden, this rooftop bar specialises in Turkish cuisine and serves breakfast and light fare. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 12 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 5)
Cruise ship terminal shuttle and ferry terminal shuttle services are offered for an extra charge
Shopping centre shuttle and theme park shuttle services are offered for an extra charge
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
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 major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
State tax ID – 3830402185
Property Registration Number 20858
Also known as
Agora Life
Agora Life Hotel
Agora Life Hotel Istanbul
Agora Life Istanbul
Agora Life Hotel
Agora Life Istanbul
Agora Life Hotel Special Class
Agora Life Hotel - Special Class Hotel
Agora Life Hotel - Special Class Istanbul
Agora Life Hotel - Special Class Hotel Istanbul
Frequently asked questions
Does Agora Life Hotel - Special Class offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Agora Life Hotel - Special Class does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?
Yes, there's free self, valet and extended parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 60 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Agora Life Hotel - Special Class and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as boat tours. Agora Life Hotel - Special Class also has a garden.
What's the area around Agora Life Hotel - Special Class like?
Agora Life Hotel - Special Class is in Sultanahmet, a short 5-minute walk from Gulhane Station and 6 minutes' walk from Grand Bazaar. Our travellers say that the local area is very walkable.
Agora Life Hotel - Special Class Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
23 Oct 2024
Altanshagai
Altanshagai, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
22 Sept 2024
Great stay but not 4 star. This hotel is perfect for someone staying in Istanbul for the first time as you are a few minutes walk away from the two main Mosques, the grand bazaar and other attractions. You are also close to the metro line to explore other areas of the city.
The staff are fantastic and very helpful. However, the hotel itself is not 4 stars in my opinion. The rooms are very outdated, the bed was very uncomfortable, the breakfast options aren’t what you would expect from a 4 star hotel. The bathroom also had a bad smell at times. The walls are quite thin so you hear everything from the halls and other rooms.
The terrace is nice and gives you views across the city, would be better if breakfast was served there rather than carrying it upstairs in the lift to enjoy the views.
Overall, overpriced but good if you just want to be close to the main attractions. I would recommend staying a little further away as the metro is great and saving some money. Sultanhamet is very expensive.
Anil
Anil, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Sept 2024
Excellent service, the people were very nice and helpful
Eduardo
Eduardo, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Aug 2024
We loved this hotel. Central location with an amazing view from the terrace. The best thing about the hotel is how friendly and welcoming the staff are. Nothing seems too much for them.
Everyone was wonderful, special thanks to Ömer and Yasin!
Fenerbahce forever! :-D
Michael
Michael, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 Aug 2024
This is a great small hotel in the center of the old town. Everything is within a walking distance. View from the roof terrace is 5 stars. Rooms are spacious and comfortable with amazing views especially from the 4th floor location. We had a free upgrade from 3rd to 4th floor and a knife with plates when we asked for something to cut the watermelon that we bought on the way from airport to hotel.
However, hotel needs some upgrades and fixing. Specifically:
- Room's furniture needs renewal.
- Safety box had broken lock.
- Lift in the hotel is the slowest lift ever.
People working in the hotel are absolutely amazing. Front desk person Emre is speaking English very well. He gave us a city map and suggested very nice restaurants close by with great food and great prices. Omer was helping us with luggage and also told us about the city. Yasin was helping with any technical issues in room, he brought a working safety box when we complained about the broken one. I would give a hotel staff a 5-star rating.
Anna
Anna, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 Aug 2024
Great location helpful and friendly staff
David
David, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 July 2024
Best view of istanbul from rooftop
Best view of istanbul from rooftop i have ever seen.
Breakfest was good. Staffmembers helpfull and very serviceminded.
Room was clean, everything was just perfect.
ibrahim
ibrahim, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 June 2024
Really well looked after and amazing views
Zoe
Zoe, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
30 May 2024
This hotel is excellent as a location to explore Sultanahmet.
The staff are very attentive and friendly.
J C
J C, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 May 2024
Great boutique hotel in Sultanamet
Amazing buffet breakfast. Housekeeping made the bed everyday. Hotel staff very friendly and helpful. They even helped to fix my I Phone when it locked up! Even the WiFi is good. Excellent hotel. My second stay here. Close to all the sights. Great location close to a tram line. My go to hotel for Istanbul
Owen
Owen, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
27 Apr 2024
Anas
Anas, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Apr 2024
Yun
Yun, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
4 Apr 2024
Martin
Martin, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 Nov 2023
I had a lovely stay here. The location is terrific! You can walk to all the sites in Old Town. The room was nice and I had a nice little balcony. One of the best parts was the AMAZING rooftop terrace. The view is just stunning!
Rachelle
Rachelle, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Nov 2023
The place was spotless and the young man at the desk was incredibly helpful. He went out of his way to help us. I was thoroughly impresses by him. The location was great. Easy sightseeing from here. Breakfast was different but mostly typical to the area. The only problem I had was there was not a shuttle that I thought was provided. Other than that it was great!
Grant
Grant, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Oct 2023
EXCELLENT LOCATION. THE STAFF IS SO FRIENDLY. IT IS A WALKING DISTANCE FROM MOST MUST-SEE SITES. MY OVERALL EXPERIENCE WAS GREAT.
MOHAMMED
MOHAMMED, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Oct 2023
The room had a spectacular view of the Bosphorus Stait, the Bosphorus Bridge and the Galatea Tower among others. The Hotel was in walking distance to the restaurants, shopping and the port.
jin Young
jin Young, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
3 July 2023
Georgina
Georgina, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 July 2023
The staff was excellent & very helpful. The view from the rooftop deck was perfection!! Breakfasts were very good. It is a very short walk to the most important major places to see (Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar, Egyptian/Spice Bazaar, several museums, etc). Easily walkable to restaurants & shops. Staff helped us take the train which was nearby. We also walked down & were able to hop on a boat to take a 1.5 hr tour on the Bosphorus.
Wendy
Wendy, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 June 2023
roseann
roseann, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 June 2023
Excellent location and staff went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable
Zeynep
Zeynep, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
11 June 2023
Vehbi
Vehbi, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
9 June 2023
Great location. Front desk staff very friendly and helpful. Breakfast staff could be more attentive and offer to prepare eggs, etc. instead of guests having to call them out of the back room to order. Tables should be cleaned as guests finish. When we arrived for breakfast at 9 a.m. most tables were covered with dirty dishes.