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Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels

Family-friendly hotel with outdoor pool, near Egyptian Bazaar

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LCD TV
Couples treatment room(s), Turkish bath/hammam, body treatments
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar
Property amenity
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
In the heart of Istanbul, Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels offers a serene retreat. Relax in the sauna or indulge in a rejuvenating massage, then unwind with cocktails at the poolside bar or explore nearby Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia.

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Babysitting

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The current price is R1 279
R1 432 total
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May

Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin 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 - 0.9 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Blue Mosque - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Galata Tower - 6 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 52 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 68 min drive
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 1 min walk
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 13 min walk
  • Vezneciler Subway Station - 21 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 2 min walk
  • Sirkeci Station - 3 min walk
  • Eminonu Station - 8 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

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

Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Bosphorus and Egyptian Bazaar. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or facials. Other highlights include an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Gulhane Station is steps away and Sirkeci Station is 3 minutes.

Languages

English, German, Russian, Turkish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 52 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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 at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking area (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Bicycle tour information
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

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

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2000
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall
  • Dock
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 49
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stairway handrail height (inches): 50
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Pool access ramp on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • LCD television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Down comforter
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 100 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 100 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 6 and 12 costs EUR 10 (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector 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 credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Property Registration Number 20102

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
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

Yes, there's an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 50 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. There's a charge of EUR 100 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 100 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools after a day out and about. Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels like?

Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels is in Istanbul City Center, a short 2-minute walk from Gulhane Station and 7 minutes' walk from Bosphorus.

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Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels Reviews

Reviews

8,6

Excellent

8,8/10

Cleanliness

9,2/10

Staff & service

7,8/10

Amenities

8,4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7,8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Breakfast
Service staff
Air conditioning
Lobby
Attraction
Taxi
Trip
Indoor pools

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great but the room size

Everything was very good except the room size is small and the tram path is very close to the hotel so there is a little of noise when passing by
Mohammed, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good location close to several restaurants and shopping. Walking distance to many attractions.
Suman, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean , helpful staff
Soudabeh, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Diane, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a pleasure to stay in this hotel family was happy.all my thanks to Mr Kamal the receptionist for all the help and the staff were great
ABDELAZIZ, 5-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. The rooms were nice and clean but could do with some renovating. Walls were very thin so it got noisy at times from people in the halls and neighbouring rooms. The location was excellent, within a 15 minute walk to all the major attractions and next to a tram stop.
Kevin, 5-night trip

6/10 Good

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
Sultana, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Jennifer, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location in old town istanbul
Jeff, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

10 minutes Sultaname Square… everything you can walking
Ydenise, 7-night trip

8/10 Very good

Would strongly recommend this hotel
Jacinthe, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The pool and sauna were good therapy after walking all day on the hard stones and up the steep hills.
Dan, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Near all the historical places walkable
Syed A, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

This hotel is outdated and in need of significant renovation. The bathroom towels are very old and nearly resemble cleaning rags. The sink in the bathroom was leaking, adding to the inconvenience. The reception staff have limited English proficiency, making communication difficult. The breakfast buffet offers the same traditional Turkish breakfast every day, with no alternative options available. Otherwise centrally located near all the major attractions within walking distance and plenty of restaurants around the hotel.
Zubair, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Close to all the site’s restaurants and Turkish Delight. The room, bed are comfortable and the staff is very helpful. Highly recommended this hotel.
Ronald, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Well situated for transport/ restaurants and easy access to the sights of Istanbul. Bit noisy but a small price to pay for the convenience
Andrew, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was amazing had different foods everyday. Staff very helpful and good location.
FABIOLA, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

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.
3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Everything is outdated, old and rooms are very small and beds are hard.
David, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Heidi, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Excellent service, but the room smelt like cigarettes and there was mold in the shower.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Layth, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The first night they placed us in a room too small for 3 people but it was resolved the next day. Staff very friendly and helpful, location was amazing and spa and pool a plus after walking the whole day!
Cristel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super Lage
Dzevad, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Front desk staff i.e Onoor and Caan were very polite and helpful. The room amenities need a bit of improvement though.
SAJID, 6-night trip