Tin Suites

I would have given this 5 stars except we were guaranteed a room with a balcony. We did not get that, instead we had a room on the street side. Be aware that the street side is very noisy. We never met anyone from the staff. There was a sign saying they would be available after 11 pm. The room was beautiful, bed was comfortable and having the restaurant next door was a bonus. Just nake sure to get a room with a balcony, which is opposite the street side.

•Excellent location - 5 min walk to Sultanahmet and Hagia Sophia; 20 min walk to Grand Bazaar •Spacious apartment, clean, great & comfortable bed

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Physical aspects of the hotel, such as the room that is clean, spacious, and quiet. Comfortable bed, spacious and amazing bathroom, great rainshower. The location is perfect! 10 out of 10. It's just 3 min walking to Basilica Cistern, Hagya Sofia, and Blue Mosque. Despite being in the super center location, the room is super quiet. The staff was pretty helpful, though I never really met any of them when we checked in. We only met Fatih, the super nice guy in the restaurant downstairs, which we don't know if he worked only for the restaurant or the hotel. Despite this thing, the staff was very helpful too to accommodate our needs during the stay.

The general situation....there is no hospitality at all apart of Fatih that gave us the key of the room when we arrived and the staff that came to accommodate our needs when we asked something. They also left the empty bottles of the shampoo and soaps in the bathroom when they changed to the new ones (we found it out when we came back to our room after the whole day outside). This type of detail matters to show professionalism. I hope they'll improve, because we liked the room and the location.

Positives were: excellent location, very nice furnishings and bathroom, spacious room, a little boutique. Would definitely recommend (in fact, I have already suggested a friend book to stay there).

However, the front desk is not staffed during the day, and the restaurant next door is not fully equipped to handle everything. You could call, but it would take 15-30 min to get someone (so seemed like only for emergencies). Room cleaning did not happen one day and unfortunately we did need a refill on some things - but not a huge problem. Also, as it moves into high season, the owner should check out the mould developing in the corner of the room.

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We booked here and less than 24 hrs before arrival they informed us that there was a plumbing problem and we would not be able to stay there. They said they were "upgrading" us to a sister 4 star hotel. Not the case. The new hotel had great staff but the room was tiny. I booked a large room with a king bed and got a very small room with a round bed. My legs literally dangled off the edge and I am only 5'9" so I got very little sleep for 3 days. I think that something fishy is going in there as we passed by a few times and it did not look operational but they were still taking reservations in booking.com. for dates we were still there. Booking also did very little to help us as they basically took the word of the hotel that they sent us to a better property.

The room is spacious and the location is great

I can’t provide a review for a stay at Tin Suites as I had booked a 4 night stay a few months ago and the day before my arrival I received a message from Tin Suites that due to a maintenance issue my accommodation was moved to another hotel at no cost. At first I was slightly disappointed as the location was about 10 minute walk further, it ended up being a very upscale hotel for no additional cost. Tin Suites could have very well canceled my reservation and left me scrambling to find another option but they were very generous in moving our stay to a nearby, very nice hotel. I give them a 10+ for character and principle.

We booked the Tin Suites but were moved to the AJWA Sultanahmet Hotel because of works on the water system. The staff was really nice and helpful. The room was clean and nicely decorated.

We were moved to the 4-stars-hotel AJWA Sultanahmet which was a nice experience and the staff was really courteous. But unfortunately we neither had the queen size bed that we booked nor the balcony that was important for us. We couldn't use the spa together because it wasn't allowed for two different genders to be in at the same time.

I had the pleasure of being upgraded to the luxurious AJWA Sultanahmet due to unforeseen circumstances. The experience was truly exceptional, as the hotel exuded exquisite charm and elegance. The super welcoming staff went above and beyond to accommodate all my needs. Thank you for an unforgettable stay!

How friendly and helpful each staff member were

The people working at Tin Suites were very welcoming, kind and helpful. The location is perfect. We had a wonderful stay there.

Everything here is a 10/10 Location is great Room was beautiful and clean. Service was excellent. 100% recommend.

Their staff were friendly and helpful. The room's design was beautiful and cozy.

Stayed in December Staff are excellent and lean over backwards to help. Accommodation I was everything required and was qyiet even though it’s a busy location with lots of good bars and restaurants to choose from. Location is fantastic for all the big tourist sites, no more than 15 minutes even for pier for Bosporus cruises or the Topkapi palace. Would be my first choice when I return to Istanbul.

Overall a pretty great experience! Last minute booking took us to this property because of the high scores on Booking.com. The rooms in the hotel are large compared to others I've stayed in across Europe and impeccably clean. They're also tastefully decorated, and the bathrooms have heated floors. The towels were fresh and fluffy and the water hot. High point...the extra bottles of water put in the rooms by housekeeping. The location is super awesome right up from the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. We only ate breakfast one out of the three days I paid for the meal, mostly due to being totally exhausted. The offering is a prix fix with some cheeses (nothing offensive), Nutella, butter, bread, salami, and two eggs cooked in a hot pan. A little too much oil on the eggs, but everything tasted fresh. For other meals...a multitude of restaurants in the immediate area, mostly serving the same things but that is okay with us because we like Tavuk Şiş. The staff outside these restaurants will remember you and try to goad you into coming in for a bite which is part of the fun of the interaction. Recommend the Barbeque House just a stone's throw away.

If you have trouble with stairs, this isn't the property for you. The stairwell is steep and windy, exactly 47 steps to my third-floor hotel room. This isn't so much a "didn't like" but more informing others that the hotel lacks an elevator. The water for the shower had trouble maintaining a consistent temperature ie. it would get hot and then somewhat cold and then hot again. Also, one of the front desk clerks attempted to take a picture of my passport with WhatsApp and I had to politely stop that from happening. I was later afforded the opportunity to bring the passports back down and presented them to a different staff member so a win there.

Excellent locatio as it is walking distance to the Hagia Sophia mosque and the Blue mosque, superb hospitality, great room; shortly, we were very satisfied with overall services and we ll stay surely there when we ll visit istanbul :)

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The location is the best part about this property , it’s near many attractions and restaurants. The room was clean , the staff were helpful and kind , the breakfast was simple .

I went end of November and Istanbul was pretty cold , the heating system, an Ac, was not really working, better said heating up ( the staff told me to put it on 30 degrees and it’ll heat up the room) , any away , this is my only issue about the place , other than that can’t complain .

The staff was amazing.

Close to all sites

TV was not working.

A nice,and beautiful hotel,right in the heart of old Istanbul,2 steps from Hagia Sofia,with a nice and clean room,with a luxury bathroom,and the bigest bed that i ever saw in a hotel,i can see the big amount of work that they put in the stageing of the room,olso in the materials used for the bathroom,olso the paintings from the room and from the restaurant were amaizing and i love the fact that they exposed the paints from the same painter,well i can truly say that the hotel is a step in to the luxury class of the hotels,i felt safe beeing there,and i do hope it will continue in the same maner of services,..i felt the love that they have put in this hotel,a well designed hotel

Good location…

No elevator

Great location close to many of the must see activities and the tram stop is just a few minutes walk away. Apartment itself was excellent, room size was great and a little balcony, although we didn't spend much time on it. Too much to do in the city. Loved the way that the apartment had been renovated in a very stylish fashion with high quality fixtures and fittings. Highly recommended when visiting Istanbul.

Not much. Breakfast was good although repetitive but we changed it about on a few days and the staff were happy to serve us alternative choices, so all good.

The decor and condition of the hotel was excellent. The staff were super friendly and helpful. We added breakfast, which was nice. The stairs kept us fit.

The terrace would be so much nicer with more comfortable seating. It also needed a bit of a clean, especially the seats, which we cleaned so we could use them.

Location people and room were wonderful

Breakfast could be better - more varied and restaurant could cater better for vegetarians and be a little more extensive. Could serve alcohol to tourists

Everything was exceptional ! The staff is very friendly and open to help you with every problem (if you have any), the breakfast is delicious, the tea, coffee. The hotel is very close to the points of interest in Istanbul, the street is quiet. We will definitely come back because a few days were not enough and we will definitely choose the same hotel. Teşekkürler !

Staff were so helpful and pleasant. Travelled alot in Europe and these rooms are much bigger than most . Rooms are very well designed and furnished. Restaurant is solid. Location is prime. Loved the hectic neighborhood vibe.

The breakfast takes a bit of getting used to, because it's a local breakfast. But still enjoyable. The location is perfect, very close to Basilica Cisterna, Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. A sort walk to the T1 tram stop.

There was a mix up on checkout. Apparently we had been undercharged and they needed some more money. However at this stage we were in the taxi to the airport and had used up most of the local currency just saving enough for the taxi. This meant having to use a credit card machine and suffer an 11% handling charge on the small underpayment. It should all have been sorted out at checkout.

Spacious rooms and comfortable bed. Staff were very kind.

Lovely breakfast, kind and helpful staff, easy location for all of the tourist spots. Room was comfortable and view from balcony was great.

Our room was on the top floor and we had a great view over the Bosporus and the Aya Sofya! Each and every member of the staff was always friendly, helping and caring! We enjoyed our stay at Tin Suites and can definitely recommend it!

Room was excellent. Wonderful Staff! Brilliant Breakfast! Great location!

Good space. In the middle of all the tourist bits! Clean. Helpful staff. Good value

Hot water didn’t work for two of the days we stayed. Really put a damper on the trip. BUT would stay again.

The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was simple but had everything as described. Nice balcony with partial views or Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. The room turn down was good- towels changed, fresh bottles of water provided, bed made up.

The breakfast was ok although misisng veg & fruits. Although the room appeared clean at the first sight, when I kneeled down searching for my hair band which fell under the bed, I was shocked - the amount of dust under the bed on the wooden flooring was horrendous. Out of curiosity I then also looked under the TV table and it was same view - huge flakes of dust. Clearly it has not been cleaned properly in those areas since looong time.

Nice room, very good location

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Located on a quiet street surrounded buy all of the hustle and bustle of the city, Walkable to most iconic attractions. Staff was friendly and super helpful. Breakfast was good. Highly recommend.

The location is perfect for me. It only takes a few minutes walk to several places- Basilica cistern, Blue Mosque, Haiga Sophia.... Ali and Ardnan are very friendly and helpful. The room is very clean and comfortable. Highly recommended.

One of the best properties in Sultanahmet! Amazing staff, wonderful views, and spacious rooms. The wifi worked well and it was quiet throughout our five day stay. A great location, within walking distance of all of the best activities in Istanbul. The bathroom was amazing! A rainwater shower with lots of pressure and hot water. Bed was large and comfortable. Room was cleaned every day.

Beautiful rooms, fuss-free service, great location

The staff are kind and helpful, the breakfast is delicious and fresh, you couldn’t ask for a better location, the rooms were super clean, everything was high quality. I couldn’t believe that we were able to book this room for the price. I would absolutely stay here again. Loved that we received big water bottles in our room.

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Exceptional room, very clean and air conditioned. The bathroom was super clean. Fridge, TV safe all work and were used. The staff were very kind and polite. Wall oil framed paintings really add a high level of class to the property, the owner needs to be proud of what they have created. Nice view from the 5th floor room. The room 100% makes up for the lack of lifts!

Yes we all know , the stairs! There is no lift, it is an old building, with no where to have a lift. The staff will readily help you carry your luggage, and just plan things carefully before you descend! If you can’t do stairs ask for the lower level rooms. Breakfast monotonous but can ask for alternative - just ask.

The location was excellent. It is within walking distance to many attractions. I can even take a nap and a shower in between the visits. Restaurants and shops are abundant and nearby. Staff was friendly and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable.

Everything was within our expectations. Not quite used to all the cats jumping up on the chairs while having my meals and lying around though they were cute. The variety of food choice on the menu could be better.

Excellent room with good aircon.

As mentioned by a lot of people the stairs are steep but can't be helped as it's an old building.

Great location - walking distance to all major attractions. All staff at the hotel were friendly and helpful.

Very good location. Room was neat and clean. The staff was helpful. We were offered drink when arrived which was a nice gesture.

The default breakfast platter had only Cheese when asked for vegetarian options so we opted for custom items next day (gozleme). This is more of Individual choice but no complaint to chef/kitchen.

We booked a room with a balcony. While this was up the very top of the stairs, the room was very nice but the views from the balcony were something I will remember. A beuatiful view over Istanbul and Hagi Sophia. A nice breakfast in the morning also.

Lots of stairs for some but nothing we couldnt handle.

Great location, lovely room, and spacious ensuite. No noise from the street. Very nice Turkish breakfast to set you up for the day. Staff very helpful. Would recommend staying here.

Quite a few stairs if you are on the upper floors.

Location was fantastic! A short walk to the Cistern, Blue Mosque, Bazar etc. staff were helpful and the beds were very comfortable!

It was really well laid out, the colour scheme was calming with nods to traditional culture but also very modern. It was close to the main cultural square and good places to eat.

Can’t think of anything we didn’t like!

Everything was amazing and I highly recommand this place! It is situated near city center and tram station, very close to important places to visit and easy to get to other significant places in the city. The room was exacly like in the photos, everything was clean, nice and cozy, they made sure we always have some bottles of water in the room and the breakfast was really good. The staff was always friendly and ready to help with anything you need, giving good recommandations and agree to take care of our bags even after the check-out. They took care of all details in order to make their visitors happy. And it has a very good price for all these facilities and atmosphere. I truly recommand this to everyone looking for a great spot to spend a city break in the amazing Istanbul!

Everything was good, I would come back anytime!

Staff were very helpful. The location was great and the room was very clean and spacious.

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We read the location was good and had seen the incredible google reviews so booked. We had the king room and our son and girlfriend the queen with balcony. The only negative about this place is the stairs - however we were on the 2nd floor and son was on the 5th! The location is fabulous - only minutes walk from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sofia. We also walked to the Gelata Tower from here - a little bit longer. The terrace on the Queen room was amazingly big and they bought us extra chairs. Was nice at the end of the day to relax there with a kebab rather than going out for dinner! Also it’s a traffic free street so peace and quiet! The rooms, the linen, the bed, the staff, breakfast - everything was amazing. An Oasis in the city!

The location of the hotel is fantastic if you want to stay in Sultanahmet area. Most of the famous attractions are within comfortable walking distance. Tram station Gülhane is a walk down the slope and Sultanahmet station is above a small slope. The room is very comfortable and clean, with great facilities provided. The lack of amenities (bar, terrace etc.) due to the size of the hotel is definitely made up by their comfortable room.

There's no lift as mentioned by other reviewers but hotel staff does help bring your luggage up the stairs. The breakfast is okay.

The hotel is situated at the heart of the old city, 3 to 5 minute's walk to Hagia Sophia, the Cistern, the Museum of Archaeology, the big mosques, the port of Marmara, and also the Grand Bazaar. I had a room with a king-size bed all to myself and it was heaven. Marble floor and part hardwood, new furniture, face bricks on two walls giving the room a fancy touch, slippers provided, toiletries, safe, mini fridge, decent AC, great shower.

on the 5th floor I had a little view of the Hagia Sofia and a bit of the Marmara Sea but at the cost that I had to climb the stairs several times a day. You cannot pick exactly what you want for breakfast as they serve you the same thing on a small tray every day. Therefore not a great variety.

Room was very clean and spacious. Nice bathroom. Like the photos. Location is very good. Busy enough, quiet enough. Good value. Staff were very nice and polite.

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Amazing attentive service. Staff is amazing. Breakfast was unvididually served!

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The hotel was great. High quality interiors, very nice and clean. The staff is the best, and the breakfast is big and delicious. You can reach all tourist attractions by foot which is very convenient, too.

Excellent location, great team and very nice stay. I recommend

Great location, service and very good rooms

Lot of stairs to go up, but they help with luggage

Everything, the location, the facility, the breakfast, and the staff. Will definitely stay again when in Istanbul.

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fantastic location, staff, property and breakfast. amazing comfortable bed. i would stay again!

our first room had a broken air conditioner so we had a terribly uncomfortable first night and had to keep all the windows open during a very hot summer night. but they were able to give us a new room with a great aircon and then it was all better from there.

Service, facility, people, location

Only the stairs can get tired, but you know that before you book it

Great location, really comfortable bed and amazing rooftop balcony.

This hotel completely exceeded my expectations! Lovely, friendly staff, great location and the room was large and very comfortable. The breakfast was also amazing!

The location is amazing- 5 mins walking distance to Blue mosque, Hagia Sofia, hammams, tram station and Grand Bazaar. 15-30 minute downhill walk to Spice Market and Port/ Galata bridge. Lots of restaurants and cafes nearby. Breakfast is reasonably priced at the hotel compared to nearby restaurants. Staff were friendly and helpful, including helping with bags up the stairs. The room was always clean and cool to come back to after a long day of sightseeing/ shopping.

Perfect hotel located near the mosques square in Sultanahmet and the most important thing related to location, it has good soundproof . Spacious room with new and cozy furniture, huge and comfortable bed, cleaning up the room was done every day. Traditional breakfast was delicious and staff very gentle. We can recommend Tin Suites as the best hotel in the old city.

Location is amazing - less than 5 mins to Sophia Mosque - 10 mins walk to Grand Bazaar. Staff - wonderfully friendly and accommodating. Surrounded by restaurants, bars and shops. We booked the room with the balcony - stunning views of the neighbourhood.

Room with balcony was slightly small - balcony huge. As others have said - stairs to the top give you a good workout!

Location, room, breakfast, staff. Couldn’t have had a better experience at this hotel. Highly recommend!

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The room itself was quite fine and the location is perfect.

I asked the hotel to organize a private transfer for my wife and me from IST Airport to the hotel as they had offered in the following terms: Dear Fatih Zabun, Thank you for selecting our exquisite hotel, TIN Suites, for your upcoming visit. We are genuinely delighted for the opportunity to host you and ensure that your time in Istanbul exceeds all expectations. As part of our unwavering dedication to providing exemplary service, our Reception Team is poised to assist you in every possible way. Outlined below are the personalized services we extend, each tailored to enhance your experience with us, available at an additional cost: Airport Pick-up & Drop-off Transfer Chauffeured Car Rental Service Exclusive Bosphorus Tours Any Other Requirements As you prepare for your journey, we extend our best wishes for a pleasant flight and eagerly anticipate the privilege of welcoming you to our hotel. Warm regards. Tin Suites However, upon arriving at the meeting point, a young man took care of us. He confirmed that it was indeed me and then quickly typed on his phone with his two fingers without saying anything. After a few moments, I asked where our vehicle was, and he replied while continuing to tap on his phone with his two fingers that he was looking for the car. Finally, after a few seconds, he told me we needed to wait 5 minutes. My wife and I, tired from our flight, sat down on a bench about 3 meters away to wait. The young man disappeared. After more than 5 minutes, I got up to look for him and found him at the previous meeting point. I approached him and asked what was going on. He got up somewhat flustered and quickly told us the car was ready. He started walking without offering any help to take our suitcases, still tapping on his phone. In fact, we noticed he was simply playing a game. I stumbled with my suitcase at one point, and only then did he ask if I wanted help. Disgusted by this shoddy service, I told him no.

We absolutely loved our stay at Tin Suites! The location is so convenient! Central to all the main tourist attractions and not far from a tram stop which makes getting about very easy. The hotel is well maintained and up to standards. The staff at the hotel are very friendly. Definitely recommend tin suites for your visit

We had a lovely stay. The only thing to notice it that there’s no elevator in the hotel but the staff will take your luggage. Breakfast is 100% worth it and the location is in one of the best neighborhoods in Istanbul, 200m from Hagia Sophia and the Grand Bazar. There is an also great Hammam right across the hotel that is open until 12:30 pm. Would 100% recommend.

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The room was exceptionally clean and matched the pictures perfectly. We received excellent service from the staff, who were always willing to go the extra mile. The king-sized bed was incredibly comfortable. The bathroom was stunning. The hotel and the room was very quiet and peaceful which surprised us because it's right in the centre of everything. Breakfast was fantastic, with enjoyable variations each day, and the coffee was nice and strong. We also received large bottles of water every day. Overall we really enjoyed our stay at this hotel and I would recommend it to anyone visiting Istanbul.

There was a little noise from the mosque in the early mornings but you can barely hear it which is impressive because it's so close to the Blue Mosque.

Great location, nice rooms, friendly staff, delicious breakfast

My stay at Tin Suites was nothing short of dreamy! It truly felt like I was living at a spa! I was in Istanbul for a short trip only so wanted to stay close to major sights like Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque - the property is right down the street from them, yet its still very quite in the rooms. The level of service is wonderful too - no elevator but they carried up my heavy suitcase for me which I really appreciated. I didn't partake in breakfast this time as I wanted to try as many places as possible in my short time, but they have their own restaurant right on the ground floor which looked lovely! I typically never stay right in a tourist district but I loved my stay here so much that I'll be back on my next trip!

The rooms were huge and super clean, very modern with lots of amenities. Very spacious and great location too

If I had to find any fault would just be to note there is no lift and only stairs, which was fine for us but if you have heavy luggage or struggle with access