The family, the street, the rooms

Meet the family behind Turna Hotel, get to know our neighbourhood in Küçük Ayasofya and take a closer look at the rooms before you arrive.

The story behind Turna Hotel

Turna Hotel is independently run by our family. We take care of the rooms ourselves, welcome our guests in person and are always here to answer your questions throughout your stay.

The hotel takes its name from the turna, the crane that travels great distances yet always finds its way back to the same resting place. It felt like the right name for a hotel welcoming travellers from around the world, in a city that has been doing the same for centuries.

Our hospitality is simple and personal. We are always happy to recommend a local place to eat, help you plan your way around the city or answer any questions that might make your stay a little easier.

Now that you've met the family behind Turna Hotel, let us introduce you to the street we call home.

In the heart of historic Istanbul

Some of Istanbul's most iconic landmarks are just a short walk from Turna Hotel. Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace are all nearby, while our location in Küçük Ayasofya offers a quieter place to stay, just five minutes from the heart of Sultanahmet.

Illustrated map of Turna Hotel's neighbourhood, next to Little Hagia Sophia and Hagia Sophia, Sultanahmet

The Neighbourhood

Around Little Hagia Sophia

Set beside Little Hagia Sophia, Turna Hotel is surrounded by the narrow streets and everyday rhythm of one of Istanbul's oldest neighbourhoods. Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace are all within easy walking distance, while the Sea of Marmara is only a short walk away.

5 min walk · Hagia Sophia

2–3 min walk · the sea (Marmara)

The Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace are close enough to walk to as well — same historic quarter, a few streets over, not a taxi ride.

Find us

Küçük Ayasofya, Akburçak Sk. No:16, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul

Exact address above, and a direct link to get you there below. Message us if your driver needs the Turkish spelling.

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The street itself

Küçük Ayasofya is as much a working neighbourhood as a historic one — small tea houses, family-run shops, and the mosque the street is named after, all a short walk from the water. By evening it sounds less like a coach tour and more like the call to prayer and the gulls coming off the Marmara.

That's the neighbourhood. Now, the eight rooms you'd actually be staying in.

A Room to suit Every Stay

Every room includes air conditioning, a private bathroom and a TV. The layout and size vary from room to room, with options for two or three guests and a choice of double or king-size beds.

Classic

10m² · 2 guests · 1 double bed

The Classic, our most compact room, is a comfortable choice for solo travellers or short city breaks. Quiet and thoughtfully arranged, it offers convenient access to the street.

Comfort

13m² · 2 guests (standard) · 1 double bed

The Comfort is a step up from the Classic, with 13m² of thoughtfully arranged space — enough room to settle in and unpack with ease, and a good fit for a slightly longer stay.

Travelling as three? Ask us — an extra bed may be possible depending on the dates.

Deluxe

14m² · 2 guests · 1 King bed

Along with the Superior, the Deluxe is one of only two room types with a king-size bed. Its 14m² layout offers extra space to settle in and relax comfortably.

City

15m² · 2 guests · 1 double bed

The City is our most spacious room for two guests, offering 15m² and extra space to sit, unwind and make yourself comfortable.

Superior

17m² · 3 guests · King bed + sofa bed

The Superior is a popular choice for families, offering 17m² of space, a king-size bed and a sofa bed for a third guest. As there are only two Superior rooms, early booking is recommended during the high season.

Eight rooms. Five kinds. Family-run.

Not sure which one fits?

Tell us your dates and how many of you there are, and we'll tell you which rooms are actually free — not just which ones exist on paper.