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Dara Hotel Istanbul

3.5 of 5
Kucuk ayasofya Mahallesi Su Terazisi Sok. No:25 Sultanahmet, Fatih, Istanbul 34122, Turkey
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Dara Hotel Istanbul
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Newcastle, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

Really regret choosing this hotel. Two single women travelling together had requested twin beds but the hotel only had 3 doubles left and they were all in tiny rooms with the side of the bed against a wall and only a couple of feet of space at the bottom so it would have meant clambering over each other to get... More

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Hastings
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15 reviews 15 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

I found this place online and it was half price, so I booked it as the reviews were not bad either. It is clean, the room was very small and next to the main street and the small Mosque, so I never had a good night sleep. It was loud most of the night, and you got woken up at... More

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Poughkeepsie, New York
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21 reviews 21 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013 via mobile

Great little gem near all the main tourist attractions in Sultanahmet. Easy walk to the Grand Bazaar. Price was right, staff was lovely. Breakfast was splendid. Rooms were small, but fine for our purposes (two 30-something girls). Did I mention the rooftop and the view?

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013 via mobile

Very Nice hotel. Close to the blue mosque, the Hagia Sofia and the Topkapi Pallace. The staff is very kind and friendly. The breakfast is not very impressive but is eaten at the lovely roof terrace. The room is clean and looks new.

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hoteldara, Director of Sales at Dara Hotel Istanbul, responded to this review
29 April 2013

Dear Valued Guest , I would like to thank you for spending the time to write above review about your accommodation at our hotel. I am happy to be acknowledged that you had a very good stay with us and you are happy for your experience. I have also informed my colleague with your nice comments in order to make... More

Boston, Massachusetts
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22 reviews 22 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

Found the Hotel Dara online and it had lovely reviews. We were 2 girls traveling for fun, so we wanted to find a place that was affordable and felt safe. This place is located in the heart of the tourist scene - minutes walk from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Has a lovely buffet breakfast every morning on the... More

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hoteldara, Director of Sales at Dara Hotel Istanbul, responded to this review
18 April 2013

Dear Valued Guest , I would like to thank you for spending the time to write above review about your accommodation at our hotel. I am happy to be acknowledged that you had a very good stay with us and you are happy for your experience. I have also informed my colleague with your nice comments in order to make... More

jeju
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

it was a start of my family trip from istanbul. and choosing this hotel turned out very nice for my family. we arrived very late about 9. but we can use pick up service for free. though we arrived at hotel late, the receptionist welcomed us very friendly and explained things about a room and some attractions near the hotel.... More

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hoteldara, Director of Sales at Dara Hotel Istanbul, responded to this review
18 April 2013

Dear Valued Guest , I would like to thank you for spending the time to write above review about your accommodation at our hotel. I am happy to be acknowledged that you had a very good stay with us and you are happy for your experience. I have also informed my colleague with your nice comments in order to make... More

Helsinki
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

We stayed in Dara for four nights in March 2013 and were very happy with the hotel. The service was friendly, breakfast nice (something a bit different, and the roof top terrace was great) and the room very clean if a bit small. The location is very good, close to all the major sights but away from the crowds. Would... More

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hoteldara, Director of Sales at Dara Hotel Istanbul, responded to this review
18 April 2013

Dear Valued Guest , I would like to thank you for spending the time to write above review about your accommodation at our hotel. I am happy to be acknowledged that you had a very good stay with us and you are happy for your experience. I have also informed my colleague with your nice comments in order to make... More

Constanta, Romania
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

I repeat my visite to Dara Hotel from Istanbul, Sultanahmet ..all last 7 months ...and what can I tell is that my first impression is now more better.... Everything is perfect for tourists in this coquette family hotel, from the location near Sokollu Camii, neat Aya Sophia, near Blue Mosque, with the magnifique panorama of Marmara Sea from the terasse... More

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hoteldara, Director of Sales at Dara Hotel Istanbul, responded to this review
18 April 2013

Dear Valued Guest , I would like to thank you for spending the time to write above review about your accommodation at our hotel. I am happy to be acknowledged that you had a very good stay with us and you are happy for your experience. I have also informed my colleague with your nice comments in order to make... More

Moscow, Russia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

My sister and I, we spent a wonderful week in Istanbul in March 2013, and Dara Hotel was giving us pleasant impressions every day - besides all emotions roused by sightseeing and athmospere of Istanbul. Many thanks to Dara Hotel management and staff - most friendly and helpful, hospitable and diligent. I'd like to underline the most positive details of... More

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hoteldara, Director of Sales at Dara Hotel Istanbul, responded to this review
18 April 2013

Dear Valued Guest , I would like to thank you for spending the time to write above review about your accommodation at our hotel. I am happy to be acknowledged that you had a very good stay with us and you are happy for your experience. I have also informed my colleague with your nice comments in order to make... More

Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Top Contributor
112 reviews 112 reviews
23 hotel reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

Well located but very weakly. The rooms are tight and the bathroom is very small indeed. To whom much bag really is a problem. The service is good, the people are helpful. My note is 5 (0 to 10). The breakfast is below average hotel in the same category (juice is not natural, etc.). But overall, if you get a... More

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Address: Kucuk ayasofya Mahallesi Su Terazisi Sok. No:25 Sultanahmet, Fatih, Istanbul 34122, Turkey
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Region: Turkey > Istanbul
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Shuttle Bus service Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #153 of 815 hotels in Istanbul
Price range (per night): INR4,610 - 22,216
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Hotel Dara is located at the heart of the Old City in Istanbul. Historically, the building was once used as a sweet Ottoman mansion, which was renovated as a Hotel in 2009. Hotel Dara has 50 seat capacity with a rooftop restaurant. Along with a team of professional staff, it offers a great opportunity for its guests to have their rich breakfast while enjoying the mystical view of the Marmara Sea and the beautiful Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque. ... more   less 
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