Sirkeci Mansion Hotel

This hotel is a gem! Bang in the middle of the old district and overlooking Gulhane Park. The tram stop is right at the end of the street. Our room was spacious and spotless, and the cleaner left Turkish Delight each day for us. The staff are charming and welcoming, and catered for my gluten free needs each morning at breakfast. We made use of the Hamman, sauna and swimming pool in the basement, which was great. When we left all of the staff came out onto the street to wave us off, which was such a lovely touch. I can't recommend the hotel highly enough, so five stars all round.

This is my home in Istanul for life! I stayed at the Sirkeci Mansion Hotel last year several times and loved it. For that reason, I booked several rooms in November and December for myself and several foreign guests from several countries. We all loved Sirkeci Mansion. Everything you read is true. All the basics are covered… extremely clean… great location close to metro and tram…. safe… and responsive to all needs but this is the story that has made Sirkeci Mansion my home in Istanbul from now on. One unexpected foreign guest decided to attend our event just a few days before the event. For that reason, she was unable to book a room at Sirkeci. She booked a nearby hotel. On the day of the event, this attendee intended to meet our group at Sirkeci and head to Istanbul University with us as a group. Unfortunately, our communication got crossed up and she arrived at Sirkeci after our group had already left. She was very upset after traveling so far to attend the event. NOW… This is what makes Sirkeci Mansion so exceptional… One of the staff members ( I wish I remembered his name )… took it upon himself not to just explain to this person how to get to Istanbul University… That would have been enough but he went WAY beyond the call of duty and actually escorted her using the tram to the university to ensure she got there ok and quickly. This person was not even staying at Sirkeci! The staff/ownership…. everyone associated with this hotel take guests on as extended family:)))) Many hotels in Turkiye say this but Sirkeci lives it. Sirkeci is now my family when I am in Istanbul and I refuse to stay anywere else. This is the BEST hotel I have ever stayed in… and as a side note (My father in law…now deceased… was the vice-president of Holiday Inns so I’ve been in some pretty nice hotels with my wife who is very choosy over the years). STAY AT SIRKECI MANSION!!!! You will not go wrong here and if full… ask for other hotels with the same owner…. This is the absolute best home away from home in Istanbul!!! I’d give them a million stars if I could… When I left this time for home (Canada)… I was actually sad to leave the staff of the hotel. They came out and waved goodbye… truly family away from home and I miss them… BUT I know I will see them again because when the basics are covered (and they are)…. it is the staff that make a place feel ‘right’. This staff is exceptional… They are the best I’ve ever run into… in any country…. So…. don’t read any more reviews and don’t even consider staying anywhere else. I know this beautiful hotel in the heart of Istanbul will be your home too once you stay here. I should try to keep it a secret lol.. but they are family now and I will support them as such… Have a great time in Istanbul! -Dr. Williamson

Excellent service and a beautiful, historic hotel. Location was very convenient both in terms of nearby sights (right next to Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, Archaeology Museums, and many more) and access to public transit (the Tram and Marmaray stations are right next door). Service was outstanding and loved the breakfast spread as well. The manager, Mr. Okay, was very friendly and knew a lot about the history of the building and neighborhood.

I stayed here for 3 nights in late November 2023. I chose this hotel based on location, reviews and the fact the hotel had elevators. While the rooms very not luxurious they were more than adequate, the bed was comfortable and the room and hotel were very clean. Our room came with free breakfast and we found it fantastic with a wide assortment of options. The entire staff was very friendly and helped us with directions and answered any questions we had. One highpoint was as we were leaving the hotel for our cruise ship many of the staff came outside and waved a farewell. We felt so special and cared of. Kind of what you may expect from a movie.

This hotel is a gem! Bang in the middle of the old district and overlooking Gulhane Park. The tram stop is right at the end of the street. Our room was spacious and spotless, and the cleaner left Turkish Delight each day for us. The staff are charming and welcoming, and catered for my gluten free needs each morning at breakfast. We made use of the Hamman, sauna and swimming pool in the basement, which was great. When we left all of the staff came out onto the street to wave us off, which was such a lovely touch. I can't recommend the hotel highly enough, so five stars all round.

This is my home in Istanul for life! I stayed at the Sirkeci Mansion Hotel last year several times and loved it. For that reason, I booked several rooms in November and December for myself and several foreign guests from several countries. We all loved Sirkeci Mansion. Everything you read is true. All the basics are covered… extremely clean… great location close to metro and tram…. safe… and responsive to all needs but this is the story that has made Sirkeci Mansion my home in Istanbul from now on. One unexpected foreign guest decided to attend our event just a few days before the event. For that reason, she was unable to book a room at Sirkeci. She booked a nearby hotel. On the day of the event, this attendee intended to meet our group at Sirkeci and head to Istanbul University with us as a group. Unfortunately, our communication got crossed up and she arrived at Sirkeci after our group had already left. She was very upset after traveling so far to attend the event. NOW… This is what makes Sirkeci Mansion so exceptional… One of the staff members ( I wish I remembered his name )… took it upon himself not to just explain to this person how to get to Istanbul University… That would have been enough but he went WAY beyond the call of duty and actually escorted her using the tram to the university to ensure she got there ok and quickly. This person was not even staying at Sirkeci! The staff/ownership…. everyone associated with this hotel take guests on as extended family:)))) Many hotels in Turkiye say this but Sirkeci lives it. Sirkeci is now my family when I am in Istanbul and I refuse to stay anywere else. This is the BEST hotel I have ever stayed in… and as a side note (My father in law…now deceased… was the vice-president of Holiday Inns so I’ve been in some pretty nice hotels with my wife who is very choosy over the years). STAY AT SIRKECI MANSION!!!! You will not go wrong here and if full… ask for other hotels with the same owner…. This is the absolute best home away from home in Istanbul!!! I’d give them a million stars if I could… When I left this time for home (Canada)… I was actually sad to leave the staff of the hotel. They came out and waved goodbye… truly family away from home and I miss them… BUT I know I will see them again because when the basics are covered (and they are)…. it is the staff that make a place feel ‘right’. This staff is exceptional… They are the best I’ve ever run into… in any country…. So…. don’t read any more reviews and don’t even consider staying anywhere else. I know this beautiful hotel in the heart of Istanbul will be your home too once you stay here. I should try to keep it a secret lol.. but they are family now and I will support them as such… Have a great time in Istanbul! -Dr. Williamson