Located in tourist trap central, this is not a four star hotel. Upon arrival I was hustled by the cab company and intervening hotel staff, not even in the building yet. Once inside I was greeted with an attempt to sell me an overpriced ride back to the airport and brochures for overpriced excursions I didn’t even ask about. Haven’t even checked me in at this point. The room was large, clean’ish and had a great view; half hearted repair work throughout. Cracked glass, cracked tiles, some of which was attempted to be repaired leaving behind clumps of silicone; really bad look. Very thin walls, the room was either hot or cold but never comfortable. The bed was rock hard. Electrical problems throughout my stay; the lights would come on randomly for no reason and when they’re off, the lights buzz and flicker anyway. This ruined my sleep. The breakfast was underwhelming and bland. Just because someone presses the elevator button for you does not make it a four star hotel. Staff was not helpful. Any advice they gave was false, misleading and seemed to only be another attempt to rip me off. The only two redeeming qualities are the view and location. It’s a short walk to the major sites and countless restaurants, all of which serving the exact same menu. Very disappointing all around.

Excellent location, walkable to Blue and Haiga Sophia Mosque, Cagaloglu Hamani Turquish Bath, Bazzar and restaurants are nearby and dont forget the restaurant located in the hotel spectacular vies to the mosques.

Located in tourist trap central, this is not a four star hotel. Upon arrival I was hustled by the cab company and intervening hotel staff, not even in the building yet. Once inside I was greeted with an attempt to sell me an overpriced ride back to the airport and brochures for overpriced excursions I didn’t even ask about. Haven’t even checked me in at this point. The room was large, clean’ish and had a great view; half hearted repair work throughout. Cracked glass, cracked tiles, some of which was attempted to be repaired leaving behind clumps of silicone; really bad look. Very thin walls, the room was either hot or cold but never comfortable. The bed was rock hard. Electrical problems throughout my stay; the lights would come on randomly for no reason and when they’re off, the lights buzz and flicker anyway. This ruined my sleep. The breakfast was underwhelming and bland. Just because someone presses the elevator button for you does not make it a four star hotel. Staff was not helpful. Any advice they gave was false, misleading and seemed to only be another attempt to rip me off. The only two redeeming qualities are the view and location. It’s a short walk to the major sites and countless restaurants, all of which serving the exact same menu. Very disappointing all around.

Very good location , near to many landmarks. Friendly staff

All of the above plus view from room and dining room/bar view

Located in a very convenient area.

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul is an exquisite hotel with amazing services and accommodation. The hotel is a walkable distance from some of the major attractions such as Hagia Sofia, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar. It is also close to a lot of restaurants offering different varieties and delicacies. The staff is very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful to their customers. They were great at providing us with information on tours and guides to the different parts of the city. I specially want to shoutout the bellboy Emir who was very helpful throughout our stay. He provided us with information about the city and was kind enough to lend his bus pass for travel from the European to the Asian side. This is an amazing hotel that I will definitely book for my next visit to Istanbul.

Great stay

The customer service is great, the hotel views and location is the best. The property it's a little old but suitable. Take advantage of the free turkish bath and sauna.

Very convenient location. Walkable to all main sites

The hotel is conveniently located near the Sultanehmet square so you can walk to the blue mosque or hagia sophie whenever you like. The room was good sized, they were cleaned daily. It had air conditioning, fridge with free drinks but no refils. Staff were lovely and spoke fluent English. The view from the room was amazing and having breakfast on the 9th floor with views of the city was breathtaking. Highly recommend.

The hotel is conveniently located near the Sultanehmet square so you can walk to the blue mosque or hagia sophie whenever you like. The room was good sized, they were cleaned daily. It had air conditioning, fridge with free drinks but no refils. Staff were lovely and spoke fluent English. The view from the room was amazing and having breakfast on the 9th floor with views of the city was breathtaking. Highly recommend.

Very convenient location. Walkable to all main sites

Great hotel located close to Istanbul's main attractions. The room was ok, the breakfast was delicious and the staff super helpful.

Great hotel located close to Istanbul's main attractions. The room was ok, the breakfast was delicious and the staff super helpful.

Staff were very friendly and kind. We were allocated 7th floor but cleaning was very bad. We complained to staff but nothing much was improved. Finally. We had to move 8th floor. Reception and dining staff were amazing but cleaning staff let us down. It was great to stay at Hotel Arcadia Blue. We will stay same hotel in future.

Staff were very friendly and kind. We were allocated 7th floor but cleaning was very bad. We complained to staff but nothing much was improved. Finally. We had to move 8th floor. Reception and dining staff were amazing but cleaning staff let us down. It was great to stay at Hotel Arcadia Blue. We will stay same hotel in future.

Great service

Great service

The rooms are full of bed bugs

The rooms are full of bed bugs

Great hotel in a perfect spot. Central to everything. Great rooms with comfortable bed and good AC. Have fridge in room

Great hotel in a perfect spot. Central to everything. Great rooms with comfortable bed and good AC. Have fridge in room

The hotel definitely needs improvement as far as cleanliness. The staff nice and welcoming but the hotel itself needed major improvement.

The hotel definitely needs improvement as far as cleanliness. The staff nice and welcoming but the hotel itself needed major improvement.

Loved the view of the blue mosque and golden horn. Didn't like the 5am (pre-dawn call to prayer

Loved the view of the blue mosque and golden horn. Didn't like the 5am (pre-dawn call to prayer

Best view in Istanbul! The restaurant has an outdoor terrace and overlooks the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Straight of Bosphorus, and Black Sea. Perfect way to start and end the day.

Best view in Istanbul! The restaurant has an outdoor terrace and overlooks the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Straight of Bosphorus, and Black Sea. Perfect way to start and end the day.

Great hotel, restaurant, views and staff. Highly recommend this hotel.

Great hotel, restaurant, views and staff. Highly recommend this hotel.

Staff was very friendly and helpful! Conveniently located! Restaurant was fabulous!