The And Hotel Istanbul - Special Class

The And Hotel Istanbul - Special Class — Istanbul, Turkiye

The And Hotel Istanbul - Special Class is a small, traditional mid-range hotel in the heart of Sultanahmet in Istanbul, Turkiye.

Address: Yerebatan Cad. No:18 Sultanahmet, Istanbul. Property ID: 1047739.

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Axel's take: 8.7/10

Choose it for doorstep sightseeing, welcoming staff and rooftop views—not spacious rooms. A small, traditional mid-range hotel in the heart of Sultanahmet, scored for what it is.

The And is a small, traditional mid-range hotel whose strongest feature is its position beside Istanbul’s headline sights. Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern are practically on the doorstep, and the rooftop restaurant delivers wide Old City views. Tripadvisor and Expedia guests repeatedly praise helpful staff and clean rooms. It’s a strong pick for first-time visitors who want to spend their days exploring rather than commuting.

The trade-off is compact accommodation: rooms and showers can feel tight, and some furnishings look dated. Several guests mention the early call to prayer, so light sleepers should come prepared. Recent Tripadvisor reviews also place breakfast downstairs, not on the panoramic terrace—don’t book expecting breakfast with that view. We’d skip it if spacious rooms, contemporary design or dependable quiet are priorities.

• Best for: First-time Istanbul visitors; Couples on sightseeing breaks; Travelers prioritizing walkability

• Watch out for: Compact rooms and showers; Early call to prayer; Breakfast may be downstairs, not on the rooftop

• Location: Excellent for walking to Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern and other Sultanahmet sights.

• Rooms: Traditional and generally comfortable, but compact; book a specified panoramic category if views matter.

• Cleanliness: A consistent strength across Tripadvisor and Expedia guest feedback.

• Service: Warm, helpful staff are repeatedly praised, particularly for sightseeing advice and arrangements.

• Amenities: Rooftop restaurant, free Wi-Fi and air conditioning; the views are the standout extra.

• Fees and surprises: Airport transfers cost extra; confirm breakfast inclusion and where it is served.

Axel's opinion of The And Hotel Istanbul - Special Class, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Booking.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About The And Hotel Istanbul - Special Class

• Property type: Hotel
• Yerebatan Cad. No:18 Sultanahmet, Istanbul
• Hotel policies: Parking (off site): €10 per car per night; Extra bed: €20 per guest per night; Cot: free; Early check-in or late check-out: €40
• Amenities: Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Airport transportation, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Wheelchair access to restaurant, Free Wi-Fi
• Check-in from: 14:00
• Check-out by: 12:00
• City page: Hotels in Istanbul

Room types

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Standard Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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Standard Double room with garden view (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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Standard Twin room (twin beds)

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Standard Twin room with garden view (twin beds)

• Beds: twin beds
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Triple room

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Triple room with garden view

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Double room with sea view (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
• Room features: With view
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Panoramic Double room (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
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Panoramic Double room with sea view (full double bed)

• Beds: full double bed
• Panoramic Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 1
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• Panoramic Double room with sea view (full double bed) — room photo 3

Panoramic Twin room (twin beds)

• Beds: twin beds
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Panoramic Twin room with sea view (twin beds)

• Beds: twin beds
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