Orient Express & Spa By Orka Hotels, Istanbul ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Hudavendigar Street No: 24, Istanbul, Turkey, 34112

Orient Express & Spa By Orka Hotels offers a 3-star experience in a historical setting with stylish colonial decor. The hotel features an indoor pool, restaurant, and bar, as well as 52 guest rooms designed for comfort. This Istanbul hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of major historical landmarks.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms range from standard to family suites, accommodating up to four guests. Each room includes a kettle, LCD TV, mini-fridge, and a selection of bath products. Guests can enjoy views of the Historical Peninsula from some room types.

Dining Options

Dining options include Pino Gare Restaurant, located on the rooftop with views of Istanbul, serving Turkish and international cuisine. Guests can also visit Gloria Jean's Coffees for quality coffee and light snacks.

Leisure & Family

Recreational facilities include an indoor pool and a sauna. The lounge bar offers a peaceful space for relaxation with comfortable seating and a wide-screen TV. The hotel is designed for families, providing a friendly atmosphere throughout.

Services & Location

Orient Express & Spa By Orka Hotels features 24-hour reception and concierge services. The hotel is a 5-minute walk from Sirkeci train station, allowing for easy access to local transportation including buses and trams. Major attractions like Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque are within short distances.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Landscape view

Shower

Heating

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Superior Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Landscape view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Landscape view

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Istanbul700 m

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 43.8 km

Istanbul (IST) 45.7 km

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station600 m

Underground

Halic 1.4 km

Vezneciler 1.6 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkelling
Cycling
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Shops/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Snack bar
Outdoor dining area
Dinner
Packed lunches
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Plunge pool
Indoor swimming pool
Karaoke
Live entertainment
Night club
BBQ facilities
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Open-air bath
Public Bath
Make up services

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Hudavendigar Street No: 24, Istanbul, Turkey, 34112

Map view

street view

Hudavendigar Street No: 24, Istanbul, Turkey, 34112

City landmarks

Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum

780 m

Mosque

Blue Mosque

1.2 km

Alemdar Mahallesi

Basilica Cistern

680 m

Square

Sultanahmet District

1.1 km

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

1.5 km

Museum

Topkapi Palace

1.1 km

Museum

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

690 m

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

690 m

Bridge

Galata Bridge

1.1 km

Historic Areas of Istanbul

810 m

Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet

TGC Press Media Museum

770 m

Mosque

Little Hagia Sophia

1.5 km

Monument

Serpent Column

1.1 km

Torun Sok.

Mosaic Museum

1.2 km

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu

Cagaloglu Hamami

600 m

Mosque

Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque

1.3 km

Museum

Hagia Irene

740 m

Gallery

Dolmabahce Palace

3.4 km

Binbirdirek

Walled Obelisk

1.1 km

Mosque

Rustem Pasha Mosque

1.1 km

Divan Yolu Caddesi

Column of Constantine

1.1 km

Gallery

Istanbul Museum of Modern Art

2.3 km

Square

Beyazit Square

1.5 km

Square

Beyazit Tower

1.6 km

Synagogue

Neve Shalom Synagogue

1.8 km

Mosque

Laleli Camii

2.3 km

Nearby

Cankurtaran Mh.

Topkapi Palace harem

530 m

Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Gulhane Park

520 m

Museum

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam

510 m

Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5

Caferaga Madrasa

440 m

Restaurants

The Coff’s Sirkeci

80 m

Hudavendigar Caddesi No:36

Can Restaurant & Cafe

100 m

Nobethane Cad. Dervisler Sk. No: 22/1 Sirkeci

Sirin Kofte

190 m

Muradiye Cad. Vezir Cikmazi Sok. No:5 Fatih Sirkeci

Big Family Kebap

170 m

Hocapasa Mah. Tayahatun Sok. No: 20 Sirkeci

Sanli Durum

180 m

Hocapasa Mahallesi

Lak Lak Fast Food

180 m

Orhaniye Cad. No:26 Sirkeci

Birlik Bufe

140 m

Hocapasa Mahallesi

Pizza de Lavia

230 m

Nobethane CD

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Friendly Staff

Great Location

Limited Storage

Dining Ambiance

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

6.8

Location

8.7

Service

8.5

Dining

7.0

4.5/5 based on 1939 reviews

#219 of 2,433 hotels in Istanbul based on Tripadvisor

Gary

United Kingdom, March 2024

8.4/10

The hotel offers pleasant, very clean, and quite spacious rooms, which are warm - a rarity in winter in Turkey. However, the experience is slightly dampened by a subpar breakfast and noise in the rooms. The rooms are bright and tastefully minimalistic decorated.

Rooms

8.0

I was impressed by the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, and their spaciousness was a nice surprise.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch with amazing and very friendly staff, especially Mr Ali, who went above and beyond to assist me. Their English proficiency was a plus.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is ideal, being very close to Sultan Ahmed Mosque and Hagia Sophia, making it perfect for exploring the sights and enjoying nearby restaurants. The room provided a retreat from the bustling market when I needed some peace and quiet.

Dining

7.0

Although the dining experience wasn't exceptional, it was still good value for money, and there was a satisfactory selection. I especially enjoyed the hot foods cooked fresh.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and fulfilled my needs during my stay.

Jeffrey

United States, March 2024

7.2/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms were clean and had air conditioning, a large bathroom, and a comfortable bed, but they were quite small and in need of renovation with scratches everywhere. Despite the complete amenities, the noise levels were extremely high, which affected my overall comfort.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were clean with complete amenities, but the noise levels were extremely high.

Service

7.0

The staff was very helpful and friendly, quickly solving our problems, although the noise from the tram made it difficult to sleep at times.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was perfect for tourism, situated in the center near all the main attractions of Istanbul and close to transportation hubs. However, being on the tram line made it noisy.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good overall, offering a nice selection of food to suit different palates. However, if staying for an extended period, breakfast could become repetitive.

Facilities

The facilities were adequate, providing all necessary services. However, the hotel could benefit from improved soundproofing to reduce the noise levels.

Hank

United States, March 2024

8.0/10

The hotel's location is fantastic, near major attractions and shops with affordable souvenirs. The rooms, though small with minimal storage, were helpful in arranging outside laundry and airport transportation. The service was brilliant, providing assistance with taxi bookings and local information, while being friendly and accommodating. The dining options, despite being in a dark cellar, offer delicious choices for vegetarians and some for vegans. Overall, a great value for money stay with friendly and helpful staff.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, while small with minimal storage space, were helpful in handling outside laundry and arranging airport transportation.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, very helpful with everything, including taxi arrangements and local information, though it might seem a bit odd at times.

Location

8.0

The hotel is situated on 'tram street,' close to Gulhane train station and within walking distance to major attractions and shopping areas. However, the hotel could improve by having clearer signage to make it easier to locate.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience, although in a dark cellar, offers delicious options for vegetarians and some for vegans. More variety would have been appreciated.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities and services, including room service, dry cleaning, and airport shuttle. However, it could enhance the dining ambiance by utilizing the beautiful rooftop view for meals.

Friendly Staff

Limited Storage

Mark

United Kingdom, March 2024

7.0/10

The hotel's location is prime, near many attractions and transportation. The rooms are small and tight, but the service is superb even in the confined space. Dining options were a bit monotonous. Overall, good value for money with some limitations.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms are smaller than expected and a bit tight. It's a challenge to use the wardrobe without moving luggage around.

Service

8.0

The staff was very attentive and friendly, ensuring a great experience despite the small rooms.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is excellent, near public transportation, old Istanbul attractions, and shops.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was slightly disappointing with limited options and monotony in offerings.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities like swimming pool and sauna were available but not standout features.

Martin

United Kingdom, November 2023

6.8/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. While the rooms were small and lacked the wow factor, the French balcony was a nice touch. Unfortunately, there was mold present, and it didn't match the room we expected. The service, on the other hand, was exceptional, especially from Mr Turgay, who was always friendly and ready to help. The central location was perfect for exploring the city but being near a busy street and mosque with loud calls to prayer had its drawbacks. The dining experience, though with a good variety of dishes, was marred by being located in a dark cellar instead of enjoying the beautiful rooftop view. Overall, an okay value for the money spent.

Rooms

5.0

The room was small, had mold, and didn't match our expectations, but the French balcony was a nice touch.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, especially from Mr Turgay. Always friendly and helpful.

Location

7.0

The central location was great for exploring the city but being near a busy street and loud mosque calls to prayer had its drawbacks.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience, despite a good variety of dishes, was underwhelming due to the dark cellar location instead of the promised rooftop with a view.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities were decent overall, but the location of the dining area was a drawback.

Glenn

United States, November 2023

9.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The staff was incredibly helpful and the rooms were clean and well-stocked. The location was very central and ideal for exploring the main attractions of the city. The dining experience was varied, though some items could have been better. Overall, a great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

From the minute I walked into the room, I felt the staff had prepared everything exceptionally well. The room was very clean and well-stocked, even had slippers available.

Service

9.0

The receptionists and maid were very helpful in ensuring I had everything I needed and even sorted ongoing transport. The service overall was incredible.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was very central, making it easy to reach all the main attractions. Perfect for a short stay to see the city's main sights within walking distance.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was quite rich with a good variety of products. However, the quality of some items like cereals and yogurt could be improved.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel had great facilities that added to the overall comfort of the stay.