The Empress Theodora Hotel Ll – A Favorite for Families in Istanbul

The Empress Theodora Hotel II sits on a quiet street in Fatih, a 2-minute walk from Hagia Sophia. The Blue Mosque is 700 metres away, and Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern are within 700 metres. Guests also reach the Grand Bazaar, Arasta Bazaar, and a food street with restaurants within a short walk.

The hotel offers Deluxe Double Rooms, Deluxe Family Rooms, Deluxe Triple Rooms, and Quadruple Rooms. All rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom with free toiletries, a TV, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Some rooms provide a view of Hagia Sophia or a quiet street.

The 24-hour front desk provides concierge service, currency exchange, express check-in/check-out, and luggage storage. A paid airport shuttle is available for pick-up and drop-off, and the hotel also arranges public transport tickets and Bosphorus cruises. Daily housekeeping, laundry, dry cleaning, and ironing service are offered.

The hotel offers a range of massage services including back, couples, foot, full body, hand, head, neck, and general massage. A tour desk organizes local culture tours and provides recommendations. The rooftop terrace, accessible to all guests, gives a view of the Bosphorus and the four iconic landmarks.

Family rooms and Quadruple Rooms are available, with staff often arranging ground-floor rooms for guests with heavy luggage. The hotel allows late check-out when possible and stores bags for several days during side trips. Staff members Faruk, Halit, Khalid, and Daniel assist with special requests such as finding a room with a work desk or parking.

Location: 2-minute walk to Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque

Rooms: Deluxe Family Room with Hagia Sophia view

Services: 24-hour concierge, airport shuttle, luggage storage

Wellness: Full body, couples, and foot massage

Family: Quadruple rooms, late check-out, bag storage