Hotel Novano, Istanbul ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Akbiyik Cad. No:74 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122

Hotel Novano, a 3-star Istanbul hotel, offers a unique experience with comfortable amenities in the lively Sultanahmet district. The hotel provides free WiFi and a bistro, catering to discerning guests during their stay.

Rooms & Amenities

Hotel Novano features 18 spacious air-conditioned rooms equipped with luxurious fabrics, parquet floors, LCD televisions, and private bathrooms. Guests can enjoy complimentary tea and coffee from 17:00 until 23:00.

Dining Options

The on-site à la carte restaurant serves Turkish and international dishes along with a breakfast buffet. There are many local taverns and international restaurants within walking distance for additional dining options.

Services & Local Area

Hotel Novano offers a 24-hour front desk and provides tour/ticket assistance for nearby attractions. An airport shuttle is available to Ataturk Airport, located 9.5 miles away.

Location & Transportation

Guests will find popular landmarks such as the Blue Mosque and Sultanahmet Square, both just a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Public transport options include the Sultanahmet Tram and several bus stations within a short walking distance.

“This hotel is perfectly situated just behind the Blue Mosque, making it super convenient for visiting famous attractions like the Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia.”view full review

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Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(9.8)

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-23:59

until 11 am

Amenities

Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation might be needed) at EUR 15 per day.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

The hotel Novano serves a full breakfast for free.

Pets are not allowed.

English, German, Russian, Turkish, Ukrainian

Number of floors:4

Number of rooms:18

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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

Single Room

Max:

1 person

15 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

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Standard Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

City view

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Budget Double Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

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1 Double bed

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Istanbul900 m

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 42.7 km

Istanbul (IST) 49.5 km

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station500 m

Underground

Vezneciler 1.9 km

Halic 2.3 km

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast

The breakfast selection was a good surprise, with an impressive variety of fresh dishes. I especially loved the homemade gozeme and the endless supply of good coffee. It definitely set the mood for our busy sightseeing days.

Sarah Thompson. United Kingdom, 2024-02-15Read full review on

Cozy Common Area

I enjoyed the charming common area that included free tea and snacks. It was a great spot to unwind after a day of exploration. The ambiance felt warm and welcoming, really enhancing our experience.

JohnDoe89. Canada, 2024-06-10Read full review on

Immaculate Cleanliness

We were impressed with how spotless our room was throughout our stay. Daily housekeeping ensured everything was fresh, and we appreciated the attention to detail, such as the new towels and bottled water refills each day.

Emily White. Australia, 2024-08-20Read full review on

Well-Maintained Facilities

The bathroom was always kept clean and well-stocked with fresh toiletries. The shower had great water pressure, making it a perfect way to refresh after a long day of exploring the city.

MichaelParker. New Zealand, 2024-11-05Read full review on

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service

Dining

Snack bar
Outdoor dining area
Dinner

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games

Spa & Leisure

Live entertainment
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Patio
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

Akbiyik Cad. No:74 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122

Map view

street view

Akbiyik Cad. No:74 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34122

City landmarks

Mosque

Blue Mosque

920 m

Museum

Topkapi Palace

1.2 km

Cankurtaran Mh.

Topkapi Palace harem

1.3 km

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

2.3 km

Museum

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

860 m

Historic Areas of Istanbul

640 m

Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet

TGC Press Media Museum

710 m

Mosque

Little Hagia Sophia

740 m

Monument

Serpent Column

630 m

Mosque

Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque

870 m

Bridge

Galata Bridge

2.2 km

Museum

Hagia Irene

720 m

Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Gulhane Park

650 m

Divan Yolu Caddesi

Column of Constantine

640 m

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu

Cagaloglu Hamami

890 m

Museum

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam

740 m

Merkez Beyazit

Mausoleum of Mahmud II

710 m

Mosque

Laleli Camii

2.2 km

Square

Beyazit Square

1.9 km

Nearby

Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum

540 m

Alemdar Mahallesi

Basilica Cistern

580 m

Square

Sultanahmet District

560 m

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

520 m

Torun Sok.

Mosaic Museum

290 m

Binbirdirek

Walled Obelisk

360 m

Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5

Caferaga Madrasa

570 m

Museum

Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts

410 m

Kabasakal Cad. No:2 Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

Tomb of Sultan Ahmet

340 m

Sultanahmet Meydani

Obelisk of Theodosius

480 m

Fountain

German Fountain

460 m

Restaurants

Turgut Kebab

30 m

Akbiyik Cd. No: 64 Sultanahmet Mahallesi

Cafe Rumist

260 m

Sultan Ahmet Mahallesi

Akbiyik Kebab House & Restaurant

120 m

Akbiyik Caddesi No: 81/A Fatih

Dunya

240 m

Sultanahmet Torun Sk. No:7

Elif Cafe

150 m

Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No 2 Sultanahmet Arasta Bazaar

North Art Coffee

230 m

21 Utangac Sokak

Archive Cafe & Winehouse

300 m

Cankurtaran Mah. Keresteci Hakki Sok. No: 19 Sultanahmet - Fatih

Valley Hills Cafe & Restaurant

280 m

Cankurtaran Mah. Cankurtaran Cad. No :20/a

Sultanahmet Koftecisi

520 m

Buyukdere Cad. Astoria Alisveris Merkezi No:127 K:3 Sisli Esentepe

Meydan Borek

280 m

Cankurtaran caddesi no:11 Sultanahmet

Doy Doy Restaurant

490 m

Sifa Hamami Sok. No: 13 Sultanahmet

Tarihi Sultanahmet Koftecisi

530 m

Ortabahce Cad. Sinan Pasa Kopru Sok. No:5 Turkali

Rose Garden Mezze

740 m

Binbirdirek. mah. Peykhane. Cd. no 16 Sultanahmet binbirdirek

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

80%

liked the hotel and would stay again

8.0/10

Great

Rooms

7.1

Location

9.8

Service

9.4

Dining

7.0

Robert

United States, September 2024

8.6/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which is conveniently located near major attractions like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. The staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful throughout my visit. However, the room was a bit small and overheated at night, which made sleeping a bit uncomfortable. Overall, it's a great spot for sightseeing with good value for money.

Rooms

6.0

The room was small with very little room to move around, and it got hot at night due to the heat from the sun during the day.

Service

10.0

The staff was terrific and very friendly, always ready to help with anything from booking shuttles to offering umbrellas during a rainstorm.

Location

10.0

The hotel has an excellent location, just a 2-minute walk to the Blue Mosque and close to many historical sites.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast was diverse and delicious, probably the best I enjoyed during my trip to Turkey.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well-maintained and suitable for a comfortable stay.

Marion

United States, September 2024

8.2/10

The hotel had a great location, just a short stroll from famous sights like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. The rooms were impressively clean and quite comfortable, and the staff were really friendly and helpful. However, the dining options left a bit to be desired, particularly breakfast. Overall, I found it to be a good value for money, but there's definitely room for improvement in the dining area.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were incredibly clean and comfortable, equipped with an impressive power shower. It's hard to believe someone else stayed there before us!

Service

10.0

The staff were so polite, friendly, and helpful, making my stay a real joy. They were pleasant and responsive to every question or need I had.

Location

10.0

The location was excellent, a short walk away from major historic sights, making it really convenient for exploring Istanbul.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was not really good, with limited breakfast options, but there were some fresh options available. There were snacks available from 14-23.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, though nothing too special. It would be nice to see some enhancements made in this area.

Bernard

United States, August 2024

8.4/10

I had a great experience at this hotel. The location is perfect, just a short stroll to the main attractions like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sofia. The rooms were cosy and impeccably clean, though they can get a bit hot at night due to the sun during the day. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, which made my stay even better. The only downside was that the rooms might feel a bit small if you have a lot of luggage.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were cosy, immaculately clean, and nicely furnished, but they were on the small side.

Service

10.0

The service was terrific! The staff was very friendly and helpful, always ready to assist us with anything we needed.

Location

10.0

The location is just excellent—only a 2-minute walk to the Blue Mosque and within walking distance of other stunning sites.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were nice, with a varied buffet and freshly made omelettes, but there could be a bit more variety.

Facilities

7.0

I didn’t get to use many facilities, but from what I saw, everything seemed well-maintained.

Frank

United States, August 2024

8.2/10

The hotel is in a great location at the quiet end of the street, making it a peaceful retreat while still being close to major attractions. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout my stay. However, the rooms were on the smaller side, reminiscent of a cozy New York apartment, which might not be ideal for everyone. Overall, it offers good value for money considering the service and location.

Rooms

6.0

I stayed on the ground floor, and the rooms were definitely single rooms, small with very little room to move around, almost like a New York apartment.

Service

10.0

The service was terrific and very friendly. The staff helped book shuttles from and to the airport and even offered complimentary umbrellas when it rained heavily.

Location

9.0

The location is excellent, within walking distance to the Blue Mosques, Aya Sophia, and Topkapı Palace, yet at the quiet end of the street.

Dining

9.0

The breakfast was fantastic, offering plenty of choices from a buffet and freshly cooked eggs made to your liking. It really was one of the best parts of my stay.

Facilities

7.0

The other facilities were decent, but nothing particularly stood out as remarkable.

Harry

United States, August 2024

8.2/10

The hotel offers a great value for money with its clean and comfortable rooms and friendly staff. It's perfectly located near major attractions like the Blue Mosque, making it easy to explore the area. My only visit was slightly hindered by the small size of the room. However, the service was exceptional, making my stay more enjoyable.

Rooms

7.0

The room was on the small side, but it had a comfortable bed with nice pillows. It was clean and functional, with a small balcony overlooking a quiet street.

Service

9.0

The service was terrific! The staff was very friendly and helped with everything from booking airport shuttles to providing umbrellas during a downpour.

Location

10.0

The hotel is perfectly located in the old town, very close to major attractions like Sultan Ahmet Square and the Blue Mosque.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was good with a filling continental breakfast. I particularly enjoyed the Turkish coffee! There were other complimentary options available during the day.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel had decent facilities, although it would be nice to have more amenities.

Christine

United States, August 2024

7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, which boasts a wonderful location right in the heart of the city, making it easy to explore nearby attractions. The rooms are comfortable and clean, though a bit on the small side. The staff was incredibly friendly and eager to assist, ensuring I had everything I needed during my visit. However, I found the breakfast options to be somewhat lacking, which was a bit of a letdown given the otherwise positive experience.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and comfortable, but quite small with simple furnishings.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly friendly, helpful, and went above and beyond to accommodate my needs.

Location

10.0

The location was perfect for exploring Istanbul's Old Town, right behind the Blue Mosque.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast was quite normal and could use some improvement in variety.

Facilities

8.0

I didn't use many facilities, but the hotel was well-maintained and provided a comfortable atmosphere.

Barbara

United States, July 2024

7.8/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, with clean and tastefully decorated rooms, though they were a bit small. The staff was incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to make my stay comfortable. The location couldn't be better, as it was just a short walk to major attractions, which made exploring the area so easy. However, the dining options were somewhat average, not quite matching the hotel's overall charm.

Rooms

7.0

The room was quite small but tastefully decorated and very clean.

Service

9.0

The staff was very cordial and provided us with everything we needed, truly making the experience special.

Location

10.0

The hotel is in a quiet area of Sultanahmet, within walking distance to the principal tourist sites like the Blue Mosque and Aya Sofia.

Dining

6.0

The dining was average quality, which was a bit disappointing compared to the hotel itself.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities met my needs and were well kept, but there wasn't anything extraordinary.

Harold

United States, June 2024

7.6/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location is absolutely fantastic, within walking distance of all the main attractions. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which made a difference. However, the room I stayed in was smaller than I expected and there was no lift, making it tough to carry my bags up to the third floor. Overall, it’s a decent place for its price given the location, but it could improve in comfort and amenities.

Rooms

7.0

The room was quite small and I found it a bit difficult with no lift to the third floor. However, it was clean, and the bed was comfortable.

Service

8.0

The staff were nice and welcoming, although I wished they could have provided more local tips and suggestions.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is perfect for exploring Istanbul, with major tourist sites within easy walking distance and a quiet neighborhood feel.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast offered a decent variety of Turkish dishes and was freshly prepared, but I would have liked more options overall.

Facilities

6.0

While there were some basic facilities, I found the lack of a lounge area or any significant amenities to be a downside.

Josh

United States, April 2024

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The location is fantastic, right in the heart of Sultanahmet, making it super convenient to explore the major attractions. The rooms are clean and the staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. However, the dining options were somewhat limited, and the room I stayed in was a bit cramped for my liking, especially considering it was on the third floor with no lift access.

Rooms

6.0

The room was quite small, but it had a comfortable bed with a good mattress and nice pillows. It was clean and included a closet and safe, but the lack of space was a bit of a downside. The balcony promised a view, but it wasn't very scenic due to the old city wall right in front of it.

Service

9.0

The staff was really helpful and friendly, providing great suggestions on what to do and where to eat in Istanbul. Their attentiveness made my stay enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The location is perfect—right in the old town, just a short walk from major sights like Santa Sophia and the Blue Mosque. It's also on a quieter end of Caddesi, which I appreciated.

Dining

7.0

The dining was decent, with a mix of Turkish and intercontinental options at breakfast. However, the options felt a bit limited, which was disappointing.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel facilities were basic, and I didn't notice any standout amenities like a pool or gym.

Maria

United States, March 2024

8.4/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which boasts a fantastic location near the top attractions in Istanbul. The rooms were small but clean and well-furnished, providing a comfortable space to rest after a day of exploring. The service was exceptional—staff went above and beyond, which made me feel very welcome. However, the dining options were a bit limited, especially for breakfast. Overall, I found it to be a great value for the price.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were tastefully furnished and very comfortable, with cozy beds and good amenities. They were on the small side, but I didn't mind since I was mostly out and about.

Service

10.0

The service was exceptional—Kivanch and Bayram were incredibly hospitable and attentive. They even carried my heavy suitcase without a fuss, which I really appreciated.

Location

9.0

The location is ideal, with easy walking access to major sights like Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and the Blue Mosque. It's also tucked away on a quiet side street, making it feel peaceful while still being close to everything.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was decent, offering a continental spread, but I hoped for more variety in options. However, the friendly staff made it a pleasant start to the day.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel has good facilities, but I didn't use many since I spent most of my time out exploring. Still, everything seemed well-maintained.