In the heart of Istanbul, Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels offers a serene retreat. Relax in the sauna or indulge in a rejuvenating massage, then unwind with cocktails at the poolside bar or explore nearby Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Airport transfer
Bar
Pool
Spa
Laundry facilities
Air conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurants and bar/lounge
Indoor pool and outdoor pool
Rooftop terrace
Sauna
Steam room
Children's pool
Pool bar
Room service
Spa services
Massage/treatment rooms
Babysitting
For families (6)
Children stay free
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Fridge
Private bathroom
Television
The current price is ฿1,450
฿1,450
฿1,624 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Room options
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Showing 4 of 4 rooms
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Superior Double or Twin Room
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
16 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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Family Suite
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
30 sq m
City view
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds
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Standard Double or Twin Room
Highlights
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
15 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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Superior Triple Room
Highlights
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
18 sq m
City view
Sleeps 3
2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
Hudavendigar Street No: 24, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34120
What's nearby
Hagia Sophia - 10 min walk
Grand Bazaar - 12 min walk
Topkapi Palace - 13 min walk
Blue Mosque - 17 min walk
Galata Tower - 6 min drive
Getting around
Istanbul (IST) - 52 min drive
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 68 min drive
Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 1 min walk
Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 13 min walk
Vezneciler Subway Station - 21 min walk
Gulhane Station - 2 min walk
Sirkeci Station - 3 min walk
Eminonu Station - 8 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Roof Mezze 360 Restaurant - 1 min walk
Red River Pub - 1 min walk
Capadocia Restaurant - 1 min walk
Fiyeli Coffee Co. Sirkeci - 2 min walk
The Coff's Sirkeci - 1 min walk
About this property
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Bosphorus and Egyptian Bazaar. Guests can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps or facials. Other highlights include an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a poolside bar. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Gulhane Station is steps away and Sirkeci Station is 3 minutes.
Languages
English, German, Russian, Turkish
At a glance
Hotel size
52 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Designated smoking area (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Coffee/tea in a common area
Private dining
Free daily reception
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's pool
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Bike tour information
Bike rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Working away
24-hour business centre
Computer station
Conference centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2000
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Library
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Spa services
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Steam room
Banquet hall
Dock
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Walkway to water
Accessibility
Lift
Lift door width (centimetres): 124
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Handrails in stairwells
Stairwell handrail height (centimetres): 127
Closed-captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Pool access ramp on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down duvet
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi and wired internet
Food and drink
Champagne service
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. There are 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and hydrotherapy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 4)
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 100 (subject to availability)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 100 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day
Airport shuttle for children between the ages of 6 and 12 costs EUR 10 (one-way)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Property Registration Number 20102
Also known as
Hotel Orient Express
Orient Express Hotel
Orient Express Hotel Istanbul
Orient Express Istanbul
Orient Hotel Express
Orient Express Hotel
Orient Express Spa by Orka Hotels
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels Hotel
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels Istanbul
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels Hotel Istanbul
Frequently asked questions
Does Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?
Yes, there's an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 50 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM. There's a charge of EUR 100 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 100 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, hiking and horse riding. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools after a day out and about. Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels also has a sauna and a steam room, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels like?
Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels is in Istanbul City Center, a short 2-minute walk from Gulhane Station and 7 minutes' walk from Bosphorus.
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Orient Express & Spa by Orka Hotels Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
8 Feb 2025
Great but the room size
Everything was very good except the room size is small and the tram path is very close to the hotel so there is a little of noise when passing by
Mohammed
Mohammed, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 Sep 2024
Good location close to several restaurants and shopping. Walking distance to many attractions.
Suman
Suman, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Nov 2024
The staff were fantastic especially at front desk.Couldnt do enough for us all looked after very well. Used hamam and spa facilities . Very good.Breakfast plenty of choice.Bright airy room
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 May 2024
Great location, clean , helpful staff
Soudabeh
Soudabeh, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 Oct 2024
Hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. The rooms were nice and clean but could do with some renovating. Walls were very thin so it got noisy at times from people in the halls and neighbouring rooms. The location was excellent, within a 15 minute walk to all the major attractions and next to a tram stop.
Kevin
Kevin, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jul 2024
It was a pleasure to stay in this hotel family was happy.all my thanks to Mr Kamal the receptionist for all the help and the staff were great
ABDELAZIZ
ABDELAZIZ, 5-night trip
6/10 Good
22 Jul 2024
Really enjoyed the swimming pool, staff were sweet, but rooms were a little small and after a few days we were a bit sick of having the same breakfast everyday
Sultana
Sultana, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jul 2024
Excellent location
A great hotel in the heart of Istanbul. A few minutes walk to Hagia Sofia and many restaurants/cafes/bars on the street outside the hotel. The hotel was clean and comfortable and the staff were very friendly. Breakfast had a great selection and our baby was accommodated with a high chair.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Sep 2024
10 minutes Sultaname Square… everything you can walking
Ydenise
Ydenise, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Apr 2024
Great location in old town istanbul
Jeff
Jeff, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2024
The pool and sauna were good therapy after walking all day on the hard stones and up the steep hills.
Dan
Dan, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Sep 2023
Would strongly recommend this hotel
Jacinthe
Jacinthe, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
26 Nov 2023
Near all the historical places walkable
Syed A
Syed A, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
26 Aug 2024
Everything is outdated, old and rooms are very small and beds are hard.
David
David, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 May 2024
Well situated for transport/ restaurants and easy access to the sights of Istanbul. Bit noisy but a small price to pay for the convenience
Andrew
Andrew, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 Jun 2024
Great location.
It was a nice hotel. Great location. Was about to walk to a lot of places. Easily accessible to trams.
I wouldve preffered the breakfast hosted on the top floor with a view rather than in -1. Also they could have provided more turkish authentic breakfast options.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jul 2024
Perfect city center location
The hotel is right in the city center; walking distance to all sights; the boats and markets. Rooms are updated and nicely decorated. Breakfast contains lots of local dishes and plenty to choose from- it’s a little busy if you go towards the end though. The pool is quite unique and was completely empty when we went which was very nice and relaxing. The orient express theme everywhere makes it very nostalgic. Very friendly staff that also gives tips to local activities. The rooftop restaurant has a great view and is even great for bird watching
Heidi
Heidi, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jul 2024
Good
Layth
Layth, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
29 Jun 2024
Excellent service, but the room smelt like cigarettes and there was mold in the shower.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Nov 2022
Great place to stay. Close to all the site’s restaurants and Turkish Delight. The room, bed are comfortable and the staff is very helpful. Highly recommended this hotel.
Ronald
Ronald, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Sep 2024
Fix the internet speed. Staff is thoughtful, kind and courteous. Jacuzzi and pool are cold. Breakfast is average. They sold out of my room and moved me to a different hotel for 1 night. That had garbage internet and the night guy ignored my internet complaint. Rooms are small but this was disclosed I'm advance.
Leon
Leon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2022
The breakfast was amazing had different foods everyday. Staff very helpful and good location.
FABIOLA
FABIOLA, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jun 2024
Super Lage
Dzevad
Dzevad, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Mar 2024
The first night they placed us in a room too small for 3 people but it was resolved the next day.
Staff very friendly and helpful, location was amazing and spa and pool a plus after walking the whole day!
Cristel
Cristel, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Nov 2023
Front desk staff i.e Onoor and Caan were very polite and helpful. The room amenities need a bit of improvement though.