I had the most delightful stay at Hotel Dersaadet Istanbul for my birthday, November 2025. This was my first ever trip to Istanbul, and I was traveling solo. This was the right choice! Upon check-in, I was served apple tea and Turkish delight while the staff brought my luggage to my room. The decor was so stylish and beautiful! When I got to my room, it was spacious and everything was very clean. I never heard my neighbors, so noise level was never bothersome. Being located at Sultanahmet and walking distance to the tram with free breakfast and great service, it was great value for the cost! There is a terrace where they serve breakfast. Breakfast was delicious everyday, and you get such gorgeous views while up there! Housekeeping also stays on top and cleans everyday. Since the hotel was located at Sultanahmet with many shops, I always felt safe walking back as a solo woman.
The staff here truly go above and beyond. They embodied Turkish hospitality! Since my birthday fell during this trip, when I got back to my room during the day of my birthday, I found a cake slice with a candle and a letter from the staff!!! IT WAS THE BEST SURPRISE!!! I was truly touched. Sertan, İlhan, Nima, Cengiz, Menşure, Umida, Gürhan, and Hayriye all provided me with exceptional service during my stay. When I saw the family who owned the hotel during breakfast, they were also so welcoming and lovely! I do want to give a special shoutout--The houseman who was always wearing black and ponytail? I think maybe his name was Gürhan, truly stood out to me. He prepared a snack plate for me while I was at the terrace and also helped explain how to lock my door as I was struggling with how to close it! He was very patient with my questions! The lady at breakfast, I wish I got her name too, was also such a delight! If you're visiting Istanbul, especially for the first time, I can't recommend Hotel Dersaadet highly enough. I'm already thinking about when I can come back!! read more