Pera Palace Hotel
★★★★★Mesrutiyet cad. No:52Show Map
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A living legend: The 67k-view tour walks the hotel where Agatha Christie wrote — and Atatürk's room-museum is upstairs.
"The pearl of İstanbul": The 4K tour's title, earned since 1892.
Hammam-inspired marble baths: and Ottoman-European classical rooms, per the licensed listing.
9.2/10: from more than 4,000 verified stays.
You're paying for history: The museum-piece character IS the product — modern-minimalist travellers should watch the room segments before booking.
Independently written by the Travreel editorial team · Sources: 4 public guest videos · Updated August 2026
Popular facilities
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Pools & wellness
- Swimming pool
- Sauna
- Massage services
- Spa/wellness center
- Hammam
- Heated pool
- Indoor pool
- Steam room
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
Beach & outdoors
- Terrace
- Outdoor furniture
Food & drink
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Coffee Shop on site
- Physical distancing in dining areas
- Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
- Breakfast takeaway containers
- Mobile app for room service
Sports & entertainment
- Fitness facilities
- Fitness center
Services
- 24-hour front desk
- Business center
- Laundry
- Luggage storage
- Airport shuttle
- Fax/photocopying
- Tour desk
- Ironing service
- Meeting/banquet facilities
- Car hire
- Dry cleaning
- Currency exchange
- Daily housekeeping
- Airport shuttle (additional charge)
- Shuttle service (additional charge)
- Concierge service
- Airport drop off
- Airport pick up
- Shuttle service
- Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
- 24-hour security
Internet & parking
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Valet parking
- Private parking
- Accessible parking
Rooms & accessibility
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Pets allowed
- Lift / Elevator
- Safety deposit box
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Wheelchair accessible
- Pet bowls
- Pet basket
- Staff adhere to local safety protocols
- Smoke alarms
General
- Private check-in/check-out
- Special diet menus - on request
- Kid meals
- Lockers
- Toilet with grab rails
- Lower bathroom sink
- Emergency cord in bathroom
- Wine/champagne
- Fruits
- Personal trainer
- Guest rooms disinfected between stays
- Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
- Cashless payment available
- Fire extinguishers
- First aid kit available
- Sanitized tableware & silverware
- Contactless check-in/check-out
- Invoice provided
- Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
- Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
- Guest room sealed after cleaning
- Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
- Food delivered to guest room
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Access to health care professionals
- Face masks for guests available
- Delivered food - securely covered
- Security alarm
- Thermometers for guests provided by property
- Walking tours
- Key card access
- Tour/class on local culture
- Live music/performance
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Review highlights
Wonderful
Based on 4,060 reviews
What did guests like the most
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- Cleanliness: The luggage not being handled with care upon arrival raised concerns about overall cleanliness.
- Service: Exceptional service mentioned multiple times, particularly the helpfulness of the staff.
- Location: Location is highlighted as excellent, being central and historic.
- Room Quality: Rooms are described as charming, historic, and comfortable.
- Amenities: Good historic amenities mentioned, but some complaints about lounge accessibility.
- Value for Money: Good value overall despite some minor issues with services offered.
- Food and Beverage: Breakfast was rated as fantastic, contributing positively to food satisfaction.
- Overall Experience: Overall experience was very positive with guests desiring to return.
Watch out for: Internet issues · Luggage handling
✦ This sentiment is generated from 4,060 reviews summarized by AI.
Verified guest reviews via booking partner
its history
We loved everything about the Pera Palace hotel It is beautiful and full of history. The room was large and had everything needed for an amazing stay. It is walking distance to all attractions and transportation.
Nothing
L'athmosphère historique, le cachet, un voyage dans le temps dans un lieu incontournable d'Istanbul, un must do absolu!
Good to know about Pera Palace Hotel
Where is Pera Palace Hotel and how far is it from the airport?
Pera Palace Hotel is in Istanbul. The nearest airport is Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW), roughly 32 km away. Istanbul Airport (IST) is about 33 km away. Distances are straight-line — allow extra time for road transfers.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Pera Palace Hotel?
Check-in starts from 03:00 PM. Check-out is until 12:00 PM.
How do guests rate Pera Palace Hotel?
Pera Palace Hotel scores 9.2/10 from 4,060 verified guest reviews collected by our booking partner after real stays.
Can I see real videos of this hotel before booking?
Yes — we've curated 4 real guest videos of this hotel: room tours, pools and food filmed by travellers who stayed there. They're at the top of this page.
About the hotel
Luxurious Rooms with City Views
The Pera Palace Hotel offers a unique blend of European and Ottoman influences in its classical-style rooms and suites. Featuring hardwood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, and marble bathrooms inspired by traditional hammams, each room provides a luxurious stay with stunning city views from balconies overlooking Pera and the Golden Horn.
Dining and Entertainment Options
Indulge in contemporary Turkish cuisine at Agatha Restaurant, named after the renowned mystery writer, or enjoy a sophisticated atmosphere at Orient Bar & Terrace, a favorite among Istanbul's elite. For a relaxing experience, visit Kubbeli Saloon for tea accompanied by live piano music. And don't miss the delectable treats at Patisserie de Pera, offering a selection of Turkish and French-inspired delicacies.
Relaxation and Wellness Facilities
Unwind at Pera SPA by Spa Soul, featuring a traditional hammam, steam bath, hot tub, sauna, and a fully equipped gym. The indoor jet-streamed swimming pool provides a rejuvenating experience year-round. After exploring the vibrant Istiklal Avenue just steps away, return to the hotel for a pampering session at the spa.
To experience the charm and luxury of Pera Palace Hotel in the heart of Istanbul, book your stay now and immerse yourself in a world of elegance and comfort.
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