Sphendon Hotel in Istanbul is a boutique accommodation option, highly appreciated by visitors for its unique charm and location. Nestled in a historic area, it provides an immersive experience into the city's rich cultural heritage. Guests have shared mixed reviews, highlighting both its commendable aspects and areas needing improvement.
1/5
Safety index
59 out of 100
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Sphendon Hotel
8.4
(1,445 ratings)
Istanbul, Turkey -
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280 m Blue Mosque
630 m Hagia Sophia
700 m Basilica Cistern
Hotel Overview
Hotel highlights
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- Location: Situated in a prime area, it offers easy access to local attractions and public transportation.
- Staff: The hotel staff is praised for being friendly and helpful, providing exceptional service.
- View: Many rooms offer scenic views of the city's historic landmarks, adding to the hotel's appeal.
- Ambience: The hotel boasts a unique and cozy atmosphere, making guests feel welcome and at home.
- Cleanliness: The property is well-maintained and clean, ensuring a comfortable stay for its guests.
Area for improvement
- Room Size: Some guests have noted that the rooms can be quite small, potentially affecting comfort levels.
- Noise Levels: Due to its central location, noise from the surrounding streets can sometimes be an issue for guests seeking peace and quiet.
- Amenities: The amenities offered are considered basic by some, lacking in variety compared to larger hotels.
- Price: A few visitors have mentioned that the pricing can be a bit high for the value received.
- Breakfast: While some enjoy the breakfast offered, others have found it to lack variety and quality.
Amenities
Babysitting
Grocery/Convenience store
Restaurant
Bar
Room service
Parking available
Laundry
Air conditioning
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Total 1,445 Reviews
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Location was mentioned 58 times
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dev med7 months ago
1/5
Dont be fooled by the fake reviews. This hotel sucks really bad! First off : there are no elevators, no room service personnelle especially at night. The rooms are super small, dirty ( we found human hair in bed, toilets, bird fecies on window,...). The view is on a garage🥲 and in summer, it took the air conditioning one hour to get the room temperature to an acceptable level. The area is dark, and believe me, there is a very high chance you get mugged in that region (or maybe worse). The streets were literally in a remote , still in the construction area. Last but not least, if you cancel you (we did through the first night to show you how terrible it was), it is screwed since there is no refund even if your claims are rightly argumented! STAY AWAY
Salman Kasbati3 years ago
3/5
Located very close to the main attractions (10 mins walk) and the staff is friendly. Breakfast was good as well with good terrace / sitting area at the back. No elevators, so one has to carry the luggage upstairs themselves. Room is small, but good enough for people who want to spend most of the time outside. The rooftop has an awesome view of the sea and is very soothing. I think it is value for money. Visited in April 2014
Hotel Quality
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General Info
Total number of rooms 12
Number of floors 3
Number of buildings/towers 1
WiFi Quality
Download, Mbps
Upload, Mbps
Ping, ms
Idle
25Download
24Upload
10Wifi Speed Is Good For
web browsing
HD online movies
group video calls
online streaming
4K online movies
online gaming
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Daytime safety
70 out of 100
Safe
Nighttime safety
40 out of 100
Unsafe
Istanbul safety index
59
Overall Safety Index
Risky
An average rating of the six safety categories
59 out of 100
Women safety
Risky
Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.
44
Physical safety
Safe
Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.
67
Property safety
Risky
Likelihood of theft.
44
Political safety
Risky
Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.
43
LGBTQ safety
Risky
Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.
57
Medical safety
Very Safe
Likelihood of illness or disease, assessment of water and air quality, and access to reliable medical care.
100
48
Overall Crime index
Moderate
An average rating of the crime categories
48 out of 100
Property crime severity
Moderate
46
Mugging or robbery 45/100
Car theft 32/100
Car break-ins 44/100
Home break-ins 42/100
Violent crime severity
Moderate
42
Physical attacks 49/100
Racism or religion motivated attacks 33/100
Other crime severity
Moderate
52
Insult or harassment in public 51/100
Corruption or bribery 71/100
Drug problem 44/100
Prices Around Property
Average Daily Costs Per Person
Bottle of water 1.5L
$0.1 - $0.6
Coffee
$1.4 - $3
Beer 0.5L
$1.3 - $2.4
Meal, inexpensive restaurant
$4.7 - $12.6
Public transport, one-way ticket
$0.3 - $0.6
Taxi 1km (normal tariff)
$0.3 - $0.6
Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course
$19 - $47.4
Bottle of mid-range wine
$5.4 - $15.8
McMeal at McDonalds
$5.1 - $7
Coke/Pepsi 0.33L
$0.6 - $1.6
Public transport, monthly pass
$24.3 - $37.9
Gasoline (1 liter)
$1.1 - $1.3
Mobile phone monthly plan
$4.1 - $9.5
Fitness club, monthly fee
$12.6 - $63.2
Weather In Istanbul
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Air Quality
Unhealthy (For Sensitive Groups)
PM2.515
PM1038
63
Limited risk for sensitive individuals. Not recommended to do outdoor activities.
Drinkable Water Quality
Fair
Water may have some problems, not recommended for daily consumption.
Traffic around property
Heavy
Potential slowdowns and congestion, expect delays during peak travel times.
House Rules
Check in after 13:00
Check out until 12:00
Children welcome
No pets or service animals