"New, clean, aesthetic suites with a small kitchen area and a perfect-sized bathroom."
Anam H from United States
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"The hotel was beautifully decorated with modern finishes."
Nasreen from South Africa
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"The location of the suites is their X-factor... convenient for meal, walking distance to historical places and the train stop almost in front of the suites."
Ivy St from Malaysia
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Boutique hotel in Istanbul's historic Fatih district
Location
Castle Franco Suites is located less than 1 km from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. The tram station at Çemberlitaş is a 5-minute walk away, providing direct access to the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar. A roundtrip airport shuttle service operates to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 39 km away.
Accommodations
The hotel offers 9 individually decorated rooms with premium bedding and soundproofing. Rooms include kitchenettes, balconies, and flat-screen TVs with private bathrooms. Deluxe Double Rooms with Balcony and Sea View feature sea views from a corner window.
Dining
A complimentary continental breakfast includes vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options. Breakfast can be served in the room upon request. Room service is available for additional meals throughout the day.
Amenities
The hotel has a terrace for guest relaxation, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge service. Daily housekeeping, laundry, and dry cleaning are provided. Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, and 24-hour security with CCTV.
Family Accommodations
Family rooms are available with sea or city views and air conditioning. Each family room includes a kitchenette and balcony, plus free WiFi. The hotel is located on a flat surface near the tram stop, making it accessible with an elevator.
Highlights
Location: 5-minute walk to Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia
Rooms: Individually decorated rooms with sea views
Breakfast: Complimentary continental with vegan, halal, and gluten-free options
Transport: Roundtrip airport shuttle to Sabiha Gokcen Airport
Family: Family rooms with kitchenette and elevator access
“I think its location is a real advantage; being steps from the train station and a short walk to the Blue Mosque makes exploring Istanbul incredibly easy. What stood out to me, though, was the reported kindness of the staff, who seem genuinely invested in helping guests navigate the city, even going the extra mile to find affordable transport. For travellers who appreciate a personal touch alongside a prime location, this seems like a solid choice.”
Grace WhitmanContent & Editorial Director at Familyhotels
Choose from a variety of room types
Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included
Deluxe Room
2 persons
270 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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Double Room
2 persons
165 sq. feet
1 Double bed
Air conditioning
Heating
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Deluxe Double Room Balcony Sea View
2 persons
435 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
Air conditioning
Balcony
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Facilities
Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones
Facilities: Great
8.8/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access
Services
Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Dining
In-room breakfast
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Cots
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Castle Franco Suites Location
Evkaf Sokak, Istanbul, 34130,
Map view
City landmarks
Museum
Hagia Sophia Museum
3000 ft
Mosque
Blue Mosque
3000 ft
Landmark
Basilica Cistern
3000 ft
Square
Sultanahmet District
3000 ft
Mosque
Suleymaniye Mosque
4400 ft
Museum
Topkapi Palace
3000 ft
Landmark
Topkapi Palace harem
4500 ft
Museum
Istanbul Archaeology Museums
3800 ft
Landmark
Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami
2700 ft
Bridge
Galata Bridge
1.1 mi
Landmark
Historic Areas of Istanbul
3000 ft
Monument
Serpent Column
2100 ft
Mosque
Laleli Camii
3500 ft
Landmark
Mosaic Museum
2900 ft
Mosque
Little Hagia Sophia
4800 ft
Landmark
Gulhane Park
3000 ft
Mosque
Rustem Pasha Mosque
4100 ft
Museum
Hagia Irene
4000 ft
Museum
Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam
3500 ft
Square
Beyazit Tower
3500 ft
Square
Beyazit Square
3500 ft
Landmark
Caferaga Madrasa
3000 ft
Museum
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
2100 ft
Nearby
Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet
TGC Press Media Museum
500 ft
Mosque
Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque
1600 ft
Divan Yolu Caddesi
Column of Constantine
300 ft
Binbirdirek
Walled Obelisk
1700 ft
Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu
Cagaloglu Hamami
2000 ft
Merkez Beyazit
Mausoleum of Mahmud II
600 ft
Binbirdirek
Theodosius Cistern
1000 ft
Restaurants
Ortaklar Kebap Lahmacun
900 ft
Peykhane Cad. No: 27 Fatih
Hanzade Terrace Restaurant
700 ft
Emin Sinan Mah. Piyer Loti Cad. No: 35 Sultanahmet