Sirkeci · The Historic Heart of Istanbul
A boutique hotel in Sirkeci, 50 m from the tram and Marmaray. Hagia Sophia is 12 minutes on foot, Topkapı Palace 13, the Grand Bazaar 15. Breakfast included.
Everything you need to actually rest, in the middle of the historic peninsula.
A generous Turkish breakfast to start your Istanbul mornings.
Around the clock, with wake-up service and our Istanbul Guest team for tips, tours and transfers.
Complimentary tea, coffee and soft drinks day and night — plus free Wi-Fi throughout.
Non-smoking rooms cleaned with care every day, and a calm, quiet lobby.
from €123 / night
Bright and elegant, with soft linens and warm wood details — our most loved room for couples in the old city. Available with one double bed or two twin beds; just tell us when you book.
from €137 / night
A more generous double with refined finishes, a seating corner and space to truly unwind after a day among the empires.
from €152 / night
Three comfortable beds, clever storage and soft lighting — made for friends or a small family sharing the Istanbul adventure.
from €166 / night
Our largest room: space for four, blackout curtains for lazy mornings and Sirkeci's wonders right outside the door.
from €80 / night
A calm, light-filled retreat for the solo traveler: a plush single bed, modern bathroom and a quiet corner to plan tomorrow's adventures.
from €87 / night
Two square metres more than the Superior Single, with a desk by the window and a walk-in shower — the roomier choice for travelling alone.
Hotel Marius stands in Sirkeci, Istanbul's first settlement, with a history reaching back 8,500 years. This is the ground where the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires each made their capital — and where the city's oldest streets still hum with life.
Sleep on top of that history, and wake up minutes from everything worth seeing in Istanbul.
Read Our StoryMeasured from our door: the Spice Bazaar in 8 minutes, Hagia Sophia in 12, Topkapı Palace in 13, the Grand Bazaar in 15.
Walking times, measured from our door
Sirkeci tram and Marmaray stations are about 50 metres away — the whole city, including the Asian side, starts here.
The Eminönü piers are a short walk away for Bosphorus cruises and island ferries.
We are right on the avenue — airport transfers and taxis drop you at our front door.
A paid car park is available close to the hotel for guests arriving by car.
Hagia Sophia 12 min, Topkapı Palace 13, the Basilica Cistern 11, the Grand Bazaar 15, Galata Bridge 8 — all on foot from Sirkeci.
Walking the city all day is tiring — your room should be spotless and quiet when you return.
Rooms aired every day, linens refreshed often.
Quality mattresses and pillow options for deep sleep.
In the middle of the city, yet away from the noise.
Real reviews from our guests on Tripadvisor.
5 / 5
“What truly makes this hotel special is the people. You can feel that the staff enjoy what they do… Highly recommended for anyone visiting Istanbul who values sincere hospitality.”
Mark P · Tripadvisor
5 / 5
“The room was clean and comfortable… The staff were extremely friendly and helpful, always ready to assist us with anything we needed. The breakfast was also delicious.”
Abdul A · Tripadvisor
5 / 5
“Perfectly located in the historic old city, just a short walk from the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and the Bosphorus… I cannot recommend Marius Hotel highly enough.”
“Dream Stay in Istanbul” · Tripadvisor
Our rooftop gallery hosts original works inspired by Istanbul — always open to our guests.
Visit the Gallery
Most first-time visitors come for the historic sights, so the Historic Peninsula — Sultanahmet, Sirkeci and Eminönü — is the most practical base: Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace and the bazaars are within walking distance. Sirkeci adds the best transport links in the old city, with Marmaray trains to both airports, the T1 tram and the Eminönü ferries. Hotel Marius is in Sirkeci, about 12 minutes on foot from Hagia Sophia.
It suits first-time visitors who want to walk to the main sights and arrive by public transport: Hagia Sophia is about 12 minutes on foot, Marmaray connects to both airports without a taxi, breakfast is included and the front desk is open 24 hours in five languages. If nightlife is your priority, Beyoğlu or Karaköy may suit you better.
Hotel Marius is at Hocapasa Mah. Orhaniye Cad. No:10-12, Sirkeci, Fatih, Istanbul - inside the historic peninsula. The Sirkeci tram and Marmaray stations are about 50 metres away and the Eminonu ferry piers are a short walk.
Hagia Sophia is about 12 minutes on foot and Topkapı Palace about 13. The Basilica Cistern is 11 minutes, the Spice Bazaar 8, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar 15. Times are measured from the hotel door at a normal walking pace.
From Istanbul Airport (IST): M11 metro to Gayrettepe, M2 to Yenikapı, then Marmaray one stop to Sirkeci — about 80–100 minutes, no taxi needed. From Sabiha Gökçen (SAW): M4 metro to Ayrılık Çeşmesi, then Marmaray straight to Sirkeci — about 50 minutes. The hotel is about 50 m from the Sirkeci station exit. Private transfers can be arranged on request.
Yes. A Byzantine-era cistern was uncovered beneath the building during its restoration. Its stone vault was left in place and set behind glass on the lower floor, so you can see it during your stay.
Sirkeci is a central, busy neighbourhood in the historic old city, next to Sirkeci station and the Eminönü waterfront. Hotel Marius is on Orhaniye Avenue, a main street, and the front desk is staffed 24 hours. As in any big tourist city, keep an eye on bags in crowded bazaars and use official taxis or the BiTaksi app; our front desk can arrange a taxi or an airport transfer for you.
Yes. A generous open-buffet Turkish breakfast is served every morning and is included in every room rate.
Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is until 12:00. Early check-in and late check-out are possible on request.
Six: Superior Single (1 guest), Deluxe Single (1), Superior Double / Twin (2), Deluxe Double (2), Deluxe Triple (3) and Deluxe Family (4). All are non-smoking with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and breakfast included.
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
No. The hotel is entirely non-smoking.
The hotel sits directly on the avenue, so taxis and airport transfers can drop you at the door. There is a paid car park nearby.
The best available rate is on the hotel's own booking page at https://mariushotel.istbooking.com, or you can reach the team on WhatsApp at +90 530 333 5161.
Reservations can be cancelled free of charge up to 5 days before the check-in date. Cancellations made within 5 days of arrival are charged the equivalent of the first night's accommodation.
Three days before your arrival date the hotel may charge the applicable amount to the card given to guarantee the reservation. If the payment cannot be processed, the hotel reserves the right to cancel the reservation. Should that happen, please contact us — subject to availability we will restore your booking at the same rate and conditions, or offer the closest alternative room type.
If you do not arrive on the check-in date and have not cancelled in line with the cancellation policy, the booking is treated as a no-show and the applicable no-show charge is made. Completing a reservation on the official Hotel Marius website means accepting these cancellation and payment terms.