Byzantium Hotel & Suites
Cankurtaran, Akbıyık Cd. No:29, 34122 Fatih/İstanbul, Türkiye · Türkiye
★ 4.3 on Google · 2,300 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
SuspiciousCompleted Aug 28, 2026 · 267 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →
Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.3★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.5★
- Flagged
- 27%
- Coverage
- 43%
All reviews shown by Google
733 examined reviews
267 of 1,000
1,000 of 2,300 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Aug 28, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
The Byzantium Hotel receives widespread praise for its prime, central location in the Sultanahmet district within walking distance of major historical sights like the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Reviewers frequently highlight the exceptional hospitality and attentive service provided by the staff, particularly during breakfast. However, multiple guests note that some rooms are small, dated, or lack proper soundproofing.
+ Repeated strengths
Prime Location
Reviewers report that the hotel is ideally situated within a short walking distance of major landmarks such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and local transport.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2024-07-18
Short but sweet, Great hotel! Great location (even if the restaurants outside the hotel are quite pushy). Short walks to the main attractions (5-7 minutes). Excellent transport connections via Istanbulkart both within and outside the Euro...
5★ · 2024-07-20
The Bizantium Hotel is a very well located hotel in Istanbul, close to major monuments such as the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, and in a very good and quiet area. The staff was very polite and attentive throughout the stay. In particular,...
4★ · 2024-08-11
This hotel is located in Istanbul's old town, about a 5-minute walk from Sultanahmed Station. It's also close to Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, making it extremely convenient for sightseeing. As it's located in the center of the city, th...
Outstanding Staff Service
Guests frequently commend the staff for being exceptionally welcoming, helpful, and attentive, with special shoutouts to the breakfast team.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2024-07-18
Short but sweet, Great hotel! Great location (even if the restaurants outside the hotel are quite pushy). Short walks to the main attractions (5-7 minutes). Excellent transport connections via Istanbulkart both within and outside the Euro...
5★ · 2024-07-20
The Bizantium Hotel is a very well located hotel in Istanbul, close to major monuments such as the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, and in a very good and quiet area. The staff was very polite and attentive throughout the stay. In particular,...
Rich Breakfast
Reviewers report that the breakfast buffet offers a large and varied selection with excellent daily coordination.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2024-07-18
Short but sweet, Great hotel! Great location (even if the restaurants outside the hotel are quite pushy). Short walks to the main attractions (5-7 minutes). Excellent transport connections via Istanbulkart both within and outside the Euro...
5★ · 2024-07-30
Lovely location, not far from the main Sultanahmet square. Breakfast is very good, with a large variety including cereal and fresh fruit. The breakfast host Erhan is excellent. This is my second visit to this hotel, and my kids were happy t...
5★ · 2024-09-16
We had a lovely stay at Byzantium Hotel and Suites during our Istanbul visit. Central location of this hotel is super convenient.Mr Ehram would greet us every morning at the breakfast and would help us around. Great spread at breakfast with...
− Repeated complaints
Noise and Thin Walls
Reviewers report that rooms suffer from a lack of sound insulation, allowing noises from hallways, neighbors, and plumbing to easily travel through.
3 supporting reviews
1★ · 2024-07-19
I just came back from Istanbul after spending a family vacation and stayed in this hotel for about two weeks. The staff is nice and friendly. Breakfast is good. Housekeeping is good too. However, the rooms are relatively small and the walls...
5★ · 2024-09-08
Our stay at the hotel was very pleasant. The service, Erhan, and his team are truly attentive, helpful, and polite. You receive a warm welcome and they make sure you have everything you need. The hotel's location is fantastic. It couldn't...
5★ · 2026-07-03
A beautiful experience to find the vestiges of the Ottoman Empire and the Byzantine Empire. Very friendly staff, it is cleaned every day. Varied and quality breakfast. Efficient and quality transportation to and from the airport. The roofto...
Small Room Sizes
Guests frequently mention that standard rooms are relatively small, compact, and sometimes cramped for multiple people or luggage.
2 supporting reviews
1★ · 2024-07-19
I just came back from Istanbul after spending a family vacation and stayed in this hotel for about two weeks. The staff is nice and friendly. Breakfast is good. Housekeeping is good too. However, the rooms are relatively small and the walls...
4★ · 2024-08-11
This hotel is located in Istanbul's old town, about a 5-minute walk from Sultanahmed Station. It's also close to Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, making it extremely convenient for sightseeing. As it's located in the center of the city, th...
Dated Rooms and Basement Units
Some reviewers report encountering unrenovated, dated rooms or basement-level accommodations that suffered from dampness or a lack of natural light.
2 supporting reviews
3★ · 2025-02-03
There are two categories of rooms, located in different building blocks: renovated and unrenovated. The renovated rooms are quite new and more modernly furnished; everything is fine. The unrenovated rooms have worn furniture – you can some...
1★ · 2025-09-28
We stayed at this hotel between September 18th and 21st, 2025, and received appalling service. The room we had been booked was nothing like the pictures; it was in the basement, full of dampness, and when we opened the windows, we discovere...
Good for
- Sightseeing in Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet district
- Travelers seeking exceptionally attentive and friendly hotel service
- Visitors looking for a substantial, included breakfast buffet
Avoid if
- You are sensitive to noise and thin walls
- You require spacious, modern rooms without a risk of basement or unrenovated quarters
- You expect a quiet, secluded street away from restaurant touts
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Jul ’24 | 10 | 2 |
| Aug ’24 | 14 | 5 |
| Sep ’24 | 25 | 6 |
| Oct ’24 | 28 | 7 |
| Nov ’24 | 25 | 8 |
| Dec ’24 | 25 | 3 |
| Jan ’25 | 17 | 2 |
| Feb ’25 | 19 | 2 |
| Mar ’25 | 25 | 1 |
| Apr ’25 | 26 | 2 |
| May ’25 | 50 | 12 |
| Jun ’25 | 59 | 14 |
| Jul ’25 | 61 | 23 |
| Aug ’25 | 73 | 16 |
| Sep ’25 | 52 | 10 |
| Oct ’25 | 30 | 9 |
| Nov ’25 | 33 | 9 |
| Dec ’25 | 30 | 9 |
| Jan ’26 | 26 | 7 |
| Feb ’26 | 30 | 9 |
| Mar ’26 | 25 | 4 |
| Apr ’26 | 35 | 12 |
| May ’26 | 95 | 36 |
| Jun ’26 | 63 | 24 |
| Jul ’26 | 69 | 20 |
| Aug ’26 | 55 | 15 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- burst 5 five-star reviews on 2024-10-21 vs avg 0.7/day; 5 five-star reviews on 2024-11-21 vs avg 0.6/day; 5 five-star reviews on 2026-04-14 vs avg 1.0/day; 14 five-star reviews on 2026-05-15 vs avg 1.2/day weight 1
- low activity account 241 reviews flagged weight 0.8
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 267 flagged reviews.
H Aziz
2 reviews
★★★★★
2024-10-21
Salaam I would like to say my stay at this fabulous brilliant hotel with my family was an absolute pleasure. The staff namely Erhan the restraunt manager who i spent wonderful time chatting to and learning about istanbul is such a great person. Erhan has the most lovely welcoming smile and he is su...
Özcan Gamze
1 review
★★★★★
2026-04-14
Dear Mr. Erhan, thank you for the very pleasant time we spent together. The conversations we had were very enjoyable and friendly. Furthermore, I would like to extend my sincere thanks to all the staff for the wonderful time I spent with them.
Sero21
2 reviews
★★★★★
2026-05-15
This is the most beautiful hotel in the historic Armada; my girlfriend and I stayed here for three nights, it was really lovely, we enjoyed it very much, the breakfast was superb.
Sarah I
82 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2024-10-21
Enjoyed stay, central location! Lovely staff - especially Erhan the breakfast manager - you are a legend! Excellent customer service! Love, Lauren (room 3202)
Li kuna Khomeriki
10 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2024-10-21
I recently had the pleasure of staying at The Byzantium Suites Hotel for three nights, and I can confidently say that it was an ideal choice for a family vacation in Istanbul, especially as we were celebrating my mother's birthday! From the moment we arrived, the entire hotel staff went above and b...
Elene Khomeriki
6 reviews
★★★★★
2024-10-21
Very good hotel. Perfect location. Astonishing view from the terrace (must see). Very comfortable rooms and delicious food. Even though everything was perfect, the staff made our visit unforgettable. They organized and brought cake to us for our birthday, they were very friendly and attentive. I wis...
Naniko Giorgadze
8 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2024-10-21
The best location, view from terrace and staff! Thank you for unforgettable stay. Special thanks to Erhan, Sinan and every staff member ! 🙏❤️
Ibrica Pašić
8 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2024-11-21
Beautiful. Very friendly staff, everyone is great. Top location. Recommended to everyone.
Sinan Duran
3 reviews
★★★★★
2024-11-21
They was really so professional and kind. Mahsun was so helpful for everything. Breakfast was perfect. The guest relations always smiling and helping to people.
Dalan Söylemez
10 reviews
★★★★★
2024-11-21
Best
Report generated Aug 28, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.