Gencturk Cad No 43, Sehzadebasi/Istanbul, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34134
What's nearby
Süleymaniye Mosque - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Grand Bazaar - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Blue Mosque - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Galata Tower - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
Hagia Sophia - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Istanbul Airport (IST) - 47 min drive
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 59 min drive
Vezneciler Subway Station - 5 min walk
Istanbul Yenikapi Station - 14 min walk
YeniKapi Station - 15 min walk
Aksaray Tram Station - 7 min walk
Laleli-University Station - 7 min walk
Aksaray Station - 11 min walk
Airport pick-up service
Restaurants
Gulen Restaurant - 3 min walk
Laleli Galeria - 4 min walk
Laleli İskender - 2 min walk
Hotel Gülsoy Patisserie - 2 min walk
Starbucks - 1 min walk
About this property
The Parma Hotel Downtown
The Parma Hotel Downtown puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Grand Bazaar and Süleymaniye Mosque. Guests can indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a sauna, and a steam room. Public transportation is just a short walk: Aksaray Tram Station is 7 minutes and Laleli-University Station is 7 minutes.
Languages
Arabic, English, Spanish, Turkish
At a glance
Hotel size
89 rooms
Arranged over 11 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Transfers
Airport pickup on request (available 24 hours)*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free on-the-go breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Golfing nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
Spa services
Sauna
Steam room
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Grab bar in shower
Room amenities
Be entertained
66-cm LCD TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Rainfall showerhead
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi
Phone
Desk chair
More
Limited housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of TRY 400 per vehicle
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Bird Hotel
Black Bird Hotel
Black Bird Hotel Istanbul
Black Bird Istanbul
Hotel Bird
Hotel Black Bird
Black Bird Hotel
The Parma Hotel Downtown Hotel
The Parma Hotel Downtown Istanbul
The Parma Hotel Downtown Hotel Istanbul
Frequently asked questions
Does The Parma Hotel Downtown offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Parma Hotel Downtown does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Parma Hotel Downtown?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Parma Hotel Downtown?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Parma Hotel Downtown.
Is airport shuttle service offered by The Parma Hotel Downtown?
Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is TRY 400 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Parma Hotel Downtown?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Parma Hotel Downtown and nearby?
The Parma Hotel Downtown has 2 bars and a sauna, as well as a steam room.
Are there restaurants at or near The Parma Hotel Downtown?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
Does The Parma Hotel Downtown have rooms with private spa tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around The Parma Hotel Downtown like?
The Parma Hotel Downtown is in Istanbul City Center, a short 7-minute walk from Aksaray Tram Station and 15 minutes' walk from Grand Bazaar.
The Parma Hotel Downtown Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.4/10
Cleanliness
7.4/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Amenities
7.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
2/10 Poor
September 3, 2024
Karima
Karima, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
July 28, 2024
Sonya
Sonya, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
October 29, 2023
Yasseen
Yasseen, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
October 23, 2023
Hala
Hala, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
September 22, 2023
Noureddine
Noureddine, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
August 16, 2023
Good location, staff helped us with looking for transport around istanbul. Tasty breakfast every morning with a variety of dishes
mehtaab
mehtaab, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 20, 2023
Muhammad Maaz
Muhammad Maaz, 13-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 14, 2023
Good
Mohamed
Mohamed, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
June 13, 2023
Good bed,helpful staff in a good location within walking distance of tram and metro.Breakfast was average but then again I’m English. I would stay again.
david
david, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
June 4, 2023
Abdelaziz
Abdelaziz, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
June 4, 2023
8910
Eyad Asaad
Eyad Asaad, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 23, 2023
Bhawna
Bhawna, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 10, 2023
EDWARD
EDWARD, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
April 22, 2023
Tugay
Tugay, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
April 15, 2023
Hasan Yigit
Hasan Yigit, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
February 18, 2023
azita
azita, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
November 26, 2022
Estefanos
Estefanos, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
September 21, 2022
Aboubakr
Aboubakr, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
March 18, 2022
Sajid
Sajid, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
January 20, 2021
The hotel was less than average, breakfast too. If you need a minimalistic place to spend the night go with it
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
December 30, 2020
I like everything, the are open 24/7 and the location is amazing
Verified traveler
6-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
January 16, 2020
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
January 2, 2014
We stayed there for 3 days. Staff was helpful and changed rooms for us, since the room was noisy and smelled smoke. Rooms in the 5th floor tend to be less noisy. Location is good, 30 min walk from Sultanamet. Enjoyed the stay, though I would like to have stayed closer to Sultanmeht.
Verified traveler
Verified Expedia guest review
4/10 Fair
June 17, 2013
Mediocre lodgings
Close to the Valens Aquaduct but far from the main tourist attractions like Blue Mosque and Aya Sofya (you can still walk or take the tram which is just a few stops away). I am not used to the tipping 'culture' and gave the hotel help 2 TLR but he signaled for another TLR after doing some 'stretching' of his arms due to carrying our stuffs. I found this funny. Hotel is actually quite old. The wood decor in our room needs refurbishing. The wireless Internet access is slow and cumbersome to connect to as each room occupant is given a specific password to gain access. I have never like carpeted floors and the reason is that it makes the room feel dingy and dark, with a kind of smell which needs a day to clear (or adjusted to) and this was what I experienced at Black Bird. The air-conditioning didn't help in the beginning as it was difficult to control. The toilet is rather old but nevertheless functioning. As a result, we didn't dare to ask for room service. The breakfast spread is a pretty standard fare and I cannot complain. The silver lining in my stay in this hotel is perhaps the location as it is further from the main tourist areas of Sultanahmet, it lets you experience how the people go through their daily hustle and bustle.
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
April 15, 2013
Noisy neighbours
The hotel is modern and clean. The service is good but it is a noisy neighbourhood. The streets were loud and the nearby mosque woke me at 6 a.m. It is a good three quarters of a mile to the tourist areas and the walk there is a little intimidating in places. I would probably choose a different hotel next time, purely because of the location.