Is parking available at the property?

Free valet parking is available onsite, and parking is limited. No reservation is required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 14 for adults and EUR 7 for children.

Does the property allow pets?

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:00 until 00:00, and check-out is until 12:00. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee, subject to availability.

Are airport shuttle services available?

Airport shuttle services are available for a fee of EUR 100 per room (one-way). Guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival to arrange the transfer.

What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?

The property offers step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms. Additional accessibility features may be available upon request.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Taksim, within a 15-minute walk of Taksim Square and Tupras Stadium. It is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Galata Tower and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Grand Bazaar. Public transport options are available nearby.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

Rollaway beds are available for a fee of EUR 40.0 per day, and advance request or confirmation is required. Cribs are not mentioned.

Barceló Istanbul - Luxury Hotel Experience

Average nightly price at Barceló Istanbul by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	$154
February	$150
March	$132
April	$156
May	$189
June	$195
July	$159
August	$157
September	$240
October	$256
November	$162
December	$162

What guests think

Barceló Istanbul earns strong praise for its central Taksim location, exceptionally friendly staff, and very clean, comfortable rooms, with many guests highlighting the generous breakfast and popular spa and hammam experiences as stand-out features of their stays.

Some reviews mention dated or worn rooms, occasional noise from traffic or venues, and intermittent maintenance or service lapses. Facilities feedback is mostly positive, though the rooftop bar or outdoor jacuzzis may be closed seasonally or for repairs, and the gym receives mixed comments. Overall, expect a modern, well-located base with strong amenities and generally comfortable rooms.

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Facilities

Guests consistently praise the spa and hammam; some also enjoy the rooftop with jacuzzis. However, the rooftop bar or jacuzzis can be closed in winter or for repairs, and the gym quality is mixed.

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Candelario

Apr 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Hospedarse en un hotel de esta cadena es «casi siempre» excelente, sin embargo, en está ocasión me tocó que durante el tiempo que estuve hospedado los jacuzzi que tienen en el exterior, estaban en reparación. (Y con el buen clima que ya hace ☀️ )

10

Saman

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The staff are very friendly and assisting. Turkish hammam was a pleasant experience, and the restaurants were good. We had a junior suite which was big with a private traditional hammam which was lovely. Breakfast buffet was included in my reservation and it was very good. The only thing that made me unhappy was the prices; everything was in Euros in the country of Lira! Crazy expensive drinks and food in Hotel. Anyways, it was a pleasant stay and might try next time. Thank you Barcelo Taksim! :)

10

emily

Nov 28, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Lovely hotel with great service. Highly recommend. Only downside is the rooftop hot tubs are closed in winter. Could expand the room service menu as a bit limited.

10

dorrie

Apr 13, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

This hotel was one of the best hotels I’ve been to in my life. The service was top tier, the easy accessible to all things around, the breakfast was amazing, the gym and spa top of the line. I am going to return to turkey just so i can stay here again

4

Jan

Sep 22, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very poorly educated staff in the sports bar. Was there 3 days in a row . No clue about beer or food .room is not 5 star . Bathroom s super . Spa area super Gym very poorly equipped Will not stay again . Properly the worst 5 star

10

Gerardus

Jun 24, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The Barcelo Istanbul hotel applies to all the standards and regulations that belong to a 5* hotel.. The hotel is located north-west of Taksim Square (450 meter) and within walking distance of e.g. Istiklal street and to the north you will find the Dolmabahçe Palace. Check-in was quick. The hotel reception staff is friendly and welcoming. Our room was spacious with elegant decor and furniture. It features a king-size bed, space for clothing, shoes and dresses. Blackout curtains, and all the amenities you would expect. Downside was the noise from our neighbors. A minibar with sodas and beer. Prices rather high. Some doubts about the functioning of the air conditioning. The bathroom is equipped with all the amenities as you would expect from a 5*-star hotel. The rain shower has a very powerful jet. You'll find soaps, shampoos, and care products readily available. The rooftop shows an overview of the city on 2 sides and there are also 2 jacuzzis available. The breakfast restaurant offers a spacious and decorated environment. Enough choices. An egg station is available. The tables are cleared quickly, and everything is replenished on time. The hotel bar offers a selection of drinks and food. I ordered a small bottle of beer, which cost me 475 TL (about 10 euros). Are there better hotels in Istanbul? Absolutely. Would I recommend this hotel? Yes! The price-to-quality ratio is very good. The location is convenient, the staff is welcoming.This hotel is definitely worth it.

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Michael

Apr 14, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

On the pro side: great location, deluxe room was spacious, hotel provided us an upgrade. Most of the staff were friendly. The breakfast is a good value. On the con side: rooftop bar and lobby bar were not in use (we chose this hotel for location and rooftop bar), so we were stuck with the sports bar the whole 5 days. There was no mention anywhere about these amenities being closed at this time. Our hotel room was in poor condition: scratched up wood floors, filthy windows covered in dirt, TV was not working properly (and no smart TV). There was an issue on our last day about charging food/drinks to our room which annoyed me. I was expecting more from a “5 star” property

10

Valentin

Nov 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

La chambre spacieuse, propre et agreable. Hotel moderne, petit dejeuner au top, spa et massage de tres grande qualité

10

Mikio

Sep 22, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Room modern and clean. View not teriffic. Sauna, spa and rooftop was nice. If had pool would have been perfect. Breakfast buffet plenty to choose.

8

Maria

Oct 14, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

Veldig rent og fin hotell. Beliggenheten var veldig bra for oss og vår reise. Spa ved hotellet anbefales. vennlig og behjelpelige staff.

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Cleanliness

Reviews frequently describe the hotel and rooms as very clean, with attentive housekeeping. A few reports cite issues such as dirty windows, a smoking smell in one suite, and concerns about spa water.

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Roderick Derrell

Oct 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazin! Clean rooms, nice staff, beautiful property! Cowabunga!

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AMIT

Dec 30, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Fantastic hotel. Fantastic breakfast. Fantastic staff. This hotel was absolutely perfect. The check in and check out process by Selin, Tahir, Ahmet, and Antonis was excellent. The highlight of our stay was the amazing breakfast buffet. A big thank you to Erdogan, who took exceptional care of us everyday. There was a mix of Turkish and other dishes which were all delicious. The best part was the Turkish tea. The room was kept spotless everyday by Nurten who did an excellent job making sure we had bottles of water and little treats at the end of the day. The stars of this hotel are the staff at every level and in every role. They made us feel so welcome and took very good care of us.

10

Mustafa

Jun 2, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Sehr saubere zimmern

10

Ashraf

Nov 5, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A luxurious hotel, one of the most beautiful in Istanbul. I loved it. The staff was friendly and professional, and the cleanliness was exceptionally high.

10

Noor Azizan

Nov 21, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

Barceló Istanbul exceeded my expectations in every way. From the moment I stepped into the lobby, I was greeted with friendly smiles and efficient service. A special shoutout to Milad (I do hope I got your name spelled right) from the front desk, whose exceptional hospitality and helpfulness made my check-in process seamless. The cleanliness and comfort of my room were impeccable, thanks to the diligent efforts of Melek from housekeeping. I love the fact that she always greet me with sincerest smile and her attention to detail ensuring my room is clean and tidy - and not forgetting the amenities are constantly being stocked up. The hotel's breakfast buffet was a delightful experience. The variety of dishes was impressive, and the quality of the food was top-notch. The staff at the restaurant were incredibly attentive and accommodating. Overall, my stay at Barceló Istanbul was fantastic. The combination of luxurious amenities, prime location, and exceptional staff made it an unforgettable experience. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Istanbul, whether for business or leisure.

10

Mara

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Very clean, and the staff was wonderful! Good location.

10

Laura

Oct 19, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

The hotel is a few streets away from the busy Taksim square area. So this makes it quiet, but close enough to walk to the shops and restaurants around that area. The hotel was spotless, room spacious and the shower was one of the best we have ever used (with lovely mandarin toiletries) Breakfast was very tasty and the staff very pleasant and professional. A very big thank you to the housekeeping staff who cleaned our room and asked if everything was ok. We stayed for 5 nights and enjoyed every moment.

10

Cihat

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Çalışanların hızlı ve kibar oluşu,oda temizliği ve otelin merkezi konumda olması

10

Barry

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel really is a five-star property. It is luxurious and modern with elegant decor and extremely high-quality construction throughout. It felt like a brand new hotel. There was no sign of anywhere in tear that I saw during our two-day stay at this property. The location is excellent about two blocks from taxim square

10

Martha S

Nov 5, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Staff was excellent. Room was nice and clean.

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Rooms

Rooms are generally spacious and comfortable, with modern decor in many and some suites featuring private in-room hammams and good views. A minority noted dated furnishings, weaker water pressure, or noise from outside or venues.

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Saman

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 5 nights

The staff are very friendly and assisting. Turkish hammam was a pleasant experience, and the restaurants were good. We had a junior suite which was big with a private traditional hammam which was lovely. Breakfast buffet was included in my reservation and it was very good. The only thing that made me unhappy was the prices; everything was in Euros in the country of Lira! Crazy expensive drinks and food in Hotel. Anyways, it was a pleasant stay and might try next time. Thank you Barcelo Taksim! :)

10

Verdi

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location in Taksim square, close to public transportation. Metro is around 5 mins walk away. Havaist (airport bus) stop is 3 mins walk away. Great service. However room quite dated and need renovation but functioning. Shower water pressure not strong enough.

10

Samantha

Oct 10, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Tolle Suite mit privatem Hamam, sehr aufmerksamer und netter Service. Die Lage des Hotels ist zentral, das Ambiente sehr einladend.

10

Simon Maurice

Jun 10, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Our stay at The Barcelo was amazing. The hotel is very modern, clean and impressive. Our room was really comfortable, well maintained and cleaned daily to a high standard. The breakfast buffet was also fantastic but the thing that stood out the most was the staff. They couldn't have been more helpful and accommodating. I have to mention Aygul, Abdurramman (who made a first class cocktail!!) and Omer, all of whom went above and beyond to make our stay a memorable one. Barcelo is my hotel of choice when we travel to Istanbul from now on and I highly recommend it to other travellers.

10

Valentin

Nov 24, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

La chambre spacieuse, propre et agreable. Hotel moderne, petit dejeuner au top, spa et massage de tres grande qualité

10

Ivelina

Jan 12, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was spacious and clean. The staff was very polite and professional.

10

THIERRY AIME CHARLES ALAIN LE

Nov 18, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

ISOLATION MOYENNE AVEC LE BRUIT EXTERIEUR CIRCULATION

10

Adam

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This was one of the nicest hotels I've ever stayed at. They upgraded me to a suite with a hamam built-in complimentary. It's about a 10-minute walk to the Taxsim subway. I would consider staying here again in the future.

8

Nebiat

Nov 11, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location. I wouldn’t qualify it as a 5star hotel, smaller than it appears in the pictures. Very clean, not many extra or frills in the rooms. It’s a solid 4star.

4

Erik

Sep 30, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Vi var placeret i en suite lige under baren på terrassen hvor der har endda meget højt musik der forstyrrede nattesøvnen. Søndag regnede der om eftermiddagen og der kom vi hjem til en suite, hvor der havde været vandskade så sengene stod oprejst og der var kaos. Vejret er selvfølgelig en faktor og vi blev flyttet til en andet værelse, men det tog sin tid og vi måtte rykke 2 gange - det var ikke imponerende og afkortede jo vores sidste aften i byen noget.

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Service

Service is widely praised as welcoming, professional, and proactive across departments, with many staff shout outs. Isolated complaints mention slow issue resolution, pushy concierge recommendations, rudeness at reception, or billing and deposit disputes.

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Ekaterini

Oct 25, 2024

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Stayed 10 nights

I stayed at Barcelo Istanbul hotel from October 13 to Oct 23.I was asked for a deposit of 100 euros upon my arrival which I did give. Another couple that checked in the same date was not asked for a deposit. At check out the clerk informed me that I cannot receive the 100 euros back but he gave me a lesser amount in Turkish lira. I found this strange but it was 4 am , our taxi was waiting and I did not want to argue. Upon my return, I have sent emails to the hotel but did not receive any answers which I find not professional. During my stay I was very happy with the cleanliness of the room - thank you Nurten Hanim- the location, the breakfast buffet . There is nothing negative I can say about my stay but not getting any answers as to why did not receive the full deposit back effects the rating of my review. I asking for the management to do the right thing and return my full deposit .

10

nasim

Sep 16, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

I loved everything about Barcelon hotel, it’s spotless and staff are the nicest. I have travelled all over the world and never seen staff nicer than this hotel, if you ask for something it’s done in a second. Awesome

6

Badran

Oct 9, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Reception staff very rude

10

FARID

Apr 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great customer service

10

AMIT

Dec 30, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Fantastic hotel. Fantastic breakfast. Fantastic staff. This hotel was absolutely perfect. The check in and check out process by Selin, Tahir, Ahmet, and Antonis was excellent. The highlight of our stay was the amazing breakfast buffet. A big thank you to Erdogan, who took exceptional care of us everyday. There was a mix of Turkish and other dishes which were all delicious. The best part was the Turkish tea. The room was kept spotless everyday by Nurten who did an excellent job making sure we had bottles of water and little treats at the end of the day. The stars of this hotel are the staff at every level and in every role. They made us feel so welcome and took very good care of us.

10

Jagdeep

Jun 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was great about the property except for pretty aggressive guy at the concierge desk. We asked him about nearby shopping and he was very aggressive in hustling a fake designer shop where apparently he gets commission.

10

Ahmed

Jan 22, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Barcelo Hotel. Everyone from hotel team were very helpful. Thanks to Hanieh, Erdem, Busra, Saddetin, Rajab, gentlemen who helped us check in and the staff of Barcelo hotel. Thank you for making our stay a memorable one.

10

Mark

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Fantastic hotel, Suleiman at check-in was outstanding, staff were beyond excellent. Rooms were brilliant

10

iyad

Dec 12, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Perfect stay as always, my first choice in Istanbul, amazing staff specially Hanieh, I also met the GM Mr Hassan at the cafe and he was a gentelman to listen to any evaluation and he asked if there is any complains, my experience was as always very good , in love with the staff

10

Hakan

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is excellent in general. You are greeted perfectly from the instance you walk in. The team is highly motivated and skilled. Quality and tidyness of the room is top notch. Breakfast was amazing. We would definitely stay again.

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Location

Central and walkable near Taksim Square, Istiklal Street, metro and airport buses; many felt safe with gated entry. Handy for exploring Istanbul, though a few found Old City sights less convenient on foot.

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carol

Dec 12, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful hotel! Loved the gym and the breakfast buffet was incredible. The area is very walkable with lots of restaurants and shops nearby. I will definitely stay here again.

10

Vinod

Apr 23, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice hotel near the Taksim Square area. Property is great; the rooms were spacious and the breakfast buffet was delicious with a lot of options. The front desk staff were also just so courteous and helpful. A very positive experience IMHO.

8

Alberto

Oct 15, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Very good hotel! 5 min walk to taksim, and metro station.

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Verdi

Sep 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location in Taksim square, close to public transportation. Metro is around 5 mins walk away. Havaist (airport bus) stop is 3 mins walk away. Great service. However room quite dated and need renovation but functioning. Shower water pressure not strong enough.

10

sameer

Jun 12, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Great location, near lots of restaurants. Location is clean and safe. Gated entrance to hotel. Great Experience!

8

Dian

Oct 16, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

I wish there were more charging ports and options, especially usb-c ports; also, better instruction on how to use the toiletry, and the private hamam. Nevertheless I enjoyed the stay, the staff were very friendly and the location is very convenient, walkable to almost everywhere. Also the luxury public bus H16 takes you to and from the hotel in less than one hour for 136TL, that is less than $5.

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Ninos

Jun 13, 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Great hotel with very convenient location.

10

Firas

Nov 4, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Close to Taksim square with a metro and coffee shops and restaurants nearby..gated with security and have a good breakfast buffet. Overall a good place if you want to stay in the Taksim area

10

ABEL

Jun 26, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Perfect location for getting anywhere in European Istanbul. You can walk around at leisure and enjoy the city, its restaurants, history, and shopping.

10

Barry

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel really is a five-star property. It is luxurious and modern with elegant decor and extremely high-quality construction throughout. It felt like a brand new hotel. There was no sign of anywhere in tear that I saw during our two-day stay at this property. The location is excellent about two blocks from taxim square

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Dining

Breakfast earns strong approval for quality and variety. Some note inconsistent bar or restaurant service and higher prices, while room service and food quality are otherwise reviewed as good.

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Guled

Dec 20, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Great hotel and amazing breakfast.

8

Pamela

Sep 30, 2025

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Stayed 7 nights

Room was spacious, clean and had a balcony. The staff at breakfast were lovely with a large variety of foods. The one negative was the service at the Champs restaurant in the property. However, the food there was good.

10

sung-keun

Dec 25, 2024

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Stayed 5 nights

Great location, clean, and friendly staff, and the great breakfast! The property needs a little renovations though! No hotel shuttle service.

10

AMIT

Dec 30, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Fantastic hotel. Fantastic breakfast. Fantastic staff. This hotel was absolutely perfect. The check in and check out process by Selin, Tahir, Ahmet, and Antonis was excellent. The highlight of our stay was the amazing breakfast buffet. A big thank you to Erdogan, who took exceptional care of us everyday. There was a mix of Turkish and other dishes which were all delicious. The best part was the Turkish tea. The room was kept spotless everyday by Nurten who did an excellent job making sure we had bottles of water and little treats at the end of the day. The stars of this hotel are the staff at every level and in every role. They made us feel so welcome and took very good care of us.

8

yalile

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Habitación impecable, desayuno riquísimo y súper completo. Quizás el servicio en el área del bar necesita mejorar, los meseros son distraídos y pocos coordinados

10

Philip

Apr 18, 2023

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Stayed 6 nights

Beautiful hotel with lots of amenities. Spa access is complimentary for hotel guests. The breakfast, though a bit pricey, was excellent—lots of options.

10

Gina

Sep 19, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent service, very clean and quiet even though it's near a main tourist area.

6

Alvaro

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Buen hotel en sus orígenes pero muy descuidado con mantenimiento mediocre. Claramente necesita una renovación. Luces intermitentes, poco cómodo , horrible conexión a internet y muy ruidosos sus pasillos pero eso sí, un desayuno MUY COMPLETO y personal muy agradable

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Rina

Nov 6, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

朝食はメニューが非常に多く素晴らしかったです。客室はとても綺麗です。立地について、ビジネス向けには最適だと思いますが、観光目的の場合は旧市街のホテルの方が便利かもしれません。タクシム広場からもそこまで遠くないのでIST空港からはとても便利だと思います。

10

Hakan

Nov 9, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is excellent in general. You are greeted perfectly from the instance you walk in. The team is highly motivated and skilled. Quality and tidyness of the room is top notch. Breakfast was amazing. We would definitely stay again.

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				1	2	3
4	5	6	7	8	9	10
11	12	13	14	15 $236	16 $329	17 $175
18 $173	19 $164	20 $137	21 $153	22 $1,025	23 $1,025	24 $172
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1 $133	2 $133	3 $143	4 $143	5 $230	6 $191	7 $153
8 $133	9 $143	10 $143	11 $143	12 $143	13 $153	14 $153
15 $136	16 $154	17 $136	18 $145	19 $136	20 $154	21 $154
22 $145	23 $148	24 $153	25 $153	26 $153	27 $154	28 $154
29 $154	30 $137

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