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Reviews of GALATAHAN Hotel Istanbul Karakoy

Bankalar Caddesi No 22, Beyoglu, 34421 Istanbul, Turkey

#1463 of 2,539 hotels in Istanbul

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 555 hotel reviews

7.8

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.8

  • Comfort

    7.8

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    7.6

  • Staff

    8.6

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    7.8

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  • Reviewed: 11 May 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The interiors show the signs of time

    The location is super central, the breakfast generous.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2025

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was squeaky.

    Good location. Nice staff.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2025

    7.0
    Overall, it was good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room could use a little cosmetic touchups

    I don’t eat breakfast. I enjoyed the tea. The location was very good.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2025

    8.0
    A convenient base for exploring the city
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 6 nights

    One definite downside of this hotel is the noise from the surrounding area. This was made worse by poorly insulated windows, which made it difficult to sleep in the evenings and early mornings. The room itself was also somewhat worn. The lock on the door was broken, and the shelf in the bathroom was so unstable that nothing could be placed on it. I also reported an issue with the window, which required maintenance — though even after the intervention, it remained leaky. Additionally, the windows were dirty. As in many Turkish hotels, the internet connection was very weak. To make a WhatsApp call, I had to go down to the lobby. That said, most of the time was spent out exploring the city, so overall I would consider the room and the hotel reasonably successful and suitable for a tourist stay.

    I rate the location of this hotel quite highly, even though the district itself is filled with small shops, is very noisy, and in many areas rather neglected. For future stays, a much better neighborhood to consider might be, for example, Kadıköy. Breakfasts were very good and varied. I stayed in a room on the fifth floor with a beautiful view of the Süleymaniye Mosque. The staff was helpful, though not intrusive. It’s typical of Turkish service to be somewhat reserved and not overly friendly, but this is more a matter of cultural differences in communication between nations than anything negative. The hotel does lack a welcoming lobby space, but there was always a place to sit and a spot to leave luggage before departure.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 5 February 2025

    7.0
    Nice experience
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom tooo small and not comfy

    Location

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect and nice . Next time it can also be my next choice.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Run down facilities; windows stuck, ac not working one day which led to overly heated room in november.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2024

    9.0
    Excellent Stay!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a lovely stay and the location of the hotel is excellent for exploring. The rooms are so well maintained and no request is too much trouble. The buffet style breakfast were truly fantastic - such a lovely variety of fresh and tasty options! Would highly recommend this hotel.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 November 2024

    8.0
    In general a very nice stay, great price for the comforts provided. I would recommend the hotel!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rooms a bit small, in the evening a bit loud, but not too much, I could sleep well. The windows were old so that the room would be a bit cold. There was an air conditioning heating system which would warm the room, but we had to turn it off at night because of the noise. The breakfast was simple and didn’t remind that much of traditional Turkish cuisine.

    Nice central Location, clean rooms with regular cleaning service, friendly staff, providing of airport transport in a logical price.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2024

    7.0
    The hotel was OK. Nothing to write home about. But OK
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Airconditioning did not work

    The breakfast was particularly good.

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2024

    7.0
    Very good but few small issues
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Small rooms, a little noisy

    Location, cleanliness

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 October 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is my third stay here,and unfortunately hotel is a bit rundown ,the door of the bathroom didn’t close,and tap in the shower was on the verge of breaking.The room itself is well decorated,but the facilities need additional maintenance.

    Central location,24 hour desk

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise from the street at night. No card payment accepted for airport transfer. Small bathroom with a half door not providing privacy.

    Short walking distance to the tram and metro. Tasty breakfests, nice and helpful service.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2024

    9.0
    Great location & food :)
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just that the water doesn’t get super hot

    Location, amazing breakfast every morning!

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathroom door is just very impractical.

    Great location and value for money. Staff were helpful and friendly.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Slow WiFi connection,

    Nice stuff, decent breakfast, comfortable bed

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2024

    8.0
    Pleasant place, helpful staff and clean. Thank you
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing in particular

    Location, cleanliness and helpful staff

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2024

    8.0
    Very good.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast items need more variety and waiters should be more professional.

    Location

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2024

    8.0
    Nice stay, but poor breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast was very poor. There was no fruit, just some orange slices, and no sweet options beside milk, cereals, and jams. Considering that most of the guests are internationals, they should consider that not everybody wants to eat grilled vegetables as first thing in the morning.

    The location is very central and well connected. The neighbourhood is really alive, and you get a great view of the mosques from the window of the room. Also, reception is 24h. The hotell is very clean and they provide toiletries (shampoo, gel shower, conditioner, beauty kit, sewing kit, flip flops, ...).

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very good hotel and also location. Unfortunately didn’t tried breakfast

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 July 2024

    9.0
    A good value, welcoming hotel in a terrific location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 12 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly, great location, clean, well-equipped rooms. I’ve stayed here several times and am always happy to come back. Really nice staff who always look after me well.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2024

    9.0
    I can definitely recommend it.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hotel is professionally restored. Entrance and stairs are very unique and you feel like you’re in a five star hotel. Breakfast had many choices. Clean, modern and everything was working well. Internet access, air conditioners. Staff were so kind and helpful.It was above my expectations. Thanks a lot :)

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 July 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room
    • Stayed 8 nights

    Location is great for people who wants to avoid crowded streets but wats to be closer to the touristic places. Rooms are small but good organized. From the 5th floor we can see GoldenHorn and Sultanahmet Mosque. Breakfast was good but a little bit specific comparing to usual European hotel breakfast. A lot of vegetables and olives, few meet and eggs.

    Stayed in June 2024

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