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Reviews of Galatower Hotel 3 stars

Bereketzade Mah. Lalelicesme Sok. No 10 Galata , Beyoglu, 34200 Istanbul, Turkey

#1223 of 2,460 hotels in Istanbul

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Review score

Based on 626 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.0

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    7.9

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.3

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  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    9.0
    Everything excelent except for weak Wi-Fi
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Triple Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Only bad thing about this hotel is very weak and unreliable Wi-Fi on the 1st floor.

    Staff is perfect, very kind. Location is very good, hotel is clean and comfortable and the rooftop is awesome.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The gentlemen running the hotel were extremely helpful and friendly. They also organized a taxi that did not rip me off when I had to leave! It is close to all the tourist sites.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Staff very helpful Good location Close to Galata tower

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    7.0
    Great location& good for sleeping and exploring the city
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Worn down a little, hotel could use some updating It was a little cold, no heating but the AC. Like I said before: great for sleeping and exploring the city; not so great if you wish to spend more time at the hotel.

    Nice hotel in a very good location close to Galata Tower. We booked the economy bedroom (would not recommend) and were upgraded for free (thanks!!!) for the last two nights to a standard bedroom in the second floor (would definitely recommend). Great hotel if you plan to explore the city and only sleep here, if you want to relax at the hotel I would recommend booking a hotel with a spa/hamam option. Best thing about the hotel: the rooftop! Such amazing views!!!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 April 2024

    8.0
    Good Value for Money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The property is very close to Galata Tower and the busy shopping street. The terrace on the 5th floor has a good view of Galata tower and Bosphorois. I would like to thank Ibrahim for upgrading me from standard room to 4th floor. He is so friendly and he answer all my question and give good advices. The room is a bit old but its clean and the bed is comfortable. They have free tea and coffee at the lobby. Just be cautious not to bring big luggage because the street going to the hotel is steep.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I have made a reservation with credit card and yet we were asked to pay in cash only. Only after some discussion we were allowed to pay by credit card. Rooms have some wear and tear, broken showers, etc. Not a big deal, one should expect such things.

    The location of the hotel is very good - 200 meters from Galata tower and not noisy at all. Turkish coffee and tea offered at the reception. The terrace for breakfast is fabulous - great overview of the tower and the old town Istanbul. Double deluxe rooms were small, but well furnished and from the 3rd floor with a nice view. Rooms were clean and tidy. Day receptionist is polite and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everyone was very kind and helpful. The location is great. We booked a ground-floor room and they gave us a 5th floor room. I definitely recommend it.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Clean, location is perfect, price worth it

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    9.0
    We stayed for 3 days 2 nights, overall is perfect! Unable to turn on the tv on 1st day but they fixed the next day! Room
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There is mold on the wall and ceiling need good maintainance about the building and for a good health of the customer.

    Strategic, near to Galata Tower, everything is nearby. Of course you will sweat more because up and down hill still okay for young people.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 March 2024

    9.0
    Recommended
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel was in a lovely old area of Istanbul, with a good deal of gentrification taking place all around. The staff were really friendly and helpful all the way through our stay. We thoroughly enjoyed the breakfast and it is available until 11am which was good for us. The room was nicely decorated and we had a kettle and fridge

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2024

    7.0
    Comfy beds and great breakfast view, but the staff is unfriendly and want to fool you
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Unfriendly staff, feels like they always want to fool you. Bad isolation in the rooms, you can hear what's going on in the room next to you. Weird noises were coming from the ventilation pipe, which probably was leading to a trash container also brining some smells from there + smell of smoke

    good location, very close to the the main lively area. Breakfast was served on the rooftop with a great view. Beds are comfy and clean

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is great, just in the middle of the old town. We have enjoyed a nice view on Bosfor from the window, you could see all the mosks and in the morning could hear all the prayers (if you open the window). Our host Amar was exceptional, helped us with everything and even quickly sketched for us a plan for the day with all the best places to see and nice restaurants to stop on the way - and they were great. I've never seen such dedicated and thoutful service - many thanks, mate!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    9.0
    Best value for money in perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Perfect location

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    9.0
    Perfect hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bathroom was cold

    Location

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 February 2024

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

    Room is old, need to innovation.

    Good location, easy walk to Galata bridge, Taksim square and tram/metro station.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

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

    The toilet paper was running out, and the towels were not being replaced, so we had constantly given to chase the reception. There was a small minibar in the room but didn't have any stock ,the drinks were o ly at the reception, as well the kettle needs to be changed as it seemed really old and was not switching on

    The location is great, and the staff was super friendly. The room was a good value for the money, but still, the service needs a bit of improvement,

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The location was great. The price was competitive. Room was spacious and quiet. Shower was hot (shower glass could have been cleaner) Overall it was of good standard and value.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Deluxe Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast

    Location

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2024

    8.0
    Decent value for money, check the wifi though
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Even though it was advertised as basement room some things could have been better. Most importantly there was hardly any wifi signal in my room at all and I tried all the available hotel wifis Some things, like the hair drier, the toilet button and some sockets were not in good shape

    Very close location to the Galatower. Taksim square and most important Mosques in walking distance

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2024

    7.0
    A good value for money hotel at touristic centre
    • Solo traveller
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cleanliness of washroom was pretty dismal and would require a bit more effort.

    I checked in this hotel fairly late at night and they did have 24/7 receptions and they do provide one with local sim for extra cost which was super convenient. The location is perfect with Galatower just few mins walk where there is plenty of cafe, restaurant and bars.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    7.0
    Sufficient for 1 night
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Couldn’t lock room door from outside, had to deposit baggage at reception. No hot water in the shower. Was okay for one night …

    Very central, nice staff

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some new pillows would make it even better!! I have a neck problem though, and I'm sensitive!

    The location is perfect!! People are great at the hotel, very helpful!! Totally value for money

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 December 2023

    8.0
    Great Value for Money, In a Great Location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The shower room had a strong scent of drains / sewerage at times.

    Great little hotel, location was perfect, the rooms were really nice, traditional design and comfy. Staff were excellent.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Budget Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast, was not the greatest. However, when we talked about it to the staff, they apologised, and the next day they surprised us with a super nice special breakfast.

    Great location, pretty rooms and comfortable. Staff was extremely friendly and helpful

    Stayed in September 2023

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