Selvese Collection Hotel Galata 1875
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About this property
Selvese Collection Hotel Galata 1875 provides flawless service and all the necessary facilities for visitors.Stay connected with your associates, as complimentary Wi-Fi is available during your entire visit. To facilitate your arrival and d...
Location
With a stay at Selvese Collection Hotel Galata 1875 in Istanbul (Istanbul City Center), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Suleymaniye Mosque and Taksim Square
Restaurant
Elevator/Lift
Concierge
Valet parking
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Room options
1
Suite Executive Queen Bed
Room details
1 Double Bed
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 8
Double Penthouse
Sleeps 4
Suite Three Beds
Sleeps 8
Studio Queen Size Bed
Sleeps 5
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Safe
Guest reviews of Selvese Collection Hotel Galata 1875
8.4
Very good
Based on 653 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
29%
Family
29%
Group
40%
What guests think
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Travellers describe Selvese Suites, Serviced Living in Galata as a central, characterful base near the Galata Tower, with friendly, responsive staff, generally clean, comfortable rooms (many with kitchenettes or balconies), and an often-praised Turkish breakfast delivered to the room.
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Travellers describe Selvese Suites, Serviced Living in Galata as a central, characterful base near the Galata Tower, with friendly, responsive staff, generally clean, comfortable rooms (many with kitchenettes or balconies), and an often-praised Turkish breakfast delivered to the room.
Guests like the quiet yet lively neighbourhood with cafes and shops, and the easy access to trams, ferries and Istiklal Street, though the steep hills are worth noting. Recurring downsides include very small bathrooms, occasional shower leaks or flooding, noisy or inadequate climate control, and a few reports of missed breakfasts, housekeeping lapses, room mismatches, or disputes over changes and refunds. Overall, expect a well-located, good-value stay with personable service and variable room quirks.
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Facilities
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Margaret
12 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Appreciated luggage storage and help from Mehmet in booking a taxi to the airport. We stayed twice in between overnight tour with Crowded Hose tours to Gallipoli and Troy. Was great to take overnight luggage only and know the rest was safe in Istanbul. The Galata and Tophane area is convenient area to stay. T1 tram and Bosporus boats close by. Uphill walk to the Galata Tower with 360 views and history. Family room with balcony was in better condition than without. Little things like toilet button, but both have very tight space on bathroom. No door on second bedroom with twin bed. Good kitchen set up if you want to cook, but plenty of places to eat out close by. Supermarket and convenience stores also close. We had a traditional Turkish breakfast delivered at 8 on our last day, but made own breakfast other days. Used service to wash clothes based on weight of laundry bag with same day return handy when traveling. We were helped by staff at night when needed assistance with room key working, an iron etc but wanted to call out Mehmet who during the day gave us extra extra support.
Appreciated luggage storage and help from Mehmet in booking a taxi to the airport. We stayed twice in between overnight tour with Crowded Hose tours to Gallipoli and Troy. Was great to take overnight luggage only and know the rest was safe in Istanbul. The Galata and Tophane area is convenient area to stay. T1 tram and Bosporus boats close by. Uphill walk to the Galata Tower with 360 views and history. Family room with balcony was in better condition than without. Little things like toilet button, but both have very tight space on bathroom. No door on second bedroom with twin bed. Good kitchen set up if you want to cook, but plenty of places to eat out close by. Supermarket and convenience stores also close. We had a traditional Turkish breakfast delivered at 8 on our last day, but made own breakfast other days. Used service to wash clothes based on weight of laundry bag with same day return handy when traveling. We were helped by staff at night when needed assistance with room key working, an iron etc but wanted to call out Mehmet who during the day gave us extra extra support.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found the hotel and rooms very clean, but some reported issues like mold, odors, stained towels, and inconsistent housekeeping or toiletry replenishment.
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Mohamed
30 Aug 2022
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Stayed 6 nights
Nous avons été tres déçu à l'arrivee car nous avons réservé une suite donnons sur la ville nous avons reçu une suite donnons sur l'arriere avec une issue de secours dans la chambre donnant sur les escaliers de secours Materiel moyen le placard haut de la cuisine s est detache et a failli tomber sur un de mes enfants Douche qui s'est cassee sans etre remplacée Produits toilettes il faut systématiquement les demander sinon ils ne sont pas déposés chaque jour Nous sommes restés 6 nuits les draps n'ont pas été changés
Nous avons été tres déçu à l'arrivee car nous avons réservé une suite donnons sur la ville nous avons reçu une suite donnons sur l'arriere avec une issue de secours dans la chambre donnant sur les escaliers de secours Materiel moyen le placard haut de la cuisine s est detache et a failli tomber sur un de mes enfants Douche qui s'est cassee sans etre remplacée Produits toilettes il faut systématiquement les demander sinon ils ne sont pas déposés chaque jour Nous sommes restés 6 nuits les draps n'ont pas été changés
10
Sharon
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very happy with our stay. Nice studio, clean and new. Very responsive staff through whatsapp.
Very happy with our stay. Nice studio, clean and new. Very responsive staff through whatsapp.
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Ghost Star
24 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The property worked for us. Great location for shopping, food and exploring. $15 taxi to the grand bazaar. The bathroom would not be good for an over sized person. Or someone with mobility issues. There was mold on the floor next to the shower and the bedroom curtain was on the floor when we arrived. My husband fixed part of it so we had darkness, but couldn’t fix the other part. King bed was all springs. Husband checked and it was upside down. Not sure why and didn’t want to flip it over and find out. Kitchen was nice. Fridge, sink and small microwave. Tea kettle and I think a coffee maker. It’s not as bad as this may sound and maybe the hotel will fix these issues once they read this. The staff was great and very attentive and friendly. We stayed in the family suite.
The property worked for us. Great location for shopping, food and exploring. $15 taxi to the grand bazaar. The bathroom would not be good for an over sized person. Or someone with mobility issues. There was mold on the floor next to the shower and the bedroom curtain was on the floor when we arrived. My husband fixed part of it so we had darkness, but couldn’t fix the other part. King bed was all springs. Husband checked and it was upside down. Not sure why and didn’t want to flip it over and find out. Kitchen was nice. Fridge, sink and small microwave. Tea kettle and I think a coffee maker. It’s not as bad as this may sound and maybe the hotel will fix these issues once they read this. The staff was great and very attentive and friendly. We stayed in the family suite.
4
Jörg
8 Oct 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Im Bett lagen schon bei unserer Ankunft Haare. Es war nicht sauber. Wir waren 4 Personen, Hygieneartikel gab es zunächst nur für 1 Person. Die Handtücher waren fleckig.Die “Suite” war für 4 Personen viel zu klein/eng.Das Zimmer wurde einen Tag überhaupt nicht geputzt. Gut ist die Lage.
Im Bett lagen schon bei unserer Ankunft Haare. Es war nicht sauber. Wir waren 4 Personen, Hygieneartikel gab es zunächst nur für 1 Person. Die Handtücher waren fleckig.Die “Suite” war für 4 Personen viel zu klein/eng.Das Zimmer wurde einen Tag überhaupt nicht geputzt. Gut ist die Lage.
6
PAOLA
27 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Appartamento pulito. Unica nota dolente : l’odore nelle stanze che sapevano di chiuso e un po’ di fumo. Forse era l’odore che usciva dalla bocchetta dell’aria condizionata , ma è stata la cosa che abbiamo notato tutti. Il balcone ha le scale antiche sui che lo attraversano.
Appartamento pulito. Unica nota dolente : l’odore nelle stanze che sapevano di chiuso e un po’ di fumo. Forse era l’odore che usciva dalla bocchetta dell’aria condizionata , ma è stata la cosa che abbiamo notato tutti. Il balcone ha le scale antiche sui che lo attraversano.
10
Shizu
8 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
清潔できれいなホテル。朝食は部屋で食べるが、とても美味しく、量も十分だった。
清潔できれいなホテル。朝食は部屋で食べるが、とても美味しく、量も十分だった。
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Dünyamin
27 Sept 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
War alles in allem gut, außer die tägliche Reinigung hat nicht immer so gut geklappt. Mitarbeiter waren sehr freundlich und das Frühstück im Zimmer war sehr gut.
War alles in allem gut, außer die tägliche Reinigung hat nicht immer so gut geklappt. Mitarbeiter waren sehr freundlich und das Frühstück im Zimmer war sehr gut.
10
Ria
5 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Really great hotel and room. Everything was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Super close to Galata Tower.
Really great hotel and room. Everything was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Super close to Galata Tower.
10
mike
2 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
A very nice and quiet hotel, very centrally located and clean, with a fair price. Top
A very nice and quiet hotel, very centrally located and clean, with a fair price. Top
10
Xueqian
8 Apr 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Friendly and helpful, get lots travel information from staffs , and cleaning is perfect. 1 min walking to a mini shop, close to public transportation and many attractions!
Friendly and helpful, get lots travel information from staffs , and cleaning is perfect. 1 min walking to a mini shop, close to public transportation and many attractions!
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Rooms
Rooms are generally comfortable, some with kitchenettes, balconies or terraces and occasional views, but bathrooms are often very small and several guests experienced shower leakage, loud or insufficient AC/heating, and worn or uncomfortable mattresses.
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Stephen G
13 Feb 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
The hotel room had no heat the entire stay. The provided space heaters but they did very little. There was a very large outside bathroom vent that let cold air in and a very noisy fan ran all day and night on the adjacent building by the vent. The only person that was very helpful at the front desk was named Onur
The hotel room had no heat the entire stay. The provided space heaters but they did very little. There was a very large outside bathroom vent that let cold air in and a very noisy fan ran all day and night on the adjacent building by the vent. The only person that was very helpful at the front desk was named Onur
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KANAE
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
今回ペントハウステラス付きに4泊しました。部屋番号は401です。リノベーション途中の感じでした。室内のドア周りは雑に塗られたコーキング剤がむき出しで気になりました。最も問題だったのはシャワーブースにはドアもシャワーカーテンもついていませんでした。シャワーを浴びればトイレの便器も床も水浸しになります。毎日タオル類を大量にリクエストして、バスルームの床に敷き詰めてからシャワーを浴びなければなりませんでした。夫との旅行でしたので、毎日2回その作業をしなければならず大変不便でした。部屋チェンジも視野に検討をお願いしましたが叶いませんでした。楽しいトルコ旅行がホテルスタッフとの喧嘩で嫌なものにしたくなくて、全て受け入れることにしました。大量のタオルさえあればなんとかなると夫と我慢することを選びました。特に最低だったのはレセプションにいるグレーヘアの男性スタッフです。慇懃無礼で大変失礼なスタッフでした。「部屋チェンジをお願いしてましたよね？」と観光から夕方戻った際に言うと、「あー残念、too late! 」と。「もう掃除してしまいましたからね」と意味不明の理由を冷たい笑顔で勝ち誇ったように言われたときには驚きました。マネージャーと話したいと言うと、外出中で15分したら戻るとのこと。しかし15分経っても連絡なし。自分で階下に降りマネージャーと話しました。言い合いになる感じだったので、せっかく毎日楽しく旅行ができているのに、シャワーブースのせいで残念な旅にはしたくなく諦めました。他のスタッフは大変親切で、一所懸命仕事をしていました。毎朝部屋に朝食を届けてくれるスタッフはどなたも優しくて親切でフレンドリーで気持ちが良かったです。あのレセプションのシニア男性スタッフさえいなければ我々は嫌な思いをせずに済みました。
今回ペントハウステラス付きに4泊しました。部屋番号は401です。リノベーション途中の感じでした。室内のドア周りは雑に塗られたコーキング剤がむき出しで気になりました。最も問題だったのはシャワーブースにはドアもシャワーカーテンもついていませんでした。シャワーを浴びればトイレの便器も床も水浸しになります。毎日タオル類を大量にリクエストして、バスルームの床に敷き詰めてからシャワーを浴びなければなりませんでした。夫との旅行でしたので、毎日2回その作業をしなければならず大変不便でした。部屋チェンジも視野に検討をお願いしましたが叶いませんでした。楽しいトルコ旅行がホテルスタッフとの喧嘩で嫌なものにしたくなくて、全て受け入れることにしました。大量のタオルさえあればなんとかなると夫と我慢することを選びました。特に最低だったのはレセプションにいるグレーヘアの男性スタッフです。慇懃無礼で大変失礼なスタッフでした。「部屋チェンジをお願いしてましたよね？」と観光から夕方戻った際に言うと、「あー残念、too late! 」と。「もう掃除してしまいましたからね」と意味不明の理由を冷たい笑顔で勝ち誇ったように言われたときには驚きました。マネージャーと話したいと言うと、外出中で15分したら戻るとのこと。しかし15分経っても連絡なし。自分で階下に降りマネージャーと話しました。言い合いになる感じだったので、せっかく毎日楽しく旅行ができているのに、シャワーブースのせいで残念な旅にはしたくなく諦めました。他のスタッフは大変親切で、一所懸命仕事をしていました。毎朝部屋に朝食を届けてくれるスタッフはどなたも優しくて親切でフレンドリーで気持ちが良かったです。あのレセプションのシニア男性スタッフさえいなければ我々は嫌な思いをせずに済みました。
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Lia
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed at Selvese Hotel and unfortunately had a major issue with the bathroom. There was a noticeable gap between the shower and the floor, which caused water to flood out every time someone used it. With four of us sharing one bathroom, it became completely unusable for the rest of the day after just one shower — a serious inconvenience. We raised the issue with management hoping for a solution, but were only offered a mop, which didn’t solve the underlying problem. It was disappointing that nothing more was done to address the situation during our stay. Aside from that, the hotel itself was fine. The location was convenient and within walking distance to most tourist spots, which we appreciated. But unfortunately, the bathroom issue really affected the quality of our experience.
We stayed at Selvese Hotel and unfortunately had a major issue with the bathroom. There was a noticeable gap between the shower and the floor, which caused water to flood out every time someone used it. With four of us sharing one bathroom, it became completely unusable for the rest of the day after just one shower — a serious inconvenience. We raised the issue with management hoping for a solution, but were only offered a mop, which didn’t solve the underlying problem. It was disappointing that nothing more was done to address the situation during our stay. Aside from that, the hotel itself was fine. The location was convenient and within walking distance to most tourist spots, which we appreciated. But unfortunately, the bathroom issue really affected the quality of our experience.
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Uladzislau
17 Jan 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The location is very convenient and quiet. However, the hotel, situated in an old building, was advertised as a place for 4 with 2 bathrooms. We were surprised to discover only one tiny bathroom, and both rooms were not very comfortable.and beds were not comfortable
The location is very convenient and quiet. However, the hotel, situated in an old building, was advertised as a place for 4 with 2 bathrooms. We were surprised to discover only one tiny bathroom, and both rooms were not very comfortable.and beds were not comfortable
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Alexandra
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Deuxième séjour dans cet hôtel, l’emplacement est vraiment top. Chambre bien équipée et silencieuse. Points forts de la chambre, kitchenette et balcon.
Deuxième séjour dans cet hôtel, l’emplacement est vraiment top. Chambre bien équipée et silencieuse. Points forts de la chambre, kitchenette et balcon.
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Victor
29 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Improve water in showers and Air conditioning was not working in room 204
Improve water in showers and Air conditioning was not working in room 204
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Sylvia
4 Jul 2022
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Stayed 7 nights
I loved my personal balcony and the kitchenette! This place is in easy walking distance to the trolley that takes you to the old city, and walking distance to the shopping and crowds in Taksim -- but in a nice quiet neighborhood with great coffee shops, bookstores, and access to the "hipster" streets of Karakoy. The staff was super!
I loved my personal balcony and the kitchenette! This place is in easy walking distance to the trolley that takes you to the old city, and walking distance to the shopping and crowds in Taksim -- but in a nice quiet neighborhood with great coffee shops, bookstores, and access to the "hipster" streets of Karakoy. The staff was super!
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Ghost Star
24 May 2025
·
Stayed 4 nights
The property worked for us. Great location for shopping, food and exploring. $15 taxi to the grand bazaar. The bathroom would not be good for an over sized person. Or someone with mobility issues. There was mold on the floor next to the shower and the bedroom curtain was on the floor when we arrived. My husband fixed part of it so we had darkness, but couldn’t fix the other part. King bed was all springs. Husband checked and it was upside down. Not sure why and didn’t want to flip it over and find out. Kitchen was nice. Fridge, sink and small microwave. Tea kettle and I think a coffee maker. It’s not as bad as this may sound and maybe the hotel will fix these issues once they read this. The staff was great and very attentive and friendly. We stayed in the family suite.
The property worked for us. Great location for shopping, food and exploring. $15 taxi to the grand bazaar. The bathroom would not be good for an over sized person. Or someone with mobility issues. There was mold on the floor next to the shower and the bedroom curtain was on the floor when we arrived. My husband fixed part of it so we had darkness, but couldn’t fix the other part. King bed was all springs. Husband checked and it was upside down. Not sure why and didn’t want to flip it over and find out. Kitchen was nice. Fridge, sink and small microwave. Tea kettle and I think a coffee maker. It’s not as bad as this may sound and maybe the hotel will fix these issues once they read this. The staff was great and very attentive and friendly. We stayed in the family suite.
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Christoph
24 May 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Cons: bathroom good for a Hobbit it's so small. Toilet seat does not remain up and will lay on your back all the time. Kitchen light so dim that you can't see anything. All led lights are cool white which is awful, most lights in bedroom don't work except for one, some table light shades are crooked, the A/C fan speed stuck on high and air pressure forces you to really push on bedroom door to open it. Air hit me in the face all night causing throat pain. Queen size bed takes up most of the room leaving barely any space behind it to pass. We were 4 guests and they gave us 3 towels. They wanted to charge us for 2 extra guests when we had booked the suite and not per person, so we had to argue with with them about this when we had just landed and very tired. Overall the only upside is the location, otherwise I'd have looked for something better. Pictures on Expedia are inaccurate.
Cons: bathroom good for a Hobbit it's so small. Toilet seat does not remain up and will lay on your back all the time. Kitchen light so dim that you can't see anything. All led lights are cool white which is awful, most lights in bedroom don't work except for one, some table light shades are crooked, the A/C fan speed stuck on high and air pressure forces you to really push on bedroom door to open it. Air hit me in the face all night causing throat pain. Queen size bed takes up most of the room leaving barely any space behind it to pass. We were 4 guests and they gave us 3 towels. They wanted to charge us for 2 extra guests when we had booked the suite and not per person, so we had to argue with with them about this when we had just landed and very tired. Overall the only upside is the location, otherwise I'd have looked for something better. Pictures on Expedia are inaccurate.
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Raymond
13 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Large modern room, nice breakfast, walking distance to the tram
Large modern room, nice breakfast, walking distance to the tram
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Service
Staff are widely described as friendly, attentive and responsive (including via WhatsApp), assisting with luggage, taxis and local tips; a few guests reported poor resolution of problems, billing disputes or refund issues.
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Debra
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I really enjoyed staying at this property. Before I even arrived the staff responded promptly to all my inquiries. Their communication with guests has been the best I have experienced in all my years of staying at hotels. The staff was so accommodating and friendly. The room was clean, comfortable and we (my family) had our own spaces. We stayed in a 2 bedroom type apartment. I would stay here again.
I really enjoyed staying at this property. Before I even arrived the staff responded promptly to all my inquiries. Their communication with guests has been the best I have experienced in all my years of staying at hotels. The staff was so accommodating and friendly. The room was clean, comfortable and we (my family) had our own spaces. We stayed in a 2 bedroom type apartment. I would stay here again.
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KANAE
9 Mar 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
今回ペントハウステラス付きに4泊しました。部屋番号は401です。リノベーション途中の感じでした。室内のドア周りは雑に塗られたコーキング剤がむき出しで気になりました。最も問題だったのはシャワーブースにはドアもシャワーカーテンもついていませんでした。シャワーを浴びればトイレの便器も床も水浸しになります。毎日タオル類を大量にリクエストして、バスルームの床に敷き詰めてからシャワーを浴びなければなりませんでした。夫との旅行でしたので、毎日2回その作業をしなければならず大変不便でした。部屋チェンジも視野に検討をお願いしましたが叶いませんでした。楽しいトルコ旅行がホテルスタッフとの喧嘩で嫌なものにしたくなくて、全て受け入れることにしました。大量のタオルさえあればなんとかなると夫と我慢することを選びました。特に最低だったのはレセプションにいるグレーヘアの男性スタッフです。慇懃無礼で大変失礼なスタッフでした。「部屋チェンジをお願いしてましたよね？」と観光から夕方戻った際に言うと、「あー残念、too late! 」と。「もう掃除してしまいましたからね」と意味不明の理由を冷たい笑顔で勝ち誇ったように言われたときには驚きました。マネージャーと話したいと言うと、外出中で15分したら戻るとのこと。しかし15分経っても連絡なし。自分で階下に降りマネージャーと話しました。言い合いになる感じだったので、せっかく毎日楽しく旅行ができているのに、シャワーブースのせいで残念な旅にはしたくなく諦めました。他のスタッフは大変親切で、一所懸命仕事をしていました。毎朝部屋に朝食を届けてくれるスタッフはどなたも優しくて親切でフレンドリーで気持ちが良かったです。あのレセプションのシニア男性スタッフさえいなければ我々は嫌な思いをせずに済みました。
今回ペントハウステラス付きに4泊しました。部屋番号は401です。リノベーション途中の感じでした。室内のドア周りは雑に塗られたコーキング剤がむき出しで気になりました。最も問題だったのはシャワーブースにはドアもシャワーカーテンもついていませんでした。シャワーを浴びればトイレの便器も床も水浸しになります。毎日タオル類を大量にリクエストして、バスルームの床に敷き詰めてからシャワーを浴びなければなりませんでした。夫との旅行でしたので、毎日2回その作業をしなければならず大変不便でした。部屋チェンジも視野に検討をお願いしましたが叶いませんでした。楽しいトルコ旅行がホテルスタッフとの喧嘩で嫌なものにしたくなくて、全て受け入れることにしました。大量のタオルさえあればなんとかなると夫と我慢することを選びました。特に最低だったのはレセプションにいるグレーヘアの男性スタッフです。慇懃無礼で大変失礼なスタッフでした。「部屋チェンジをお願いしてましたよね？」と観光から夕方戻った際に言うと、「あー残念、too late! 」と。「もう掃除してしまいましたからね」と意味不明の理由を冷たい笑顔で勝ち誇ったように言われたときには驚きました。マネージャーと話したいと言うと、外出中で15分したら戻るとのこと。しかし15分経っても連絡なし。自分で階下に降りマネージャーと話しました。言い合いになる感じだったので、せっかく毎日楽しく旅行ができているのに、シャワーブースのせいで残念な旅にはしたくなく諦めました。他のスタッフは大変親切で、一所懸命仕事をしていました。毎朝部屋に朝食を届けてくれるスタッフはどなたも優しくて親切でフレンドリーで気持ちが良かったです。あのレセプションのシニア男性スタッフさえいなければ我々は嫌な思いをせずに済みました。
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Hema
10 Jun 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Great location, and excellent service at the front desk. Nice rooms. Very good value for the money. Terrible experience with the airport-shuttle service. The hotel contracts out the service. There was confusion during both pick-up and drop-off. It didn't help that the drivers spoke almost no English. We almost missed our flight.
Great location, and excellent service at the front desk. Nice rooms. Very good value for the money. Terrible experience with the airport-shuttle service. The hotel contracts out the service. There was confusion during both pick-up and drop-off. It didn't help that the drivers spoke almost no English. We almost missed our flight.
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Nancy
19 Jun 2025
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Stayed 9 nights
We couldn’t stay due to a cat allergy and the hotel refused to make any efforts to refund any part of a 9 day reservation that was not used
We couldn’t stay due to a cat allergy and the hotel refused to make any efforts to refund any part of a 9 day reservation that was not used
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Fine
11 Dec 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
Perfect location. And very, very friendly staff.
Perfect location. And very, very friendly staff.
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Margaret
12 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Appreciated luggage storage and help from Mehmet in booking a taxi to the airport. We stayed twice in between overnight tour with Crowded Hose tours to Gallipoli and Troy. Was great to take overnight luggage only and know the rest was safe in Istanbul. The Galata and Tophane area is convenient area to stay. T1 tram and Bosporus boats close by. Uphill walk to the Galata Tower with 360 views and history. Family room with balcony was in better condition than without. Little things like toilet button, but both have very tight space on bathroom. No door on second bedroom with twin bed. Good kitchen set up if you want to cook, but plenty of places to eat out close by. Supermarket and convenience stores also close. We had a traditional Turkish breakfast delivered at 8 on our last day, but made own breakfast other days. Used service to wash clothes based on weight of laundry bag with same day return handy when traveling. We were helped by staff at night when needed assistance with room key working, an iron etc but wanted to call out Mehmet who during the day gave us extra extra support.
Appreciated luggage storage and help from Mehmet in booking a taxi to the airport. We stayed twice in between overnight tour with Crowded Hose tours to Gallipoli and Troy. Was great to take overnight luggage only and know the rest was safe in Istanbul. The Galata and Tophane area is convenient area to stay. T1 tram and Bosporus boats close by. Uphill walk to the Galata Tower with 360 views and history. Family room with balcony was in better condition than without. Little things like toilet button, but both have very tight space on bathroom. No door on second bedroom with twin bed. Good kitchen set up if you want to cook, but plenty of places to eat out close by. Supermarket and convenience stores also close. We had a traditional Turkish breakfast delivered at 8 on our last day, but made own breakfast other days. Used service to wash clothes based on weight of laundry bag with same day return handy when traveling. We were helped by staff at night when needed assistance with room key working, an iron etc but wanted to call out Mehmet who during the day gave us extra extra support.
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Sharon
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Very happy with our stay. Nice studio, clean and new. Very responsive staff through whatsapp.
Very happy with our stay. Nice studio, clean and new. Very responsive staff through whatsapp.
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GHASSAN
19 Dec 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
i love the place staff were xtra frienly and helpfull
i love the place staff were xtra frienly and helpfull
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Christian
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I'm American stayed here Oct 6-8. Its WELL LOCATED between Istikal and Kadikoy , and 10 minutes walking to Galata Tower, Ist Modern, and the Sishane Metro stop. The local neighborhood has some small restaurants, coffee shops, and retailers, but still very quiet for good sleeping. Staff were friendly and helpful. I would stay again.
I'm American stayed here Oct 6-8. Its WELL LOCATED between Istikal and Kadikoy , and 10 minutes walking to Galata Tower, Ist Modern, and the Sishane Metro stop. The local neighborhood has some small restaurants, coffee shops, and retailers, but still very quiet for good sleeping. Staff were friendly and helpful. I would stay again.
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Christoph
24 May 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Cons: bathroom good for a Hobbit it's so small. Toilet seat does not remain up and will lay on your back all the time. Kitchen light so dim that you can't see anything. All led lights are cool white which is awful, most lights in bedroom don't work except for one, some table light shades are crooked, the A/C fan speed stuck on high and air pressure forces you to really push on bedroom door to open it. Air hit me in the face all night causing throat pain. Queen size bed takes up most of the room leaving barely any space behind it to pass. We were 4 guests and they gave us 3 towels. They wanted to charge us for 2 extra guests when we had booked the suite and not per person, so we had to argue with with them about this when we had just landed and very tired. Overall the only upside is the location, otherwise I'd have looked for something better. Pictures on Expedia are inaccurate.
Cons: bathroom good for a Hobbit it's so small. Toilet seat does not remain up and will lay on your back all the time. Kitchen light so dim that you can't see anything. All led lights are cool white which is awful, most lights in bedroom don't work except for one, some table light shades are crooked, the A/C fan speed stuck on high and air pressure forces you to really push on bedroom door to open it. Air hit me in the face all night causing throat pain. Queen size bed takes up most of the room leaving barely any space behind it to pass. We were 4 guests and they gave us 3 towels. They wanted to charge us for 2 extra guests when we had booked the suite and not per person, so we had to argue with with them about this when we had just landed and very tired. Overall the only upside is the location, otherwise I'd have looked for something better. Pictures on Expedia are inaccurate.
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Location
Central, walkable base near Galata Tower with easy access to trams, ferries and Istiklal; the neighbourhood offers many cafes and shops and is generally quiet at night, though the hills can be steep.
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Angelo
6 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent position both for sightseeing sultanhamet and enjoying nightlife in galata.
Excellent position both for sightseeing sultanhamet and enjoying nightlife in galata.
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Michelle
24 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Love the neighborhood. Very close to Galata and easy to catch ferries and other transportation to other areas of istanbul
Love the neighborhood. Very close to Galata and easy to catch ferries and other transportation to other areas of istanbul
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Corinne
8 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel. Walk up the street to Galata Tower. Walk a different direction up the street for Istiklal Street. We had a driver so didn’t try the public transport.
Great hotel. Walk up the street to Galata Tower. Walk a different direction up the street for Istiklal Street. We had a driver so didn’t try the public transport.
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Alan
7 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Very nice hotel in the Karikoy area. Staff are friendly and the location is convenient to walk around. Close to the waterfront and easily walkable to Galata and the Fatih district
Very nice hotel in the Karikoy area. Staff are friendly and the location is convenient to walk around. Close to the waterfront and easily walkable to Galata and the Fatih district
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Alexandra
30 Sept 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Deuxième séjour dans cet hôtel, l’emplacement est vraiment top. Chambre bien équipée et silencieuse. Points forts de la chambre, kitchenette et balcon.
Deuxième séjour dans cet hôtel, l’emplacement est vraiment top. Chambre bien équipée et silencieuse. Points forts de la chambre, kitchenette et balcon.
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Paul
28 Sept 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
An amazing base away from the busy and popular old city. The neighbourhood we stayed in was spectacular, with amazing restaurants, shops and sites to see! Most notably a short walk to the amazing Galata Tower! Yes you weren’t in the centre of the old city, but it was a short walk to the tram and only a few stops until you arrive to a wonderful and bustling area to explore. The hotel was character filled and quaint! The staff were friendly and had good enough English to communicate, especially the night shift manager, who was very helpful. The room was relatively small in size, but there was enough space to accommodate 4 guest s (including 2 teenagers). The bathroom was on the small side, and was the only let down of the property l. Otherwise a great place to stay for a short trip!
An amazing base away from the busy and popular old city. The neighbourhood we stayed in was spectacular, with amazing restaurants, shops and sites to see! Most notably a short walk to the amazing Galata Tower! Yes you weren’t in the centre of the old city, but it was a short walk to the tram and only a few stops until you arrive to a wonderful and bustling area to explore. The hotel was character filled and quaint! The staff were friendly and had good enough English to communicate, especially the night shift manager, who was very helpful. The room was relatively small in size, but there was enough space to accommodate 4 guest s (including 2 teenagers). The bathroom was on the small side, and was the only let down of the property l. Otherwise a great place to stay for a short trip!
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Margaret
12 Sept 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Appreciated luggage storage and help from Mehmet in booking a taxi to the airport. We stayed twice in between overnight tour with Crowded Hose tours to Gallipoli and Troy. Was great to take overnight luggage only and know the rest was safe in Istanbul. The Galata and Tophane area is convenient area to stay. T1 tram and Bosporus boats close by. Uphill walk to the Galata Tower with 360 views and history. Family room with balcony was in better condition than without. Little things like toilet button, but both have very tight space on bathroom. No door on second bedroom with twin bed. Good kitchen set up if you want to cook, but plenty of places to eat out close by. Supermarket and convenience stores also close. We had a traditional Turkish breakfast delivered at 8 on our last day, but made own breakfast other days. Used service to wash clothes based on weight of laundry bag with same day return handy when traveling. We were helped by staff at night when needed assistance with room key working, an iron etc but wanted to call out Mehmet who during the day gave us extra extra support.
Appreciated luggage storage and help from Mehmet in booking a taxi to the airport. We stayed twice in between overnight tour with Crowded Hose tours to Gallipoli and Troy. Was great to take overnight luggage only and know the rest was safe in Istanbul. The Galata and Tophane area is convenient area to stay. T1 tram and Bosporus boats close by. Uphill walk to the Galata Tower with 360 views and history. Family room with balcony was in better condition than without. Little things like toilet button, but both have very tight space on bathroom. No door on second bedroom with twin bed. Good kitchen set up if you want to cook, but plenty of places to eat out close by. Supermarket and convenience stores also close. We had a traditional Turkish breakfast delivered at 8 on our last day, but made own breakfast other days. Used service to wash clothes based on weight of laundry bag with same day return handy when traveling. We were helped by staff at night when needed assistance with room key working, an iron etc but wanted to call out Mehmet who during the day gave us extra extra support.
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Christian
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I'm American stayed here Oct 6-8. Its WELL LOCATED between Istikal and Kadikoy , and 10 minutes walking to Galata Tower, Ist Modern, and the Sishane Metro stop. The local neighborhood has some small restaurants, coffee shops, and retailers, but still very quiet for good sleeping. Staff were friendly and helpful. I would stay again.
I'm American stayed here Oct 6-8. Its WELL LOCATED between Istikal and Kadikoy , and 10 minutes walking to Galata Tower, Ist Modern, and the Sishane Metro stop. The local neighborhood has some small restaurants, coffee shops, and retailers, but still very quiet for good sleeping. Staff were friendly and helpful. I would stay again.
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Laura
2 Oct 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Small working class neighborhood but short walk to tram, Galata tower, nice restaurants. Very charming boutique hotel.
Small working class neighborhood but short walk to tram, Galata tower, nice restaurants. Very charming boutique hotel.
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Douglas
22 Apr 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Large comfortable room in small hotel. Great access to Galata district and close to Galata bridge. Walkable to Blue mosque etc. Defya hip neighborhood with tons of restaurants and bars
Large comfortable room in small hotel. Great access to Galata district and close to Galata bridge. Walkable to Blue mosque etc. Defya hip neighborhood with tons of restaurants and bars
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Dining
Breakfast is usually delivered to the room and frequently praised as tasty and generous, though a few guests mentioned limited items or inconsistent delivery.
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Nouman
2 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We recently stayed at Selvese Suites in Istanbul for two days, and unfortunately, our experience was extremely disappointing. To start with, the flush in the bathroom was broken, which is unacceptable for any hotel, let alone one that advertises itself as a “suite.” Even worse, they completely misrepresented the sleeping arrangements — they advertised sofas as actual beds, and we ended up having to sleep on uncomfortable sofas instead of proper beds. There were no comforters provided, no drinking water available in the room, and we had to explicitly ask for these basic necessities. The entire place felt hastily thrown together in a “Frankenstein” way, with odd combinations of furniture and design that made the space feel cramped and far smaller than advertised. Overall, we felt misled and very uncomfortable during our stay. I would not recommend Selvese Suites to anyone looking for a comfortable or honest accommodation experience in Istanbul. Also, they bring breakfast in your room with limited items, another false advertisement.
We recently stayed at Selvese Suites in Istanbul for two days, and unfortunately, our experience was extremely disappointing. To start with, the flush in the bathroom was broken, which is unacceptable for any hotel, let alone one that advertises itself as a “suite.” Even worse, they completely misrepresented the sleeping arrangements — they advertised sofas as actual beds, and we ended up having to sleep on uncomfortable sofas instead of proper beds. There were no comforters provided, no drinking water available in the room, and we had to explicitly ask for these basic necessities. The entire place felt hastily thrown together in a “Frankenstein” way, with odd combinations of furniture and design that made the space feel cramped and far smaller than advertised. Overall, we felt misled and very uncomfortable during our stay. I would not recommend Selvese Suites to anyone looking for a comfortable or honest accommodation experience in Istanbul. Also, they bring breakfast in your room with limited items, another false advertisement.
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Misty
22 May 2024
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Stayed 8 nights
It was a nice hotel. The staff was very friendly! The location was very walkable to many of the top locations The problem I had was 1. We were booked for a balcony but that was not a big deal because our room was large. 2. We were suppose to have breakfast every morning and we only received it 2 of the 7 mornings. Even when I inquired about my breakfast we still did not get it. I would recommend the hotel to someone as long as they know what they are getting and for the price it was worth it.
It was a nice hotel. The staff was very friendly! The location was very walkable to many of the top locations The problem I had was 1. We were booked for a balcony but that was not a big deal because our room was large. 2. We were suppose to have breakfast every morning and we only received it 2 of the 7 mornings. Even when I inquired about my breakfast we still did not get it. I would recommend the hotel to someone as long as they know what they are getting and for the price it was worth it.
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Tina
19 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Its location is convenient to anything you may need, front desk is manned 24 hours and they were very helpful. Breakfast was wonderful and served in our room. Keep in mind Istanbul is very hilly, so what goes up must go down.😊
Its location is convenient to anything you may need, front desk is manned 24 hours and they were very helpful. Breakfast was wonderful and served in our room. Keep in mind Istanbul is very hilly, so what goes up must go down.😊
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Olga
3 Jan 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Я в восторге от этого милого отельчика в самом сердце Каракёй. Я в восторге от сотрудников этого отеля. Очень милые люди,каждую минуту готовые придти на помощь. Моё проживание превзошло все ожидания. Все фото на сайте соответствуют действительности: стильные просторные номера, очень вкусный завтрак по- турецки( кахвалты), всё продумано до мелочей: подача,халаты,стильные наборы для душа от модного дома Atelier Rebul. Очень круто провела время,жаль,что мало. Рекомендую всем для проживания. Всё необходимое в шаговой доступности,гуляй- не хочу. Лично я вернусь обязательно.
Я в восторге от этого милого отельчика в самом сердце Каракёй. Я в восторге от сотрудников этого отеля. Очень милые люди,каждую минуту готовые придти на помощь. Моё проживание превзошло все ожидания. Все фото на сайте соответствуют действительности: стильные просторные номера, очень вкусный завтрак по- турецки( кахвалты), всё продумано до мелочей: подача,халаты,стильные наборы для душа от модного дома Atelier Rebul. Очень круто провела время,жаль,что мало. Рекомендую всем для проживания. Всё необходимое в шаговой доступности,гуляй- не хочу. Лично я вернусь обязательно.
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Beyza
30 Dec 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Sehr zentral gelegen. Alle Lokale und Läden drum rum sind sehr teuer - Touristenpreise. Sehr nettes Personal. Keine Heizkörper in den Zimmern, da altes Gebäude. Dafür Klimaanlage, die man Nachts nicht laufen lassen konnte, da sie extrem laut ist. Stattdessen gab es dann als Lösung mobile Heizkörper. Sonst wäre es sehr kalt geworden. Wir hatten die Familien-Suite. Auf den Bildern wirkte sie größer. Das Bad ist extrem klein. Nichts für korpulente Personen. Wir hatten Frühstück dazugebucht. War ok. Insgesamt ist es nicht gemütlich. Wenn man es nur zum Schlafen braucht passabel.
Sehr zentral gelegen. Alle Lokale und Läden drum rum sind sehr teuer - Touristenpreise. Sehr nettes Personal. Keine Heizkörper in den Zimmern, da altes Gebäude. Dafür Klimaanlage, die man Nachts nicht laufen lassen konnte, da sie extrem laut ist. Stattdessen gab es dann als Lösung mobile Heizkörper. Sonst wäre es sehr kalt geworden. Wir hatten die Familien-Suite. Auf den Bildern wirkte sie größer. Das Bad ist extrem klein. Nichts für korpulente Personen. Wir hatten Frühstück dazugebucht. War ok. Insgesamt ist es nicht gemütlich. Wenn man es nur zum Schlafen braucht passabel.
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Raymond
13 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Large modern room, nice breakfast, walking distance to the tram
Large modern room, nice breakfast, walking distance to the tram
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Shizu
8 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
清潔できれいなホテル。朝食は部屋で食べるが、とても美味しく、量も十分だった。
清潔できれいなホテル。朝食は部屋で食べるが、とても美味しく、量も十分だった。
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Are
11 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Bodde i 4.etasje med takterasse. Stort og greit rom, og helt ok takterasse, selv om en stol holdt på å falle sammen. Ellers var det god plass og ganske komfortabelt, men trangt på badet. Frokosten var bra.
Bodde i 4.etasje med takterasse. Stort og greit rom, og helt ok takterasse, selv om en stol holdt på å falle sammen. Ellers var det god plass og ganske komfortabelt, men trangt på badet. Frokosten var bra.
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Dünyamin
27 Sept 2024
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Stayed 6 nights
War alles in allem gut, außer die tägliche Reinigung hat nicht immer so gut geklappt. Mitarbeiter waren sehr freundlich und das Frühstück im Zimmer war sehr gut.
War alles in allem gut, außer die tägliche Reinigung hat nicht immer so gut geklappt. Mitarbeiter waren sehr freundlich und das Frühstück im Zimmer war sehr gut.
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Carolyn
19 Oct 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
A great property. Clean and comfortable. A wonderful breakfast was brought to our room each morning with coffee. Great helpful staff.
A great property. Clean and comfortable. A wonderful breakfast was brought to our room each morning with coffee. Great helpful staff.
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Nedzhatin
5 Oct 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Perfect location for touristic sides of Istanbul. Friendly and helpful staff. The area is absolutely beautiful and very tourist friendly. Local bakery is just in the corner. Prices are very reasonable. Will love to visit again.
Perfect location for touristic sides of Istanbul. Friendly and helpful staff. The area is absolutely beautiful and very tourist friendly. Local bakery is just in the corner. Prices are very reasonable. Will love to visit again.
FAQs about Selvese Collection Hotel Galata 1875
Is parking available at the property?
Nearby parking is available at a fee of approximately EUR 15 per day, located 262 feet away. Discounted rates may apply for offsite parking.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee of approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 10 for children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, subject to availability and possible additional charges.
Are airport shuttle services available?
Airport shuttle services are available for a surcharge of EUR 80 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy of 4). Guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival to arrange the transfer.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including an elevator and step-free entrances. However, specific facilities may not be fully accessible, so contacting the property for detailed information is recommended.
What are the nearby attractions and how far are they from the property?
The property is located in the heart of Istanbul, within a 10-minute walk of Galata Tower and Galataport. It is 0.5 miles from Bosphorus and 0.3 miles from Istiklal Avenue, with various other attractions like the Egyptian Bazaar and Taksim Square within a short distance.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and the minimum age for children to stay for free has not been specified.
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Check-in time starts at14:00Check-out time ends at12:00
Age Requirements
Minimum age to check in is 18 years old
Pets
Service animals are allowed;Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions;Pets not allowed;
Front Desk Services
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available; This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Identification
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges;
Children And Extra Bed Policy
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy; This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room;
Dining
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Local cuisine breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 10 for children;
Business details
Property registration number 2022-34-0410
Popular amenities
Restaurant
Elevator/Lift
Concierge
Valet parking
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Services
Concierge
Elevator/Lift
Dry cleaning
Housekeeping
Currency exchange
Safe-deposit box
Wake-up service
Laundry service
Shops
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Express check-in/check-out
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking
Valet parking
Internet
Free wi-fi
General
Restaurant
Mini bar
Kitchen
Microwave
Hair dryer
Shower
Breakfast in the room
Family room
Breakfast Service
Coffee Shop/Café
Smoke-Free Property
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Activities
Hiking
Doctor on call
Terrace