Blu Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (477 reviews)
Şahkulu Sokak 5 , Istanbul , tr

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly service
Clean and comfortable accommodations
Cons:
No breakfast
Basic amenities and services

Categories

Cleanliness
8.34
Generally clean, but some issues were mentioned (e.g., hairdryer and safe not functioning).
Service
9.31
Positive comments regarding staff helpfulness and professionalism, particularly Ali's assistance.
Location
9.35
Excellent location close to major attractions, very convenient.
Room Quality
8.8
Overall comfortable rooms, though some guests noted the simplicity of accommodations.
Amenities
8.33
Basic amenities like room service were lacking on occasion, but generally sufficient.
Value for Money
8.79
Perceived as good value considering location and cleanliness.
Food and Beverage
8.34
No breakfast service available, which was noted as a drawback.
Overall Experience
9.11
Positive overall experiences emphasized by location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 09:05

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
GalataCo Hotel, located in the heart of Istanbul, offers elegant air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV and private bathroom. Some rooms even feature a charming balcony for a picturesque view of the city.

Convenient Facilities
Guests can enjoy free WiFi, room service, and luggage storage at this 4-star hotel. The on-site bar is perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring Istanbul. Taksim Metro Station and Istiklal Street are just a short distance away, making it easy to navigate the city.

Prime Location
Explore Istanbul's iconic landmarks such as Galata Tower, Spice Bazaar, and Taksim Square, all within reach of GalataCo Hotel. With a paid airport shuttle service available, your journey to and from the hotel is made hassle-free. Experience the best of Istanbul at GalataCo Hotel.

Important information:

Please note that the property is located in a building with no elevator.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 477 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.34
Service: 9.31
Location: 9.35
Room Quality: 8.8
Amenities: 8.33
Value for Money: 8.79
Food and Beverage: 8.34
Overall Experience: 9.11
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Tatiana • extended_group • es
10
A great experience!
Pros:

the hotel was very nice, very well located and the staff was so kind

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Brandissou • couple • fr
10
Perfect !
Pros:

We were really happy with the room! It was an amazing value for money. The room was small but super modern with a nice and clean bathroom. The location is perfect! The service was easy, helpful and kind.

Cons:

Great location, kind staff and super good price

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Francesco • couple • it
10
Pros:

Tutto perfetto, gentilissimi, pulitissimo, confortevole

Cons:

Nulla

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Carmen • couple • es
10
Cómodo, bonito y buena ubicación
Pros:

No tiene recepción pero el personal contesta súper rápido a los mensajes y está en unos minutos a disposición. La habitación es bonita y la camada cómoda. El baño también muy bien. No hay desayuno pero hay tetera en la habitación y cafetera de filtro en la azotea

Cons:

No tiene ascensor

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Vera • solo_traveller • ru
10
Pros:

Nice location, clean, quiet, friendly host

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Dmitry • solo_traveller • ru
9
Pros:

Отзывчивый персонал, быстрое реагирование. Расположение недалеко от Галата башни, что а целом плюс, не смотря на толпы туристов.

Cons:

Тесновано

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Gleb • solo_traveller • ru
10
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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iosif • solo_traveller • gr
8
Ήταν πάρα πολύ καλά
2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Nadezhda • solo_traveller • ru
10
Pros:

Все прекрасно! Ресепшена нет, но все были на связи. Очень чисто и главное что не было запаха сигарет!

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Jasmine • couple • it
10
Ottimo soggiorno
Pros:

Tutto, dalla posizione alla cura delle stanze. servizio ottimo e ottima accoglienza.

Cons:

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2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Robi • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Luiza • family_with_children • ro
10
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Mariela • solo_traveller • br
9
Pros:

Localização, limpeza, anfitrião, acomodação

Cons:

Nada

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Arthur • couple • fr
10
Hôtel parfait pour un séjour à Istanbul au centre de tout
Pros:

La chambre et le rooftop est réellement top !
Les personnes qui y travaillent son accueillante et au service de nos demandes.
Ils n’hésiteront pas à vous conseillez au mieux pour que vous passiez le meilleur séjour possible.

À noter que l’hôtel est super bien placer et sécurisé

Cons:

Tout était nickel

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Leonardo • solo_traveller • lb
10
A must
Pros:

Everything

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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K.Czesia • solo_traveller • pl
10
Pros:

Really calm place in the middle of noise area, nice staff, water in a fridge no limited

Cons:

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2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
C
Carina • couple • de
8
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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ahmad • solo_traveller • fi
9
Pros:

Great location, helpful staff and good value for money

Cons:

Only thing which is not in control of the hotel whatsoever ja the call to prayer is very loud in the rooms. No problem during the day but van Wale one up in the morning

2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Teona • family_with_children • ge
8
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Raniero • couple • it
7
👍🏻
Pros:

Posizione al centro di Galata
Letto comodo (topper)
Staff molto gentile

Cons:

Cuscino troppo alto
Bagno datato

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee