Garth of Balat Hotel

Hotels
Independent
5.6 (22 reviews)
Esnaf Loncasi Sk., Istanbul, Istanbul, 34087 , Istanbul , TR

Pets allowed

Facilities

Free breakfast
Lot hours - 24 hours
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Street parking
Elevator
Television in common areas
Free breakfast
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Review Highlights

Categories

Cleanliness
1
Cleanliness was not applicable as the guest did not stay at the hotel due to closure.
Service
1
Service was rated poorly due to the hotel being closed and the management's failure to refund the guest's payment.
Location
1
Location was not a factor as the guest did not stay at the hotel.
Room Quality
1
Room quality was not applicable as the guest did not stay at the hotel.
Amenities
1
Amenities were not applicable as the guest did not stay at the hotel.
Value for Money
1
Value for money was rated poorly due to the guest not being able to stay at the hotel and not getting a refund.
Food and Beverage
1
Food and beverage were not applicable as the guest did not stay at the hotel.
Overall Experience
1
Overall experience was extremely negative due to the hotel being closed and the lack of refund.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-07-31 10:21

Property Description

Convenient Amenities
Enjoy complimentary wireless internet access, a TV in the common area, and tour/ticket assistance for your convenience.

Delicious Dining Options
Savor lunch and dinner at the on-site restaurant or grab a bite at the coffee shop/cafe. 24-hour room service is also available for a delightful dining experience.

Comfortable Accommodations
Relax in one of the 12 guestrooms equipped with minibars and LED televisions. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi, and unwind in the private bathroom with complimentary toiletries.

Escape to Garth of Balat Hotel in Istanbul City Center. Explore nearby attractions like Galata Tower and Grand Bazaar. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • General

    Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch

  • General

    Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

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Location

Guest Reviews

5.6
Based on 22 reviews
Cleanliness: 1
Service: 1
Location: 1
Room Quality: 1
Amenities: 1
Value for Money: 1
Food and Beverage: 1
Overall Experience: 1
Z
zarjat Family
2
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Pros:

I was extremely disappointed with my experience at this hotel. The hotel was completely closed during my planned stay, and despite multiple requests, the management refused to refund my payment. This is unacceptable and shows a lack of respect and responsibility towards guests. I strongly advise others to avoid booking here to prevent similar problems. Very frustrating and unfair!

2025-05-27 via Tripadvisor
F
Fatma Erva
2
Pros:

I found a knife in my bed

2024-06-13 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
2
Berbat
Pros:

Çok kötü mahalle arasında odalar vasat konfor sıfır temizlik yok

2022-12-12 via Nuitee
M
Mohammad
2
Pros:

Very hard to find it the photos is very nice but a lot different no internet the room was on basement I left and I didn’t stay to this hotel

2022-12-06 via Nuitee
A
Atif
10
Pros:

Very good staff . Had my flight cancelled at Istanbul and booked this hotel very very last minute . Reception was good and staff was very helpful n reliable team . Atif khan London

2022-10-26 via Nuitee
4
499alishert Solo travel
2
The worth hotel and staff I have ever met .
Pros:

I did reservation on booking , when I arrive to hotel they ask me to pay additional money as I am paying with Visa card or paying in cash. When I refused hotel admin and even hotel owner do not let me in . When I ask to call Touris police to solve this problem , they said “go anywhere you want , you will not stay in this hotel this my hotel ” . I have been in more than 100 hotels but never met such respect to guest (((((

2022-09-04 via Tripadvisor
M
Mohamed
2
Pros:

C est horrible ,quartier non sécurisé des hommes sans chemises ni pantalon ,je conseille de ne pas se rendre

2022-08-28 via Nuitee
E
Evon latief
8
Pros:

Umgebung war nicht so wie ich mir gewünscht habe aber für das geld die bezahlt habe fande ich nicht so schlimm

2022-08-02 via Nuitee
Z
Zareen Akhtar family
10
Pros:

The area was good n the staff was very very nice n generous.i would definitely go again to granth hotel next time ....Ismail hope to see u again...thanks for the hospitality will miss u so much

2022-07-06 via Nuitee
U
Usman family
2
Pros:

I would never come back even if they paid me!!! They gave us a basement room with 3D mold growing thick on the walls and smelling so bad you cannot breathe. The window opened only 5cm so that didn't help. I asked for a different room at the same price rate but they said they don't have any other but they can offer a different one if we pay another 50£ (900try). When questioned the mold issue he just said that this is what is posted on the website. It was very late at night so we asked if we can just stay one night and get a refund for the other 2.they said that was fine. We checked out in the morning and contacted Expedia, but the support center called them and he hung up multiple times, and then they denied the refund. I developed a terrible cough after one night there that I'm still dealing with after 4days....also there was a lot of noise that woke me up every hour. The socket was also detached from the wall, and the sink was so small that you could not wash your hands properly. The bathroom stinked of mold as well. This is the worst place I've ever been in and with the thickest, densest mold. If I have an option to add pictures I will

2022-06-30 via Nuitee
L
Lea family
2
Pros:

C’était horrible le quartier est un danger, mal réputée, sale, non accueillant des personnes en short avec des couteaux dans la main les vêtements tachés de sang; roule et renversent des chiens les laissant mort sur le chemin

Les personnes sont extrement violente dans leurs paroles leurs geste et attitude et même envers mon bébé de 8 mois nous avons dû partir et trouver un hôtel à 00:40 du matin c’est inacceptable et nous n’avons rien trouver d’autres au dernier moment car des prix exorbitants
Nous restons donc pour la nuit en secours (pour le bebe) dans cet hôtel???? Pas de service ni d’accueil ni de propreté ni d’isolation les fenêtre cassé donnant vue sur le quartier délabré et j’en passe
J’ai pourtant voyager dans 11 pays différent dans ma vie dont la Turquie il y a 5 ans dans le même quartier et bien cela a bien changer la situation est aggravé

2022-06-18 via Nuitee
A
Abdarouf
10
Pros:

It was an enjoyable trip and the hotel was beautiful especially the staff thanks to them It was an enjoyable trip and the hotel was beautiful especially the staff thanks to them

2022-06-08 via Nuitee
A
Alina partner
4
Pros:

Unfortunately photos are not real and rooms much dirtier and more uncomfortable. Standard room is a small room on the -1 floor with very small window and very wet air. We asked for a different room and paid additionally. Bathrooms were dirty, and the area where the hotel is located is no so safe and calm. Staff are friendly and tried to help as they were able.

2022-05-09 via Nuitee
E
Ekaterina family
10
Pros:

Good place

2022-03-29 via Nuitee
J
Jeffrey
10
Pros:

La atención de parte de los dueños es muy buena.

2021-12-14 via Nuitee
A
Abduljawad
4
Pros:

Its not good

2021-09-18 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
4
Poor Cleanness
Pros:

The reception was not clean. The bathroom also was not clean. We could not take the free breakfast at 9:20 AM because there is nothing and just a dirty place. It was a poor overall experience.

2021-09-08 via Nuitee
M
Marwa
6
Pros:

Well it looks different than the photos i was so disspointed

2021-08-15 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler family
2
Pros:

The hotel pictures are from old times, it’s so frustrating and it is very inappropriate giving false info about the property

2021-07-23 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
2
Terrible
Pros:

It was a terrible hotel and a terrible room. The person incharge offered me an other room in case of a new payment. I had to pay 120 tl more to get a better room than worse..The photos loaded in your site are all fake. The reality is very different. He was also very angry to me when I said the toilet flush is not working..I am cheated by your application and request my money back..

2021-07-02 via Nuitee