Riva Hotel Taksim

Hotels
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Independent
6.6 (1 reviews)
Aydede Cad. No:8, Istanbul, Taksim, 80090 , Istanbul , TR
+90 212 256 44 20

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Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Elevator
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Television in common areas
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Porter/bellhop
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent, central location (close to metro/stations and shopping)
Very friendly and helpful staff
Clean and comfortable rooms
Convenient for sightseeing and shopping
Several guests reported a good/abundant breakfast
Cons:
Inconsistent breakfast quality (some guests dissatisfied)
Weak or unstable internet/Wi‑Fi
Air conditioning needs updating
Perceived high price / poor value for money
Strict early check-in policy (no early check-in even if room ready)

Categories

Cleanliness
7.2
Multiple guests explicitly praised cleanliness and described rooms as clean and comfortable.
Service
7.4
Staff repeatedly described as very friendly, helpful and accommodating, especially evening staff; one operational complaint about early check-in policy.
Location
7.4
Consistently highlighted as excellent, central, close to metro/stations, shopping and sights.
Room Quality
7
Rooms described as comfortable and well kept; some notes that air conditioning needs renewal/upgrading.
Amenities
5.2
Wi‑Fi reported as weak at times and air conditioning reliability is a concern, lowering the amenities score.
Value for Money
5
Several guests felt the hotel was expensive for what was offered, indicating below-target value perception.
Food and Beverage
6.8
Mixed reports: some guests praised the breakfast as very good/abundant while at least one noted breakfast below expectations.
Overall Experience
6.8
Generally positive overall experience driven by location, staff and cleanliness, tempered by value, Wi‑Fi and occasional facility issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-07-17 20:41

Property Description

Discover the vibrant heart of Istanbul at Riva Hotel Taksim, where modern comfort meets prime location.

Unmatched Location
Nestled just a 5-minute stroll from Taksim Square and bustling Istiklal Avenue, our hotel places you right in the center of Istanbul's rich culture, shopping, and nightlife.

Comfort and Convenience
With 82 spacious guestrooms equipped with LCD televisions, minibars, and complimentary Wi-Fi, your stay is designed for relaxation and connectivity. Enjoy housekeeping services and amenities that cater to your every need.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day with a delightful buffet breakfast or savor our room service options during limited hours when you prefer to dine in. Don’t miss the chance to indulge in a lovely meal at our on-site restaurant.

Experience the essence of Istanbul by booking your stay with us today!

Important information:

  • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

6.6
Based on 1 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.2
Service: 7.4
Location: 7.4
Room Quality: 7
Amenities: 5.2
Value for Money: 5
Food and Beverage: 6.8
Overall Experience: 6.8
فهد • solo_traveller • sa
8
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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TADASHI • couple • jp
9
Pros:

ロケーション
空港から地下鉄で乗り換え含めて一時間
ホテルからケーブルカーとトラムで旧市街地へ40分

2026-07-22 • via Nuitee
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MARIA JOSE • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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MARIA JOSE • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Ana • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Houda • couple • fr
10
It was really a nice stay . Sure we will return again.
Pros:

The hotel is well located near all comodities .All the staff from the reception to the cleaning team are all helpful and nice especially Turkan the receptionist with his smiling face helped us to fit everything.

Cons:

Every thing was good.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Samir • couple • kw
4
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Fatema • couple • bh
6
2026-07-08 • via Nuitee
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Mohamed • couple • ae
5
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Breakfast under rating
Even if you reach early by 30 min they won’t let you in even if the room is ready/empty

2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Hossein • solo_traveller • lb
10
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Costa dos Santos • solo_traveller • br
10
Pros:

Eu adoro o Riva, é a segunda vez que me hospedo nesse hotel e pretendo ficar em todas as vezes que voltar à Istambul.💯

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Eyad • couple • eg
8
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Peter • extended_group • gb
10
Relaxing stay with interesting historical context and good shopping!
Pros:

Clean, friendly and convenient location

Cons:

Internet was a bit weak at times

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Mirette • solo_traveller • eg
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Louise • couple • gb
8
Enjoyable trip but hotel was far too expensive !!
Pros:

Location and staff were friendly !!

Cons:

The cost we thought was a lot !!

2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Hakan Sermaye • solo_traveller • tr
10
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
İbrahim • couple • tr
10
Yine gideceğim…
Pros:

Kahvaltı, temizlik, sakinlik

Cons:

Yaz geliyor. Klimalar çok iyi çalışmalı, yenilenmeli

2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Arzum • solo_traveller • se
10
Pros:

Otelin konumu mükemmel. Personel çok yardimsever ve otelin odalari çok temiz. Tekrardan görüşmek dilegiyle...

2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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irina • solo_traveller • ru
10
Pros:

Останавливаюсь здесь не в первый раз. Как всегда, удобно, чисто, комфортно. И очень дружественный персонал.

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
İbrahim • couple • tr
10
Yine, yeniden….
Pros:

Her şeyini beğendim.

2026-03-11 • via Nuitee