May Hotel

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Independent
5.6 (18 reviews)
Mimar Hayrettin Mah.Bali Pasa Yokusu 86, Kumkapi, Fatih, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34126 , Istanbul , TR
90-212-5181095

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Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
Elevator
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Television in common areas
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location — close to attractions, tram and shore
Helpful and friendly staff
Clean rooms and bathrooms (according to several reviews)
Breakfast included and praised (varied and tasty)
Complimentary toiletries and ample towels
Cons:
Tired hotel in need of renovation
Old furniture and poor room condition (unstable bed)
Broken/non-working fridge and safe
At least one guest party forced to relocate due to issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.8
Several reviews explicitly state rooms and bathrooms were clean and breakfasts were described as 'all clean'; overall cleanliness is generally positive.
Service
7
Multiple guests praise the staff as very helpful and friendly (mentions in Russian and Polish reviews), indicating good service and easy communication with personnel.
Location
8
Repeatedly noted as a strong point: close to attractions, tram, and shore (5 minutes to the beach), consistently described as a very good location.
Room Quality
3
Several negative comments: 'tired hotel requiring renovation', old furniture, unstable bed (on three legs), non-working fridge and safe; issues were severe enough that at least one party had to relocate.
Amenities
3
Mixed reports: positives include ample towels and free mini toiletries, but significant negatives include broken fridge and safe which reduce the amenities score.
Value for Money
4.6
Described as an inexpensive/good-value option by some guests, but serious room issues and a forced relocation for one party lower the perceived value.
Food and Beverage
6.8
Breakfast is mentioned positively in several reviews — included, varied and tasty — making F&B a relative strength.
Overall Experience
5.6
Mixed overall: many guests praise location, staff and breakfasts, but significant room quality problems reported by others lead to a middling overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-05-13 02:24

Property Description

Discover a charming oasis in the heart of Istanbul at May Hotel, where modern comforts meet cultural allure.

Breathtaking Rooftop Terrace
Enjoy stunning views of the city from our inviting rooftop terrace, a perfect spot to unwind after a day of exploration.

Exceptional Amenities
Stay connected with complimentary high-speed WiFi, and take advantage of our attentive concierge services, ensuring your every need is met during your stay.

Convenient Location
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Istanbul with iconic attractions like the Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque just a short walk away, making your city adventures easy and accessible.

Unlock the perfect blend of hospitality and convenience—book your stay at May Hotel today!

Important information:

  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:30 PM
Airport code: IST

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • General

    Professional property host/manager

Location

Guest Reviews

5.6
Based on 18 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.8
Service: 7
Location: 8
Room Quality: 3
Amenities: 3
Value for Money: 4.6
Food and Beverage: 6.8
Overall Experience: 5.6
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sergey • family_with_children • au
8
2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Nariman • extended_group • az
10
2026-04-03 • via Nuitee
V
Valeriia • solo_traveller • ua
7
Cons:

Уставший отель требующий ремонта

2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
V
Valeriia • solo_traveller • ua
7
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
G
Galina • extended_group • ru
6
Все стало намного хуже
Pros:

Месторасположение, персонал был очень участливым.

Cons:

Старая мебель, кровать на трех ножках, не работающий холодильник и сейф. После наших замечаний вынуждены были переехать в другую гостиницу.

2026-01-25 • via Nuitee
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Nichita • extended_group • md
8
Pros:

Хороший отель, хорошее место. С персоналом легко можно найти общий язык. До ключевых мест рукой подать, трамвай очень рядом. До берега пешком 5 мин.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
M
Madaa • solo_traveller • de
7
2025-12-29 • via Nuitee
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Timoshenko • extended_group • bg
10
Отличный недорогой отель. Все чисто и хорошие завтраки
Pros:

Все достопримечательности близко

2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
M
Maria • solo_traveller • gr
7
2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
B
Beatrice • couple • ro
1
2025-11-19 • via Nuitee
D
doniczkaa • family_with_children • pl
9
Pros:

Bardzo miły personel, czysty pokój wraz z łazienką. Dużo ręczników do użytku, darmowe mini kosmetyki w łazience. Śniadanie wliczone w cenę, dość spory wybór jedzenia i smaczne. Lokalizacja dość dobra

2025-11-16 • via Nuitee
R
rijad • couple • rs
2
Pros:

Lokacija

Cons:

Na samom prijavljivanju na recepciji su nam saopstili da zbog tehnickih razloga moraju da nas premeste u drugi hotel na jedno nocenje. Sutra dan smo dobili sobu u izabranom smestaju i za vreme ostatka boravka nisu nam menjali ni peskire ni posteljinu. Dorucak je bio skroman ali ukusan.ocena za cistocu 5/10.

2025-11-08 • via Nuitee
M
Mariam • family_with_children • ge
10
2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
J
Jomurodov • couple • uz
3
2025-09-20 • via Nuitee
M
maurizio • solo_traveller • it
8
Tutto sommato un buon hotel… senza grosse pretese
Pros:

Ottima posizione per visitare Istanbul le camere con balcone sulla via offrono una bella vista sulla vita quotidiana della Istanbul che lavora

Cons:

La colazione non era troppo varia…

2025-08-17 • via Nuitee
M
maurizio • solo_traveller • it
8
Buon hotel da consigliare
Pros:

Ottima posizione vicino a s Sofia moschea blu gran bazar

Cons:

Niente

2025-08-08 • via Nuitee
N
Novruzov • couple • az
9
2025-08-07 • via Nuitee
M
Menna • family with young children • eg
8
Very good
2025-06-03 • via Nuitee
H
Hadžić • young couple • si
4
Disappointing
Pros:

The location is good– just a short walk from Sultanahmet, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar, and many other attractions. Although the hotel is situated on a hill, it is reachable on foot, though it may not be ideal for elderly guests or those with limited mobility.
The staff is very kind.

Cons:

The room was very small, with an unpleasant smell from the drains and a cramped shower cabin. During the stay, there was no water for one full day and no electricity the next day.
The walls are thin, so noise from neighboring rooms can be heard.
There was a lot of dust, the curtains were dirty, and the balcony was not clean either.

The hairdryer didn’t work, although a replacement was provided.

There were visible damages to the walls, indicating that the hotel is in need of serious renovation.

The food lacked variety, and the bread seemed to be from the previous day.

2025-05-26 • via Nuitee
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Peko59 • group • th
8
Good and Happy
Pros:

Convenient transportation near Tram T1 / Metro M2 , near food street ,market local , Bayazit Square , Sultan Muhammad. Grand Bazza

Cons:

The way up is a steep hill. Breakfast is too local.

2025-05-12 • via Nuitee