The Halich Hotel Istanbul Karakoy - Special Category

Hotels
Emekyemez, Tersane Caddesi No:102 , Istanbul , TR

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent staff
Great location
Comfortable accommodation
Quality breakfast
Cons:
Breakfast needs improvement
Cleanliness issues in the room

Categories

Cleanliness
8.28
Room smelled like it was used as a smoking area, indicating cleanliness issues.
Service
9.75
Exceptional service from staff, especially from the receptionist Tolga.
Location
9.29
Excellent location near key attractions with easy access.
Room Quality
8.74
Clean and recently renovated rooms with great views.
Amenities
8.77
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
8.73
Great value considering the services and amenities offered.
Food and Beverage
7.78
Breakfast is satisfactory but needs improvement; lacks variety and quantity.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall experience was positive with great service and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-17 10:51

Property Description

Central Location in Istanbul
The Halich Hotel Istanbul Karakoy - Special Category is perfectly located in the heart of Istanbul, offering convenience and easy access to popular attractions such as Galata Tower, Spice Bazaar, and Istiklal Street.

Comfortable Rooms with City Views
Enjoy the comfort of air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities including a flat-screen TV, safety deposit box, and a private bathroom. Some rooms even offer stunning city views, providing a memorable stay experience.

Convenient Services and Facilities
Benefit from complimentary WiFi, free private parking, and a 24-hour front desk at your service. Indulge in a delicious buffet breakfast each morning and make use of the on-site restaurant, terrace, and concierge service during your stay.

Book your stay at The Halich Hotel Istanbul Karakoy - Special Category now for a memorable experience in Istanbul!

Important information:

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: IST

Location

Guest Reviews

Cleanliness: 8.28
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.29
Room Quality: 8.74
Amenities: 8.77
Value for Money: 8.73
Food and Beverage: 7.78
Overall Experience: 9.05
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Mai • couple • eg
6
Good from location prespective
Pros:

The location was perfect

Cons:

No good facilities for wheel chair, breakfast in the other bulging which wasn’t clarified before

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Ana • couple • ve
9
Pros:

Very clean, modern room. Amazing breakfast and location

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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AntonioCorreiaPt • solo_traveller • pt
10
Qualidade hoteleira na Turquia a preço justo.
Pros:

Da prontidão dos funcionários, em especial bell boy, sempre muito proativo.

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Camelia • couple • ro
8
Per overall it was a nice stay!
Pros:

The position is very good!

Cons:

The songs from mooches were too loud!

2026-10-11 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • solo_traveller • nl
5
Ik ga volgende keer naar een ander hotel.
Pros:

De bedden waren goed.

Cons:

Personeel niet of nauwelijks aanwezig overdag. Bij het inchecken onvriendelijk en niet behulpzaam.
3 jaar geleden ook geweest toen zeer vriendelijk en behulpzaam maar ook aanwezig overdag.
Voor het ontbijt moest je naar het andere hotel terwijl het toen bovenin het hotel was. Ontbijt was ook niet super en personeel onvriendelijk, pakte de borden voor je neus weg terwijl je nog aan het eten was.
Regelmatig geen warme douche en handdoeken zaten vlekken op en was grauw en niet wit. Schoonmaaksters waren zeer vriendelijk.

2026-10-10 • via Nuitee
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Michele • couple • it
7
2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Sara • couple • nl
1
Pros:

The restaurants in the street where hotel is located.

Cons:

After four years and more than six or seven stays at Halish Hotel in Karaköy, I have decided this visit will be my last.
i travel to Istanbul for work at least once a year and kept returning because of the familiar staff, the convenient location and the excellent restaurants within walking distance. Unfortunately, I have watched the hotel’s standards decline year after year, and my latest stay was deeply disappointing.
The towels had a strong, unpleasant chlorine smell and felt very poor in quality. The bedding did not smell fresh, and I experienced itching in bed. I cannot say whether this was caused by the laundry products or something else, but it made sleeping uncomfortable. The corridor leading to my room also had a strong sewage smell.
When I arrived on Tuesday, both the sink and shower soap dispensers were completely empty. On Wednesday, I specifically asked reception to have them refilled during housekeeping. When I left on Friday, there was still no soap.
On two occasions, I tried to shower and found only completely cold water. The water pressure was also poor, and the bathroom badly needed maintenance, with a dirty ceiling and peeling paint. Having to dry myself with the unpleasant-smelling towels only added to the experience.
When I raised these issues at reception, I was simply told that the manager was not there and that I should send an email. After years as a returning guest, this response felt dismissive. Other guests I spoke with also mentioned noise and itching while sleeping.
This was not the first time I had raised concerns about the hotel’s declining standards, but I have seen no meaningful improvement. Familiarity and a good location can no longer compensate for the condition of the rooms and the lack of attention to basic guest needs.
I hope management takes this feedback seriously and addresses the cleaning, maintenance and service issues. Sadly, after four years of returning, I will be staying elsewhere.

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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ivanov • solo_traveller • ro
10
2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Ed & Fay • solo_traveller • gb
9
Excellent Location Excellent Staff
Pros:

Oteldeki konaklamamdan son derece keyif aldım. Tesisler mükemmeldi ve konforlu, bakımlı bir ortam sundu.
​Bu deneyimi gerçekten farklı kılan, personel tarafından sağlanan üstün hizmetti, özellikle de resepsiyonist Tolga. Giriş ve çıkış işlemlerimi dikkate değer bir verimlilikle yönetti ve otel için gerçekten mükemmel bir temsilciydi.
​Tolga'nın yardımı paha biçilmezdi. Kendisi kibar, son derece profesyonel ve özellikle kilitlenen kasamla ilgili küçük bir sorunu çözerken olağanüstü bir iletişimciydi. Dahası, sabah 3:00'teki erken ayrılışımın sorunsuz geçmesini sağlamak için elinden geleni yaptı ve şahsen bir uyandırma çağrısı ayarladı. Yardımseverliği ve detaylara verdiği önem, önemli ölçüde olumlu bir izlenim bıraktı.
​Son olarak, sunulan kahvaltı çok iyiydi, yüksek kaliteli malzemeler içeriyordu ve tadı harikaydı.

Cons:

Nothing

2025-11-21 • via Nuitee
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Iuliana • couple • kg
10
Хотела бы в дальнейшем остановиться в этом отеле ещё раз
Pros:

Хороший разнообразныйзавтрак, прекрасный вид на море из ресторана, отличное расположение, в пешей доступности район Галатской башни, улица Истикляль, через Галатский мост можно дойти пешком до Египетского базара и основных достопримечательностей старого города.Рядом много кафе и ресторанов, автобусная остановка, метро, причал, откуда можно отправиться в круиз по Босфору или на Принцевы острова.

Cons:

В номере отсутствовал утюг и гладильная доска

2025-11-17 • via Nuitee
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Matt • couple • gb
8
2025-11-17 • via Nuitee
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muhannad • family_with_children • sa
6
2025-11-16 • via Nuitee
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Bader • couple • fr
10
Great value
Pros:

The location is great , easy to get to Fatih neighborhood and taksim/ galata . It’s in between both areas and Rahme made sure the room was perfectly clean . Great value

2025-11-16 • via Nuitee
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anthony • couple • us
3
2025-11-14 • via Nuitee
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MOSCHOPOULOU • family_with_children • gr
10
Υπέροχο ξενοδοχείο. Μέτριο πρωϊνό.
Pros:

Εξαιρετική τοποθεσία. Πολύ κοντά σε όλα τα σημαντικά αξιοθέατα. Σε πολλά από αυτά πήγαινα κυριολεκτικά με τα πόδια. Απέναντι από το μέτρο. Πεντακάθαρο και πρόσφατα ανακαινισμένο δωμάτιο. Μας έκαναν αναβάθμιση της κράτησης κατά την άφιξη μας με αποτέλεσμα να έχουμε υπέροχη θέα στο Βόσπορο. Την ίδια θέα είχαμε και από το εστιατόριο του πρωινού. Ευγενικό και χαμογελαστό προσωπικό.

Cons:

Το πρωινό ικανοποιητικό. Χρειάζεται βελτίωση. Φτωχό σε ποικιλία. Φτωχό σε ποσότητα. Δεν αξίζει με τίποτα να χρεωθείτε επιπλέον 20ευρω το άτομο για αυτό το πρωίνο. Το σχολιάζω απλά για να αφυπνισω τους ιθύνοντες.

2025-11-14 • via Nuitee
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Mohamed • couple • bh
10
2025-11-12 • via Nuitee
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Latrice N • solo_traveller • us
10
I had a wonderful and relaxing stay.
Pros:

I love the staff , they’re very nice and helpful with whatever you need. I will be staying there again when I return to Turkey.

Cons:

N/A

2025-11-12 • via Nuitee
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ivanov • couple • ro
8
2025-11-11 • via Nuitee
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Olena • solo_traveller • ua
8
Great location
Pros:

Plenty of space, great view, everything whats needed, is available.

Cons:

Room smelled like it was used as a smoking area. Breakfast is nor so special

2025-11-10 • via Nuitee
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Aurora • couple • pt
10
Pros:

o conforto e pequeno almoço

2025-11-06 • via Nuitee