Root Hotel Karaköy Bosphorus

Hotels
8.4 (2893 reviews)
Necatibey Caddesi No:95 , Istanbul , tr

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Helpful staff
Cool design
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor food options
Room quality concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
7.29
Some reviews mentioned issues with cleanliness, particularly in the bathroom and room state.
Service
9.76
Several reviews highlighted the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff.
Location
9.8
The location was consistently praised as excellent, close to major attractions.
Room Quality
7.25
Mixed reviews on room quality, with some mentioning discomfort and a lack of proper furniture.
Amenities
9.28
The amenities were generally well-received with specific mentions of good breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.74
Value for money reflects a decent stay, but some issues may detract from overall satisfaction.
Food and Beverage
5.79
Poor experiences were reported regarding the breakfast quality and options.
Overall Experience
9.26
Mixed overall experience but positively balanced by location and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 09:48

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities and Services
Root Karaköy offers a range of upscale amenities including a fitness centre, a restaurant, and a bar for guests to unwind and indulge during their stay. The hotel's concierge service and 24-hour front desk ensure that guests' needs are promptly met, while the complimentary WiFi and room service add convenience and comfort to their experience.

Elegant and Comfortable Accommodation
Each air-conditioned room at Root Karaköy is thoughtfully designed with modern furnishings and essential amenities such as a coffee machine, minibar, and flat-screen TV. The private bathrooms are equipped with a shower, and some rooms feature a terrace with stunning city views, providing guests with a luxurious and comfortable retreat.

Prime Location and Nearby Attractions
Situated in the heart of Istanbul, Root Karaköy offers easy access to popular landmarks including the Spice Bazaar, Taksim Square, and Galata Tower. With Taksim Metro Station nearby and Istanbul Airport just a short distance away, guests can explore the city with convenience and ease during their stay at the hotel.

Book your stay at Root Karaköy now for a memorable and luxurious experience in Istanbul.

Important information:

We are proud to be İstanbul Mordern Art Museum’s official sponsor Hotel.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2893 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.29
Service: 9.76
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 7.25
Amenities: 9.28
Value for Money: 8.74
Food and Beverage: 5.79
Overall Experience: 9.26
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Masha couple ba
9
Cons:

small room

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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El Ezzawy family_with_children eg
10
2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Bignell solo_traveller gb
3
Great location but wish I’d selected a different hotel
Pros:

Good location and nice view from the breakfast area

Cons:

Felt pictures didn’t match the place. Gym was very small, damp issues and equipment out of order. Breakfast was a bit limited and same each day. WiFi is terrible, constantly dropping out which made work meetings a nightmare. Breakfast starts later than normal hotels and likewise gym has funny hours considering it’s not manned. Staff placed an emphasis on leaving good reviews when checking out but feel this energy could have been placed into the hotel.

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
احمد couple sa
9
استمتعت في اقامتي ولي عوده قريبه لهم
Pros:

الفندق مره ممتاز كموقع وكغرف و الموظفين مره ممتازين تعامل واستقبال جدا رائع

Cons:

الاستقبال كانت فيه رائحه مره مزعجه اتمنى من الاداره معالجة الامر و وضع جهاز تعطير للمكان ليعكس طابع ممتاز

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Jaber couple sa
7
2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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Ilaria solo_traveller it
10
2026-05-06 via Nuitee
Πανος couple gr
7
clean hotel in a beautiful location, but it has some small things to fix
Pros:

The hotel is in an excellent location, just 5 minutes walk from the port and in general it is an area that does not scare you even at night.

Cons:

The reception area has a strong smell of sewage, like a sewer. The rooms are actually much smaller than they appear in the photos and than they promise. Our room was supposedly 18m2 and in reality it was not even remotely that big.

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Rocio couple es
5
Ubicación y personal 10 habitación enana y cama horrible
Pros:

La ubicación increíble vas a pie a todo sitios y tienes muchos bares y restaurantes para salir por la noche. El personal es increíble de amable y te ayudan en todo muy pendientes y muy serviciales. El spa no es muy grande pero esta muy bien. Las chicas que hacen los masajes increíbles muy recomendables

Cons:

La cama. Jamas había probado una cama tan incómoda. La habitacion era tan pequeña q los dos no podíamos entrar a la vez. A no ser q uno entrara y se lazara a la cama para q entrara el otro. Exagerado lo pequeña que era.
La ducha no tragaba y no nos podíamos duchar seguidos porque inundábamos el baño. El hotel no está muy limpio

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Leilia couple tr
10
Pros:

Как-то друзья приглашали на завтрак в этот отель, мне очень понравилось.
Трамвай в минуте ходьбы можно посетить старую часть, паромы Кабаташ и Эминёню тоже не далеко,
рядом также Галатапорт, много разных кафешек, магазинов и красивый вид.

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Rocio couple es
6
Ubicación maravillosa habitación enana y cama horrible
Pros:

La ubicación un 10 vas andando a todos sitios y tienes muchas zonas para salir a cenar y pasear. El personal muy atento servicia y amable. El spa pequeño pero recomendable. Los masajes increíbles

Cons:

LA CAMA, la peor q he probado en mi vida. Solo quería que se hiciera de día. La habitación es tan pequeña que no se pueden entrar dos a la vez a no ser que el primero se tire encima de la cama para q pase el segundo. Tienes q cierra la puerta q pase el primero y luego ya entra el otro. Una habitación ridícula. La ducha no tragaba y no nos podíamos duchar seguidos. La limpieza flojita y el desayuno poco variado

2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Olexandr couple ua
10
Pros:

A good hotel
I’d recommend staying here

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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paulo couple lu
10
Parfait
Pros:

Le personnel de l hôtel tres accueillant leurs conseils sur les points important dans la ville
Hôtel merveilleusement bien situé avec le metro as 30 m vous êtes assez vite partout emplacement top
Très bon petit déjeuner avec une vue magnifique

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Jana couple at
10
Personal war super, super freundlich - haben sogar eine Geburtstagkuchen bekommen - lage top 😊
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Bledjan couple al
8
2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Gleb solo_traveller ru
10
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Anies couple fr
8
Super séjour
Pros:

Hôtel très propre . Chambres confortables et super localisation

Cons:

Toit était bien.

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Ton solo_traveller nl
8
Pros:

De ligging, zeer vriendelijk personeel en een ontzettend lekker ontbijtbuffet

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Saarah couple gb
10
2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Erdem solo_traveller gr
8
Pros:

Πολύ ευγενικό προσωπικό , τέλεια τοποθεσία

2026-05-02 via Nuitee
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Nesyra solo_traveller ro
10
Recomand
Pros:

The hotel is very well positioned, close to the GalataPort tourist area. Clean room, comfortable bed. Kind and friendly staff. Varied breakfast. Recommended!

Cons:

But the parking... is below expectations (there is no location as you expect - more precisely, the building next to the hotel, 2 streets behind it, cramped... and to pay 2000 TL for a stained bed sheet, a bit much...

2026-05-02 via Nuitee