Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant

Hotels
7.9 (1968 reviews)
Mimar Hayrettin Mahallesi Gedikpaşa Caddesi No:60 Beyazıt , Istanbul , tr

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Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Issues with cleanliness
Room size complaints
Food quality inconsistencies

Categories

Cleanliness
7.11
Several reviews mentioned cleanliness positively, but some hinted at issues, leading to a modest score.
Service
8.58
Most reviews praised the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff.
Location
8.62
Location received positive mentions for convenience and access.
Room Quality
7.57
Rooms are described as small but generally clean, with some minor complaints about conditions.
Amenities
7.6
Guests noted basic amenities with some positive aspects but also some dissatisfaction.
Value for Money
8.06
Many guests felt they received good value for the price, especially with positive service.
Food and Beverage
7.61
Breakfast was praised overall, but there were some complaints about quality.
Overall Experience
8.08
Most guests reported a satisfactory experience, balancing pros and cons.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 11:16

Property Description

Central Location near Historic Landmarks
Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant, just 1.3 km from the Blue Mosque, offers a convenient stay close to Istanbul's iconic attractions like the Suleymaniye Mosque and Spice Bazaar.

Comfortable Rooms with City Views
Experience a cozy stay in air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, and a private bathroom. Some rooms even boast balconies with stunning city views.

Diverse Dining Options
Indulge in a delicious buffet, continental, or halal breakfast at the hotel's restaurant offering a variety of cuisines including American, British, and French. Special dietary requests are also catered to with vegetarian, dairy-free, and halal options available.

Book your stay at Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant for a memorable experience in Istanbul.

Important information:

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.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 1968 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.11
Service: 8.58
Location: 8.62
Room Quality: 7.57
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 8.06
Food and Beverage: 7.61
Overall Experience: 8.08
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Vanessa • family_with_children • sk
10
2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Natalia • couple • es
10
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Olga • couple • fr
7
Pros:

Отличный персонал. Очень понравилась терраса на самом верху с шикарным видом на море.

2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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Amar • family_with_children • ba
9
2026-03-15 • via Nuitee
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TAMARA • couple • es
8
2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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Krasimira • family_with_children • bg
7
2026-03-11 • via Nuitee
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B • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Die Lage des Hotels ist wirklich sehr gut gelegen und die meisten Sehenswürdigkeiten und der Basar sind super zu Fuss zu erreichen. Die Tram, um bspw. in Richtung Galaturm ect zu gelangen, ist ebenso fußläufig erreichbar. Das Personal ist super zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit. Ein riesen Dankeschön gilt der lieben Sofia für ihre herzliche und liebevolle Art!

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Edita • solo_traveller • sk
10
It was a good value for the price
Pros:

The location of the hotel is near to historical centrum and to the Grand Bazaar.
Beautiful view from the terase where the breakfast was served.
The staff was very polite and helpful!

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Joanna • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Loved staying here. The roof terrace is amazing, go up and get a 360 view any time of day. The budget room is clean and functional, the staff give you a family vibe. Highly recommend this place!

Cons:

Smell in the bathroom that built up during the day, but that's how it is.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Elena • family_with_children • mk
7
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Aiyana • solo_traveller • us
6
2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Marian • couple • ie
9
Pros:

everything was very good

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • extended_group • ba
9
Lokacija odlicna, hotel odlican za kratak boravak u Istanbulu. Skoro u samom centru, 5 min hoda do travaj stanice
Pros:

Lokacija odlicna. Recepcionarka Sofia preljubazna

Cons:

Jastuci bi mogli biti malo udobniji

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Jaime • extended_group • es
9
¡Excelente ubicación y trato inmejorable en el corazón de Estambul!
Pros:

Hemos disfrutado muchísimo de nuestra estancia en este hotel gracias a su ubicación privilegiada, justo al lado del Gran Bazar y a solo 7 minutos caminando de la parada de tranvía. Todo lo principal —Mezquita Azul, Santa Sofía y el Bazar de las Especias— se alcanza a pie sin esfuerzo, ideal para explorar sin prisas.
Destaco especialmente a Sophia, la recepcionista del turno de noche, una mujer entrañable y superatenta que nos dio consejos fantásticos sobre sitios locales, haciendo que nos sintiéramos como en casa.
Las vistas desde el comedor de la azotea son magníficas, panorámicas hacia el Bósforo y los minaretes —un comienzo perfecto del día.
Recomendado al 100% para viajeros curiosos. Limpio, acogedor y con un servicio que marca la diferencia.

Cons:

El desayuno es bueno y con variedad, aunque echamos en falta más opciones de café.

2026-03-09 • via Nuitee
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Azeem • family_with_children • no
10
2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Leśniak • family_with_children • pl
6
Pros:

Bliskość do zabytków

Cons:

Brak ekspresu do kawy na śniadaniu

2026-03-08 • via Nuitee
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Mamma • couple • sn
10
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Beatrice • couple • it
10
Pros:

Abbiamo soggiornato nella struttura per quattro giorni. Lo staff è stato estremamente cortese ed attento ad ogni esigenza, è stato molto piacevole scambiare due parole con loro ogni sera al nostro ritorno. Ci è stata inoltre data una stanza più grande e confortevole senza nemmeno averne fatto richiesta e senza nessun costo aggiuntivo. La colazione era eccellente, la vista dalla terrazza mozzafiato. Inoltre la posizione è centralissima e permette di raggiungere il centro a piedi comodamente. Se torneremo ad Istanbul sicuramente ritorneremo anche in questo hotel. Assolutamente raccomandato!

2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Youssef • family_with_children • ma
8
Pros:

Tout était très bien, surtout Sophia, elle était hyper sympa et gentille

2026-03-06 • via Nuitee
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Raquel de Vargas • couple • de
4
Pros:

Location was good. Some of the staff was helpful and friendly, offering breakfast for the check-in day too.

Cons:

Breakfast was very very simple. The terrace has a beautiful view, but we were disappointed by how dirty it was (furniture and even some dishes). The bed and mattress were uncomfortable. The room had very thin walls, as we were woken up several times by noises in the hallway and in the room next door. The Wi-Fi and elevator did not work sometimes.

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee