Meridiani Taksim Hotel

Hotels
8.9 (1874 reviews)
Yaya Köprüsü Sokak no:20 , Istanbul , tr

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean and spacious rooms
Good location
Value for money
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness
Breakfast quality could be improved
Noisy at times

Categories

Cleanliness
8.35
Some reviews indicated issues with cleanliness, particularly the dirty bedroom floors.
Service
9.35
Multiple reviews highlight the staff as friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
8.85
The hotel is conveniently located near Taksim Square, though some comments indicate the surrounding area can be a bit dark.
Room Quality
8.85
Rooms described as big, clean and comfortable with positive mentions overall.
Amenities
8.85
Amenities generally met expectations, though some feedback suggests improvements could be made.
Value for Money
9.35
Guests felt the hotel provided good value for their money based on location and service.
Food and Beverage
8.35
Breakfast quality noted as needing improvement; some guests were not satisfied with the offerings.
Overall Experience
9.25
Guest experiences were largely positive with a strong likelihood of returning.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 12:34

Property Description

Prime Location in Beyoglu District
Located in the heart of Istanbul, Meridiani Taksim Hotel offers easy access to popular attractions like Istiklal Street, Taksim Square, and Taksim Metro Station. With key landmarks just a short distance away, guests can immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of the city.

Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms
Guests can unwind in air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, safety deposit box, and a private bathroom. The cozy rooms feature thoughtful touches like complimentary WiFi, ensuring a pleasant stay for all visitors.

Multilingual Staff and Delicious Breakfast Options
Experience exceptional hospitality with our multilingual staff fluent in Arabic, German, English, and Russian. Start your day right with a delicious breakfast offering continental, vegetarian, and vegan options, catering to diverse palates.

Secure your stay at Meridiani Taksim Hotel now for a memorable Istanbul experience.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
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

8.9
Based on 1874 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.35
Service: 9.35
Location: 8.85
Room Quality: 8.85
Amenities: 8.85
Value for Money: 9.35
Food and Beverage: 8.35
Overall Experience: 9.25
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Sultan extended_group sa
10
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Manaseer couple jo
8
It was a wonderful stay in every way, and the best thing was the staff – friendly and professional. I especially want to
Pros:

It was a wonderful stay in every way, and the best thing was the staff – friendly and professional. I especially want to mention Asaf, Mahmoud, and Mustafa. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Tomas couple sa
10
Friendly, authentic, great location.
Pros:

I have never written a review on Booking.com before, but after staying at Meridiani Taksim Hotel for almost two weeks with my wife, I genuinely felt that this hotel and its staff deserved one.

Before travelling to Istanbul, we spent several days researching and comparing hotels because we wanted somewhere comfortable, reliable and reasonably priced for a longer stay. One of the main reasons for our trip was an appointment with VFS Global, and the location could not have been more convenient – VFS Global is literally right across the street from the hotel.

From the moment we arrived, the level of service was exceptional.

A very special thank you has to go to Mahmoud. We saw him practically every day throughout our stay, and he consistently went far beyond what we would normally expect from hotel reception staff. He was extremely friendly, professional, responsive and genuinely interested in making sure that my wife and I were comfortable and enjoying Istanbul.

Mahmoud helped us arrange transportation, including airport transfers, and was always available when we needed assistance. He gave us recommendations, explained different options for getting around Istanbul and suggested places to visit. Much of this was not something he was obligated to do – he simply wanted to help. That level of personal service makes an enormous difference when you are visiting a foreign country.

I sincerely believe Mahmoud deserves recognition from the hotel management for the way he treats guests. He represents hospitality at a very high level: professional, trustworthy, authentic and genuinely caring about the people staying at the hotel.

I would also like to thank Mustafa, who was very friendly and helpful, as well as everyone else working at reception and throughout the hotel. We felt welcomed and supported during our entire stay.

Regarding the room itself, what you see in the Booking.com pictures is what you actually receive. Our room was comfortable, clean and well maintained.

Cons:

There was nothing that negatively affected our stay, but there are a few areas that could make an already very good hotel even better in the future. For longer stays, it would be great to see a small gym added, some further development or upgrading of the terrace area, and a broader breakfast selection or occasional changes to the breakfast menu to accommodate different preferences and dietary needs. That being said, whenever we needed something different during our stay, Mahmoud was always very accommodating and willing to help, so these are suggestions for further improvement rather than complaints.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
Ειρήνη solo_traveller gr
10
Υπεροχη επιλογή για να κυκλοφορήσεις παντού.
Pros:

Ειναι τοποθετημένο κοντα σε δεκαδες επιλογες μεταφορικων μέσων. Το ξενοδοχείο είναι πολύ μοντέρνο και πεντακάθαρο. Ωραιο στρωμα και άφρατα μαλακα μαξιλάρια. Μας παρείχαν εμφιαλωμένο νερό κάθε μερα και υπήρχε μόνιμα βραστήρας για καφε και τσάι. Καφες παρέχεται δωρεάν και στο lobby. Το προσωπικό ειναι παντα τοσο εξυπηρετικό και ευγενικο που εκανε την διαμονη μας ανετη και ασφαλή.

Cons:

Μια μικρή ανηφόρα μέχρι την πλατεία Ταξιμ πρέπει να ληφθεί υπόψιν, ιδιαίτερα όταν εχει ζέστη. Επίσης το πρωινό θα μπορούσε να είχε και πιο ευρωπαϊκές επιλογές, αν και ήταν νόστιμο και άφθονο.

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
سعود extended_group sa
10
Pros:

احسن واحد محمود الموظفه سهراء

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Desislava couple bg
9
Pros:

Amazing stay! Modern, clean hotel with the best staff. Special thanks to Mahmoud, who was incredibly friendly and went above and beyond by helping ship my boyfriend’s forgotten AirPods to Bulgaria after several companies refused due to the battery. Truly exceptional service!

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
K
khaled family_with_children ie
3
Pros:

the staff

Cons:

old furniture

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Anton couple ge
6
Pros:

We were told that this is a criminal district but in general the location is good. Staff was friendly, helpful and helped resolve the issues. Breakfast also was good and hearty.

Cons:

Noise. Especially during nights (until 1 AM). I'm sorry but there is no soundproofing.

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Vlad couple ro
8
Cons:

Nu s-a mentionat ca NU exista parcare a hotelului ci o parcare publica la 50m de hotel, in baie miros destuk de puternic de canalizare, drumul pana in centru nu este doar pe bulevard

2026-08-03 via Nuitee
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Ahmad family_with_children sa
10
Pros:

الموظف محمود ونعم الرجل سهل كل امورنا ورجل خدوم ويساعد في كل شي

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
P
Pol couple es
9
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Lianne extended_group mt
10
Will definitely stay again
Pros:

The staff was amazing ❤️

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
C
Connor couple gb
7
Pros:

Good value for money, clean rooms

Cons:

Location wasn’t great

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
K
Kostiantyn couple ua
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
A
Abdulmailk extended_group sa
10
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
S
Simon solo_traveller de
10
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
H
Hossein extended_group ca
7
Pros:

The staff were very kind and helpful.

Cons:

The location of the property was in a poor area and the alleys were steep and made it very difficult to walk to Taksim square.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Haya couple sa
10
إقامة رايعة تتكرر بالتأكيد
Pros:

خدمة الموظفين

Cons:

لايوجد

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
F
Farhang family_with_children at
9
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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NAM DOU solo_traveller fr
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee