SkyLife OldCity Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (132 reviews)
Taya Hatun Sokak No:10 , Istanbul , tr

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Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Laundry
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Bar
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise disturbances

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
Some guests mentioned cleanliness issues and concerns about the room.
Service
9.15
Guests praised the staff for their friendliness and helpfulness.
Location
9.65
Highly rated for its proximity to attractions and convenience.
Room Quality
7.65
Some concerns about comfort and issues with the bed and amenities.
Amenities
8.65
Standard quality for this hotel tier, with some guests highlighting specific issues.
Value for Money
8.65
Overall considered fair given the location, though some felt prices were high due to tourist area.
Food and Beverage
8.65
Generally good food with some variety, but with limited availability at times.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall positive experiences despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 14:47

Property Description

Central Location
Located just 600 meters from Basilica Cistern, enjoy the convenience of being near Istanbul's iconic landmarks and bustling city center.

Modern Amenities
With air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi, and a bar on-site, relax and unwind in comfort after a day of exploring the city.

Cultural Cuisine
Indulge in a delicious breakfast spread featuring warm dishes and local specialties, offering a taste of Istanbul's rich culinary scene.

To experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in Istanbul, book your stay at SkyLife OldCity Hotel today.

Important information:

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Managed by a private host
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 132 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 9.15
Location: 9.65
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 8.65
Value for Money: 8.65
Food and Beverage: 8.65
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Bilgihan • family_with_children • nl
9
Zeer vriendelijke personeel en behulpzaam. Alles is op loopafstand en als je verder weg wilt kan je binnen een paar minu
Pros:

Locatie is goed, alles is op loopafstand. Je bent binnen een paar minuten bij een tramhalte of er pier of marmaray als je iets verder weg wilt .

Cons:

Iets luidruchtig.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Jakub • solo_traveller • pl
9
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Filip • couple • cz
4
Wifi v hotelu vůbec nefungovala. Snídaně byla pd 10-12h ( když jsme tedy dorazili v 10:00, tak nebylo noc připraveno, ob
Pros:

Lokalita

Cons:

Wifi, Snídaně

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Aleksandra • family_with_children • ru
8
Pros:

Расположение просто топовое! Завтрак свежий, сытный. Персонал приветливый. В номерах довольно чисто.

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Idrees • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Lachi • couple • md
9
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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IULIIA • couple • ru
10
Pros:

Конечно. Вот более живой и естественный отзыв на английском:

We had a wonderful stay at this hotel in Istanbul! From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel very welcome. Everyone was incredibly friendly, polite, and always happy to help with any questions or requests.

We were pleasantly surprised that we were checked in earlier than the official check-in time, which we really appreciated after our journey.

The location is excellent—very convenient for exploring Istanbul, with many attractions and public transportation nearby. The room was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a relaxing stay.

The breakfast was one of the highlights of our visit. There was a great variety of fresh and delicious food every morning, and it was definitely worth the price.

Overall, everything exceeded our expectations. Great service, perfect location, comfortable accommodation, and an amazing breakfast. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Istanbul!

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Seongjin • couple • kr
8
Pros:

아침은 아래 식당에서 주는데, 그냥 한끼 때우면 되요.
공항가기전 1박하기에는 가성비 좋습니다.
이스탄불에서 시티투어하기에는 위치가 좋습니다.

Cons:

에어콘 에서 나오는 물을 펌프가 회수하는 소리가 나요.
백색소음 같이 적응 하면 괜찮아요.
버텨내면 잘 만 합니다.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Altynay • couple • kz
10
Pros:

Многие Достопримечательности находились рядом

Cons:

Шум чаек

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
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Yılmaz • couple • tr
8
Pros:

Konumu merkezi

Cons:

Personel biraz acemiceeydi bizim kapimizi bir ara açmaya çalışıyorlardı hangi odanın boş hangisi dolu olduğunu bilmiyorlardı Havlular eskiydi duşakabin kapıları yok

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Michał • couple • pl
8
Pros:

Bardzo dobra lokalizacja.
Wlasciciel potrafi tańczyć z drinkiem na glowie ;) piękny show!

2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Nikoletta • couple • hu
10
2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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Sejjaf • extended_group • ba
7
People and location were great but the sound insulation is weak and cleanliness is a problem (smelly toilet, dirty towel
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Cristian Camilo • solo_traveller • co
8
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Mohammed kareem • family_with_children • sa
3
الفندق جيد لقضاء ليلة واحدة فقط عند الضرورة او في حال اراد الشخص الاستفادة من الموقع، غير ذلك انا لا انصح به ولن اعيد زي
Pros:

الموقع ممتاز وفريق العمل مضياف على الرغم من عدم وجود مكتب للاستقبال حيث انك تستلم مفتاح الغرفة من المطعم

Cons:

للاسف لا يوجد مصعد والدرج عالي جداً
عند استلمت الغرفة دون ازالة نفايات الحمام
السرر غير نظيفةً بشكل تشجعك على النوم
المكيف توجد به ماكينة ملحقة به كل نص ساعة تصدر صوت يستمر ما بين دقيقة الى خمس وعلى الرغم من شكواي فان فريق العمل لم يرسل احداً لصيانتها بمجرد معرفته بأن الصوت اختفى
لا يوجد عاملة نظافة للغرف حيث انه طوال فترة الاقامة لم تنظف الغرفة الا مرة واحدة وبعد الشكوى بعدم تنظيفها علماً انني كنت اعلق ورقة طلب التنظيف على الباب
الانترنت سيء
البراد يعمل ولكن لا يبرد
التواصل مع فريق العمل ليلاً دون جدوى حيث انه عندما حدثت مشكلة المكيف لاول مرة اتصلت على الرقم الذي تم تزويدي به ولكن دون مجيب

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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MUAID • couple • sa
10
Pros:

العرف واسعه المكان نظيف وجميل شكرا لكم علي حسن الاستقبال

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee
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Axelle • solo_traveller • fr
7
Bien
Pros:

Le lit est confortable. L'accueil agréable. Il y a la possibilité de manger sur place car il y a un restaurant juste au-dessous (attention au bruit le soir). L'établissement est très bien placé, possibilité de visiter Sultanahmet à pieds, il y a le tram et le métro (Sirkeçi) très proche. Très bon rapport qualité prix.

Cons:

Attention, ce n'était pas un point négatif pour moi (car il y a beaucoup de solutions aux alentours!!). Mais cela pourrait l'être pour d'autres personnes: le petit-déjeuner est servis tard (de 10H à 12H) et le service n'est pas à l'heure. Le premier jour, j'ai attendu 10 min devant l'établissement qui était encore fermé et sans lumière à 10H. Puis je suis partis vers la mosquée neuve pour prendre un petit-déjeuner (un mal pour un bien car il était délicieux). Si vous ne voulez pas perdre de temps le matin, prévoyez une bonne adresse pas loin.

2026-05-18 • via Nuitee
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ABDÜLBASİR • couple • tr
4
2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Haris • solo_traveller • ba
9
Pros:

Location is great. Staff great.

2026-05-17 • via Nuitee
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Savenko • couple • us
10
We had a wonderful stay and would gladly return in the future.
Pros:

The hotel has an excellent location in the heart of the city, within walking distance to many major attractions, restaurants, and public transportation. The staff was very welcoming, friendly, and always willing to help. The atmosphere felt warm and comfortable, and the room was clean and well maintained. We truly enjoyed our stay and felt very safe and taken care of throughout the trip.

Cons:

We did not experience any major issues during our stay.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee