pilot hotel

Hotels
7.6 (1031 reviews)
Bağlar Sırtı Sokak no:46 , Arnavutköy , tr

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Pets allowed
Non-smoking throughout
Grocery deliveries
Fruits
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
Physical distancing rules followed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Close to airport
Clean and friendly atmosphere
Cons:
Inaccessible location
Various maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.3
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues, particularly with the tea kettle and overall maintenance.
Service
8.26
Mixed service experiences noted, but transfers were well-managed and some staff were friendly.
Location
7.81
Close to the airport, but difficult to access and in a rural area which was inconvenient for some guests.
Room Quality
7.76
Many guests were satisfied with the comfort, but there were complaints about the size of the rooms and issues with shower fixtures.
Amenities
6.79
Several missing amenities like necessary kitchen equipment and insufficient maintenance.
Value for Money
8.24
Generally considered good value relative to other options, despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
6.8
No breakfast served; kitchen amenities not well-equipped.
Overall Experience
7.86
Overall experience was mixed with good aspects but serious issues raised by guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 16:32

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Located in the charming area of Arnavutköy, the pilot hotel offers a luxurious stay with modern amenities. Each room is equipped with a wardrobe, flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. The air-conditioned rooms ensure a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere for guests.

Multilingual Staff and Exceptional Service
Our dedicated staff at pilot hotel are fluent in English, Russian, and Turkish, providing excellent guidance and assistance at the reception. Whether you need local recommendations or help with any inquiries, we are here to make your stay memorable and stress-free.

Convenient Location and Free WiFi
Situated just a few steps from Istanbul Airport, pilot hotel offers convenience for travelers. Enjoy free WiFi throughout the property to stay connected during your visit. Explore nearby attractions such as Istiklal Street and Taksim Square, all within a short distance from the hotel.

Ready to experience luxury and comfort at pilot hotel? Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

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

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

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 1031 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.3
Service: 8.26
Location: 7.81
Room Quality: 7.76
Amenities: 6.79
Value for Money: 8.24
Food and Beverage: 6.8
Overall Experience: 7.86
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Nasser • solo_traveller • ae
3
No good
Cons:

Small room, nobody in reception, bathroom shower was damaged, ...

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Ailands • solo_traveller • gb
2
Pros:

Its a good little place for a layover but other than that its pretty bad

Cons:

Smelled of manure everywhere ,
Once you enter it just hits you

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Sebastian • solo_traveller • pl
9
Recommend
Pros:

Blisko lotniska
Transfer na lotnisko z pod hotelu głównego wejścia w przystępnej cenie

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Jane • extended_group • ee
8
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Gennadiy • solo_traveller • ua
9
2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Issa • solo_traveller • ru
1
I booked this hotel the evening before my delayed flight, specifically for a short stay from 7 AM to
Pros:

No

Cons:

I booked this hotel the evening before my delayed flight, specifically for a short stay from 7 AM to 12 PM. My arrival time was clearly indicated in advance, so I expected at least basic reception availability upon arrival.

The hotel is located about 10 minutes from the airport, but the surrounding area is very isolated, with almost no services nearby besides agricultural buildings. Outside, there was a very strong smell of manure, and unfortunately inside the hotel this was replaced by an equally strong chemical odor.

When I arrived at 7 AM, there was nobody at reception. I waited and repeatedly tried to find a staff member for about 30 minutes. Exhausted after the delayed flight, I eventually found an open room and fell asleep.

At around 11 AM, I went to reception to present my passport and complete check-in properly. At that point, I was unexpectedly charged an additional fee for my cats, although this had not been clearly stated on the booking website. The cats had remained inside their carrier the entire time and never even left the bathroom area.

As a cat breeder, I also want to point out that such strong chemical smells can be harmful to animals’ health and are not appropriate for a hotel advertising itself as pet-friendly.

I tried to check the booking details online, but the Wi-Fi was not functioning at all. After I questioned the extra charges, the owner told me to leave the hotel immediately. Since there was no working internet and almost no traffic outside, I had no practical way to arrange transportation myself and had to use the taxi called by the owner. I was then informed that I would also have to cover the cost of transportation both from the airport to the hotel and back again.

Overall, this experience was unnecessarily stressful after a delayed flight. Unfortunately, the stay did not meet reasonable expectations for a short airport stopover.

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Diogo • solo_traveller • pt
8
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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pos • solo_traveller • ru
8
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Tamara • solo_traveller • de
10
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Kadhim • solo_traveller • ca
7
Pros:

Good location
Price is reasonable

Cons:

The place is old and needs to be
More tiddy

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Andrei • solo_traveller • us
8
Good value for the money
Pros:

Low price, proximity to the airport

Cons:

No places to eat close by. It is a village with sheep walking on the street.

2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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ELISAVET • couple • gr
8
Value for money και ιδανικο για συντομη διαμονη μεταξυ πτησεων
Pros:

Πολύ καλή τοποθεσία κοντά στο αεροδρομιο!! Πολυ φιλικο και εξυπηρετικο το προσωπικο

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Elisabeth • solo_traveller • ie
1
Pros:

This hôtel is in thé middle of nowhere. I did not leave the taxi as I did not feel safe for a solo traveller

Cons:

This hôtel is in thé middle of nowhere. I did not leave the taxi as I did not feel safe for a solo traveller

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Harald • solo_traveller • de
4
Fast alles war innerhalb der Normen, entsprechend des Preises für die Übernachtung.
Pros:

Obwohl ich mit Verspätung erst gegen 1 Uhr eintraf, war die Rezeption besetzt und die Dame, die dort arbeitete, außerordentlich freundlich. Das für 11 Uhr über sie bestellte, sehr billige Taxi, stand pünktlich vor der Tür. Die Fahrt zum Flugplatz IST dauerte nur 15 Minuten. Die Ausstattung des Hotels entsprach den Standarts, die dem bezahlten Preis für die Übernachtung entsprechen.

Cons:

Die Lage des Hotels ist in einem Ort, wie am Ende der Welt und in diesem, am äußersten Ende. Der Taxifahrer aus Istanbul, nach Navi fahrend, brauchte ca. 15 Minuten, um es zu finden. In unmittelbarer Nähe des Hotels gibt es keinerlei Geschäfte oder interessante Objekte und die Zufahrtstraßen sind in grauenhaftem Zustand.
Im Hotel gab es, wegen Sturmschäden, kein WiFi. Im Sat-TV waren nur türkische Kanäle.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Mario • solo_traveller • de
4
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Nick • solo_traveller • gb
7
Pros:

Proximity to airport

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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O Connell • couple • ie
7
Comfortable and clean
Pros:

Clean comfortable good shower

Cons:

Further away from the Airport than you think
🤔

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • de
1
Arbeitet vermutlich mit einem Taxiunternehmen zusammen - der Preis ist Doppelt so hoch. ...
Cons:

2 x Taxi --> Nicht gefunden ( Pro hin und zurück, 20€ )
Laut MAPS, Links... abbiegen ( Lagerhaus ) .. dann Links Abbiegen ( Geschäft ) ... keine Straße

Dann schreibt die Unterkunft, " wir bieten Ihnen ein Taxi für 40€/fahrt ... habe dann am Flughafen geschlafen

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Nadeszda • solo_traveller • ua
7
Быстро удобно
Pros:

Небольшой отель
место расположение идеальное - персонал замечательный
Цена небольшая по этому как бы многое понятно В целом трансфер очень удобно привели отвезли
Регистрация быстрая - с учетом что всего было три часа на сон то отлично

Cons:

Хотелось бы коврики на пол около кровати-вешалки в шкаф

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Abdulkhalik • solo_traveller • de
5
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee