Hotel California

Hotels
8.7 (551 reviews)
BINBIRDIREK MAH. GEDIKPAŞA CAMI SK. NO 49 /888 AP - Fatih , Istanbul , tr

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Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Small room
Limited breakfast variety

Categories

Cleanliness
8.28
Some reviews mentioned issues with room cleanliness and maintenance.
Service
9.75
Multiple reviews highlighted the helpfulness and kindness of the staff.
Location
9.79
The location of the hotel was frequently praised for its convenience to major attractions.
Room Quality
7.74
Several reviews noted that room sizes were small and some amenities were lacking.
Amenities
8.27
Amenities were noted to be basic with limited breakfast choices.
Value for Money
9.23
Many guests felt that the hotel provided good value relative to its location.
Food and Beverage
7.78
Breakfast options have been described as insufficient and limited in variety.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall a good experience despite some issues with room quality and breakfast.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 15:25

Property Description

Charming Location in Historic District
Located on a quiet street in Istanbul’s Sultanahmet district, California Hotel offers a charming stay with French balconies and proximity to Theodosius Cistern.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
The parquet-floored rooms at the hotel come with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and private bathrooms. Elevator access ensures convenience for all guests.

Warm Hospitality and Convenient Services
Guests can enjoy the bright and contemporary lobby, perfect for relaxing or planning city excursions with the helpful hotel staff. The nearby Grand Bazaar adds to the allure of staying at California Hotel.

Book your stay now at California Hotel for a delightful blend of comfort and convenience in Istanbul!

Important information:

Please note that construction work is taking place nearby and property may be affected by noise.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    Adults stay for € 10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 551 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.28
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.79
Room Quality: 7.74
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 9.23
Food and Beverage: 7.78
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Gaukhar • extended_group • kz
7
Правильно указывать квадратуру комнаты в описании.
Pros:

Вкусные завтраки, хорошее местоположение

Cons:

Тесная комната, нет заявленных 20м2. Очень тесно для 3 человек. На 1 этаже не хватает столов во время завтраков.

2026-05-16 • via Nuitee
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Inna • solo_traveller • ua
9
Pros:

A very small but comfortable hotel.
Convenient location.
The room met my expectations, it was clean and tidy. Daily towel replacement and cleaning. The beds are comfortable, and the bed linen is clean.
The staff was very friendly.
There is an elevator, which is convenient.

Cons:

The breakfast was not very varied; I would have liked more options.
You can hear the neighbors in the other rooms.

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
M
Maria • couple • es
10
Todo perfecto
Pros:

Ubicación y trato del personal

Cons:

Nada

2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Giulio • solo_traveller • ca
7
Decent value for money in a great location.
Pros:

The room was quite small and a bit dark, though that wasn’t a major issue for me personally. The location was excellent — close to the tram station, shops, and plenty of restaurants. The AC worked well and kept the room cool as expected. Breakfast was included in my rate, although the serving window was fairly short and a bit too early for my schedule. The staff were very kind and always willing to help.

A couple of things to keep in mind: the WC had no ventilation fan or direct airflow, and the room window did not open directly to the outside, so fresh air circulation was limited. Also, if you plan to pay by card, it’s best to bring the physical card, as tap-to-pay services like Apple Pay, Google Wallet, or Samsung Wallet may not always work everywhere in Turkey.

Cons:

Hotels in this area and price range tend to be fairly average despite looking more upscale in photos. That doesn’t make them bad, just a little different from expectations. As is common in many hotels around Istanbul, there were occasional daytime noises from construction or building systems, though nights were generally quiet.

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Lucia • extended_group • es
10
VOLVEREMOS 100%
Pros:

LA UBICACION EL DESAYUNO Y TODO PERFECTO

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Yu Hsu • solo_traveller • tw
8
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Albana • extended_group • al
8
2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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Olena • couple • gb
10
Добре
Pros:

Зручний номер, доволі комфортний. Є ліфт. Прибирання кожного дня. Смачний сніданок.

Cons:

Дуже відчувається запах сигарет. Прокинулася серед ночі від їдкого запаху у номері, наче у ньому курять, звідки проник той сморід так і не зрозуміла. Після дзвінка на ресепшин прийшли дуже швидко. Інші ночі було не відчутно.

2026-05-12 • via Nuitee
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Srećko • solo_traveller • hr
9
Pros:

Lokacija je top.
Osoblje bi moglo malo bolje pricati engleski
Dorucak je dobar,
Relativno tiho s obzirom na lokaciju

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Patrik • couple • sk
7
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Riccardo • couple • it
9
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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KESO • solo_traveller • ge
8
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Luisa • extended_group • it
7
Pros:

La posizione ottima e lo staff sempre disponibile e gentile.

Cons:

La colazione si potrebbe migliorare, nel bagno mancano dei punti di appoggio per effetti personali.

2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • hu
10
2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • solo_traveller • us
9
Great location
Pros:

Location and helpful staff and free breakfast

Cons:

Towels were very stiff, needed fabric softener

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Khatuna • solo_traveller • ge
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Everything

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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wenlin • extended_group • cn
9
nice
Pros:

老板人很好

Cons:

提供早餐吃完了需要及时补上

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
B
Bernadetta • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • de
8
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Ulrich • couple • de
10
Sehr gepflegte Unterkunft mit freundlichem Personal und ordentlichem Frühstück. Ein „sicherer Hafen“ in der lebhaften St
2026-05-05 • via Nuitee