Grand Esen Hotel

Hotels
8 (670 reviews)
Hoca Pasa Mah. Orhaniye Cad. No:40 Sirkeci , Istanbul , tr

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Room quality issues

Categories

Cleanliness
6.39
Multiple mentions of dirty rooms and poor cleanliness across reviews.
Service
8.86
Friendly staff praised in several reviews, although some negative experiences mentioned.
Location
9.9
Consistently positive remarks about the location being excellent and central.
Room Quality
6.85
Comments on very small rooms, poor state of repair, and outdated furnishings.
Amenities
7.88
Limited mentions, but noted need for improvement and renovation.
Value for Money
8.34
Mixed reviews, with some stating acceptable quality for the price.
Food and Beverage
7.39
Negative feedback on breakfast variety and quality, impacting overall experience.
Overall Experience
8.36
General dissatisfaction noted, but a few positive aspects balanced the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 16:28

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Grand Esen Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, just a 2-minute walk from the Sirkeci Train Station. Enjoy comfortable stays with satellite TV, minibar, and stunning views of The Bosphorus from the 3rd floor rooms.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day with a rich breakfast buffet including cereals, juices, and fruits. Explore nearby eateries and bars for a taste of local cuisine. Visit the Gulhane Zoo for a relaxing time under the sun.

Convenient Location
Conveniently located, Grand Esen Hotel is a short walk from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Benefit from free parking, a 24-hour reception, and easy access to various attractions. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

Free parking is available between 18:00 - 10:00.

Check-in and check-out hours:

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

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

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 15 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for € 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 10 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for € 10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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.

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 670 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.39
Service: 8.86
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 6.85
Amenities: 7.88
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 7.39
Overall Experience: 8.36
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Simona Maria couple it
10
Ottimo
Pros:

Spirals

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Natascha extended_group za
1
Stay away. COCKROACHES, everything is DIRTY
Pros:

Nothing. Absolutely nothing

Cons:

This was one of the worst accommodation experiences we have ever had. We were forced to leave after one night due to a severe cockroach infestation. Every single time the lights were switched on, cockroaches ran across the room. This is unacceptable and unhygienic.
The bathroom was filthy, extremely small, and smelled terrible. The bedding was dirty. The walls were paper thin, and despite complaining to management about excessive noise from neighbouring guests, nothing was done. Sleep was impossible.
The room was ridiculously small. There was no space to open a suitcase or even walk properly. This property is absolutely not suitable for families or anyone travelling with luggage.
Breakfast was disgraceful. Boiled eggs were the closest thing to food served. Bread was left out in a plastic shopping bag straight from the store, which is unhygienic and lazy. This is not what any reasonable person would consider breakfast.
The location is on a very busy street with traffic and noise continuing until after 2 a.m. Combined with the condition of the room, this made the stay unbearable.
The manager admitted the conditions were unacceptable and promised a refund. Since then, all messages have been ignored and no refund has been processed. The lack of accountability is shocking.
Avoid this property at all costs. We will never return and will never recommend this place to anyone.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Sandy solo_traveller nl
5
2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple au
6
Location great, but very confined space and responses to issues.
Pros:

Location! Adjacent to Sirkesi station and walking distance to great food, attractions and transport. Brilliant, fresh salads for breakfast. Great heating.

Cons:

Off-hand attitudes at checkin and departure. No replacement towels after room service (again: off-hand attitude… one young guy eventually left the animated discussions at reception to take me looking around upstairs for a towel). Dangerous amateur repair to the toilet seat leaving sharp screws protruding from the top. They are ambitious, cramming so many features into one small room, but the already confined floor space was even more constricted. Insect bites on our second night (now dealing with allergic reaction). The room would be ok for one person but it’s waaaay too tight for two. We were happy to cut our stay short to take up a train booking.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Saltanat couple kz
10
Pros:

Resepsiyondaki Üveys beyefendiye içten teşekkürlerimi iletmek istiyorum. Beni sıcak bir şekilde karşıladı, çay ikram etti ve odamın mükemmel şekilde ısınmasını sağladı. Üstelik bana en inanılmaz manzaraya sahip bir oda verdi – gerçekten unutulmaz! Onun detaylara gösterdiği özen ve nezaketi, İstanbul’daki konaklamamı muhteşem kıldı. Bu oteli şiddetle tavsiye ediyorum! Çok çok teşekkür ederim, görüşmek üzere!

Cons:

Resepsiyondaki Üveys beyefendiye içten teşekkürlerimi iletmek istiyorum. Beni sıcak bir şekilde karşıladı, çay ikram etti ve odamın mükemmel şekilde ısınmasını sağladı. Üstelik bana en inanılmaz manzaraya sahip bir oda verdi – gerçekten unutulmaz! Onun detaylara gösterdiği özen ve nezaketi, İstanbul’daki konaklamamı muhteşem kıldı. Bu oteli şiddetle tavsiye ediyorum! Çok çok teşekkür ederim, görüşmek üzere!

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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KONSTANTINOS couple gr
9
Great location, outstanding staff, value for money
Pros:

The reception guy offered us a better room from what we choose at the beginning and that means that he understood our need! He had empathy and also let us to have late check out since the weather was awful outside and our flight back was at night.

The location of the hotel is amazing ! You can take the T1 tram to go anywhere and also the area is full of stores , cafes, bars etc.

The price was amazing, and included also a really good breakfast!!! That was awesome

Cons:

Everything was fine for the price paid!

2026-03-24 via Nuitee
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Begoña family_with_children es
10
Pros:

Trato familiar y muy buena ubicación

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Piotr solo_traveller pl
5
2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Aytac family_with_children az
7
Pros:

Fiyat performans oteli

2026-03-21 via Nuitee
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Roman couple pl
5
Отель нуждается в срочном капитальном ремонте
Pros:

Очень хорошее расположение, доброжелательный персонал, хороший завтрак

Cons:

Отель находится в очень плохом техническом состоянии, все к чему прикасаешься вот вот развалится. В главном здании проблемы с канализацией (сильный запах) и тараканами, фотографии на букинг далеки от реальности. На нижнем этаже расположено кафе где местные постоянно курят, вытяжки там тоже нету, поэтому в номере постоянный, сильный запах сигарет. Рекомендую посмотреть отзывы на картах

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Baris couple se
10
Pros:

Trevligt personal.

Cons:

Rummen var små.

2026-03-19 via Nuitee
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Elaheh extended_group it
10
2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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Keso family_with_children fr
1
HÔTEL À FUIR ABSOLUMENT. établissement Insalubre, mauvaise foi totale et promesses mensongères
Cons:

HÔTEL À FUIR ABSOLUMENT. Cet hôtel a gâché mon séjour à Istanbul!
J’avais réservé 3 nuits dans cet établissement à Istanbul et ça a été une expérience catastrophique.
Dès la première nuit : piqûres de punaises de lit. Je préviens la réception, ils s’excusent et me changent de chambre.
Le lendemain, je rentre après une journée dehors, je m’allonge à peine 10 minutes sur le lit… et encore une piqûre. Donc clairement, le problème n’était PAS réglé.
Je précise : je n’avais même pas déballé ma valise et j’avais nettoyé mes affaires avant de changer de chambre. Donc qu’on arrête de faire porter la faute sur le client.
Quand j’en parle à nouveau à la réception, ils commencent à m’accuser en me disant que je dois laver tous mes vêtements (!!) tout en disant “désolé”. Aucune solution immédiate, aucune gestion sérieuse, juste de l’attente pendant des heures.
J’ai donc demandé un remboursement pour partir, puisqu’il me restait encore 2 nuits. Ils m’ont clairement dit qu’ils allaient me rembourser, m’ont donné un numéro personnel et promis un virement sous 2 jours. On m’a même demandé d’envoyer un message pour officialiser, ce que j’ai fait. Je rajouterais aussi qu'ils m'ont demandé de ne pas mettre de commentaire et qu'ils allait tout faire pour arranger le problème.
Résultat : j’ai dû quitter l’hôtel à 22h en urgence pour en trouver un autre.
Et bizarrement, dans le nouvel hôtel : AUCUN problème pendant les 2 nuits suivantes. Donc non, le problème ne venait pas de moi ni de mes affaires.
Aujourd’hui, plus d’un mois après (depuis le 13 février), toujours aucun remboursement. On me dit qu’on va me rappeler → jamais fait. Je relance → plus aucune réponse.
Conclusion : établissement insalubre, mauvaise foi totale et promesses mensongères.
Si vous tenez à votre santé et à votre argent, passez votre chemin.

2026-03-17 via Nuitee
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MAREK extended_group pl
1
Pros:

nic

Cons:

brak możliwości bezkosztowego skasowania hotelu przez uczestnika o najwyższym statusie Genius, który ma niespotykanie wysoką ocenę 8 na Booking mimo faktu że wielu podróżnych i moi towarzysze podróży zwracają uwagę na problemy z czystością i robactwo w pokojach. Nie udało się skasować bezkosztowo przez 3 konsultantów Booking oraz podczas bezpośredniego kontaktu z hotelem.

2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Andrei Alexandru couple ro
8
Nice
Pros:

Great spot! It’s in a perfect location near all the main sights and has everything you need. A huge plus is the staff—they are super friendly and go out of their way to make sure you have a good trip. They have clean bedding. Good value for money!

Cons:

The rooms are small.

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Aleksandra couple nl
8
Krótkie zwiedzanie Stambułu
Pros:

Lokalizacja
Dobre śniadania
Personel

Cons:

Maleńki pokój, ale jeśli jest tylko do spania na kilka dni to nie ma problemu

2026-03-13 via Nuitee
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husein solo_traveller de
3
2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Andrei Alexandru couple ro
7
2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Inés couple es
9
Opción perfecta en el centro de Estambul
Pros:

Ubicación y desayuno excelentes.
Personal del hotel muy amables.

Cons:

Habitación algo pequeña

2026-03-12 via Nuitee
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Svetlana couple ru
10
Pros:

Персонал, расположение цена и качество

2026-03-12 via Nuitee