İstanbul Bosphorus Hotel Symbola

Hotels
8.5 (144 reviews)
Portakal Yokusu Cad., No:17, Ortakoy, Besiktas , Istanbul , tr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good value
Cons:
Noise from traffic
Basic breakfast selection
Limited helper assistance for luggage

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Generally clean with some concerns about fit and finishes in the economy room.
Service
9.05
Staff is consistently described as helpful, friendly, and attentive.
Location
9.09
Excellent location near transport links and key attractions.
Room Quality
8.54
Rooms praised for style and comfort, although some noted maintenance issues.
Amenities
8.57
Amenities meet expectations for a hotel at this standard.
Value for Money
8.53
Guests feel they received good value for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
7.58
Breakfast options are labeled as simple, though adequate.
Overall Experience
8.55
Many guests had enjoyable stays and expressed a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 04:31

Property Description

Historical Mansions in a Garden Oasis
Symbola Bosphorus offers a unique stay in two historical mansions nestled in a serene garden, just steps away from the iconic Bosphorus Bridge.

Ottoman-Inspired Rooms with Modern Amenities
Experience a blend of traditional Ottoman decor and modern convenience in rooms equipped with LCD TVs, safes, and marble bathrooms. Some rooms even boast stunning sea views.

Authentic Turkish Dining and Scenic Views
Indulge in delicious Turkish cuisine at the on-site restaurant while taking in panoramic city views. Don't miss the chance to savor a traditional Turkish breakfast or unwind with Turkish coffee and delights.

For a memorable stay in Istanbul, book your accommodation at Symbola Bosphorus today!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: IST

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 6 years old and over stay for € 20 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

8.5
Based on 144 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.57
Value for Money: 8.53
Food and Beverage: 7.58
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Max • couple • gb
7
Pros:

Great staff, decent location, nice views of the Bosphorus.

Cons:

Noise: you hear both people in the room above and, to a lesser extent, the highway next door.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Bessi • extended_group • de
4
Würden wir nie wieder buchen.
Pros:

Preis und Lage

Cons:

Unangenehmer Gestank aus dem Badezimmer. Fenster undicht. Nur eine Decke für zwei Personen. Frühstück mittelmäßig bis schlecht.

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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GEORGE • solo_traveller • us
2
Very disappointed
Cons:

There was no wifi. Moldy bathroom walls. The shower water was either extremely hot or cold, making it impossible to shower. The breakfast was quite limited and simple, and it only started at 8:30 a.m., which is rather late

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
K
Kaan • couple • nl
10
Very good hotel
Pros:

Locaties and clean

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Maria • couple • bg
10
Превъзходен хотел и персонал 🥰
Pros:

Разположението на хотела, стаите и гостоприемството са превъзходни. Хората са изключително мили и отзивчив.

Cons:

Всичко беше на високо ниво. Нама нещо, което да не ни е харесало.

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Toma • solo_traveller • bg
10
2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Nazile • couple • de
9
Würde gerne wieder mein Auffenthalt in dem kleinen Botique Hotel buchen
Pros:

Die Aussicht war super 👍Die Mitarbeiter sind sehr Freundlich und herzlich man fühlt sich wie Zuhause Frühstück war einfalsreich jeden Tag etwas anderes dazu 👍😘

Cons:

Das Wetter hat nicht so mitgemacht wie wir es vorgestellt hatten meiste Zeit hat es geregnet und war sehr Frisch aner unser Zimmer war kuschelig Warm 👍

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
• family_with_children • us
10
2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Tural • couple • az
10
2026-04-05 • via Nuitee
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Szolanzs • extended_group • hu
10
Pros:

Nagyon tetszett a szállás, központi helyen található , tömegközlekedéssel jól megközelíthető. A személyzet nagyon kedves és segítőkész.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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DILEK • solo_traveller • de
7
Pros:

Staff

Cons:

Bathroom flush was broken. Room requires some maintenance.

2026-02-22 • via Nuitee
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Bengusu Hazal • couple • de
10
Pros:

The hotel has a great, very central location, just a 15-minute walk from the Ortaköy Mosque. You can easily take buses and ferries from there, and there is also a bus stop right in front of the hotel.

The rooms are spacious and clean, and the breakfast was good with a nice variety of options. However, what we particularly liked most about the hotel was the staff. They were incredibly kind, friendly, and always ready to help.

I would definitely stay at this hotel again.

Cons:

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2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Ameer Mahdi Nassrullah • couple • ca
1
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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Constantinos • couple • gb
10
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Georgi • couple • bg
10
2026-01-29 • via Nuitee
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Emil • couple • bg
10
2026-01-24 • via Nuitee
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Mats Johansson • solo_traveller • se
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
G
Gonol • family_with_children • be
10
Heerlijk verblijf in Istanbul, we voelden ons helemaal thuis en hebben enorm genoten.
Pros:

Ons verblijf in Istanbul was fantastisch! Het hotel was een prachtig landhuis/villa, heel schoon en met een grote tuin. Het personeel was ontzettend vriendelijk, misschien zelfs iets té aardig, maar altijd behulpzaam en attent.

Het ontbijt was heerlijk en werd volledig klaargemaakt naar onze wensen, wat we erg waardeerden. De locatie is perfect: op loopafstand van de prachtige Ortaköy-moskee en de gezellige omgeving eromheen.

Mijn gezin en ik hebben enorm genoten van ons verblijf en we komen hier zeker terug! ❤️

Cons:

Helemaal niets!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
R
Refik • couple • be
10
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
R
Roli • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee