İstanbul Bosphorus Hotel Symbola

Hotels
8.5 (131 reviews)
Portakal Yokusu Cad., No:17, Ortakoy, Besiktas , Istanbul , tr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
BBQ facilities
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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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 131 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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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
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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
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Refik • couple • be
10
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Roli • couple • gb
10
Pros:

Everything

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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neslihan • couple • tr
9
2026-01-05 • via Nuitee
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Gunes • solo_traveller • au
9
2026-01-04 • via Nuitee
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Nada • couple • tr
9
Will always be my chosen hotel in Ortaköy
Pros:

Location , helpful smiley staff , view from the restaurant and the authentic styles of the rooms

Cons:

Nothing

2025-12-28 • via Nuitee
Аylin • couple • bg
9
Character and location
Pros:

The location - in a pleasant neighborhood with great links to the rest of Istanbul, the atmosphere and the character of the building are distinctive. The staff were nice and attentive.
Price-performance ratio very good.

Cons:

Being very close to the bridge, there is a constant traffic noise. It can work as white noise for some but can be an issue for others. It was ok for a few days for us.
The breakfast is fairly simple but again, works fine.

2025-12-22 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • couple • sk
10
2025-12-18 • via Nuitee
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ceyda • couple • be
10
Pros:

Personnel très à l’écoute et aux petits soins pour que tout se passe à merveille !
L’emplacement est juste génial il y a moyen de se déplacer très facilement dans tous les coins d’Istanbul avec les transports en commun.

2025-12-18 • via Nuitee
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Omer • couple • us
10
Best for the price! Definitely coming back!!!!!!!
Pros:

It was super clean and friendly staff

2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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Muhammet • couple • tr
10
Amazing Bosphorus view, warm staff, and a truly comfortable stay.
Pros:

Symbola Bosphorus’da konaklamam çok keyifliydi. Boğaz manzarası harikaydı, personel çok ilgiliydi ve otelin sıcak atmosferi kendimi hemen rahat hissettirdi. Konum mükemmel, kesinlikle tavsiye ederim.

Cons:

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2025-11-27 • via Nuitee
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Aleksandar • couple • bg
10
2025-11-25 • via Nuitee