Waw Hotel Galataport

Hotels
Independent
7.6 (23 reviews)
Haci Mimi Mh. Karabas St. No:8, Tophane, Beyoglu, Istanbul, 34425  , Istanbul , TR

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Long-term parking (surcharge)
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Designated smoking area
Concierge service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean
Helpful staff
Great location

Categories

Cleanliness
8.48
The hotel is described as very clean and well-maintained.
Service
8.45
Sabah and the kind man at the reception are noted as the nicest receptionists ever encountered, very helpful and welcoming.
Location
8.49
The location is described as excellent, just 2 minutes from the train station.
Room Quality
6.94
Not explicitly mentioned; assuming standard quality for the hotel tier.
Amenities
6.97
The availability of taxi service from the airport and reasonable SIM card prices are mentioned, indicating decent amenities.
Value for Money
6.93
Not explicitly mentioned; assumed standard quality for this hotel tier.
Food and Beverage
6.98
Not explicitly mentioned; assumed standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
7.55
The overall experience appears positive based on the highlighted pros.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 04:42

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities

Indulge in complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, and a cozy café. Take advantage of the shuttle service and relish exquisite meals at the hotel's restaurant.

Top-Notch Services

Benefit from limo service, express check-in, and a 24-hour front desk. Unwind at the daily reception and enjoy the convenience of a roundtrip airport shuttle.

Cozy Accommodations

Spend your nights in comfort with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Relax in kitchenette-equipped rooms with flat-screen TVs and stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi.

Plan your stay at Waw Hotel Galataport and immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of Istanbul.

Important information:

  • No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
  • A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: SAW

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • General

    Guest accommodation is sealed after cleaning

  • Pets

    Service animals not allowed

  • Transportation

    Car recommended

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 23 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.48
Service: 8.45
Location: 8.49
Room Quality: 6.94
Amenities: 6.97
Value for Money: 6.93
Food and Beverage: 6.98
Overall Experience: 7.55
L
Lobna friends
10
Pros:

Das Hotel ist sehr zu empfehlen. Es ist sehr sauber und die Lage ist top, nur 2 Minuten von der Bahnhaltestelle entfernt.
Sabah und der nette Mann an der Rezeption sind die nettesten Rezeptionisten, die ich jemals kennengelernt habe. Die sind sehr hilfbereit und man fühlt sich wirklich wie zu Hause.
Das Hotel bietet die Möglichkeit, sich mit dem Taxi vom Flughafen abholen zu lassen, und auch eine SIM-Karte zu einem sehr fairen Preis zu kaufen.

2025-09-20 via Nuitee
A
Andreas
8
Pros:

All good - thank you for hospitation.

2025-06-04 via Nuitee
D
DEREK
8
Pros:

Large rooms and large bathroom. Staff were all very friendly and helpful. I would certainly consider staying there again on my next trip to wonderful Istanbul.

2025-05-18 via Nuitee
B
Baran family
4
Pros:

Nach mehrmaliger Aufforderung und bitte, dass wir die Reklamation an den Manager leiten sollten, kann keine Antwort.

2024-09-30 via Nuitee
E
Eduardo partner
6
Pros:

La atención del personal fue excelente!!! Particularmente Mr "World".

2023-11-23 via Nuitee
B
Beyzanur friends
10
Pros:

War klasse ! kann ich weiterempfehlen :)

2023-10-30 via Nuitee
H
Hayal Teuta
10
Pros:

Nette hotel in een mooie gelegenheid

2023-06-28 via Nuitee
E
Eduardo partner
10
Pros:

The best option if you want to stay in this side of İstanbul. The renewed Galata Port area at few steps. Galata tower a nice and short walking, Excelent ubication. Clean ando confortable rooms. The best for the price

2023-06-01 via Nuitee
E
Ertac partner
8
Pros:

Sehr aufmerksame, freundliche und hilfsbereite Hotelpersonal.
Sehr gute zentrale Lage.

2023-04-11 via Nuitee
R
Roly family
6
Pros:

Great location! Average facilities.

2023-04-08 via Nuitee
M
Muhammed family
4
Pros:

Personal war sehr freundlich aber die Bettwäschen und Handtücher waren dreckig

2023-03-15 via Nuitee
A
Alihan friends
4
Pros:

Öffentliche Verkehrsmittel in unmittelbarer Nähe !

2023-01-10 via Nuitee
B
Betül partner
2
Pros:

Check in war schon ein Problem, wir müssten ne Stunde warten bis sich jemand für uns gekümmert hat. Die Bilder im Internet haben nichts mit der Realität zutun. Null hygienisch alles in der Dusche verschimmelt.
Einzig positive Standort vom Hotel. Sehr nah an Galataport.

2022-12-25 via Nuitee
F
Furkan
10
Super hotel
Pros:

Super hotel. Sauber und freundliche Arbeiter. Zu fuß zu Taksim und galatakulesi sehr nah. 1 min Fußweg zur Metro. Werde wiederkommen

2022-12-16 via Nuitee
A
Abdul
10
excellent stay
Pros:

very nice staff. Excellent location. Clean place

2022-12-05 via Nuitee
J
Jorge L A
10
Hotel turístico
Pros:

Quarto extremamente limpo e organizado. Banheiro amplo, limpo e moderno. Disponibilizam toalhas, loção de banho e shampoo. Além disso, disponibilizam chaleira elétrica, café e chá solúveis de graça. Não possui café da manhã (restaurante fechado desde a pandemia), mas conta com excelentes opções nas proximidades. Só a TV que não estava sintonizando os canais, mas não era um problema, já que não entendo nada em tuco (risos). O atendimento certamente foi um diferencial! Os recepcionistas são extremamente atenciosos e cuidadosos com cada detalhe da sua experiência, sempre com dicas precisas, para que a viajem seja satisfatória. A localização é estratégica e próximo de tudo! Recomendo fortemente para quem deseja ficar próximo às atrações turísticas, como a Torre Galata, o Galataport e as mesquitas. Fica próximo também da Praça Taksim e suas ruas bem movimentadas.

2022-11-18 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
10
Great location/price option
Pros:

Great option for the price and location. Room was big compared to those of other 3-star hotels and it was clean. Host was very attentive. It was a little noisy.

2022-11-14 via Nuitee
A
Ahmet friends
4
Pros:

Die Mitarbeiter waren nett aber haben nicht jeden tag ein handtuch bekommen immer erst dann wenn wir es angesprochen haben

2022-03-29 via Nuitee
M
Murat
2
Kötü tecrübe
Pros:

Trivago üzerinden Yapmış olduğumuz ve ödemesini yaptığımız otele gitigimizde hotels com la anlaşmalarının olmadığını ve kabul etmeyeceklerini söyleyip bizi otele kabul etmediler ve dolandirildigimizi söylediler otelde bulunan resepsiyon a bakan arkadaşın otel müdürü dediği ve bizi telefonda görüştüğü kişi nişanlımla beraber buyuk bir hayal kırıklığına girdik gece saat 01:00 civarları trivago gibi kurumsal bir firmanın nasil boyle bir hata yapacağına anlam veremedik gece boyunca Türkçe yardım alamadık ve yakında bir otele gittik ordada malesef yer bulamadık ve resepsiyondaki arkadas bize yardımcı oldu ve gece boyunca yaklaşık 1-2 saat hotels yurt dişi cagri merkeziyle görüştük ve malesef yer olmadığını bölgedeki otellerin tamamen dolu olduğunu söylediler ve bölgeye cok uzak Ümraniye'den yer verebileceklerini söylediler oysaki bölgedeki bir cok otelde yer görünüyordu sonra 500 tl ye kadar bir otelde kalabileceğimizi ve ödemenin karşılanacağını söylediler gece saat 03:00 olmustu ve disarda kalmıştık ve kac gündür görüşmemize rağmen bir sonuca ulaşılmadı henuz net bir sonuç donus yapılmadı telafi edilmedi sorunumuz sadece para iademiz yapıldı anlam veremiyorum uluslar arası boyle bir şirketin ilgisizliğine boyle bir olay yurt dışında olsaydi acaba ne olurdu herhalde yoneticiler bununla ilgili ciddiyetin farkındadırlar ..,,

2019-10-10 via Nuitee
O
Oleksiy
8
Nice hotel in a good location, reasonable price
Pros:

We, an "old couple" stayed here for several days for a combined sightseeing/family reunification, so our primary goals were relatively close vicinity to the main attractions like Haja Sofia, easy access to the public transport and a reasonable price. Upon check-in, initially booked "economy room" was generously upgraded to the "superior" one. Same was offered to our son who booked separately. At all times of stay the hotel personnel continuously demonstrated hospitality and proficiency. This is especially true about both receptionist named Irfan and Jusuf and also a lady who served breakfast. Room kept neat and towels were changed daily. So our best expectations came true: we had really good time in Istanbul!

2016-05-03 via Nuitee