Genius Hotel Istanbul

Hotels
9.4 (359 reviews)
Cankurtaran mah Kutlugun sokak no.9 , Istanbul , tr

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Exceptional service
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Limited food options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
Some guests mentioned issues with cleanliness in the room.
Service
9.99
Many reviews highlighted the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff.
Location
10
Great location near major attractions, well-received by guests.
Room Quality
9.16
Mixed feedback on rooms; some were decent while others were cramped or not well-maintained.
Amenities
9.19
Amenities were appreciated, though some improvements could be made in breakfast offerings.
Value for Money
9.97
Generally positive feedback on the pricing, though some felt it could improve.
Food and Beverage
8.21
Breakfast lacked variety and was served in cramped areas.
Overall Experience
10
Overall positive experiences reported with some concerns about cleanliness and food.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 08:52

Property Description

Central Location
Genius Hotel Istanbul, located in the heart of Istanbul, offers easy access to iconic landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, Spice Bazaar, and the Blue Mosque.

Comfortable Accommodation
Each room at Genius Hotel Istanbul is thoughtfully designed with amenities like air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private bathrooms. The 24-hour front desk, free WiFi, and room service ensure a convenient stay for all guests.

Delicious Dining Options
Start your day with a delicious continental or halal breakfast served at the hotel. With nearby attractions like Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern, your stay at Genius Hotel Istanbul promises both comfort and exploration.

Experience the best of Istanbul at Genius Hotel Istanbul. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

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.
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.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs EUR 8 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 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 € 15 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

9.4
Based on 359 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9.99
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.16
Amenities: 9.19
Value for Money: 9.97
Food and Beverage: 8.21
Overall Experience: 10
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Wiener 1110 solo_traveller at
9
Great stuff. Thanks Bora
Pros:

Perfect location. Great service. Bora took care of me.

2026-04-16 via Nuitee
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Chiaki solo_traveller ca
10
Pros:

They upgraded my room for free! Room is clean and tidy. All the staffs are very nice and always willing to help. They have shuttle bus services to the airport which is,also very good point

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Hadj-Abdelkader family_with_children fr
10
Pros:

L'emplacement de l'hôtel est très bien situé le personnel très accueillant disponible à tous moment pour le client , également la propreté de l'hôtel et des chambres est irréprochable j'ai passé un bon séjour chez Génius Hôtel istanbul

Cons:

Rien vraiment rien.

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Siama family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Nadir was very helpful tended to our needs and helped to contact the airport a few times for missing luggage.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Mohammed kawsar Hossain family_with_children bd
10
Location and very helpful staff
Pros:

Very helpful staff. Especially Mr.Bora and Nadir-- other than that location was very good ,a lot of restaurant and tourism places

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Ali solo_traveller az
7
2026-04-01 via Nuitee
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Assem family_with_children kz
10
2026-03-28 via Nuitee
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Diamanti family_with_children gr
10
Pros:

Μου άρεσε πολύ η θέα από το δωμάτιο και η τοποθεσία ήταν καταπληκτική,μέσα στο κέντρο και πολύ ήρεμη.Αν ξαναπάω Κωνσταντινούπολη εκεί θα ξανά κλεισω

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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Renee family_with_children qa
7
This hotel has good location and a decent-sized Family Room
Pros:

We booked this hotel's Family Room for our family of four (two adults and two kids). This hotel has a great location. It's about two blocks away from the Sultanahmet Square, and in the other direction two blocks away from restaurants. We booked the Family Room which was spacious enough for us. The beds were good and not lumpy.

Cons:

It would work to the advantage of the hotel if they would improve on these two things: bathroom and breakfast. The shower area in the Family Room was a bit too tight. Breakfast consisted of bread slices, jam, cold cuts, boiled eggs, slices of cucumber and tomatoes, plated for each guest. This too could use some improvement.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Embrimace family_with_children fr
10
Pros:

The location is great. Staffs are friendly and helpful. Reasonable price. They also provided a baby crib for our son. Thank you very much!

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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Tanrıöver solo_traveller tr
10
Her şeyi harika
Pros:

Temizlik Personel Konum

Cons:

Asansör yok

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Sara solo_traveller se
10
Very pleasant stay!😊
2026-03-06 via Nuitee
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Olga family_with_children ru
8
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Yusuf Alper solo_traveller tr
10
Harika !
Pros:

Ayasofya, Topkapı Sarayı ve Sultanahmet Meydanı’na sadece 2 dakika yürüme mesafesinde, konumu mükemmel bir aile oteli. Çalışanların ilgisi, işletmenin profesyonelliği ve odaların konforu gerçekten harikaydı. Her şeyden çok memnun kaldık.

2026-01-28 via Nuitee
M
Mustafa solo_traveller de
2
Enttäuschung
Pros:

Nur die Lage

Cons:

Überteuerte Preise bei miserabler Ausstattung

2026-01-24 via Nuitee
M
Mustafa solo_traveller de
2
2026-01-24 via Nuitee
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Ana family_with_children hr
8
Jako lijepo iskustvo boravka u hotelu,odlicna lokacija i izrazito ljubazno osoblje spremno pomoci s idejama i savjetima
Pros:

Iznimna lokacija i ljubazno osoblje

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Simonisvili extended_group gr
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Emile solo_traveller fr
10
Bon hôtel bien situé
Pros:

Personnel super accueillant : à mon arrivé ils m’ont proposé thé, café et eau. Ils m’ont aussi fourni un plan de la ville avec des explications détaillées ainsi qu’une carte de transport en commun gratuite !

Quand vous arrivez ou sortez de l’hôtel, il y a toujours quelqu’un pour vous accueillir et demander si vous avez besoin d’aide !

Très bon emplacement (Topkapi, mosquée, galata)

Cons:

J’avais la chambre sous sol, très bien dans l’ensemble mais salle de bain un poil petite.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Muhammad Ali family_with_children pk
9
Pros:

The location and the staff were both exceptional. Topkapi is just around the corner and so are Blue Mosque and Aya Sofia. Restaurants are close by. Everything was great. Did run into some plumbing problems and the staff quickly responded and even changed our room immediately so that we did not experience any problems. The staff at this location is probably the best. Especially Bora and Nadir. Ali and Mehmet were also very helpful and the two cleaning ladies Feroza and Nargis kept everything great. We had planned to stay near Taksim on our return to Istanbul but instead booked Genius because it was such a great experience with them. They were even kind enough to look after our luggage while we were gone which allowed us to travel light to other cities. The wifi is moody but I feel wifi is a problem almost everywhere. For the price, the location we got was amazing and the service we got was out of this world. Eyvallah to the staff!!!! Bora you made our stay very comfortable. Thank you.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee