The Westist Hotel & Spa - Special Category

Hotels
9.2 (1975 reviews)
Balyoz Sokak Asmalı Mescit Mahallesi, Balyoz Sokak No:14 , Istanbul , TR

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent central location close to Istiklal Street
Outstanding, friendly and helpful staff (multiple named staff praised)
Clean, stylish rooms for many guests
Spa/hamam and sauna available
Helpful local recommendations provided by staff
Cons:
Some rooms are extremely small with small bathrooms
Noise and poor soundproofing reported in a few cases
Occasional cleanliness lapses (e.g., dirty cups)
Missing breakfast for at least one guest despite booking
Some furniture/room fittings appear worn and in need of renovation

Categories

Cleanliness
8.6
Mostly praised as very clean and stylish in multiple reviews, though isolated issues mentioned (dirty cups) and occasional noise impacting perceived cleanliness comfort.
Service
9.9
Consistently highlighted as a major strength: very friendly, helpful and attentive staff (several mentions of Sinem, Mustafa, Dogu and excellent front desk/service).
Location
9.9
Repeatedly described as perfect/central and a minute from Istiklal Street — excellent location with quiet side-street setting noted positively.
Room Quality
8.4
Mixed: some rooms are clean, stylish and comfortable, but several guests report very small rooms/bathrooms, worn furniture, synthetic linens/slippers and poor views or soundproofing.
Amenities
9.2
Spa/hamam and sauna are available and appreciated by guests (sauna praised), though hamam/massage described as 'okay' by some — generally a strong amenity offering.
Value for Money
9
Perceived as good value by many given location and service; a few guests implied reservations about value if staying only one night or given small room size.
Food and Beverage
9
Guests appreciated staff recommendations for places to eat; however there were isolated issues (missing breakfast despite booking, some in-room cup cleanliness).
Overall Experience
9.6
Overall very positive stays emphasized: great location, outstanding staff and comfortable experiences lead to high overall satisfaction.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 22:50

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Located in the heart of Istanbul, The Westist Hotel & Spa offers elegant rooms with modern amenities such as flat-screen TVs and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy a comfortable stay with room service and a 24-hour front desk at their disposal.

Relaxation and Wellness
Indulge in ultimate relaxation at the hotel's spa and wellness centre, complete with a sauna and hammam. Unwind after a day of exploring the city and pamper yourself with rejuvenating treatments.

Convenient Location
Situated in the vibrant Beyoglu district, The Westist Hotel & Spa is close to popular attractions like Galata Tower and Istiklal Street. With easy access to public transport and the airport, this hotel is the perfect choice for travelers looking to explore Istanbul.

Experience luxury and comfort at The Westist Hotel & Spa. Book your stay now for an unforgettable Istanbul getaway.

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1975 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.6
Service: 9.9
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 9.2
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 9.6
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Carlos • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Yulia • couple • ae
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Miriam • couple • ro
10
Revenim cu drag
Pros:

Curat

Cons:

Fara mic dejun

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Carolina • couple • pt
8
Pros:

Localização

Cons:

De nao ter pequeno almoço

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Andreas • solo_traveller • de
4
Vor 4 Jahren (erster Aufenthalt) war das Preisniveau für diese Qualität in Ordnung. Jetzt ist der Preis für die seitdem
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Michèle • couple • de
9
Pros:

Die Lage absolut perfekt. Super freundliches & hilfsbereites Personal!

Cons:

War zum Teil etwas laut (vor allem nachts), aber mit Ohrstöpsel kein Problem :)

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Elina • couple • ru
10
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Jeongmin • solo_traveller • kr
10
Pros:

위치좋고 깔끔하고 사우나도 무료로 가능하다. mustafa 직원분이 매우친절하셨습니다

Cons:

개선점은 아닌데 골목이좁아 택시가 잘 못찾는다.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Mersal • couple • kw
10
شكرا لموظف الاستقبال mustafa
Pros:

قريب من كل شي

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Tehnia • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Fadila • solo_traveller • be
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Maxim • couple • nl
10
Fijn verblijf en zeer klantvriendelijk
Pros:

Het personeel was heel aardig en heel behulpzaam. Ze konden gelijk helpen bij vragen en gaven tips over waar je heen kon gaan om iets te zien en wat je kon doen.

Cons:

-

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Martins • couple • es
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Gianni • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

friendly personnel

Cons:

nothing

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Annelore • couple • be
10
Great stay!
Pros:

Great beds and the staff was extremely friendly

Cons:

Everything was perfect!

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Alina • couple • ua
10
Pros:

Great hotel

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Jan • couple • de
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Georgios Rafail • couple • gr
10
2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Ikrame • couple • ma
9
We really enjoyed our stay at the westist hotel, we highly recommend it ^^
Pros:

Everything.

Cons:

Nothing.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • hu
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee