Kondoskali Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (103 reviews)
Muhsine hatun mahhalesi tavasi cesmesi sokak no 47/1 Tavası çeşme sokak no 47/1 , Istanbul , TR

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, helpful staff (named staff praised)
Safe location, near tram stop and local market
Economical / suitable for short stays
Pleasant local music/atmosphere noted by some guests
Cons:
Rooms and property described as old and in need of renovation
No elevator (stairs only)
Serious isolated issues reported: leaks, cleanliness and safety concerns by one guest
Occasional poor handling of complaints / refund disputes

Categories

Cleanliness
7.2
Mixed reports: one guest reported severe cleanliness and leak problems, while other reviews did not mention cleanliness issues; overall occasional serious incidents reported but not consistent across stays.
Service
10
Consistently praised staff (named staff helped and were very cooperative in multiple reviews), though one guest reported an isolated extremely poor handling of a complaint; overall service is a strong point.
Location
10
Multiple mentions of a safe location close to a market and about 200m from Kumkapı tram stop — clearly a major positive.
Room Quality
6.5
Several comments note that rooms are old and in need of renovation; one guest reported major structural and comfort failures (leaks, broken fixtures).
Amenities
8.5
Basic amenities present; however the hotel lacks an elevator and there were isolated water-pressure/leak issues that were reportedly resolved promptly.
Value for Money
8
Described as an economical hotel and adequate for short stays by some guests, though one guest felt the condition did not justify the cost in their case.
Food and Beverage
8.6
Standard quality for this hotel tier (not mentioned in reviews).
Overall Experience
10
Mixed overall: several guests highlighted good location and very helpful staff resulting in satisfactory stays, but there is at least one extreme negative experience reporting severe room and safety issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-09-21 11:06

Property Description

Prime Location in Istanbul
Located in the heart of the historic Fatih district, Kondoskali Hotel offers a convenient stay just a stone's throw away from iconic landmarks such as the Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern.

Modern Amenities
Experience comfort and convenience in every room with amenities like air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and city view terraces. Some rooms even offer stunning sea views for a truly memorable stay.

Deluxe Services
Enjoy a hassle-free stay with 24-hour front desk assistance, airport transfers, and a tour desk to help you explore the vibrant city of Istanbul at your own pace.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience at Kondoskali Hotel? Book your stay now and make unforgettable memories in Istanbul!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 103 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.2
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 6.5
Amenities: 8.5
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8.6
Overall Experience: 10
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Mindaugas • solo_traveller • lt
3
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Hudhaifa • extended_group • iq
9
فندق اقتصادي في مكان آمن وموظفين لطفاء قريب من محطة الترام
Pros:

المكان آمن ويوجد بالقرب منه ماركت وقريب من محطة ترام Kumkapı تقريبا 200متر . لقد ساعدنا كثيرا الأخ عثمان والأخ محمد وكانوا لطفاء معنا ومتعاونين جدا

Cons:

الفندق لايحتوي على مصعد وسوف تضطر لإستخدام السلالم وصادفتنا مشكلة في ضغط الماء و قد تم حل المشكلة فورا

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Mykola • solo_traveller • ua
1
Pros:

Персонал, зачет укр музиці

Cons:

Такі все старе

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Anja • family_with_children • de
4
Für 4 Nächte ausreichend
Pros:

Freundliches , bemühtes Personal

Cons:

Benötigt dringend Sanierung

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Tsveta • couple • bg
1
The most horrible hole on earth!
Pros:

Nothing! I don't know how this shed is categorized as a hotel. It's a cave!

Cons:

The most horrible experience I've ever had while traveling! Sadly I was with my kids and parents who suffered with me. This thing is old, disgusting and totally ruined! There was a leak from the sealing on the bed and on the floor. Actually thought the hole floor and it was squeezing water when stepping on it. I HAVE VIDEOS AND PICTURES AS PROOF FOR EVERYTHING I'M SAYING! One of our EXIT doors was sealed with SCOCH TAPE so anyone can get in our room! everything was old and ruined. The banisters were broken, there was a hole in the wall. The view instead of the sea was of roofs and rusted satellite dishes. The bed was tilted and gutted in the middle.
They offered us to change the rooms but 1. We paid for the view and 2. The new rooms were in worse condition.
They DIDN'T ALLOW ME TO TAKE A PHOTO! There was a window but in front of it was a stair case wrapped in sheets so THERE WAS NO LIGHT IN THE ROOM! But the man who showed me the rooms stood in front of me and didn't allow me to take the pics!
And they didn't refund me anything!
We left and we ended up exosted, hungry and without a roof over our head.
Stay away from this hole!

2026-04-09 • via Nuitee
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Andrei • couple • ro
4
2026-01-02 • via Nuitee
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Hayat Sellami • couple • fr
10
Je recommande +++++
Pros:

Personnel sympathique surtout la réceptionniste. Très bon petit déjeuner sous forme de buffet et complet. Superbe vue sur mer. Et un emplacement stratégique proche de tous et bien desservi en métro et tramway.

Cons:

5 étages sans ascenseur, il faut être sportif. Et le matelas pas confortable

2025-12-07 • via Nuitee
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Marcsi 82 • solo_traveller • hu
10
Pros:

A hotelben a személyzet mindig kedves és segítőkész.Mindenben segítenek.
A tisztaság megfelelő. Mindennap van takarítás.
A szoba felszereltsége is jó.(tv,vízforraló,hűtő, hajszárító)

2025-11-17 • via Nuitee
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Aman • couple • kz
1
Cons:

Water is big problem at the hotel. Sometimes water disappears. Rooms are not cleaning daily. Breakfast are disgusting less variety. Everywhere are cats. Stairs not comfortable.

2025-11-15 • via Nuitee
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Ali • solo_traveller • iq
9
2025-11-13 • via Nuitee
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Róbert • couple • hu
1
Nagyon rossz volt
Cons:

Nagyon rossz állapota volt a szobának, egy félóra múlva inkább elmentünk a hotelből. Semmi nem olyan volt, mint a képeken, nem is volt a szobának terasza mint ahogy hirdették és veszélyes volt a lépcső is amin a szobához kellett felmenni fent a szoba előtt a magasban nyitott volt a folyosó fújt a szél életveszélyes volt. A szobában az ablak egy vékonyka üveg volt ami széles ragasztó szalaggal volt megragasztva az üveg alatt kb fél centi rès végig.

2025-11-07 • via Nuitee
Симичеева • couple • bg
1
Pros:

ничего

Cons:

отношения
персонала

2025-11-06 • via Nuitee
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MIYAMOTO • solo_traveller • jp
9
2025-09-28 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • gb
10
The best hotel
Pros:

Best service. Best accommodation . Best locations. Everything was perfect

Cons:

Nothing . Everything was perfect.

2025-09-19 • via Nuitee
Пазюра • family_with_children • ru
8
2025-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Jamshidbek Sharobiddinov • couple • uz
8
2025-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Dasha • family_with_children • ua
7
2025-08-01 • via Nuitee
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Nataly • solo_traveller • ru
10
Pros:

Все было именно так, как ожидала, местный вайб))) приветливость, дружелюбно настроенное окружение, готовность подсказать, помочь... Мой номер - одноместный с большой кроватью, окнами на "живую" улицу (специально окно открывала вечером) и балкончиком со столиком и стульчиками (вечером приятно посидеть, перекусить). Рядом всё! - и магазинчики и кафе, ресторашки, и трамвай. До Голубой мечети, АйяСофии, площади Баязит легко пешком дойти. До парома полчаса пешком или пара минут до трамвая и три остановки проехать. На набережной можно купаться) местные купались, и я тоже) вода - огонь, чистая, теплая

Cons:

хорошо бы полноценный завтрак ввести, с яичницей/омлетом/овощами. Сейчас вроде только нарезка ветчины, сыр, хлопья, как-то так

2025-07-28 • via Nuitee
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Verified traveler
2
AVOID THIS HOTEL AT ALL COSTS, COMPLETE SCAM!
Pros:

This place is an absolute disgrace and nothing short of a scam. The photos online are completely misleading, what you see is not what you get. The room I was given looked like it hadn’t been touched in years: dirty floors, a bed that was literally falling apart, and a mattress that was so old and thin it felt like sleeping on wooden planks.
To make things worse, the bathroom was disgusting. The drain was blocked and the entire room smelled terrible. I complained and was moved to another room, but it wasn’t any better, just another version of the same nightmare.
No staff members spoke any English, making it impossible to get any kind of help or service. On top of that, the cleaning lady used chlorine everywhere, in the rooms, the stairwell, the lobby, and the smell was overpowering and nauseating. It felt more like a chemical warehouse than a hotel.
This place isn’t worth even 1 lira. I genuinely hope this hotel shuts down so no other travelers are scammed like I was. Do yourself a favor: spend a little more elsewhere and get a decent, honest place to stay. This was a terrible experience I wouldn't wish on anyone.

2025-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Sara
2
Pros:

The guy Ali at the reception was very polite and helpful.

2025-05-22 • via Nuitee