DORUK PALAS HOTEL

Hotels
9.7 (2889 reviews)
Emekyemez Mahallesi Nazlı Hanım Sokak No: 19 Galata , Istanbul , tr

Facilities

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

Pros:
Clean and well-maintained rooms
Exceptional service from staff
Prime location for tourist attractions
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Perceived value not aligned with pricing

Categories

Cleanliness
9.7
Rooms described as very clean and well-maintained.
Service
10
Staff described as exceptionally helpful, friendly, and attentive.
Location
10
Hotel is in a prime location, close to Galata and public transport.
Room Quality
10
Rooms are beautifully equipped and comfortable.
Amenities
10
Amenities are satisfactory, though some improvements needed in breakfast.
Value for Money
9.2
Good value, but some perceive it as overpriced compared to other hotels.
Food and Beverage
8.7
Breakfast options limited and requires improvement.
Overall Experience
10
Overall stay was pleasant, with many positive comments on service and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 14:09

Property Description

Central Location
Located in the heart of Istanbul, DORUK PALAS HOTEL offers convenience and easy access to major attractions such as Suleymaniye Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and Taksim Square.

Comfortable Rooms
Experience comfort in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, private bathrooms, and cozy bedding. Some rooms even offer balconies and stunning sea views for a truly relaxing stay.

Delicious Breakfast Options
Start your day right with a buffet featuring Italian and American breakfast choices. Whether you prefer a hearty meal or something lighter, we have options to suit every palate.

Ready to experience the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in Istanbul? Book your stay at DORUK PALAS HOTEL now!

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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.7
Based on 2889 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.7
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 10
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 9.2
Food and Beverage: 8.7
Overall Experience: 10
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Frederico solo_traveller pt
10
Pros:

The amazing staff and their attention to detail, predicting all our needs throughout our stay and providing an overall excellent stay.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Beenish solo_traveller us
8
Comfortable. Convenient. Compact. Staff was very courteous.
Pros:

The location- very close to main street and to a major attraction- Galata tower.

Cons:

They did not have food available like other hotels, They do serve breakfast in the morning . And so e.g. when i got to the hotel, i was not able to eat food until next morning

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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AndreiMNYC solo_traveller es
10
Pros:

- I have never seen such great hospitality even in any 5 star luxury resort. The team here is incredible! Every single detail was taken care of
- Rooms have stunning views and are very comfortable to stay in.

All in all a perfect stay and we will be coming back for sure.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Frederico solo_traveller pt
10
Pros:

The amazing staff and wonderful attention to detail! The breakfast is exceptional!

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Paula solo_traveller hr
10
Pros:

Sve pohvale za hotel!
Osoblje je iznimno uslužno i ljubazno, spremni su pomoći bilo kad i oko bilo čega. Ako želite nekog lokalnog za savjete ili samo radi razgovora, tu su za vas, a opet ako vas to ne interesira, neće vas zamarati.
Hotel je jako uredan i čist, u blizini metroa, tramvaja i autobusa kojima se može brzo stići do svih glavnih turističkih atrakcija (20ak min do većine atrakcija), a ujedno je u iznimno mirnoj i sigurnoj četvrti.
Sobe imaju sve što je potrebno (klima uređaj, TV, fen za kosu, šamponi i gelovi...), svaki dan se čiste sobe i mijenjaju ručnici. Doručak je tradiocionalni turski, ali imaju i klasičnu hranu (američke palačinke, muessli, džemovi...).
U neposrednoj blizini hotela su razni restorani brze hrane (tradicionalno turske poput bureka, fileta ribe u wrapu ili kruhu, kebab...). Također od hotela ima 15ak minuta hoda do modernijih umjetničkih kvartova poput Çukurcuma, Cihangir koji imaju antikne trgovine, zanimljive kafiće i sl. Udaljen je samo 10ak minuta hoda od Galata tornja od kojeg se može produžiti do poznate šoping Iștiklal ulice te Taksima.
Sve u svemu, odličan izbor za odsjesti u Istanbulu!

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Cristina couple es
9
Totalmente recomendable
Pros:

El personal estuvo perfecto. Atención de diez y sin agobiar. Buen desayuno y hotel silenciosos y acogedor.

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
M
Miroslav solo_traveller hr
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Shawn Iqbal solo_traveller ca
10
Excellent value for money and polite staff
Pros:

Great location, clean rooms and polite helpful staff..
Special thanks to Hassan for his kind and helpful behavior throughout.

Check in was easy and the bed was very cozy. Shower and hot water.. Breakfast was good portions and cent and you can order many things like customized coffee eggs and bread.

The location is great near most places and just next to the main road. There are no balconies and the restaurant is on the ground floor near the reception.

Excellent value and comfort for a 3 star hotel . Definitely a rebook next time in Istanbul

Cons:

Just in front of the hotel is nothing but nevertheless it's safe around even when there are narrow lanes.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Abdelmalek couple fr
10
Exceptionnel
Pros:

Très bon séjour dans cet hôtel. Le personnel est accueillant, souriant et toujours disponible. Le petit-déjeuner est très bon, avec un choix varié. La vue sur le Bosphore est magnifique et rend le séjour encore plus agréable. Je recommande cet hôtel et j’y retournerais avec plaisir.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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kurt extended_group us
10
Pros:

Wonderful staff, excellent breakfast, close to tram.
Very helpful in arranging tours and taxis with good insight to the city

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Assem family_with_children kz
10
Отличный отель с удобным расположением, красивым видом, вкусными завтраками и прекрасным сервисом. Обязательно остановим
Pros:

Очень понравилось расположение отеля — многие главные достопримечательности Стамбула находятся в шаговой доступности, что очень удобно для прогулок. Из номера открывался красивый вид. Номер был чистым, уютным и комфортным. Завтраки вкусные и разнообразные, а персонал очень приветливый, внимательный и всегда готов помочь.

Cons:

Недостатков не заметили. Проживание оставило только положительные впечатления.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Alkistis Eleni couple gr
10
Pros:

Πολύ ωραία τοποθεσία, σε κεντρικό σημείο, κοντά σε μετρό, τραμ και λεωφορεία καθώς και σε μπαρ εστιατόρια κλπ. Ήταν πολύ βολικό ότι δε χρειαζόταν να χρησιμοποιήσουμε τα μέσα μαζικής μεταφοράς για τις νυχτερινές μας εξόδους. Επιπλέον όλο το προσωπικό ήταν πολύ ευγενικό, πρόθυμο να μας εξυπηρετήσει με κρατήσεις σε εστιατόρια και δραστηριότητες και να μας καθοδηγήσει στο τι να επισκεφτούμε. Το ξενοδοχείο ήταν πολύ καθαρό και το πρωινό πολύ καλό. Το δωμάτιο ήταν τέλειο, καλαίσθητα διακοσμημένο με υπέροχη θέα στον Κεράτιο κόλπο. Θα το συνιστούσα ανεπιφύλακτα και θα το επιλέξω σίγουρα για επόμενο ταξίδι στην Κωνσταντινούπολη.

Cons:

Όλα ήταν υπέροχα!

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Igor couple pl
9
2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Chris solo_traveller gb
10
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Virginia couple au
10
A very enjoyable stay.
Pros:

Small and the staff couldn’t have been more helpful. Breakfast was authentic and European Delicious. Nothing was too much trouble for anyone or anything. Would highly recommend.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Diana solo_traveller kz
10
Pros:

Really nice cozy, clean hotel. The view from room is amazing. The Galata tower is just 5 mins walking, however the hotel area is so silent, good to sleep. Also the location is central. Naz is amazing person! And the hosts are great people!

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
D
Denis couple ge
10
Pros:

I’ve visited a lot of hotels in Istanbul and this one is the best yet

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Isabel couple es
10
Ubicación inmejorable y trato excelente
Pros:

El hotel tiene una situación privilegiada, a un paso de Gálata y 10 minutos al puente Gálata y al transporte público.
Es cómodo y la atención ha sido siempre fantástica. Agradecemos mucho que siempre se han esforzado por entendernos. Recomiendo y volvería a repetir sin ninguna duda.

Cons:

La zona es cierto que tiene cuestas, pero bajar no tiene problema y para subir hay un funicular. Pocas esperas y rapidisimo. La zona en sí del hotel no es guapa, pero sí segura.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Ban solo_traveller ca
10
Bilal, naz, and muhammet were amazing staff
Pros:

I had an amazing stay at this hotel! The hotel itself was wonderful—clean, comfortable, and in a great location. What really made my experience special, though, was the incredible staff. Mohammed, Bilal, and Naz were some of the kindest and friendliest people I’ve met. They were always welcoming, incredibly helpful, and went above and beyond whenever I needed anything. Their kindness and genuine hospitality made my stay so enjoyable. I’ll definitely be coming back, and a big reason for that is because of them. Thank you all for making my trip such a memorable one!

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Hmaia81 couple br
10
Espetacular
Pros:

Hotel muito bem localizado perto da Torre de Gálata. Café da manhã típico turco, com opções de pães e ovo mexido/omelete. Meu quarto, embora relativamente pequeno, era confortável e tinha uma vista linda do Bósforo.
Mas o destaque está para os gerentes (ou proprietários, não sei) e alguns funcionários, sempre muito simpáticos, perguntando se estava tudo bem e nos recebendo com um sorriso. Definitivamente recomendo.

Cons:

Eu gostei de tudo. Algumas pessoas podem reclamar do entorno do hotel, uma área com várias lojas de luminárias. Mas me senti seguro em todos os momentos e, importante, metrô e a torre de gálata e uns 300 metros do hotel.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee