Hotel Venera Istanbul Old City

Hotels
8.2 (2366 reviews)
Mimar Kemalettin Mh. Mesihpaşa Cd.No:72 Laleli , Istanbul , tr

Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Great location
Clean rooms
Friendly staff
Cons:
Bad WiFi
Unfriendly breakfast service
High restaurant prices

Categories

Cleanliness
8.29
Overall positive sentiment, noting that rooms were clean and well maintained.
Service
8.06
Mixed reviews on service; some guests found staff unfriendly during breakfast.
Location
9.1
Repeated mentions of excellent location, close to metro and attractions.
Room Quality
8.55
Rooms described as clean and cozy, with good amenities.
Amenities
7.88
Amenities were decent but issues with WiFi and additional charges for some services noted.
Value for Money
8.04
Guests expressed mixed feelings about restaurant pricing, but overall felt it was a reasonable stay.
Food and Beverage
7.59
Breakfast service mentioned negatively; staff seemed rushed and unwelcoming.
Overall Experience
8.06
Guests appreciated the overall value but highlighted some areas of improvement required.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 15:04

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Hotel Venera, located just 350 metres from the Grand Bazaar, offers soundproof rooms with modern amenities like flat-screen TVs and work desks. Enjoy a comfortable stay with a private bathroom in every room.

Gourmet Dining with a View
Indulge in a culinary journey at the Panoramic Restaurant on the top floor, serving a variety of dishes while overlooking the Old City and Bosphorus. From steaks to seafood, the restaurant offers a diverse menu for every palate.

Wellness and Convenience
Experience ultimate relaxation at the wellness centre featuring a sauna, Turkish bath, and massage services. With a swimming pool and a 24-hour reception, Hotel Venera ensures a convenient and rejuvenating stay for all guests.

Book your stay at Hotel Venera for a memorable experience in Istanbul!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    People 6 years old and over stay for € 40 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

8.2
Based on 2366 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.29
Service: 8.06
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 7.88
Value for Money: 8.04
Food and Beverage: 7.59
Overall Experience: 8.06
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ziyad solo_traveller il
8
2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Hacer couple hu
6
Pros:

Konum ve çalışanlar iyidi

Cons:

Sıcak havada dolap çalışmıyordu,çalışıyor görünse de faydasızdı .

2026-07-11 via Nuitee
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Nadhifa family_with_children gb
8
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Nayella couple gb
8
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Andreas family_with_children ch
9
Pros:

Nous avons pu profiter des chambres en dernier étage avec vue sur la mer. Les chambres raisonnablement spacieuses. Nettoyages des chambres flexibles et discrètes. Personnel agréable et professionnel. Libre accès à une petite piscine avec bain turque etc.

Cons:

Par rapport à nos besoins … d'une visite en ville: RIEN de négatif !

2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Roman couple es
4
Our stay at this hotel was very disappointing
Pros:

The only positive aspects were the good housekeeping service and the small but cozy spa.

Cons:

The problems started before we even arrived. We sent two separate requests asking for an airport transfer, but neither of them received any response.
The room we were given had no working Wi-Fi. The staff tried to move us to a smaller room, but the Wi-Fi wasn’t working there either. During our entire five-day stay, the problem was never fixed. The reception’s solution was simply to use the internet in the hallway outside the room, which is unacceptable for any modern hotel.
There was also a problem with the bathroom sink, as the water would not drain properly. We reported it to the reception, but nothing was done, and the staff showed little interest in resolving the issue.
Another unpleasant experience was with the taxi arranged by the reception. We were quoted one price at the front desk, but the driver demanded a higher fare, putting us in a very uncomfortable situation.
The location was also not what we expected. The surrounding area is dominated by small wholesale and retail market stalls rather than cafés, restaurants, or attractive streets. It feels more like being next to a large open-air market than in a typical tourist area.
Overall, I am very disappointed with this hotel. It does not meet the standards I would expect from a four-star property. Because of the poor service, lack of responsiveness, and unresolved maintenance issues, I do not think I will stay here again, nor would I recommend it to other travelers.

2026-07-09 via Nuitee
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Igor couple it
7
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Tomek^Magda solo_traveller pl
9
Mój hotel w Sambule.
Pros:

Transfer z lotniska, śniadanie, miła obsługa, czysty pokój, woda w butelkach dostarczana codziennie

Cons:

Trzeszczące łóżko, brak mapy turystycznej w recepcji (nawet za drobną opłatą było by oki)

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Ioannis couple gr
10
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Zsuzsanna solo_traveller hu
8
Pros:

Nagyon jó helyen van a hotel, jól megközelíthető minden nevezetesség az európai oldalon, éttermek, boltok, üzletek. A személyzet kedves, minden nap tiszta törölközőt kaptunk, takarítást.

Cons:

A klíma és az ágy elhelyezkedése nem volt megfelelő, mivel a klíma hőmérsékletét nem.lehet állítani, csak be- és kikapcsolni és pont az ágyra fúj.

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Yasar solo_traveller az
10
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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OLHA couple ua
10
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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OLHA couple ua
10
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Georges solo_traveller fr
6
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Andrea solo_traveller hu
8
Pros:

A reggeli sajnos nagyon gyenge

Cons:

A reggeli sajnos egyre gyengébb!

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Raed family_with_children sa
5
Good location and clean, bad breakfast and photos are not even close to actual
Pros:

Location and clean

Cons:

Breakfast was horrable, found many times that the food was frgmanting and spoiling , Mortadella and chease

2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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Nontobeko solo_traveller za
8
2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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MOHAMED extended_group fr
5
Hôtel ne mérite pas du tout 4 étoiles
Pros:

Le petit déjeuner est très moyen
Les fruits proposés aucun goût

Cons:

Rien

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Emma couple gb
6
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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pawan extended_group in
8
2026-06-21 via Nuitee