Hotel California

Hotels
8.7 (666 reviews)
BINBIRDIREK MAH. GEDIKPAŞA CAMI SK. NO 49 /888 AP - Fatih , Istanbul , tr

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Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Small room
Limited breakfast variety

Categories

Cleanliness
8.28
Some reviews mentioned issues with room cleanliness and maintenance.
Service
9.75
Multiple reviews highlighted the helpfulness and kindness of the staff.
Location
9.79
The location of the hotel was frequently praised for its convenience to major attractions.
Room Quality
7.74
Several reviews noted that room sizes were small and some amenities were lacking.
Amenities
8.27
Amenities were noted to be basic with limited breakfast choices.
Value for Money
9.23
Many guests felt that the hotel provided good value relative to its location.
Food and Beverage
7.78
Breakfast options have been described as insufficient and limited in variety.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall a good experience despite some issues with room quality and breakfast.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-12 15:25

Property Description

Charming Location in Historic District
Located on a quiet street in Istanbul’s Sultanahmet district, California Hotel offers a charming stay with French balconies and proximity to Theodosius Cistern.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
The parquet-floored rooms at the hotel come with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and private bathrooms. Elevator access ensures convenience for all guests.

Warm Hospitality and Convenient Services
Guests can enjoy the bright and contemporary lobby, perfect for relaxing or planning city excursions with the helpful hotel staff. The nearby Grand Bazaar adds to the allure of staying at California Hotel.

Book your stay now at California Hotel for a delightful blend of comfort and convenience in Istanbul!

Important information:

Please note that construction work is taking place nearby and property may be affected by noise.Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    Adults stay for € 10 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 666 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.28
Service: 9.75
Location: 9.79
Room Quality: 7.74
Amenities: 8.27
Value for Money: 9.23
Food and Beverage: 7.78
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Bryan • solo_traveller • co
10
Pros:

Gran lugar y el personal excelente.

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Gaber • solo_traveller • ca
8
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Francisca • couple • cl
7
Pros:

Excelente ubicación. Al lado de las principales atracciones. Puedes llegar caminando a la mayoría. El personal sobre todo el de la noche muy amable.

Cons:

Al lado del hotel hay una construcción con ruidos muy molestos desde muy temprano por lo que a las 08:00 ya no podías dormir más.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Ji-Jia • solo_traveller • jp
9
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Paula • family_with_children • es
3
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Maria Yolanda • extended_group • es
8
Hotel muy bien ubicado y buena relación calidad precio.
Pros:

Sobre todo la ubicación del hotel.

Cons:

El baño era incómodo ya que a la puerta chocaba con el lavabo.

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee
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Alex_mariemonti • solo_traveller • it
8
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Solangeh • solo_traveller • jp
9
Pros:

Muy buena ubicación y el cuarto muy cómodo con todo lo indispensable.

Cons:

Nada

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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NURANA • couple • az
5
На среднем уровне
Pros:

Нормально

Cons:

Нормально

2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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alexander • solo_traveller • co
7
Pros:

La cercania a las principales atracciones turísticas en Estambul. Se encuentran muchas opciones de comida y de compras

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Marcos • solo_traveller • br
10
Impar
Pros:

Muito bom o quarto . A equipe foram muitos atenciosos e a localização é excelente….

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Monika • solo_traveller • br
9
Incrível
Pros:

Limpeza e o conforto e o atendimento incrível de um dos atendentes. Não consigo lembrar o nome, mas fez muito além do que lhe competia para me atender e me deixar confortável.

Cons:

Teve um atendente mais frio e nada parecido com o outro que me tratou excelentemente bem

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Gianfranco • couple • gb
10
Overal I love stay in hotel California. I been here 2 times and I’m in love .
Pros:

Everything

2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
G
Garbarino • solo_traveller • ar
7
Pros:

Esta cerca del casi todo.

Cons:

La calle del hotel

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Rigobon • couple • it
2
La posizione è buona e il personale gentile ma le condizioni del hotel sono da evitare
Pros:

La posizione è buona per visitare il Corno d'oro anche se l'ingresso è dentro un vicolo poco illuminato e poco pulito

Cons:

La camera non era affatto uguale a quella prenotata e pagata (ovviamente in peggio) a questo va aggiunto il frigo che non funzionava bene e soprattutto l'impianto elettrico guasto che ogni pochi minuti scattava e spegnava tutto (la tv non si riusciva a vedere) questo problma continuava tutta la notte facendo rumore ed impedendo il sonno...dopo avere protestato piu volte (ci hanno offerto in cambio un altra stanza piu piccola e senza finestre) hanno riparato il guasto l'ultimo giorno quindi abbiamo dormito una sola notte in una settimana!

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Linda • extended_group • lv
4
Pros:

The welcome was nice. Good location

Cons:

Very poor breakfast...on the last day of departure, you could say that there were only a couple of pieces of bread - no vegetables, no fruit - empty plates that are not replenished. And its only 9 o clock in the morning. Towels so worn out that all the threads are falling out of the sheets. Also, the sound insulation is very poor. I do not recommend leaving even a penny in visible places - the cleaner will collect them and will not respond to your complaints.

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee
A
Apetri • couple • fr
5
2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Mel • couple • au
10
We stayed twice during our trip. One of the best things we did was a half day cruise 25 euros
Pros:

There are at least two supermarkets within 50 metres. It is about the same distance to lots of places to eat. It’s a very short walk to the Blue Mosque

Cons:

Nothing. It was perfect and a well kept secret

2026-05-30 • via Nuitee
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Babar • couple • pk
7
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Ramir • solo_traveller • sa
7
2026-05-28 • via Nuitee