Diamond Royal Hotel

Hotels
7.8 (1364 reviews)
Nobethane Cad. No:10 Sirkeci Fatih Istanbul , Istanbul , tr

Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent, central location near attractions and metro
Very helpful and accommodating staff
Good breakfast variety
Convenient for sightseeing and sea access
Rooms include small fridge
Cons:
Rooms often very small and narrow
Noise and poor soundproofing
Cleanliness issues in some rooms (dirty, warped laminate)
Perceived deceptive pricing/poor value
Cheap fixtures/amenities (paper cups, falling handles)
No bottled water provided for kettle

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Mixed reports: one room described as dirty and with warped/peeling laminate; other stays reported clean rooms—overall below average cleanliness.
Service
10
Staff repeatedly described as very helpful, caring and accommodating; a minority mentioned impersonal or absent staff, but overall service is a strong positive.
Location
10
Consistently praised as excellent and central — near metro, sea, Gulhane Park and major attractions; a clear standout strength.
Room Quality
6
Multiple comments about very small/narrow rooms, cramped layouts, falling fixtures and cheap finishes; some rooms better than others but overall below expectation.
Amenities
7
Basic amenities present (small fridge, kettle) but issues noted (no bottled water for kettle, use of paper cups, poor soundproofing); adequate but not premium.
Value for Money
5.5
Concerns about misleading pricing (claimed large discounts felt deceptive) and overall value judged low by several reviewers despite being acceptable at a very low price.
Food and Beverage
8.2
Breakfast described as having a large selection and generally good, although some items were reported as not fresh.
Overall Experience
9.2
Overall stay is positive primarily due to location and very good service; however small rooms, noise and some cleanliness/value issues temper the experience.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-04-20 07:29

Property Description

Discover the charm of Istanbul at the Diamond Royal Hotel, where comfort meets convenience in the heart of Historic Peninsula.

Unwind in Luxury: Indulge in rejuvenating relaxation with our complimentary sauna and traditional Turkish bath. For the ultimate pampering experience, treat yourself to our professional massage treatments available for an additional fee.

Modern Comforts: Our recently renovated rooms provide sound insulation and come equipped with a computer and free Wi-Fi, ensuring a peaceful stay. Each room features a private bathroom with a modern shower for your comfort.

Culinary Delights: Start your day with a complimentary buffet-style breakfast. Savor exquisite lunch and dinner options at our hotel restaurant, and unwind at our on-site bar with a selection of beverages.

Make your Istanbul adventure unforgettable by booking your stay at Diamond Royal Hotel today!

Important information:

There is an additional charge to use the spa.
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

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 20 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.8
Based on 1364 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.5
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 7
Value for Money: 5.5
Food and Beverage: 8.2
Overall Experience: 9.2
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Himzo solo_traveller us
8
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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dennis solo_traveller nl
10
Pros:

It has a very relaxing vibe

Cons:

There was nothing that comes to mind

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
Матвиенко solo_traveller no
1
I don't recommend checking in unless you want to be disappointed.
Pros:

The staff was good and helpful.The hotel's location is very convenient. Close to the metro and stations.

Cons:

The room didn't live up to expectations. The photo on Booking.com looked nice and clean, but in real life it was completely different. There was someone else's hair in the bathroom and in the nightstand. The sausage and cheese smelled sour. The fruit and baked goods weren't fresh either.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Ina extended_group ba
9
Pros:

Atmosfera i ljudi koji rade tu. Zaista je bilo lijepo provesti nekoliko dana tu. Lokacija odlicna, kvart je pomalo bučan za one koji žele mir. Meni je super bilo.
Preporuka da ga rado posjetite.

2026-06-09 via Nuitee
B
Busra family_with_children nl
4
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
M
Mathieu solo_traveller fr
4
Déçu 😞
Pros:

Le personnels étaient très gentils.

Cons:

La propreté des chambres , les équipements comme la tv qui ne fonctionne pas. Est bien d'autres choses comme l'isolation des chambres nul on entendait tout dans la chambre d a côté.
Escalier dangereux

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Mariia solo_traveller be
8
Pros:

Thank you, I like this place.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Viktor extended_group mk
7
Everything was good just poor breakfast but for the price exeptional
Pros:

Everything was good the location the rooms

Cons:

The breakfast was not so good

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Maksim couple sa
7
Good location, and price is good. Staff is friendly and helpful. I am sharing this critique not to be overly harsh, but
Pros:

The location is great in my opinion. It is located right next to Gülhane Park and Sirkeci station, meaning Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and the Masri Bazaar are all within short walking distance. It is an ideal base for exploring the historical center. Breakfast is fine - hot, fresh made.

Cons:

The hotel has deteriorated since my last stay. The receptionist was asleep on the lobby sofa at check-in, leaving guests stranded. The first room we got had dead AC and dangerous exposed wiring. After paying for an upgrade, the second room had visible black mold on the bathroom ceiling, a towel rack that fell off the wall at a touch, and old trash (sandals and hygiene products) left under the bed from previous guests. Maintenance and housekeeping are completely neglected.

2026-05-29 via Nuitee
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Martine J couple fr
8
Des merveilles à voir et le ferry pour aller jusqu'à la mer noire, superbe
Pros:

Séjour très plaisant, personnel gentil et serviable et petit déjeuner très complet avec beaucoup de choix. Cet hôtel est super bien situé pour les visites et le tram n°1 qui vous emmène vers tous les endroits à visiter. Rue très animée mais pas dérangeant et sympa de regarder la vie de cette rue.

Cons:

La fuite dans la salle de bain, et les prises électriques il faudra envisager certains petits travaux

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
S
Stephen family_with_children gb
8
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff.

Cons:

Room a little on the small side.

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Jime extended_group cl
8
Buena
Pros:

Está muy bien ubicado, las habitaciones no son grandes, pero igual es cómodo si no vas con mucho equipaje.

Cons:

Tamaño de la habitación

2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Joanna solo_traveller pl
7
Pros:

Lokalizacja

Cons:

Śniadanie było monotonne i niewielki wybór

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
R
Raul family_with_children ro
10
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
Şentürk solo_traveller de
9
2026-05-21 via Nuitee
M
majed couple sa
8
2026-05-19 via Nuitee
Şahin solo_traveller az
9
Pros:

Hər şey yaxşı idi sadəcə otaqlarda diş pastası və fırçası yox idi. Maral xanima asobu salam çox xoş aurası var.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Emsud couple ch
1
Das Zimmer ist total schlecht, die Toilette eine Katastrophe, einfach nur schlecht. Jetzt habe ich a
Pros:

Bislang war es eher enttäuschend, nur die Lage war gut, das Zimmer hatte kein Fenster

Cons:

Es wäre gut, wenn Sie solche Zimmer nicht anbieten würden. Für so teure Zimmer kassieren Sie Geld und ich bekomme ein schlechtes Zimmer.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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Simona solo_traveller ro
9
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Kadriye Esma couple de
8
Top Lage für einen Kurztrip zu empfehlen!
Pros:

Die Lage ist top! In 5 Minuten ist die Straßenbahn zu erreichen. In 8-10 Minuten fusslaufig ist die Fähre Eminönü iskele zu erreichen. İn unmittelbarer Nähe sind viele Restaurants, Apotheken, Cafés und alles was man braucht zu finden.
Das Hotel ist nicht allzu groß, sodass man Gefühl hatte, dass es überfüllt ist.

Cons:

Es ist nicht allzu modern. Der Empfang Bereich ist sehr schön. Die Räume sind akzeptabel von der Größe, aber es könnte noch etwas größer sein. Die Ausstattung ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Aber es war alles hygienisch. Die Auswahl an Frühstück fand ich leider etwas mager.

2026-05-14 via Nuitee