Nordstern Hotel Galata

Hotels
8.8 (890 reviews)
Arap Camii Mah. Tersane Cad. No: 5 Karaköy Meydanı / Beyoğlu , Istanbul , tr

Children allowed

Facilities

Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location
Friendly and attentive staff
Clean and well-maintained
Cons:
Noise from adjacent streets
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
9.2
Cleanliness was highly praised, indicating strong attention to detail.
Service
9.2
Service received specific compliments, especially from the night shift team.
Location
9.2
Location was described as excellent with easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
8.2
Room quality had some complaints about noise, but overall was good.
Amenities
8.7
Amenities were generally adequate, with attention to essential comforts mentioned.
Value for Money
8.7
Good value was implied through positive experiences, though specifics weren't detailed.
Food and Beverage
8.2
Food received mixed reviews, with breakfast lacking certain options.
Overall Experience
9
Overall experience was positive, with recommendations from guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 17:07

Property Description

Historic Elegance in Galata
Conveniently located in Galata, Karakoy district, Nordstern Hotel Galata is set in a 120-year old historic building with high ceilings. The hotel offers elegantly decorated rooms and a terrace with panoramic sea views.

Luxurious Amenities
Each room at Nordstern Hotel Galata features a neogothic style and is equipped with flat-screen satellite TV, air conditioning, and a minibar. Guests can enjoy unlimited complimentary tea and coffee making facilities. The private bathrooms come with a rain shower, hairdryer, and bathrobes.

Convenient Facilities
The hotel provides a shared lounge and a concierge desk for guests' convenience. Start your day with a rich buffet breakfast on the terrace overlooking the sea, or have it in your room. Guests can also enjoy unlimited complimentary hot drinks at the terrace while admiring the Bosphorus view.

Book your stay at Nordstern Hotel Galata for a luxurious and historic experience!

Important information:

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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: IST

Property Policies

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 4 years old and over stay for € 50 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.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 40 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 890 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.2
Service: 9.2
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.2
Amenities: 8.7
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 8.2
Overall Experience: 9
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meshal solo_traveller sa
10
جميل جدا واسعارهم مناسبة وموقعهم جدا مناسب
Pros:

كل شي جميل وخدمتهم جميلة ومبتسمين وليسو عنصريين ضد العرب انصحكم به

2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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Hüseyin couple de
8
Zentrale Lage, alles Fussläufig erreichbar. Super Service und Personal. Einrichtung etwas in die Jahre gekommen.
Pros:

Super Lage und spätes Checkout

Cons:

Etwas in die Jahre gekommen aber Super Service

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Pia couple dk
7
God lokation.
Pros:

Beliggenheden var rigtig fin og morgenmaden var okay. Restauranten havde en fin udsigt fra tagterrassen.

Cons:

Der var nogle ting der trængte til at blive repareret. For eksempel løb der vand ud på gulvet, hver gang vi trak i toilettet. Vi klagede ikke, for det var tydeligt for personalet.

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
M
Munirah couple my
10
Pros:

Very close to everything.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
I
Ivana couple ch
10
Top à presque tous les niveaux
Pros:

Situation géographique, confort de la literie, personnel agréable, petit déjeuner sur le rooftop !

Cons:

Ce commentaire est valable uniquement pour les personnes sensibles du sommeil :
La seule chose qui a été difficile c’est le bruit de la circulation dehors, pas assez insonorisé. Mais c’est personnel car la personne avec qui j’étais n’avait pas ce problème.

2026-05-28 via Nuitee
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Dirk couple de
8
Hotel ist in die Jahre gekommen, aber in Ordnung für 2-4 Nächte. Personal ist freundlich...nicht alle sprechen Englisch.
Pros:

- Lage
- Verkehrsanbindung
- Rooftop Frühstück

Cons:

- Keine Bar (man kann aber auf die Terrasse auf dem Dach gehen)
- Verkehr
- nur Filterkaffee

2026-05-25 via Nuitee
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marco couple it
10
Posizione eccezzionale
Pros:

la posizione eccezzionale per visitare la città! la colazione servita sulla terrazza con affaccio sul ponte è fantastica! Camere molto grande e Pulita! Bagno enorme! nonostante la poszione centrale ottima l'insonorizzazione delle stanze!

Cons:

la mancanza di ombrelli di cortesia per gli ospiti è una grave mancanza per la struttura soprattutto considerando quanto può essere piovosa la citta!! per la colazione consiglio di aggiungere la possibilità di degustare oltre all'ottimo Thè turko anche un buon caffè espresso!

2026-05-24 via Nuitee
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Saleh solo_traveller sa
6
Pros:

The hotel’s location is excellent.

Cons:

This was my fourth visit over the past 7 years, and it is clear that the management has changed for the worse.
The windows do not provide proper blackout from sunlight.
Unfortunately, the cleanliness was poor.
I arrived around 9 PM, and after checking into the room, I found hair on the bed sheets. When I requested a replacement, I was told that housekeeping operates only during the daytime and no staff were available at night.
The hotel is far below expectations in terms of cleanliness and overall condition. It feels worn out, with no noticeable updates or proper maintenance.
Although the hotel is not cheap, it still has all of these negative issues.
Despite my emotional attachment to the hotel because of the memories I have there, I will not be returning again.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
P
Péter solo_traveller hu
9
Pros:

Great location, good breakfast, awesome rooftop and view.

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
A
ali solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

raslm iyi bir mudur tum ekip guzel

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
M
Mariia couple ua
9
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Carl solo_traveller gb
10
Amazing stay, I stayed in Istanbul for the Europa league final. Amazing hotel, staff were so helpful and effortless expe
Pros:

Great location, very clean and honestly 5x star

Cons:

Nothing it was perfect

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
D
Dennis solo_traveller be
8
Prachtig
Pros:

Locatie

Cons:

Verlichting badkamer

2026-05-21 via Nuitee
S
Seyed Amir couple de
10
2026-05-20 via Nuitee
C
Cem extended_group ch
7
Für 3 Nächte ganz okay.
Pros:

Die Lage ist der perfekt. Man kann die Stadt zu Fuss erkundigen und vor dem Hotel ist auch eine Tramstation.

Cons:

Personal leider sehr unfreundlich (die Leute an der Rezeption). Und Zimmer wurde nicht sauber gemacht, obwohl wir erst gegen 17:00 Uhr wieder zurück im Zimmer waren.

2026-05-17 via Nuitee
C
Christopher couple de
8
2026-05-17 via Nuitee
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tatsushi couple jp
8
2026-05-14 via Nuitee
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Keser couple de
7
2026-05-13 via Nuitee
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VASILEIOS solo_traveller gr
7
Pros:

Very good location, nice breakfast.

Cons:

Rooms need renovation, keys were not working, so we had to ask for a physical key to open the door.

2026-05-11 via Nuitee
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Dr. Dirk couple de
10
2026-05-05 via Nuitee