Seminal Hotel

Hotels
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Independent
6.2 (71 reviews)
Sehit Muhtar Cad. No:23-25, Istanbul, 34437 , Istanbul , TR
90-212-2973434

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Facilities

Full-service spa
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Lot hours - 24 hours
Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Sauna
Designated smoking area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location near Taksim/attractions
Many mentions of helpful/friendly staff
Good value/cheap price for some guests
Cons:
Small, noisy rooms with poor sound insulation and privacy
Breakfast quality and limited choices criticized
Amenities issues: cold/small pool, AC problems, missing basic items

Categories

Cleanliness
6.8
Mixed signals: several guests praised cleanliness explicitly, though a few noted room odors and general air quality issues in some rooms.
Service
6
Generally helpful and friendly staff reported by many guests, but at least one strong complaint about a reception staff member and occasional service issues (e.g., AC assistance delays).
Location
8.5
Consistently praised across reviews for excellent location near Taksim and local attractions — one of the hotel's strongest points.
Room Quality
4.5
Multiple complaints about small, noisy rooms, poor sound insulation, inadequate privacy, some rooms excessively hot and cramped — clear weakness.
Amenities
5.5
Mixed: complaints about cold/small pool, lack of basic items (toothbrush/prayer mat), window safety and HVAC problems; some amenities present but inconsistent.
Value for Money
7
Several guests described the hotel as cheap and good value (one said it was a bargain), though some extra charges and issues with visit hosting were criticized.
Food and Beverage
5
Breakfast received repeated negative comments: limited choices, poor quality or repetitive offerings; a few guests found breakfast acceptable but overall below average.
Overall Experience
6.3
Mixed overall: excellent location and generally friendly staff balanced against noisy, small rooms, breakfast and amenity shortcomings — results in a slightly above-mid rating.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-06-14 21:15

Property Description

Indulge in a luxurious stay at Seminal Hotel, your ultimate retreat in the heart of Istanbul.

Relax and Rejuvenate
Pamper yourself at our exquisite spa, offering a range of soothing massages, complemented by recreational facilities such as an indoor pool and a sauna, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.

Delightful Dining Experiences
Savor culinary delights at our hotel's restaurant or enjoy the comfort of in-room dining through our limited-hour room service, accompanied by refreshing drinks at our stylish bar/lounge.

Conveniently Connected
With complimentary wireless internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services, your satisfaction and convenience are our top priorities. Utilize our area shuttle for easy access to nearby attractions.

Experience the blend of comfort and luxury at Seminal Hotel — book your stay now and explore the vibrant city of Istanbul!

Important information:

  • Pool access available from noon to 6:00 PM.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: IST

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Noise policy

    Noise-free rooms not guaranteed

  • Check-in & Check-out

    Contactless check-out is available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

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Location

Guest Reviews

6.2
Based on 71 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.8
Service: 6
Location: 8.5
Room Quality: 4.5
Amenities: 5.5
Value for Money: 7
Food and Beverage: 5
Overall Experience: 6.3
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Abo • extended_group • il
8
Pros:

Thank you

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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ABDULMONEM • couple • sa
9
2026-06-08 • via Nuitee
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Milcho • extended_group • nl
10
2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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steve • extended_group • gb
8
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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MOHSEN • couple • sa
4
Pros:

الموقع

2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Dahle • couple • il
8
2026-05-31 • via Nuitee
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Adam • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-05-29 • via Nuitee
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Amr • solo_traveller • eg
8
Pros:

الكام ممتاز و الموقع ممتاز جدا جدا جدا

Cons:

عدم توافر الخصوصيه داخل الغرف من حيث الاصوات لا يوجد عزل جيد للغرف و ايضا تكلفه الاستضافه للزيارات مبالغ فيها جدا لكل مره و خصوصا انها بدون ايصال أو مستند

2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Sima • solo_traveller • lb
9
Pros:

Staff helpful, good location, good price

2026-05-27 • via Nuitee
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Dana • solo_traveller • sr
7
2026-05-25 • via Nuitee
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Amir • couple • il
9
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
• couple • gb
8
Was a fantastic trip and found this gem for £50 a night and it was so worth the money would’ve happily paid £100 per nig
Pros:

Cheap and easy great location lovely staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
8
2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Robert • solo_traveller • gb
10
Good hotel
Pros:

Good hotel and nice breakfast

Cons:

Nothing wrong about that

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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john • extended_group • gb
10
Pros:

Location was spot on

Cons:

Breakfast not so good

2026-05-22 • via Nuitee
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Stewart • solo_traveller • gb
6
Seminal stay
Pros:

Location was great for Taksim square

Cons:

Food choices were poor for breakfast, pool was freezing

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Barry • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Friendly helpful staff.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Ali • couple • de
4
Good location. Too noisy, couldn’t sleep
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Was sooo noisy

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Serdar • solo_traveller • nl
7
Göründüğü gibi degil
Cons:

Odalar 4 yetiskin 1 cocuk olarak aldik odalar 5 kişi için çok küçük ve 7 ci katta kaldık, malesef merkez kilima olduğu için oda hamam gibiydi uyuyamadık gece bile resepsiyon lu aramak zorunda kaldık klima havalandırma getirsinler diye ve sonuç küçücük 1 kişiyi sogutu. Cam açık yatalım dedim odanın görüntüsü diğer binaların damı ve heryerde havalandırma klima motoru vesaire vardii. Onların seslerin yüzünden uyuyamadık. Ertesi gün hemen yardımcı oldular 2 ci kata aldılar bizi, oda daha serin ama bu seferde tam karşı bakalin yanında bar varmış son gecede öğrendik. Cam açık yattığımız için gece saat 3 4 5 lerde bir kac dkk müzik sesleri geliyordu (kapi açtıkları icin) ve sagolsunlar 4 gecelik bir otel 4 gece uykusuzluk oldu bizim için. Kahvaltı açık büfe, ama gorundugubl gibi değil omlet istediğimizde ekstra ücret dendi? Pardon ama orda baya karıştırılmış yumurta var içinde sut mu şu mu var belli değildi ama görüntü hiç güzel değildi benim ve çocuklarım için.
Malesef kahvaltı da yanıldık. Tavsiye malesef aile için tavsiye etmiyorum.

2026-05-19 • via Nuitee