Seminal Hotel Taksim

Hotels
6.7 (333 reviews)
Kocatepe Mahallesi Sehit Muhtar Caddesi , Talimhane/Taksim , Istanbul , TR

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent location near Taksim
Helpful/friendly staff (several mentions)
Good value/cheap price
Convenient proximity to shops and attractions
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness, reports of mold
Poor/limited breakfast options
Noisy rooms and poor soundproofing
Small/outdated rooms and amenities (small elevator, freezing pool)
Occasional rude reception and accessibility failures (no wheelchair provided)

Categories

Cleanliness
5
Mixed cleanliness: several reviews report poor cleaning and even mold on toilet walls, while others mention daily housekeeping. Overall cleanliness appears inconsistent.
Service
6.5
Mixed service: many guests praise helpful and friendly staff (specific staff named positively), but there are multiple reports of rude reception behavior and failures to assist with requests (e.g., wheelchair, early breakfast pack).
Location
9.5
Consistently praised: repeatedly described as very close to Taksim, near shops and attractions; location is one of the strongest positive points throughout the reviews.
Room Quality
6
Mixed room quality: some guests found rooms comfortable, but common complaints include small/outdated rooms, poor soundproofing, occasional smells and missing amenities (e.g., TV).
Amenities
5.5
Amenities are basic/aging: mentions of a very small/old elevator, freezing pool, occasional missing TV and lack of accessibility support (no wheelchair provided).
Value for Money
9.1
Strong value: multiple guests explicitly note the hotel is cheap and good value for money, with several saying the stay was worth the low price.
Food and Beverage
5.5
Generally negative for breakfast: many reviews cite poor breakfast quality and limited choices (including issues for children), though a few reviewers reported acceptable breakfast.
Overall Experience
6.5
Overall mixed experience: good location and value noted frequently but offset by recurring issues with cleanliness, noise, breakfast and some service failures.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 07:26

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience comfort and style at Seminal Hotel, just steps away from Taksim Square. The renovated rooms feature free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and en suite bathrooms.

Dining and Relaxation
Indulge in traditional Turkish and international cuisine at our on-site restaurant. Unwind in the indoor pool, sauna, steam room, or hammam.

Convenience and Accessibility
With a 24-hour reception, library, and tour desk, Seminal Hotel ensures a seamless stay. Explore nearby attractions like Istiklal Street and the historic old city area.

Book your stay at Seminal Hotel for a perfect blend of luxury and convenience.

Important information:

Please contact the property at least 1 day before check in if you wish to take advantage of paid shuttle service.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

Location

Guest Reviews

6.7
Based on 333 reviews
Cleanliness: 5
Service: 6.5
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 5.5
Value for Money: 9.1
Food and Beverage: 5.5
Overall Experience: 6.5
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Arash • couple • no
7
Ok for pengene!
Pros:

Hotellet ligger sentralt rett ved taksim, mange butikker, kafeer og restauranter i et kort avstand.
Frokosten var helt ok, men kunne vært litt bedre for en fire stjerner hotel.
Snill personale.

Cons:

Besøkende må skaffe drikke vann til seg selv! Veldig negativt at de gir kun en halv liter flaske vann per rom uansett antall personer. Og den er ikke bra.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Idriss • family_with_children • lb
7
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Nahhab • solo_traveller • iq
9
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
نايف • solo_traveller • il
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Noameine • family_with_children • fr
3
Decevant
Pros:

L 'emplacement

Cons:

Les chambres, le petit dejeuner, la piscine, le bruit ....

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Metin • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Ibrahim ALyasswi • solo_traveller • sy
2
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Mir Vadood • family_with_children • gb
8
You get what you pay for it
Pros:

Nice swimming pool & great location

Cons:

No view and the bathroom wasn’t very good

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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ABDULLAH • solo_traveller • sa
7
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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ABDULLAH • solo_traveller • sa
7
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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ABDULLAH • solo_traveller • sa
7
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Maryem • solo_traveller • ma
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Alba • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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GARYFALLIA • solo_traveller • gr
2
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Farhad • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Clean and tidy

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Rafet • family_with_children • ly
8
Pros:

الموقع

Cons:

الحمام قديم وعازل الصوت بين الغرف

2026-08-21 • via Nuitee
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Alaa • couple • il
1
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Ghada • couple • ps
9
Pros:

1. موقع الفندق قريب جدا من ساحة تقسيم ومحطة المترو
2. حسن المعاملة من قِبل موظفي الاستقبال

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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DOUNIA • family_with_children • fr
7
Pros:

La proximité est top

Cons:

LeS lits ne sont pas pour deux personnes sinon on se sent serré

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Arbër • couple • xk
8
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee