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Galley Hotel

Adults-only beach bed & breakfast

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Standard Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar
Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony
Buffet
Galley Hotel offers a peaceful escape near the Grand Bazaar. Enjoy barbecue specialties at Restorant steakhouse with ocean views. Rooms include WiFi, and the garden is perfect for relaxing between visits to Hagia Sophia. Active guests can enjoy cycling and archery.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Room service

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Free minibar items
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Economy Double Room Single Use, 1 Large Twin Bed, Annex Building

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Free minibar items
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Beach/ocean view

Standard Double Room, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Free minibar items
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 12 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Economy Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Free minibar items
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Standard Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Free minibar items
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Economy Quadruple Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, memory foam beds, free minibar

Economy Quadruple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Free minibar items
LED TV
Washer/dryer
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Sea View | Balcony

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Dishwasher
Free minibar items
LED TV
  • 16 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Sultanahmet, a neighborhood in Istanbul, Galley Hotel is on the Strip and by the sea. Kadıköy Port and Ataköy Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Grand Bazaar and Istiklal Avenue. Vialand Tema Park and Istanbul Expo Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with boat tours and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Sehsuvar Bey Mah. Cömertler Sok. No:25, Istanbul

What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Topkapi Palace - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 5 min walk
  • Cemberlitas Station - 9 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turkish Cuisine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Afrodit Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Liman Kokoreç - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Çapari Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Luna Istanbul Döner Ve Kebap Salonu - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Galley Hotel

Bed & breakfast near Sultanahmet Square
Located close to Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar, Galley Hotel provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and shopping on site. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like cycling and archery at this bed & breakfast. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or other spa services. The on-site barbecue steakhouse, Restorant, offers lunch, dinner, and ocean views. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, beach umbrellas, and a computer station
  • A porter/bellhop, a front-desk safe, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Galley Hotel boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and free stocked minibars.
More amenities include:
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and designer toiletries
  • 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, communal kitchens, and mini fridges

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (EUR 15 per day); reservations required; discounts available
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 500 km
  • 24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
  • Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

  • Cafe
  • Restorant
  • Teras

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Private wine tours
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 172 square feet of conference space
  • Business center
  • Computer station
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • In a provincial park
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways (28 inches high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 2001
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Traditional architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Late-night room service
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Printer
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Washer/dryer
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 1 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 1 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 8 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per day (164 ft away; open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM)
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10 per night
  • Laundry fee: EUR 17 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds and high chair
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Galley Hotel Istanbul
Galley Hotel Istanbul
Galley Hotel Bed & breakfast
Galley Hotel Bed & breakfast Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Galley Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Galley Hotel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Galley Hotel?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Galley Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Galley Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Galley Hotel located?

Located in Sultanahmet, this beach bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Little Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque are also within 15 minutes. Cemberlitas Station is 9 minutes by foot and Beyazit Station is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Galley Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 67 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 230 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our accommodation, Ali & staff were incredible. Amenities excellent. Service, they couldn't do enough, so exceptional. Highly recommend this stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Piotr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location & value for money.

Excellent location. Very helpful and kind staff, I left behind my e-Reader and the young man at reception went out of his way to find it for me, I am very grateful!!. The room was modern and comfortable. There was some noise from the street audible in our room, but this didn’t negatively impact our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

RYOTA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ALL good!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff , couldn’t do enough for us . Rooms clean and spacious, well worth the money .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abdulaziz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful!!!

The hotel was nice and clean, the employees were also helpful and friendly. Our room was very clean and we didn't have any problems. Wi-Fi was also working very well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haidar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place for the price
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patsi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Galley Hotel

Lovely overnight stay great location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean place, very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdenour

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love the stay so much we booked an additional 4 nights. Overall excellent service. Thank you Galley Staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Excellent staff accommodations, super clean room. Very happy with overall service. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I recommend this hotel.

The hotel was really nice and the location was perfect if u want to see beatiful gems of Istanbul. Staff was amazing as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julian D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quite, clean, helpful staff. Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

kemal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
İ liked this Hotel so much. The room is clean and quite. Also the receptions help you about anything. Exactly i'll come this hotel next time
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rehan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
From check in to check out .very clean freindly staff and great location neerby the grand bazar mehmul sultan hagia sophia mosque
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Ming

Liked: Staff & service
We took the only 4 ppl room on level 3. The staff Zubair was kind enough to help to bring luggage upstairs. The room was slightly claustrophobic given the slanting part in the room was about 1.4m in height only, but the hotel was in a premium sultanahmet location. We didn’t mind as much as we spent most of the time outdoor.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Maryering

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Good!

The hotel is very close to tourist attractions. There are many restaurants around and places to shop. The hotel is super clean and the reception is very good. They helped us with the transportation book to and from the airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

kamel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the stuff was very friendly

8/10 Good

mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is old and small, but clean and the host are friendly and very helpfull. the ocean view from room is very great. The area is very old and crowded, but is within walking distance from restuarants, shoppings, and historical attractions
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Muneo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Parwez

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was far too small for 2 people with a small wardrobe and a three-quarter bed in it. Not much room to move above. The stuff for excellent very polite.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1. Sea view room is good but there is an improved at the rest room which the floor is not flat and cause the water on the ground of rest room with an unsensing smell. 2. Make a shielding on the ground of the rest room door which could prevent the waste water flow-in the living room.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ayman

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Horrible hotel, the owner tried to scam as. Don’t book or stay there
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Maria Angelica Buitrago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is good and well located. In the room we had there was a lot of noise during the nigth coming from the other rooms and the reception as it was in the same floor. Breakfast is ok. Good relation quality-price.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mohammad

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was unbelievably small especially the bathroom. I understand we got economy room but it is not as shown in the picture.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

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