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Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Grand Bazaar

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Restaurant
Comfort Quadruple Room | Memory foam beds, free minibar, desk, laptop workspace
Rooftop terrace
Reception
Restaurant
Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant is a short walk from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Guests enjoy ocean views from the rooftop at Balyan Restaurant, then relax with Thai massages or body wraps at the spa. Free WiFi and newspapers enhance the experience.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Royal Quadruple Room | Memory foam beds, free minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Royal Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Dining table
Free minibar items
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Family Quadruple Room | Memory foam beds, free minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Family Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Memory foam bed
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Memory foam beds, free minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Memory foam bed
Hair dryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Quadruple Room | Memory foam beds, free minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Basic Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Memory foam bed
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Memory foam beds, free minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Memory foam bed
Hair dryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Memory foam beds, free minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Memory foam bed
Hair dryer
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Quadruple Room | Memory foam beds, free minibar, desk, laptop workspace

Comfort Quadruple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Renovated in 2021
Memory foam bed
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located in Istanbul City Center, a neighborhood in Istanbul, Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant is on the Strip. Grand Bazaar and Istiklal Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bosphorus and Florya Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tupras Stadium or Ülker Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as boat tours.
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Mimar Hayrettin Gedikpasa Cad. No 60, Istanbul, Beyazit, 34126

What's nearby

  • Grand Bazaar - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sultanahmet Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Topkapi Palace - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Beyazit Station - 5 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 7 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gedikpaşa Balıkçısı - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mivan Restaurant Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Zəfəran Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Liman Kokoreç - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dedeoğlu Baklava -Gedikpaşa - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant

Hotel remodeled in 2021 and located near Grand Bazaar
Located close to Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant provides a free breakfast buffet, a rooftop terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), books, and tour/ticket assistance
  • An elevator, concierge services, and outdoor furniture
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and coworking spaces
Room features
All guestrooms at Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free stocked minibars and free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 35-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, CD players, and electric kettles

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (EUR 15 per day); reservations required
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Books

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1884
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Renovated entire property - June 2021
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 35-inch smart TV with premium digital channels
  • CD player
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Airport shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 3 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per day(164 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 3 per night

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, debit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Masterpass
Cashless transactions are available
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
Property Registration Number 2021-34-0127

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Balyan & Restaurant Istanbul
Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant Hotel
Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant Istanbul
Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 50 per vehicle applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet Square. Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern are also within 15 minutes. Beyazit Station is only a 5-minute walk and Cemberlitas Station is 8 minutes.

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Reviews

Grand Balyan Hotel & Restaurant Reviews

6.0

7.4

Cleanliness

6.0

Amenities

6.0

Staff & service

6.0

Eco-friendliness

6.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The eating area was great. Fantastic views of the city & Bosporus. The staff were really friendly. Recommend deluxe rooms with sea view. It's on a narrow, lively hill, so coach pickups were not easy.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Rami

Every thing is good but the room was small
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

Very bad experience

It was horrible! I am supposed booked a hotel with a car park but I was shocked when the receptionist told me that there is no car park and I have to pay €5 to park my car in a neighbourhood car park. In addition, my room has a window on the corridor and there was transparent blinds that don’t prevent the light comes from the corridor. So, whenever someone walks in the corridor the lights turn on and comes inside my room. Also, there was a noise all the night (I have recorded a video at 2:30 am) so I couldn’t sleep and I woke up very tired which affected my business meeting badly. A full refund in not enough for that’s very bad experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Abdurrahman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

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