Vacation packages
Stays
Cars
Flights
Support
AARP Member Savings
My Trips
AARP.org
Join
Renew

Khai Karaköy

Hotel with bars, 4-minute walk to Galata Tower

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Khai Karaköy

Front of property
Design Duplex | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV
Design Duplex | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV
2 bars/lounges
Deluxe City Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
The Khai Hotel Karaköy sits just steps from the historic Bosphorus. Guests start their day with coffee at the café or wind down with friends at one of two stylish bars. The staff helps arrange tour tickets while reliable WiFi keeps everyone connected throughout their stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 7 of 7 rooms

View all photos for Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Sea View Room

1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Sea View Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 16 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 15 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe City Room

Deluxe City Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe City Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Design Duplex

Design Duplex | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Design Duplex

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Corner Room With City View

Corner Room With City View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Corner Room With City View

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Corner Sea View Room

Corner Sea View Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Corner Sea View Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

You may also like

Ad
5 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

Taksim
  • Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 1,034 reviews
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

About the neighborhood

Map
Bereketzade Mahallesi, Bankalar Caddesi No:2/1, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34421

What's nearby

  • Galata Tower - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Istiklal Avenue - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Taksim Square - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Karakoy Station - 2 min walk
  • Beyoglu Station - 8 min walk
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Park Büfe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Salon Galata - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Roof Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Post Office - Karaköy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Moise Karakoy - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Khai Karaköy

Hotel near Bosphorus
Located close to Galata Tower and Topkapi Palace, Khai Karaköy provides a coffee shop/cafe, 2 bars, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, an elevator, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

Similar properties

Terrace/patio

Galata Rasso Boutique Hotel

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Laundry
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, 55 reviews
Galata Rasso Boutique Hotel

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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 (43 inch wide door)
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 50 (one-way)

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, and cash
Property Registration Number 22761

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Khai Karaköy
Khai Hotel Karaköy Hotel
Khai Hotel Karaköy Istanbul
Khai Hotel Karaköy Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Khai Karaköy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Khai Karaköy?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Khai Karaköy?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Khai Karaköy?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Khai Karaköy provide a shuttle to the airport?

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

Where is Khai Karaköy located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Galata Bridge, Galata Tower, and Bosphorus. Istiklal Avenue and Pera Palace Hotel are also within 15 minutes. Karakoy Station is only a 2-minute walk and Karakoy Tünel Station is 2 minutes.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Khai Karaköy Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 128 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located. Easy access to places in old Istanbul. Lots of traditional Turkish food dining opportunities within easy walking distance. Very friendly and genuine staff all around. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Said

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tamanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. Umut was extremely helpful. Rooms are beautifully decorated. Location is great.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tulay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and excellent staff! I strongly recommend this hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abdul Rahman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value, rooms are nice (though no mini bar in the room I had in case that's something you look for). Staff are nice and helpful and the location is just excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was A M A Z I N G!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind and hard working staff. Loved the area bc it was close to the tunnels and a great 24/7 food stand in front
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

khaled Nabil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is nice but rooms are tiny. Staff are amazing and super nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Niginakhon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall hotel was clean and very convenient for transportation to historic sites. Hotel staff needs to be little more professional.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nedaa

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

Friendly, clean and accommodating

We had a long connection in Istanbul and needed a place to stay for about 8-10 hours. They were extremely accommodating with getting us an early check in. The people were very nice and the room was nice and clean. It’s located in a good area that is close to a ton of good food and dessert, as well as a short walk to the Galata Tower. I would stay here again next time I visit!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This small hotel is conveniently located near the Galata bridge with lots of dining option and proximity to the Tram and Tunel funicular. There is no breakfast buffet available and the rooms are very small.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kattia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sophie Claire

.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay here, and was pleasantly surprised as it was an affordable stay but the service exceeded my expectations. The room was modern, clean and well equipped. The staff were very helpful and kind. The location was perfect. Highly recommend.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celia

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

Perfect stay in Istanbul

Beautiful and extremely well located hotel. Rooms are exactly as the photos, with good beds and very quiet. They also have a very nice café that is perfect for breakfast. The staff is extremely nice, special mention to Mateen who is a 5 stars host. Will definitely come back during my next trip in Istanbul. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Amenities
Super nettes Personal 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very good service and excellent costumer service. Thank you .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location, helpful staff.

Amazing location and good value. The room had everything I needed and was solid but small. Good shower and comfortable bed. The staff was friendly and helpful - made restaurant reservations, booked taxis and were overall pleasant. Only negatives: no ambient sound and sadly, the room was totally clean when I checked in BUT there was some old pee on the toilet seat. I let the front desk know and they offered to switch my room but I had already started to unpack so they sent housecleaning immediately and all else was great. Things happen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at this wonderful hotel. The room is suitable for two people, clean, the windows are large, the room is bright and there is no noise from outside. The mattress is comfortable and so are the pillows. The bathroom is small but sufficient. The staff is very helpful and friendly. Especially Umut and Metin who were always welcoming us with a smile and provided us with services when we needed to print some papers and also helped us communicate with the airline when we needed it. I can confirm that all the staff at this hotel are polite and respectful. There is a restaurant on the 8th floor and on the 9th floor there is a terrace with a wonderful view of Istanbul. Its location is close to everything; Galata Port, Eminonu and Karakoy Tram. I will not hesitate to stay at this hotel again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fatimah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently had the pleasure of staying at Khai Hotel Karaköy, and it was a truly delightful experience. The hotel boasts a unique design that blends modern elegance with a touch of traditional charm, creating an inviting and comfortable atmosphere. Location-wise, it couldn't be better. Situated right next to all major public transportation, getting around Istanbul is a breeze. Additionally, there's a secret walkable shortcut that takes you to the bustling Istiklal Avenue in just five minutes—perfect for those who love to explore the city on foot. The service at Khai Hotel Karaköy is exceptional. The staff are incredibly friendly and go out of their way to make your stay as pleasant as possible. If you need any assistance or a tour guide, be sure to ask for Metin—he's AMAZING and will ensure you have a memorable experience. While the hotel doesn’t include a free buffet breakfast, they have a bright, nice café/restaurant on the ground floor, perfect for starting your day with a light meal. Additionally, though the hotel doesn’t have a gym or spa services on-site, they offer special discounts to many nearby places that provide these particular amenities. This hotel is an absolute gem for solo travelers and couples. While it's not particularly kid-friendly, it offers a peaceful and cozy environment perfect for adults looking to unwind. Khai Hotel Karaköy is the place you'll want to return to again and again. Highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Nalita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Recai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es war ein schöner Aufenthalt in Istanbul. Die Lage des Hotels war ganz toll und alles super erreichbar. Kann es nur empfehlen .
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sukruye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schönes Hotel nettes personal. Kann ich nur weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS SAID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tengo que decir que aunque la ubicación es muy buena, la limpieza y comodidad de las habitaciones es genial, lo mejor ha sido la amabilidad del personal. Estuve hospedado aquí mismo unas semanas atrás y me recibieron como si fuera familia. Muy amables. Me encantó! Un gran hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gulsah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Çok memnun kaldık, temizdi, herkes güleryüzlü. Tekrar gelmek isterim
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

  • † More information about the $50 gift card with flight package benefit may be found at: https://www.expedia-aarp.com/lp/b/vacationpackages50prepaid

  • English Copyright 1995 – 2025. All rights reserved. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the Expedia User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Expedia pays a royalty fee to AARP for the use of AARP’s intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purpose of AARP. All goods or services and discounts offered via the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia ®, are provided by third-party suppliers. AARP and its affiliates do not endorse and are not responsible for the goods or services and discounts made available on this site. Offers are subject to change and may have restrictions. Please contact the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia® directly for full details. AARP and its affiliates are not insurers.