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Taksim Prelude Hotel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Taksim Square

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Exterior
Executive lounge
Executive lounge
Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed | View from room
Reception
In the heart of Istanbul, Taksim Prelude Hotel offers a warm welcome with its cozy fireplace in the lobby and a library perfect for unwinding. Enjoy convenient amenities like free in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, express check-in and check-out, tour/ticket assistance, porter/bellhop service and access to free newspapers.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Senior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Fireplace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Senior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Panoramic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Kuloglu Mah. Sadri Alisik Sk. No: 26, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34435

What's nearby

  • Taksim Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Galata Tower - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Hagia Sophia - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Topkapi Palace - 6 min drive - 2.6 miles

Getting around

  • Taksim Station - 8 min walk
  • Beyoglu Station - 14 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪NEVET - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Corinne Hotel & Brasserie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪49 Çukurcuma - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gramaj Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Babel Cafe & Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Taksim Prelude Hotel

Hotel near Taksim Square
Located close to Galata Tower and Dolmabahçe Palace, Taksim Prelude Hotel provides a library, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a free shopping center shuttle, and self parking (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and a front-desk safe
  • An elevator, a porter/bellhop, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms at Taksim Prelude Hotel offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per night); discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 60 m
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Self parking on site (EUR 15 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • 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
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1895
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, 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
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 60 (one-way), (up to 6 years old)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 15 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per night (328 ft away)

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; cash is not accepted
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1610

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Karakol
Karakol Hotel
Stories Hotel
Taksim Prelude Hotel Hotel
Stories Hotel Karakol Istanbul
Stories Karakol
Stories Karakol Istanbul
Stories Apart Karakol Hotel Istanbul
Taksim Prelude Hotel Istanbul
Taksim Prelude Hotel Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Taksim Prelude Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Taksim Prelude Hotel?

Self parking is available for EUR 15 per night.

What time is check-in at Taksim Prelude Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Taksim Prelude Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Taksim Prelude 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 Taksim Prelude Hotel located?

Located in Taksim, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Taksim Square, Galata Tower, and Dolmabahçe Palace. Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet Square are also within 3 mi (5 km). Taksim Station is 8 minutes by foot and Tophane Station is 10 minutes.

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Taksim Prelude Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 69 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 199 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mayur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great central location for a short trip. Super helpful staff and clean and tidy rooms. Recommended
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for the price. Toilet was stained on the outside. Lamp was flickering.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

ghada

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very small rooms, old and not well maintained and very noisy but has a perfect location and helpful staff at least one of them.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful front desk service!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samira

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

Best service, best location 10/10

The hotel was up to my expectation in terms of the location, comfort , safety and being taken care of by the amazing customer service staff Mr. Valat and Mr shafaq are the best. They go above and beyound to assisst the customers.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall very well. Very nice staff. A little noisy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

André

Disliked: Cleanliness
Room service was not cleaning up the rooms and needed to be reminded again and again. Otherwise okay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Omeed

Disliked: Staff & service

Not friendly staff

We checked out and my friend asked if she could use the bathroom and they said since you checked out you cannot. Using bathroom was right after checkout was over.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Givi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty room and towels they did not clean my room for 2 days
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness
Bien
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Shamim

Disliked: Cleanliness
The location of the hotel was truly excellent. It was very close to everything — restaurants, boutiques, the metro and bus stations — which made getting around super easy. Unfortunately, our experience inside the hotel was not as positive. There was a constant smell of cigarette smoke throughout the hotel, even inside our room. We mentioned this to the reception, but nothing changed — in fact, we even saw hotel staff smoking in the lobby several times. The bathroom was not clean at all and definitely didn’t meet our expectations for hygiene. Also, the walls were very thin and not soundproof. Even though we’re not sensitive to noise, we were constantly woken up at night when guests in the neighboring rooms came back late, talked, or closed their doors loudly. Overall, the location was great, but unfortunately, the service and conditions inside the hotel didn’t live up to what we were hoping for.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRENO

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

Uma ótima opção de custo-benefício

O hotel nos atendeu perfeitamente bem, principalmente em termos de localização, ficando próximo da Praça Taksim e numa região central de Beyoglu, ficando fácil de caminhar para bares e restaurantes na região, assim como outros bairros como Galata e Karakoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Temiz Değil

İçerisi çok eski ve her şey dökülüyordu. Otelin karşısında bir bar vardı ve çok gürültülüydü. İçerisi çok temiz değildi. Giriş esnasında klimanın nasıl çalışacağı ve wifi şifresi iletilmiyor. Telefon dan tahmini olarak 0 a basıp resepsiyonu şans eseri arayıp wifi şifresi sordum. Klimayı zar zor kendimiz çalıştırdık. İçerisinde kahve makinesi var ama kahve kapsülü yok. Anlayacağınız beyoğlu nda kalacaksınız kalacağınız yer burası olmamalı derim.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

yusuf

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buz gibi

Aşırı soğuktu. Ama öyle normal değil. Montla yattım. İstediğimiz bi yatak ve sıcak oda yaa
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ahmet

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

Otopark biraz sıkıntılı

İstiklal caddesine yakın, konumu mükemmel. Temizlik ve konfor yeterli. Ancak otopark var olarak gösterilmemeliydi, dışarıdaki ücretli otopark oda fiyatına yakın tutuyor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Virginia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Buen Hotel pero le falta mantenimiento

El Hotel esta bien ubicado, tiene todo lo necesario, la gente muy amable, pero pienso que lo han descuidado de mantenimiento y necesitan mejorar el tema de la limpieza.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALVARO FRANCISCO

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

Un lugar ideal por el precio

Buen lugar, el callejon tiene mucha actvidad durante el dia y la noche, muy cerca de la calle mas turistica, varias opciones de comida accesibles caminando
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sehr netter Empfang und nette Mitarbeiter. Immer hilfsbereit die Jungs. Gerne wieder :)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brahim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top en echt proper Aanbevolen👌👌👍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

ロケーション最高、綺麗なホテル

イスティクラール通りのすぐ近くで観光に便利。スタッフも丁寧で部屋も綺麗。Wi-Fiが遅いのと、繁華街の近くなので週末夜は少しうるさいのが少々難点。でも全体的にとても良いホテルでした。
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Faisal Amur Said

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
-Nothing was good about it. - The staff were rude.. except one - no cleaning services - Bed was very dirty and make noise all the time.. we asked for Solving the problem but they didn't do anything. - The area is very noisy until 4 o'clock in the mornings.. the windows of course are not soundproof - The area is very crowded and the driving option is unlikely - the staff are limited and most of the hospitality services are not provided - It is not preferable place for families - I don't recommend this place at all for anyone - مكان سيء للغايه ولا يعكس التعليقات التي قرئتها عنه سابقا - لا يوجد اي معايير للناظفه ابدا - طاقم غير متعاون ولا يقدم خدمات الاساسيه للعملاء - الاسره قذره والملايات ممزقه وعلاوه على ذلك السرير قديم ويصدر اصوات وعند طلب حل المشكله لا يقوم القائمون على الفندق بأي مبادره - المكان مزعج ويوجد مراقص قربه والازعاج وصوت الاغاني الى الفجر مع العلم لا يوجد نوافذ عازله للصوت في المجمل المنطقه مكتضه وخيار قياده السياره صعب جدا - لا يصلح ابدا للعوائل ولا انصح به لاي احد اذا اراد الراحه - خدمه الواي فاي سيئه للغايه ولا تغطي جميع الغرف
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gueler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Schönes Hotel super preis Leistung
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Fantastisk läge

Bra Hotel med fantastiskt läge nära till allt.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feras the front office manager who was trying his best to provide all helps related to our stay or in general . Good hotel, will decorated, even if the area is not that perfect but so close to Istiklal well known street . Thanks a lot .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

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