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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of a cityscape, and a wooden floor. - UNION HOTEL KARAKOY (Istanbul)
A modern bedroom with a large window, a desk, a bench, a TV, and a wardrobe. - UNION HOTEL KARAKOY (Istanbul)
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, two chairs, a small table, and a staircase. - UNION HOTEL KARAKOY (Istanbul)
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A modern interior with a reception desk, green sofa, coffee table, and potted plants. - UNION HOTEL KARAKOY (Istanbul)
Located close to Galata Bridge and Grand Bazaar, UNION HOTEL KARAKOY provides a free grocery shopping service and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wardrobe with hanging clothes, and a large window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wardrobe, and a view of a cityscape through a large window.

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

ANNEX JUNIOR SUITE

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a TV.

ANNEX JUNIOR SUITE-PARTIAL VIEW

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A hotel room with a large window offering a view of a cityscape and water.

ANNEX JUNIOR SUITE - SEA VIEW

  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Istanbul City Center, a neighborhood in Istanbul, UNION HOTEL KARAKOY is in the entertainment district and near a boardwalk/promenade. Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Galata Bridge and Taksim Square. Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet Square are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
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Tersane Cd. 70, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34421

What's nearby

  • A cityscape with a river, boats, and a prominent mosque with two minarets.
    Golden Horn
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A waterfront promenade with a mosque and minarets in the background.
    Bosphorus
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A cityscape with a prominent mosque with two minarets, a waterfront promenade, and a large body of water.
    Galata Bridge
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A cityscape with a prominent tower, a river with boats, and a mix of historic and modern buildings.
    Galata Tower
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A red tram with the number 223 on a busy street.
    Istiklal Avenue
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Karakoy Tünel Station
    4 min walk
  • Beyoglu Station
    9 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Golden City Hotel
    2 min walk
  • Dem Meyhane
    3 min walk
  • Kuytu Balık
    2 min walk
  • Tiryaki Döner
    1 min walk
  • Hür Süper Mario Emin Usta
    2 min walk

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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 10 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping 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
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
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 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 10 per night(33 ft away; open 24 hours)

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
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
Property Registration Number 22473

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is UNION HOTEL KARAKOY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at UNION HOTEL KARAKOY?

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

What time is check-out at UNION HOTEL KARAKOY?

Check-out is at noon.

Does UNION HOTEL KARAKOY provide a shuttle to the airport?

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

Where is UNION HOTEL KARAKOY located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Galata Bridge and Grand Bazaar. Taksim Square and Topkapi Palace are also within 2 mi (3 km). Karakoy Tünel Station is only a 4-minute walk and Karakoy Station is 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

UNION HOTEL KARAKOY Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 202 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, friendly staff & beautiful water view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

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Staff are very friendly , courteous & helpful. They did their best to accommodate our needs , such as lending umbrellas to us on an unexpected rainy day. Location is convenient, close to Galata Bridge & Tower, T1 tram station.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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So well located, Clean and comfortable! Excellent view! Staff was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is a great hotel, clean, comfortable and near excellent tram and metro connections. The staff are fabulous and really helpful. Being near to Galatas tower there are a large number of eating and dining options nearby. The only drawback is if you are placed in the annex there are two flights of stairs to negotiate before you get to the lift.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent ! Highly recommend it. We loved the city view in front of Bósforo. Room was comfortable. The staff is amazing, day and night. Always providing helpful tips, great recommendations and making reservations for you. Location could not be better 5 minutes to Galata tower hill and across from old Istanbul. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our stay was exceptional from start to finish. The room was spotless, comfortable, and very well maintained. As a loyal customer, we were pleasantly surprised to receive a complimentary room upgrade, which made our experience even more special. The staff were friendly, professional, and always willing to help with anything we needed. Their warm hospitality truly stood out and made us feel valued throughout our stay. The location was also excellent, with plenty of shops, restaurants, and conveniences nearby, making it easy to explore the area and find everything we needed. Overall, everything exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend this hotel and look forward to returning again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hospitality and service, affordable and good location close to Galata
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good views of the Bosphorus from the top floors of the hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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beautiful view, helpful staff, thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice staff and good location to explore Istanbul
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Good proximity to old town and sea side whete can find good restaurants. Very celan and all staff were very kind and suppotive. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
awesome and friendly staff, room was clean, and location was extremely convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Highly recommended: clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff, great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Views were great and the room very clean and spacious. Would definitely stay again. Location is close to the Galata area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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A very good hotel! Clean rooms and a beautiful view to watch the Bosphorus. Staff are welcoming, kind, and always ready to help. Highly recommend for anyone visiting!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location and staff goes above and beyond to ensure your comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly Clean Nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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I would highly recommend this hotel , the staff is friendly and very helpful, the hotel is near the major touristic areas , thank you !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Reception team were very friendly and helpful. Rooms were modern and clean. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Super friendly staffs, clean building. Free welcome drinks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing staff - incredible views. Great value overall. Walkable to everything- loved our stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

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clean room, good location, kind people ~!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a great stay. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Great location. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024