Taksim Prelude Hotel

1- Kerim, the host, was brilliant! He was so helpful, speaks english and would ask everyday what we would like to do and then give us tips on the best way to reach that place. He even gave us his train pass one day so that we could use it and not have to buy one! All my high ratings on the hotel are for Kerim. As a tourist in a foreign land, all you need is a helpful host, so thanks Kerim! 2- Very close to Istiklal street and Galata area- walking distance. 3- The best cafes and food, Galata tower and restaurants and shops just outside the hotel- such a treat. 4- A lovely walk away from Galata bridge that leads you to the Sultanahmet area (Hagia Sofia mosque, Blue Mosque etc)

Hotel is right in center of Taksim for anyone who wants to stay in this area i recommend this hotel 100%. The staff are absolutely amazing and extremely helpful. Special thanks to Mr. Ali and Mr. Kerim from the reception they both were very helpful and told us alot of useful information about the area and the city. They also helped us get a taxi to the airport and made sure that our stay at the hotel was exceptional and very comfortable. They even told us about good places to eat other than the commercial ones and where to go and what do to as it was our first time in Istanbul. They even helped us carry our heavy bags all the time. Super friendly and I would definitely stay in this hotel again because of them. Nothing in the room was missing and it was more than perfect. 10/10

The staff was very friendly. They go the extra mile to help you. And always with a smile. Location is great as well.

The hotel room is very clean and comfortable, with everything you need for a short stay. The location is perfect, very close to the metro and the main tourist attractions. Before I checked in at hotel, I had been worrying about the noise there might be. However this proved to be no problem for me at all. I slept very well in this hotel. The hotel staff Kerim and Ali are exceptionally friendly, considerate and helpful. I booked for three nights in this hotel. Kerim helped to upgrade my first night's Economy Double Room to a King Suite with Fireplace for free. He was so kind and considerate, not wanting me to have the trouble of changing my room after the first night. Kerim and Ali also helped to recommend some good food to eat and places to visit, which proved really satisfying. Ali, who worked in the daytime when I stayed, gave me an Istanbul card, so I did not need to buy one myself. I just put money in and could have access to every public transportation means. Ali is also good at writing instructions in English and drawing maps. His instructions and maps helped me easily find the places to visit and are really good memories for me. I enjoyed my stay in Istanbul very much largely because of this hotel I luckily chose to stay and its lovely and helpful staff Kerim and Ali. I would definitely highly recommend this hotel to every one.

The hotel room is very clean and comfortable, with everything you need for a short stay. The location is perfect, very close to the metro and the main tourist attractions. Before I checked in at hotel, I had been worrying about the noise there might be. However this proved to be no problem for me at all. I slept very well in this hotel. The hotel staff Kerim and Ali are exceptionally friendly, considerate and helpful. I booked for three nights in this hotel. Kerim helped to upgrade my first night's Economy Double Room to a King Suite with Fireplace for free. He was so kind and considerate, not wanting me to have the trouble of changing my room after the first night. Kerim and Ali also helped to recommend some good food to eat and places to visit, which proved really satisfying. Ali, who worked in the daytime when I stayed, gave me an Istanbul card, so I did not need to buy one myself. I just put money in and could have access to every public transportation means. Ali is also good at writing instructions in English and drawing maps. His instructions and maps helped me easily find the places to visit and are really good memories for me. I enjoyed my stay in Istanbul very much largely because of this hotel I luckily chose to stay and its lovely and helpful staff Kerim and Ali. I would definitely highly recommend this hotel to every one.