10 Karakoy

We spent three nights in Istanbul at 10 Karakoy as our first stop on our tour of Turkey. With so many accommodation options in Istanbul, I'm happy we selected this hotel. The hotel's location was excellent. It was a very short walk to the marina and dozens of restaurants. It was on the main boulevard making it easy to find. The check in and check out was a breeze, and all of the staff members were helpful and friendly. One staff member, AYKUT, in particular was super helpful. He took the time to explain how the train system worked and how to obtain a card for payment. He also provided detailed directions and made other transportation suggestions. We really appreciated his help. Regarding the room, it was big enough for us, well-decorated, clean, and functional. We also had a decent view of one of the prayer towers. The hotel also had a rooftop where you could take your drinks to and view the city. Overall, we had a five star experience and would stay at 10 Karakoy again.

We stayed for almost a week. Every thing was good, the location, approximately to transportation tram, street and ferry. Lots of restaurants and cafes. ||Istanbul new open mall right on the Bosphorus is just 5 min. Walk. Miser or the spice bazar is just one station away by tram. Or 10 min. Walk. |The rooms are quiet. Specially if you secure one at the back side of the hotel away from the main st. |Beds are comfortable and clean. |Bedsheet is clean and smells good. |Bathroom amenities are very good. They placed some old towels at the end of the stay. Probably it’s a cost saving policy..|The BF was good. |Room service (food) was not good, try to avoid it. |Staff were very friendly, Special thanks goes to Ms. Rabie (not sure of the spelling), she is very professional and helpful.

It is overall the most pleasant experience I’ve had in my 6-week long vacation in Europe. I’ve stayed multiple hotels in Cōte d’Azur, Spain and Italy. Everything about 10 Karaköy was very impressive. The design, furniture and cleaning of rooms are amazing. The staff are very polite, always ready and attentive to help for anything you could need during your visit.

Lovely hotel that didn't disappoint! Our room was clean and comfy, and the staff were warm and friendly. Location was exceptional - within walking distance to attractions and very near the tram stop as well. Perfect base for our time in Istanbul!

Amazing location and staff were mostly friendly. Unfortunately hotel manager and breakfast manager were both very greedy. We accidentally booked breakfast for 2/4 of our group on all the days, we kindly asked if we could use those for 4 people across half the time. This would not have cost them any extra money or made anything else difficult, but they refused to do so without any explanation as to why this was the case. Clearly they knew we would have to pay extra for the remaining 2 people to eat breakfast there everyday rather than us all eating together for half the time and then eating elsewhere for the remaining days. It appears they wanted to make more money at the expense of being kind and understanding (which again would not have cost them anything). Unfortunate experience which tainted an otherwise great stay in istanbul.

Found this place last minute and despite being a member of the big hotel chains, I love to jump outside and find something truly unique and beautiful. This is one of those examples. Location is great as it’s easy walking access to all the tourist destinations as well to the ferry terminals to escape the hustle and bustle and travel to the Prince’s Islands. Service is awesome and rooftop bar provides views over the Bosphorus and beyond. Built on an old Roman hospital and is full of character, I highly recommend.

10 Karaköy is a beautifully designed hotel in a perfect location—within walking distance to Galata, the tram, and the waterfront. The interior blends historic charm with a modern touch, and the overall ambiance feels calm and elegant. The food and service were both excellent. Breakfast had a great mix of Turkish and international options, and the rooftop bar was a nice bonus with great views. The room was on the smaller side, which is my only real concern. That said, it was clean and cozy, with comfy beds, blackout curtains, and a quiet atmosphere—great for a good night’s rest. If you’re looking for a stylish, centrally located hotel with quality service, 10 Karaköy is a solid choice. Just be aware that standard rooms are compact.

Fantastic hotel. It’s close to the restaurants and tram that takes you to the grand bazar. The service was excellent. Rooms very clean and modern. Staff couldn’t do enough for you. They all spoke English which is always a bonus. I will be back!

I love this hotel. It's BEAUTIFUL and the staff is amazing. The restaurant is one of the best in Istanbul and the lounge is cool. What's even more amazing is the customer service. I broke my foot (at the metro station) during vacation in Istanbul. I tried to champ it out in my room thinking it was a sprain but I was in excruciating pain and the wonderful staff finally convinced me and sent me off to a great hospital. Upon my return from the hospital they literally catered to me and were so empathetic while I was in crutches and a boot. They sent free food to my room, had their concierge fill my prescriptions for the pain meds, they walked my friend and I to a restaurant and had patience while I was struggled the crutches!!!! They really went above and beyond. I am forever grateful to the kindness the staff and management have shown. I cannot wait to go back and just bring gifts back for the great staff. If you're ever in Istanbul, please stay at the 10 Karaköy.

10 Karaköy is a boutique hotel and, with less than 75 rooms, one cannot expect all of the amenities customary at a major property, such as room service or a swimming pool. What one gets, in trade off, is a quiet, intimate, and well-maintained facility that offers a pleasant stay in a good location. Still, though advertised as a five-star hotel, this is really a four-star property and I have evaluated it against that criteria. LOCATION: 10 Karaköy could not be more centrally located for most of the key visitor destinations in Istanbul. It is mere blocks from Galata Bridge which, after crossing, places one 30 minutes (by foot) from the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, and Grand Bazaar. Thirty minutes in the other direction is the Dolmabahçe Palace, Istanbul Naval Museum, and Vodafone Arena. For those who prefer not to walk, a metro station is just a block or two from the hotel's entrance. There was heavy construction occurring outside the hotel when I stayed, which included ground-penetrating drilling. This construction began at midnight and continued until 4 a.m. On two different nights I was awoke by the walls of my room shaking from the tremors of the drilling and the noise level was so loud it was impossible to get back to sleep. This is obviously beyond the control of the hotel but requires mention anyway. ROOMS: Rooms are modern, impeccably maintained, and well-appointed. STAFF: Hotel staff are friendly, professional, and accommodating. AMENITIES: There is free wifi. There is no room service. FACILITIES: Though hotel literature indicates the ground-level restaurant is open for lunch and dinner it was, when I stayed, only open for breakfast. The bar serves a short menu of simple, pricey, and uninspired fare that - though nicely presented - may simply be pre-packaged meals that are heated. While the hotel advertises its open-air rooftop "Sky Terrace," this facility was closed during my entire stay. This may simply be a function of low hotel bookings brought on by the current Istanbul tourism downturn and the need to limit staff. A small exercise room is clean and tidy and stocked with modern equipment. The hotel's lobby is a work of art.