10 Karakoy

Hotel Karaköy 10 exceeded all my expectations. The hotel is beautifully designed, very clean, and perfectly located — everything you need is within walking distance. The rooms are comfortable and well maintained, and the overall atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Special thanks to Mr. Arda, who truly made our stay unforgettable. He is so funny and has such amazing energy — he really made the stay more fun and enjoyable. His professionalism, kindness, and positive attitude made a huge difference, and he went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for us. Highly recommended — I would definitely stay here again!

We loved it! Very nice & stylish hotel, 100% worth the price. The lobby area with the small waterfall fountain is stunning! The rooms are modern, good condition, look and feel expensive. Everything is very clean and well organised. The breakfast is balanced, lots of proteins/carbs, also veggies and fruits. Almond milk is available. The staff is very friendly & helpful. Always help with the luggage, any questions you might have. Everyone speaks English. We were able to book urgently with no issues. The only problem is the noise from the outside (very busy street), could be solved by just offering earplugs, but unfortunately they were not available. Other than that, the location is perfect, super close to the tram station. I can recommend this hotel, and if we visit Istanbul again, most likely we will stay here. Thank you for such amazing experience!

The hotel is in the Karaköy district, which is perfect for exploring Istanbul. It’s walkable to the T1 tram station, Galata Tower, and the art museum so location is definitely a highlight. The area also feels pretty safe, even for female travelers, which is a big plus.Our room was clean and had a spacious bathroom, which was nice. However, we were placed on the first floor, and the view was underwhelming.The staff greeted us and said hello, but I didn’t feel very welcomed for a 5-star service. They could have been more helpful with directions and local tips, especially since we were female travelers. Overall, service felt a bit distant. maybe I expected more from a 5-star property. (Just my personal opinion )Pros:- Excellent location- Safe area for female travelers- Clean room and big bathroomCons:- First floor view was disappointing- Staff could be friendlier and more helpful

Was not worth it! I’ve booked terrace room, which is one of highest priced and expected good quality room and view. Terrace was already closed in November, even tho weather is good, furniture is covered. But more importantly the view from the balcony is awful, there is nothing but garbage and backyard. Literally not worth it! Room is clean, but not super fresh. This hotel doesn’t have rooms with bathtubs, only shower if that important. No constant concierge service to open the door or meet you on arrival. Actually service is below average. Breakfast ok, but nothing special.Not sure for what it got in Michelin guide and trip recommendations, this is mediocre hotel in Istanbul. No spa amenities, nothing.Disappointed experience.

The location is super convenient; 15 min walk to the mosques, bazaars, and so much more. I send my salute to the staff for being super friendly and HONEST. I left my Louis Vuitton bracelet behind in the room after checking out and realized it when I got to my next travel destination in Europe. I reached out to the front desk and they were able to locate the item and they worked out the logistics to get it shipped to my home in the USA. It’s very hard to find honest people in this world. I am very thankful of the team at the hotel and recommend them to everyone.

They work hard to earn their 5 star review. They deserve it Edit: we lost a item of clothing in the hotel room. They found it right away and held it for us so we can pick it up. such great customer service!

Everyone at hotel was great. Hotel was clean and excellent location. The kitchen staff made me hot oatmeal when I wasn’t feeling well.|The front office Bell Captain Aykut was extremely helpful and a very kind man. Came as a tourist, left feeling like family.|Türkiye is a beautiful country.

I can’t stop loving this place and every time I come to Istanbul, I can’t stay in another place. Special thanks for Mr Latif as he was truly Latif ( which means nice person) as he was so much helpful. Also, one more message to the management that try to keep your staff as they already lost 3 good employees, Adam, Ebrar and lately Bilal. We like to see same faces every year it give us good feelings. Make them happy so they make the place happier. Best regards,

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.