Witt Istanbul Hotels

Hotel · Kilicali Pasa

Witt Istanbul Hotels

Hotel · Kilicali Pasa

Kılıçali Paşa, Cihangir, Defterdar Ykş. No:26, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye

Highlights

Nestled in the trendy Cihangir neighborhood, this modern boutique hotel offers spacious, stylish suites with stunning views and a rooftop garden perfect for leisurely mornings.

Kılıçali Paşa, Cihangir, Defterdar Ykş. No:26, 34433 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye Get directions

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@michelinguide

"While other Istanbul hotels emphasize the city’s ties to antiquity, Witt Istanbul Suites is every inch the ultra-modern contemporary-design boutique hotel. Formerly an ad agency HQ, it’s close by to the central business district, as well as some of the best shopping, dining and nightlife in this modern quarter." - MICHELIN Guide

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@michelinguide

"Witt Istanbul Suites is every inch the ultra-modern contemporary-design boutique hotel." - MICHELIN Guide

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@afar

"With only 18 rooms and a room-to-staff ratio of one-to-one, this funky design hotel offers personalized service that makes guests feel as if they’re staying at an ultra-stylish friend’s home. Outfitted to feel like a slice of New York City loft-apartment living, Witt Istanbul ’s rooms have snubbed the Ottoman aesthetic in favor of retro-modern furniture that showcases the best of Turkish design. Beds are covered with luxurious local Denizli linens, while oversized gray marble bathrooms pay tribute to the traditional Turkish bath and also feature walk-in rain showers big enough for two. Breakfast here is an organic feast of local produce that includes handmade jams and honey from the hives of Bodrum. Guests are encouraged to indulge in a lazy morning with the hotel’s breakfast-in-bed service. Some rooms also have small kitchenette areas, while any guest who’s suffering from restaurant fatigue can order from a local restaurant for a quiet night in."

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@cntraveler

"This boutique hotel offers contemporary rooms with sleek leather sofas, wall-to-wall mirrored tile, and gleaming kitchenettes carved from Marmara marble. The hotel is known for its helpful concierge desk, fresh-baked fig cookies, Molton Brown toiletries, and Juliette balconies with sweeping views of Galata Tower and the Golden Horn."

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Kath M

Google

Fabulous hotel. Our room had a balcony with great views. Lovely breakfast and friendly staff. Only downside was that it is situated on a very steep hill. We got used to it but not for anyone with mobility issues. Take flat shoes!!|Hotel is stylish and room was very comfortable. Choose one with a balcony if possible for great views. There is a rooftop terrace too which we had to ourselves most days. Great find!

Andrew G

Google

We travel internationally a couple times a year. This hotel room was really quite exceptional. It was spacious. It had enough outlets. The furniture was extremely tasteful - Danish Modern from the 60s or 70s in excellent condition. The bed, chairs, and couch were comfortable. The rooftop terrace was incredible - fabulous view over the river to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sofia. The breakfast provided was quite good. The staff were friendly and helpful. The neighborhood is really nice - not too commercial but with restaurants and stores nearby. An easy walk down to the tram station. And lots and lots and lots of cats in the neighborhood, all of whom are charming and relaxed. Photos attached are the view from the roof and the view from our breakfast table - note the orange cat, who we often saw on that perch. Also, one of those nice Danish modern chairs in the breakfast room.

Tobias

Google

Great location, super friendly staff, great service and breakfast, large rooms with great views. If we come back we will stay here again :)

Paul B

Google

We stayed at the Witt suites for 4 nights earlier this month and we would highly recommend this property. From the very helpful staff, especially Ozan, who was not only very helpful but also a great conversationalist, to the very spacious suite, we could not fault the hotel. It has a very generous breakfast and the decor is very tasteful and modern, especially the full length mural in the loft shaft that covers 7 floors. Also, there is a nice relaxing roof terrace with a wonderful view. The location is great for getting around Istanbul and there was always a warm welcome on return. It is also close to some great restaurants and bars. |All in all a great place to stay and we would certainly stay again if we return to Istanbul.

Mark D

Google

We spent the last week of September here, our first time in Istanbul. The hotel, while indeed up a steep hill from the tram stop, was a fantastic oasis.|The neighborhood was full of locals and small restaurants & shops, quieter than the other more touristy side of the city, but also still quite convenient. Our room was spacious and well decorated and had incredible city views from the 4th floor. The bed was comfortable and bathroom well outfitted and we enjoyed having a living room space to relax after a long day of walking. Perhaps the best thing here was the really vast breakfast offerings which started every day out great. The people working at breakfast were kind and welcoming and the small size of the hotel really made a difference. Highly recommended!

Norris C

Google

The Witt is conveniently located 5 minutes walk from Tophane tram station which gives easy accessibility to all the main tourist sights in Sultanahmet and the Dolmabahçe Palace. It is a steep walk though, but easily doable. It's in the more modern side (Beyoglu) so has more "local" shops and restaurants nearby, vs Sultanahmet which is much more touristy.||We had the penthouse suite which was a good size and had a fantastic view of the city.||Breakfast at the hotel was generous and delicious. The staff were all warm and friendly and happy to help with booking requests.||We also used the hotel's transfers to and from the airport, which were very smooth and pleasant.

Ron P

Google

We spent 8 glorious days in Istanbul where our penthouse room at The Witt Hotel added meaningfully and positively to our entire experience. ||It was such a joy to return home each day and enter this spacious room with its fabulous look-out over some of the most exciting views Istanbul can offer. ||We looked at a few of their other rooms at this small hotel and they were all excellent and attractive, but the penthouse was truly special and made our longer than average stay much more pleasurable. |||The staff at The Witt are all totally attentive, each one of them is on top of their game in a most friendly way, and they all pay proper attention to the tiniest details that can make their guests visit the best it can be. It’s a great team.||The breakfasts were superb, if like us you prefer an ‘at home’ and wholesome experience. We like that approach. ||The area is a really nice area to stay in, and although mini-hills need to be traversed all over the city, the Witt is close to the shore and only a modest way up from water level. It is also near many super restaurants, enticing shopping areas and delightful hammams. The hotels recommendations were all worth following.||In a resume like this I suppose it is necessary to mention that the place is spotlessly clean, and the housekeeping staff achieved a straight 10.||To the point: If one wants a truly wonderful homecoming to your room each day then ‘The Witt’ provides it, and the main penthouse will elevate that to a totally delightful stay. ||Ron & Jo|

Ale Aller

Google

It is only 20 min walk from Taksim Square and 35 min walk from Blue Mosque. The view of the hotel is impressive. You don't need to stay at the panoramic-view room. The hotel has a rooftop with incredible views. The breakfast was good. The staff very kind and helpful. Thank you.

Miriam W.

Yelp

I should probably branch out and stay in another hotel in Istanbul but the Witt is pretty perfect so it's hard for me to consider straying from it. The rooms are spacious and feature plenty of room to work and eat and socialize. I dig the Molton Brown bath products, complimentary mineral water and the tiny little brownies they leave for you each day under a glass housing. There are many reasons to love the Witt, here are a few of mine: LOCATION The Witt is located in Instanbul's chic Cihangir neighbourhood (full of cafes and, incidentally, homeless cats) and within striking distance to Taksim Square and the Old City. BREAKFAST Even if you don't take a morning meal at home, you'll want one the one included in the room rate here. The choices are boundless - eggs, fruit, cheese, toast, yogurt, fresh juice, coffee, tea - and you can eat either in the lobby or have breakfast brought to your room (at no extra charge). STAFF Everyone who works at the Witt is kind, helpful and friendly. They assisted me with all sorts of requests: a car to the airport, a cup of tea, directions, food delivered late at night. And always with a smile! LOBBY I took countless meetings in the stylish lobby of the Witt. It's a really comfortable spot and I always felt happy to be there. I'm sure the staff wondered about my revolving door of guests but they never let on and offered each one a beverage upon arrival. I stay in lots of hotels for work. The Witt's one I'd be happy to spend my own money on, and a place I'd refer to any friend visiting Istanbul.

Uli B.

Yelp

I have been to Istanbul three times now and during my first trip, I stayed at the Witt Hotel, which came highly recommended. The other two times, I stayed at other hotels, just because I had the urge to try out new places, but I have to admit that nothing was as good as the Witt Hotel - not even close! (In fact, I have recommended this place to three other people by now and they all liked it as well.) What I really like about this hotel is the amount of space that you have in each room...and that for about the same price as in other hotels, where you get tiny rooms! On top of that, the rooms are really nicely decorated and have all the amenities that you could wish for: nice toiletries, coffee maker, kitchenette, etc. Additionally, the staff at the Witt Hotel is extremely helpful and goes above and beyond to make you stay as comfortable as possible. One minor thing though: while the Istanbul summers are really hot, I found that they overdid it with the AC in the lobby a little. I always had to bring a light sweater, when I wanted to sit there.

Heather L.

Yelp

An impeccable property - from the well-executed lounge breakfast we received upon arrival to the reliable shuttle service for our departure. There are just little touches that many others have mentioned that really made an impression on my hubby and I: - Nespresso machine and pods for guests' enjoyment - Complimentary glass-bottles of mineral water - Multiple turndowns that include refilling the mineral water and the Nespresso pods - Bar alcohol is very reasonably priced per bottle - 23" iMac downstairs for everyone's use - Molton Brown shower products Add all those to a very comfortable bed, clean linens and fluffy robes, and you are looking at an excellent stay in Istanbul.

Reinold T.

Yelp

Spent a week here during Thanksgiving holiday. The hotel was recommended by friends and we owe them a dinner for it. What a great place. The rooms were spacious, the breakfast buffet fresh and local, the staff so helpful and friendly. Advance emails to arrange airport transportation and other questions were promptly answered by Volcan. The location is just a short walk to many great restaurants (Mellow, Journey, Colonie). A short walk to Taksim Square and Itikslal Street for shopping. Also, an easy 30 minute walk to Sultanahmet. Location - check. Friendliness - check. Boutique luxury - check. When I return to Istanbul this will be the place to stay again.

Lynn M.

Yelp

Beautiful morning, amazing view from the top floor balcony rooms. Service is nice. Location is central, but on a very steep street. To catch the train across to the old town is long climb down and back up to return.