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Set in the centre of Istanbul, Union Hotel Karaköy is located 400 metres from Galata Tower and 1.2 km from Spice Bazaar. The property is situated 2 km from Istiklal Street, 2.5 km from Basilica Cistern and 2.7 km from Column of Constantine. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a wardrobe, a kettle, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. At Union Hotel Karaköy all rooms come with bed linen and towels. Topkapi Palace is 2.7 km from the accommodation, while Suleymaniye Mosque is 1.8 km away. Istanbul Airport is 36 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.3
High score for Istanbul
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Wesley
    Australia Australia
    All the staff members were very friendly, nice, respectful and very helpful. The location and the view from this hotel was perfect. Our bed was made every day and the room was was cleaned daily. We also enjoyed coffee and tee served every morning...
  • Kristina
    Australia Australia
    The staff were very welcoming and helpful! The location in general was good, walking distance to restaurants and bars in Galata. The view from the room was great. The room itself was fine.
  • Jia
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Would highly recommend staying at Union Hotel Karakoy, it's in a highly convenient area to stay, where it's close to the nearby attractions and the tram station nearby just makes it even more accessible. The staff here are amazing, their service...
  • Egor
    Serbia Serbia
    It was a great place for a 2-day trip to Istanbul. The location is very convenient. The room was clean. The view is amazing! I would also like to thank the manager Kasım. He was very friendly and helped us book dinner and answered all our...
  • Noor
    Pakistan Pakistan
    Absolutely loved everything from the view of the room to the cleanliness.
  • Afolasade
    Nigeria Nigeria
    The staff are very friendly and helpful. The rooms were comfortable
  • Kunihiko
    Japan Japan
    The staff was friendly and the service was top notch!
  • Heidi
    Australia Australia
    Oh wow what a view! We didn’t want to leave our room. The room was very clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly. A bit of an uphill walk (like most of Istanbul) but only a few streets from Galata Tower surrounded by shops and restaurants....
  • A
    Amer
    Canada Canada
    Very accommodating hosts. We stayed here a week and then had a layover in Istanbul, and we decided to go with the same hotel. Excellent location, walking distance to galata tower and bridge, and countless stores. Right next to a good breakfast...
  • Livia
    Romania Romania
    Very nice hotel with amazing view. The staff was very helpfull and made our stay perfect.

Property questions and answers
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  • Hello Is the superior double room has a view over Sulemanye mosque Is it possible to get a room on the most upper floor from 17 to 20 of January for 2

    Dear guest, The superıor room is available for your dates but it is not possible to promise for the upper floor, it depends on our daily availability...
    Answered on 14 December 2022
  • hi, do you airport pick up and drop off? and how much will it cost us?

    We are providing stress-free transfer service from/to the airports The cost of the transfer is: €45 (one way) and the round trip is €85 for Istanbul ..
    Answered on 10 February 2023
  • do you have luggage storage ? can we leave our bags with you after check out

    Yes, We can keep your luggage. no worries
    Answered on 18 June 2023
  • Which room type has a balcony with sea view of the Bosporus?

    We don't have any type of rooms with a Balcony the view from our rooms is a (Golden horn) view, not Bosphorus.
    Answered on 5 January 2023
  • Hi do you have WiFi

    Hello, yes we do have WİFİ
    Answered on 7 February 2024
  • Hi do u have a lift?

    Hello, Yes we do have a lift.
    Answered on 23 October 2023
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Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Union Hotel Karaköy
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lift
  • Heating
  • Laundry
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs € 5 per day.
  • Street parking
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Wake-up service
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Car hire
  • Laptop safe
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Lift
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Farsi
  • Turkish

House rules
Union Hotel Karaköy takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Union Hotel Karaköy in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 22473

FAQs about Union Hotel Karaköy

  • Room options at Union Hotel Karaköy include:

    • Double
    • Suite
  • The prices at Union Hotel Karaköy may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Union Hotel Karaköy is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Union Hotel Karaköy is 1.1 miles from the centre of Istanbul. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Union Hotel Karaköy offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Bicycle rental