GALATA PALACE HOTEL, Istanbul – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
Galata Palace Hotel offers 21 soundproofed rooms with air conditioning, satellite TV, and free WiFi. Choose between Economic Double/Twin Rooms (12-16 m²) or Deluxe Double/Twin Rooms (20-32 m²). All include minibars, safes, sitting areas, and marble bathrooms with hairdryers, bathrobes, and slippers. Some rooms feature terraces with sea views, while others have interior views with less natural light.
Dining Options
The hotel's à la carte Turkish restaurant serves Ottoman and European cuisine in an elegant dining space that seats 60 guests. Breakfast is available daily as an open buffet. Many restaurants and bars are within walking distance of the property.
Location & Transportation
Situated in Istanbul's historical Karakoy district on the European Side, the hotel is 800 meters from Istiklal Street and 2.2 km from the Sultanahmet area. Galata Tower is 500 meters away. The property offers a roundtrip airport shuttle service, with Ataturk Airport 25 minutes by car and Sabiha Gokcen Airport 45 minutes away. A 20-minute ferry provides access to the Asian side of Istanbul.
Hotel Services
Services include 24-hour front desk, room service until midnight, daily maid service, guest laundry, and tour/ticket assistance. Doctor, fax, laundry, and dry cleaning services are available on request. The hotel features a garden, playground, and gift shop. Bicycle rentals are offered for exploring the area.
Nearby Attractions
The hotel is close to Suleymaniye Mosque (1.5 km), Topkapi Palace (2 km), Istanbul Modern (1 km), and Neve Shalom Synagogue (1 km). The Grand Bazaar is 20 minutes on foot, while the Spice Bazaar is 10 minutes away. Public transport links provide access to Istanbul's main historical sites including Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
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Amenities
General
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Currency exchange
- Coffee shop
- Multilingual staff
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Paid valet parking
- 24-hour room service
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Doctor on call
- Package/Parcel services
- Bell staff/Porter
Dining
- Restaurant
- Fine dining
Business
- Business centre
- Business services
Children
- Cots
- Children's play area
Room features
- Air conditioning
- In-room safe
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Turndown service
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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