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Taksim Prelude Hotel

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A breakfast table with eggs, bread, cheese, and a view of a cityscape at sunset.
A hallway with a black and white tiled floor, a fireplace with a fire, and a decorative wall piece.
A corner building with ornate architectural details, two doors with decorative glass panels, and a sign indicating a hotel.
A hotel room with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a view of the outside.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden cabinet.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Kuloglu Mah. Sadri Alisik Sk. No: 26, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34435
  • Place, Istiklal Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Taksim Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pera Palace Hotel
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Senior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Fireplace

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, and a door in the background.

Senior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, each with patterned bedding and a white towel on the bed. There is a nightstand with a lamp and a telephone on one side.

Superior Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a chair with a towel, and a telephone on the nightstand.

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Panoramic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Sea View

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden cabinet.

Panoramic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Double city view king bed

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Double economy

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Taksim Prelude Hotel

Along with self parking, this smoke-free hotel has concierge services and dry cleaning. Free WiFi in public areas and a free shopping center shuttle are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a library are onsite.
Taksim Prelude Hotel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

During your stay at Taksim Prelude Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Istiklal Avenue. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and a free shopping center shuttle, plus breakfast (surcharge).
  • Free WiFi
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self parking available for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • 6 minutes by foot from Taksim Square and a 3-minute drive from Dolmabahçe Palace
  • Free shopping center shuttle service
As a guest of Taksim Prelude Hotel, you'll find a library, a terrace, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. An area shuttle within 60 meters and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) are available for a fee. Taksim Prelude Hotel also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Istanbul hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy continental breakfast daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per night); discounts available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 60 metres
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Parking on site (EUR 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1895
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Taksim Prelude Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 25 for adults and EUR 25 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 60 (one-way), (up to 6 years old)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 15 per night
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per night (328 ft away)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Taksim Prelude Hotel offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1610
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Karakol
Karakol Hotel
Stories Hotel
Taksim Prelude Hotel Hotel
Stories Hotel Karakol Istanbul
Stories Karakol
Stories Karakol Istanbul
Stories Apart Karakol Hotel Istanbul
Taksim Prelude Hotel Istanbul
Taksim Prelude Hotel Hotel Istanbul

Taksim Prelude Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 208 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Ruud

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outdated an dirty. I had the panoramic room on the top floor. I hope they're planning on completely renovating it soon. Regardless, shower was warm and the staff was friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Cindy

It’s near the taksim square so many things to do around and not bad for the price. Overall ok stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, good service

Great location, close to everything we needed. Staff were always available and very helpful. We had to ask a couple of times for a kettle and a hairdryer, but eventually we got them and everything else was provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mayur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great central location for a short trip. Super helpful staff and clean and tidy rooms. Recommended
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Helpful front desk service!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

ghada

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Very small rooms, old and not well maintained and very noisy but has a perfect location and helpful staff at least one of them.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best service, best location 10/10

The hotel was up to my expectation in terms of the location, comfort , safety and being taken care of by the amazing customer service staff Mr. Valat and Mr shafaq are the best. They go above and beyound to assisst the customers.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall very well. Very nice staff. A little noisy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for the price. Toilet was stained on the outside. Lamp was flickering.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

André

Disliked: Cleanliness
Room service was not cleaning up the rooms and needed to be reminded again and again. Otherwise okay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Omeed

Disliked: Staff & service

Not friendly staff

We checked out and my friend asked if she could use the bathroom and they said since you checked out you cannot. Using bathroom was right after checkout was over.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Givi

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty room and towels they did not clean my room for 2 days
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Shamim

Disliked: Cleanliness
The location of the hotel was truly excellent. It was very close to everything — restaurants, boutiques, the metro and bus stations — which made getting around super easy. Unfortunately, our experience inside the hotel was not as positive. There was a constant smell of cigarette smoke throughout the hotel, even inside our room. We mentioned this to the reception, but nothing changed — in fact, we even saw hotel staff smoking in the lobby several times. The bathroom was not clean at all and definitely didn’t meet our expectations for hygiene. Also, the walls were very thin and not soundproof. Even though we’re not sensitive to noise, we were constantly woken up at night when guests in the neighboring rooms came back late, talked, or closed their doors loudly. Overall, the location was great, but unfortunately, the service and conditions inside the hotel didn’t live up to what we were hoping for.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Murat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es sind viele Sehenswürdägkeiten des historischen Istanbuls sehr gut zu Fuß oder mit Bus und Bahn zu erreichen. Essen und Trinken ist in allen Variationen in der naqhen Umgebung vorhanden.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ece

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Oda temizdi, çalışan personel nazik ve yardımcı idi. Lokasyon olarak istiklal caddesine çok yakındı bu hem avantaj hem de gürültü açısından biraz dezavantaj. Yine de tek kadın olarak güvenle konakladım.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Rüstem ismail

Liked: Cleanliness
Fena degildi temiz di tv calışmıyordu sadece o kadar
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Nastos

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nie wieder… mit Abstand das schlechteste Hotel

İch habe die panorama suite gebucht.. es war ein alptraum! Das Zimmer hatte einen offenen zugang zu einem anderen raum mit zwei betten wo auf den betten dreckige Kleidung lag… Das Bett, daß als Queen Bett bezeichnet wurde war ein altes Bett daß bei der kleinsten Bewegung gequietscht hat und die Matratze vielleicht aus dem Müll geholt wurde. Der Boden war dreckig. Vier Übernachtungen, es wurde nicht einmal gereinigt oder ein Wasser im Zimmer gebracht.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness
Bien
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BRENO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Uma ótima opção de custo-benefício

O hotel nos atendeu perfeitamente bem, principalmente em termos de localização, ficando próximo da Praça Taksim e numa região central de Beyoglu, ficando fácil de caminhar para bares e restaurantes na região, assim como outros bairros como Galata e Karakoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Temiz DeÄŸil

İçerisi çok eski ve her şey dökülüyordu. Otelin karşısında bir bar vardı ve çok gürültülüydü. İçerisi çok temiz değildi. Giriş esnasında klimanın nasıl çalışacağı ve wifi şifresi iletilmiyor. Telefon dan tahmini olarak 0 a basıp resepsiyonu şans eseri arayıp wifi şifresi sordum. Klimayı zar zor kendimiz çalıştırdık. İçerisinde kahve makinesi var ama kahve kapsülü yok. Anlayacağınız beyoğlu nda kalacaksınız kalacağınız yer burası olmamalı derim.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

yusuf

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Buz gibi

Aşırı soğuktu. Ama öyle normal değil. Montla yattım. İstediğimiz bi yatak ve sıcak oda yaa
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ahmet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Otopark biraz sıkıntılı

İstiklal caddesine yakın, konumu mükemmel. Temizlik ve konfor yeterli. Ancak otopark var olarak gösterilmemeliydi, dışarıdaki ücretli otopark oda fiyatına yakın tutuyor.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Virginia

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Buen Hotel pero le falta mantenimiento

El Hotel esta bien ubicado, tiene todo lo necesario, la gente muy amable, pero pienso que lo han descuidado de mantenimiento y necesitan mejorar el tema de la limpieza.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALVARO FRANCISCO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un lugar ideal por el precio

Buen lugar, el callejon tiene mucha actvidad durante el dia y la noche, muy cerca de la calle mas turistica, varias opciones de comida accesibles caminando
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024