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UNION HOTEL KARAKOY

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a quick walk to Galata Bridge

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ANNEX JUNIOR SUITE - SEA VIEW
Superior Double Room
32-inch Smart TV with cable channels, TV, printers
Lobby
Front of property
VIP Access

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 22 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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ANNEX JUNIOR SUITE - SEA VIEW

ANNEX JUNIOR SUITE - SEA VIEW

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, free minibar items, in-room safe, soundproofing

ANNEX JUNIOR SUITE

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Minibar (some free items)
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
Tersane Cd. 70, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34421

What's nearby

  • Taksim Square - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Sultanahmet Square - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Blue Mosque - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Karakoy Tünel Station - 4 min walk
  • Beyoglu Station - 9 min walk
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dem Meyhane - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kuytu Balık - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mahkeme Lokantası - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Balıkçı Kemal'in Yeri - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Roots Studio & Cafe - ‬2 min walk

About this property

UNION HOTEL KARAKOY

Hotel near Galata Bridge
Located close to Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace, UNION HOTEL KARAKOY provides a free food/drink shopping service and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out and multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage, a porter/bellboy and a lift
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at UNION HOTEL KARAKOY boast comforts, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and printers. Guests reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Farsi, Turkish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (EUR 10 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 10 per night(33 ft away; open 24 hours)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 22473

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

UNION HOTEL KARAKOY Hotel
UNION HOTEL KARAKOY Istanbul
UNION HOTEL KARAKOY Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is UNION HOTEL KARAKOY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at UNION HOTEL KARAKOY?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at UNION HOTEL KARAKOY?

Checkout is at noon.

Does UNION HOTEL KARAKOY provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is UNION HOTEL KARAKOY located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Galata Bridge and Grand Bazaar. Taksim Square and Sultanahmet Square are also within 2 mi (3 km). Karakoy Tünel Station is only a 4-minute walk and Karakoy Station is 5 minutes.

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UNION HOTEL KARAKOY Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Beautiful scenery, kind staff, walking distance to places of interests
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

beautiful view, helpful staff, thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Super friendly staffs, clean building. Free welcome drinks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Nice staff and good location to explore Istanbul
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

Amazing staff - incredible views. Great value overall. Walkable to everything- loved our stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. The staff were incredibly welcoming and went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable, even accommodating my early arrival without any hassle. The service was prompt and professional throughout my stay. On top of that, the price was very affordable for the level of comfort and hospitality offered. Highly recommended – I’ll definitely be returning!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

Reception team were very friendly and helpful. Rooms were modern and clean. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10

Staff is wonderful and helpful.the Simon was fresh and soft
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great location and staff goes above and beyond to ensure your comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10

It offers great view of the old town, and is in a convenient location. The immediate surrounding area is a bit industrial with a lot of construction related shops. However, many cafes and interesting spots are also with 5 min of walking distance and many main attractions are within 15 min. of walking.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great vibe. Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Our stay at the Union Hotel was comfortable and convenient. Kasim (night staff) and Anna (day staff) were friendly and helpful. Anna even gave us free magnets as a farewell gift. Convenient Location & Amenities The hotel's central location made exploring easy, with trams and bus stops nearby. We appreciated the free water, simple breakfast (coffee/tea and Turkish bagel), slippers, and iron/ironing board (provided upon request). The water pressure in the shower was also good. Minor Issues We had an issue with the shower drainage, but it was fixed promptly. We also noticed the bathroom doorknob was loose and would fall off, but it didn't bother us enough to mention it. Solid Choice Overall, the Union Hotel is a solid choice for a convenient and comfortable stay. While not perfect, the staff were friendly, and the amenities were sufficient for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

I would highly recommend this hotel , the staff is friendly and very helpful, the hotel is near the major touristic areas , thank you !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

The room has amazing view of the sea and landmark of Istanbul. The room is spacious and clean. Staffs are friendly and helpful. The hotel is easy access and walkable distance to major attractions. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10

Great place, front is excellent!! Would stay again! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Amazing Hotel. Very prime location, affordable prices and the best part is amazing staff. I highly recommend this place. Staff will greet you with best Lemonade you can have in Istanbul. Would like to stay here if I visit Istanbul anytime in Future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Very nice staff and very nice view. A bit noise since it os in front of a major road
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Very friendly staf. Very clean room. Location is near public transport. We had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Public transportation system is very convenient and view from room is excellant, and easy to go Taksim square. It is very good location to acess famous area. Also staffs are very kind and helpful to guest.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Very friendly and helpful staff. They kept our bags for a couple of days while we travelled other areas of Turkey. As a recommendatio try to get rooms that are not in the first floor since the water pipes smell.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10

clean room, good location, kind people ~!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

6/10

5 stars for staff, service and view from Bedroom. Can’t fault. Location - if you are in Turkey looking for tools, hardware or fixtures and fittings for bathrooms great place. If not, expect to be welcomed by this when you step out of hotel. Overall, location to get about is super convenient and as mentioned worth paying just for the view.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Such an amazing stay at this hotel Staff are incredibly Freindly always happy to help and will give a map and many recommendations on how to get to places and dining options. I loved my stay and will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

Great hotel in an ideal location to see the main sites of Istanbul while staying close to many restaurants. Excellent staff who upgraded us to a 6th floor room with an amazing view after we were let down by our transfer.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

The staff is very professional and friendly. The rooms are really clean and the area is very walkable and close to points of interest
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023