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Taksim Prelude Hotel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Taksim Square

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Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed | View from room
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Executive lounge

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

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Kuloglu Mah. Sadri Alisik Sk. No: 26, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34435
  • Place, Istiklal Avenue
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Taksim Square
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Galata Tower
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Senior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Fireplace | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Senior Suite, 1 Double Bed, Fireplace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 247 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

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Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Economy Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Sea View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Panoramic Suite, 1 Bedroom, Terrace, Sea View

  • 510 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Located in Taksim within a short walk of Taksim Square, Taksim Prelude Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Galata Tower. The 16 rooms at this hotel include sitting areas, minibars, and electric kettles.

What's nearby

  • Istiklal Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Taksim Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Galataport - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Galata Tower - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Dolmabahçe Palace - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Taksim Station - 8 min walk
  • Beyoglu Station - 14 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪NEVET - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Corinne Hotel & Brasserie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪49 Çukurcuma - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gramaj Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Well Breakfast & Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Taksim Prelude Hotel

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Taksim Square
A local mainstay since 1895, Taksim Prelude Hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a library, and express check-in. If you drive, self parking is EUR 15 per night, or you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 60 per vehicle one-way. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include express check-out, free newspapers, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, minibars, and electric kettles.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 15 per night); discounts available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 60 m
  • Free shopping center shuttle
  • Self parking on site (EUR 15 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 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 crib
  • 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

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
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • 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 crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1610

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Taksim Prelude Hotel?

Taksim Prelude Hotel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Taksim Prelude Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Taksim within a short 11-minute walk of Taksim Square and also 17 minutes on foot from Galata Tower. You'll also find Istiklal Avenue and Galataport less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Taksim Prelude Hotel?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 15 per night.

Does Taksim Prelude Hotel have a casino?

No, Taksim Prelude Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Taksim Prelude Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Taksim Prelude Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including a minibar and premium bedding in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Does Taksim Prelude Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Taksim Prelude Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Taksim Prelude Hotel offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Taksim Prelude Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Taksim Prelude Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at Taksim Prelude Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How far is the airport from Taksim Prelude Hotel?

The closest major airport to Taksim Prelude Hotel is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), which is 26.3 mi away (67 minutes by car). Another top airport is Istanbul Airport (IST), which is located 24.3 mi away (34-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Taksim Prelude Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a furnished balcony or a terrace where guests can enjoy sea views.

Taksim Prelude Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 70 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 200 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

icen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Asif

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

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

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

10/10 Excellent

grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ümmühan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Virginia

Traveled with family
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

4/10 Poor

Givi, Tbilisi

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

Mark

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

6/10 Okay

Tamourtebir

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Omeed

Traveled with group
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

6/10 Okay

Muhammad

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mayur

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy, Colorado Springs

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

8/10 Good

Kalifa

2/10 Terrible

Faisal Amur Said

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
-Nothing was good about it. - The staff were rude.. except one - no cleaning services - Bed was very dirty and make noise all the time.. we asked for Solving the problem but they didn't do anything. - The area is very noisy until 4 o'clock in the mornings.. the windows of course are not soundproof - The area is very crowded and the driving option is unlikely - the staff are limited and most of the hospitality services are not provided - It is not preferable place for families - I don't recommend this place at all for anyone - مكان سيء للغايه ولا يعكس التعليقات التي قرئتها عنه سابقا - لا يوجد اي معايير للناظفه ابدا - طاقم غير متعاون ولا يقدم خدمات الاساسيه للعملاء - الاسره قذره والملايات ممزقه وعلاوه على ذلك السرير قديم ويصدر اصوات وعند طلب حل المشكله لا يقوم القائمون على الفندق بأي مبادره - المكان مزعج ويوجد مراقص قربه والازعاج وصوت الاغاني الى الفجر مع العلم لا يوجد نوافذ عازله للصوت في المجمل المنطقه مكتضه وخيار قياده السياره صعب جدا - لا يصلح ابدا للعوائل ولا انصح به لاي احد اذا اراد الراحه - خدمه الواي فاي سيئه للغايه ولا تغطي جميع الغرف
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Hesham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Lejla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Feras the front office manager who was trying his best to provide all helps related to our stay or in general . Good hotel, will decorated, even if the area is not that perfect but so close to Istiklal well known street . Thanks a lot .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Aykut

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not good morning l have shower l yousd there towal 1/2hour my ais infecting and l whent to hospital.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is GREAT. But, what can i tell about this hotel, bathroom hot water is like on off 2 sec cold water 4 sec hot water. It is like ice cream on a fondant. No ice in the hotel if you need to drink. No breakfast. This hotel equal location thats it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

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