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About the Hotel

Taya Hatun Caddesi 42/A-B, Istanbul, Turkey, 34112

Gulhane Garden Hotel offers 2-star accommodations in Cankurtaran, featuring a garden, shared lounge, and a restaurant specializing in Turkish and pizza cuisine. The hotel holds an 8.0/10 rating on Booking.com and provides free WiFi throughout the property.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Gulhane Garden Hotel include private bathrooms equipped with a bath or shower. Some units feature balconies with sea or city views, while all rooms have air conditioning, soundproofing, and flat-screen TVs.

Dining & Nearby Options

The restaurant at the accommodation serves Turkish and pizza cuisine, with nearby dining options such as Gulhane Fish Restaurant and Neyzade Restaurant both within 0.3 miles. Guests can explore various eateries within walking distance.

Local Attractions

Gulhane Garden Hotel provides practical information about the local area through its 24-hour front desk. The hotel is 1968.5 ft from Hagia Sophia and 1312.3 ft from Topkapi Palace, with landmarks like the Basilica Cistern and the Istanbul Archaeology Museums also within 1640.4 ft.

Transportation & Accessibility

Transportation options include Sirkeci Train Station just a 3-minute walk away, as well as bus services with multiple stops within 10 minutes on foot. The nearest airport is 8.5 miles from Gulhane Garden Hotel.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Double Room

Max:

2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Sea view

Shower

Balcony

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Deluxe Double Room Balcony Sea View

Max:

2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Sea view

Shower

Balcony

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Deluxe Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

270 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

City view

Shower

Balcony

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Istanbul3000 ft

Airports

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 27.4 mi

Istanbul (IST) 28.6 mi

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station2700 ft

Underground

Halic5000 ft

Sishane Metro Station-Istiklal Street Exit 1.1 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

EUR 10 per day

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Barber shop
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Darts

Guest Parking

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Night club
Entertainment
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Solarium
Turkish bath
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Hot spring bath
Public Bath

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Shared kitchen
Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Taya Hatun Caddesi 42/A-B, Istanbul, Turkey, 34112

Map view

Taya Hatun Caddesi 42/A-B, Istanbul, Turkey, 34112

City landmarks

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

1.2 mi

Bridge

Galata Bridge

4100 ft

Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet

TGC Press Media Museum

3900 ft

Gallery

Dolmabahce Palace

2.0 mi

Binbirdirek

Walled Obelisk

3900 ft

Mosque

Rustem Pasha Mosque

4100 ft

Divan Yolu Caddesi

Column of Constantine

3900 ft

Gallery

Istanbul Museum of Modern Art

1.6 mi

Mosque

Little Hagia Sophia

2.4 mi

Square

Beyazit Tower

1.3 mi

Museum

Museum of Innocence

1.6 mi

Square

Beyazit Square

1.3 mi

Torun Sok.

Mosaic Museum

2.1 mi

Synagogue

Neve Shalom Synagogue

1.6 mi

Mosque

Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque

2.4 mi

Nearby

Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum

2000 ft

Mosque

Blue Mosque

2000 ft

Alemdar Mahallesi

Basilica Cistern

2000 ft

Square

Sultanahmet District

2000 ft

Museum

Topkapi Palace

2000 ft

Cankurtaran Mh.

Topkapi Palace harem

2000 ft

Museum

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

2000 ft

Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

2000 ft

Historic Areas of Istanbul

2000 ft

Monument

Serpent Column

2000 ft

Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No: 24 Eminonu

Cagaloglu Hamami

2000 ft

Museum

Hagia Irene

2000 ft

Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Gulhane Park

2000 ft

Museum

Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam

2000 ft

Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5

Caferaga Madrasa

1800 ft

Restaurants

Can Restaurant & Cafe

500 ft

Nobethane Cad. Dervisler Sk. No: 22/1 Sirkeci

Sirin Kofte

1100 ft

Muradiye Cad. Vezir Cikmazi Sok. No:5 Fatih Sirkeci

The Coff’s Sirkeci

900 ft

Hudavendigar Caddesi No:36

Sehzade Cag Kebap

1400 ft

Hocapasa Sokak No: 6 Sirkeci

Ikram Doner Kebap

900 ft

Muradiye Caddesi No:14 Ayazaga

Hoca Pasa Pidecisi

1200 ft

Hoca Pasa sk 19

Namli Rumeli Meatball Restaurant

1100 ft

Hoca Pasa Mah. Hoca Pasa Sok. No:9 Eminonu/Cagaloglu

Sanli Durum

1300 ft

Hocapasa Mahallesi

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

64%

loved their spa retreat and can’t wait to return.

6.4/10

Nice

Rooms

5.8

Location

8.4

Service

6.0

Dining

5.6

Nathaniel

United Kingdom, February 2025

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at Gulhane Garden Hotel. The location was fantastic, making it easy to explore Istanbul's top tourist spots on foot. However, the service wasn't great, and I encountered several issues with my room that detracted from my stay.

Rooms

6.0

The Deluxe Double Room was quite small, and while it wasn't dirty, it could have felt cleaner and fresher. Additionally, the bathroom could use some updates.

Service

5.0

The staff were helpful, which I appreciated, but there were a few instances where the service disappointed me, like the unfriendliness from the night reception staff. I also had trouble with the payment process, which was quite stressful.

Location

9.0

The hotel’s location is perfect and just a short walking distance to many popular tourist spots, making it easy to explore the city without worrying about steep hills.

Dining

6.0

I didn’t get to experience much of the dining options, but I did enjoy the pan-roasted beef tenderloin. However, the lack of replenishment for tea and coffee during my stay was disappointing.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel did offer various facilities like room service and shuttle service, which were convenient, but the overall upkeep of the room and bathroom left a lot to be desired.

Hudson

United Kingdom, February 2025

7.4/10

I had a mixed experience at Gulhane Garden Hotel. The location was perfect, just a short walk from all the tourist attractions, and I found the staff quite helpful, especially Yusuf. However, the cleanliness of my room left a lot to be desired, and there were some issues with facilities that detracted from my stay. Overall, I would recommend it for the location and service, but improvements in room maintenance are needed. 🌆😊

Rooms

6.0

The room was tiny and could have been cleaner. The mattress was quite hard, which made sleeping uncomfortable.

Service

7.0

The staff, especially Yusuf, were very helpful during my stay, but I did experience some delays in receiving basic amenities like tea and coffee.

Location

9.0

The hotel is ideally located in the city center, near all the popular tourist spots and close to the tram.

Dining

7.0

I didn’t have a chance to enjoy dining options much, but the pasta I tried was delicious.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were adequate but could use improvement, especially regarding cleanliness and maintenance.

Sebastian

United Kingdom, November 2024

5.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the Gulhane Garden Hotel. The location was perfect for exploring the city, with easy access to popular tourist spots. However, the room left much to be desired, particularly in terms of cleanliness and basic amenities.

Rooms

5.0

The Deluxe Double Room was tiny and could have felt fresher. The bathroom had some issues with cleanliness, like mold, which was concerning.

Service

6.0

The staff was generally friendly and helpful, especially Yusuf, who assisted me throughout my stay, though I did encounter some unfriendly service at the night reception.

Location

8.0

The hotel is ideally located in the city center, making it easy to walk to various tourist attractions. Flat roads made exploring hassle-free.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited, and I was disappointed that tea and coffee were not replenished without asking numerous times.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel offered basic facilities. however, I experienced issues with room cleanliness and had to purchase my own water bottles.

Rosie

United Kingdom, November 2024

7.4/10

My stay at Gulhane Garden Hotel was a mix of highs and lows. The location was perfect, just a short walk to major attractions, but my room left something to be desired. The staff at times were accommodating, especially Yusuf. yet I encountered some issues that could not be overlooked.

Rooms

6.0

The room was quite tiny and, while not dirty, it could have felt fresher. I had some concerns with functionality, especially with the mattress being too hard for comfortable sleep.

Service

6.0

Overall, the staff was helpful, particularly during moments of stress. Still, I found some interactions unfriendly, which put a damper on my experience.

Location

8.5

The location truly is a highlight. I loved that it was close to the tram and within walking distance of all popular tourist spots.

Dining

5.0

Dining options could improve. I had to ask multiple times for basic refills of tea and coffee, which felt frustrating.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities provided were decent but basic. I missed some conveniences like consistent room service and more attentive housekeeping.

Steven

United Kingdom, October 2024

5.6/10

I enjoyed my stay at Gulhane Garden Hotel. the location was perfect for exploring Istanbul's popular spots. However, the room could have been cleaner, and I faced some issues with the service. Overall, it had its ups and downs.

Rooms

6.0

The Deluxe Double Room was a bit cramped and could have felt fresher. Though it wasn't dirty, it lacked that pristine feel I expected.

Service

6.0

Most of the staff were friendly and helpful. yet, there was one night employee who was rather unfriendly, which dampened my experience a bit.

Location

8.0

I loved the location being in the city center. close to many touristic spots and the tram made it convenient for sightseeing.

Dining

5.0

Dining options were limited, with mainly light salads. and I missed having more variety during my stay.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities like room service and laundry were available, but I found the overall upkeep lacking. which detracted from a more enjoyable experience.

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Gulhane Garden Hotel, Istanbul

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining & Nearby Options

Local Attractions

Transportation & Accessibility

Choose your room type

Price and Room Availability

Getting around

Facilities

General

Sports & Fitness

Guest Parking

Services

Dining

Business

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Self-catering

Media

Location

Reviews and Ratings