Demiray Hotel Old City

Breakfast, Room, Services, Location,Clean

Amazing staff; Incredible terrace with the best view of İstanbul and the Bosphorus that you have find- part of the very good Eva Bosphorus Restaurant, and the place where we have the breakfast (with diversity and quality). Very decent pool/spa - very useful after strolling all over the city all day 😊 The location (even beside the fact that the street itself is not the most atractive) because is amazingly close to all the major atractions.

The Demiray Hotel is in an excellent location; everything is within walking distance, allowing you to visit all the main attractions in 10 minutes or less. This includes the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and the Bazaar. While Galata is also relatively close, be aware that it can be a bit challenging to reach due to the incline. The pier for boat or yacht tours of the Bosphorus is very nearby as well. As for the hotel itself, it is amazing. We booked a suite with a view, and it was gorgeous! From our bed, we could see Galata and the famous bridge. Both rooms in the suite were very clean, quiet, and spacious. They provided welcome drinks, bottled water, tea, and coffee. The spa is also fantastic; I highly recommend the steam room, which is one of the best I have ever used. If you visit Istanbul during the winter months, you may need to request that the receptionist activate the heating option for the air conditioning in your room. This setting might not be visible by default. In our case, it wasn't visible initially, but once the receptionist turned it on, the heating made the room very warm, reaching temperatures of around 30 degrees Celsius. The staff is incredibly helpful and very polite. They were always ready to assist with anything you need. The food was delicious, and the view from the restaurant was spectacular. Even if you book a room without a view of the Bosphorus, you will still enjoy an amazing view from the restaurant. The hotel is safe, with a police station next door, which enhances the safety of the entire neighborhood (in my honest opinion, this is a significant advantage, especially for foreigners). I would highly recommend this hotel if you want to explore Istanbul without relying on a taxi or Uber. I hope this detailed review helps you with your booking!

This is my second stay at this hotel, and I've been consistently impressed with the exceptional service. During our recent visit, my elderly mother and I arrived in the morning, prior to check-in time, and were kindly provided with our room keys without any delay. We were able to head straight to a delightful breakfast. The hotel's restaurant and bar offer stunning views of the Bosphorus, and the food is truly delicious. The waitstaff are attentive and professional. Our family room was comfortable, with spacious beds that ensured a restful sleep. Despite the sweltering 28C heat outside, the air conditioning in our room worked flawlessly, keeping us cool and relaxed. I'd like to extend special thanks to the wonderful massage therapist at the spa, who provided an unforgettable experience. Additionally, the reception staff were accommodating and courteous throughout our stay. Given the exceptional experience, we would certainly choose to stay at this hotel again if we're ever in Istanbul.

Demiray turned out to be one of the best hotels we have stayed in in any part of the world. Room was good size, comfortable (especially the bed) and all facilities worked well. Staff friendly and helpful. Well insulated so noise never an issue. Outstanding was the buffet breakfast served in terrace resturant with great view over Bosphorus (it's also open for evening meals when the view would also be good but we didn't get a chance to try that). Great location - easy walk to Blue Mosque, Aya Sofia, Basilica Cistern and Topkapi and the ferry wharfs. Hotel arranged airport transfers very effectively - probably could arrange it cheaper yourself but was good to be booked with a reliable company.