Demiray Hotel Old City

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!

The hotel seems relatively new, located on the hillside only a few minutes from the major attractions. Close to Marmaray and the bus station as well. There is a superb restaurant on the top floor with a really great view. Breakfast is good. There is not much of a view from the room, but that doesn't matter much. There is a SPA in the basement, a gym, a pool, a sauna and a Turkish bath. The staff is friendly and helpful.

Staff were friendly and helpful with advice and tips on what's app of tours and various activities. Breakfast and meals on top floor with stunning views of the Old City and main attractions. Rooms were clean. Sauna and hammam facilities were very good. Proximity to Old City and main attractions there. I would stay here again

The hotel is centrally located, at waliking distance from most of the major attractions. The area is lively at day time, but almost desert at night, which for me was a plus as it was very quite (no traffic or any other noise whatsoever, great for sleeping). Staff was kind and helpfull. Room was clean and well equipped. Air conditioning is powerful in case of warm weather. I appreciated the free bottles of water every day, a nice perk which I loved, thank you! The restaurant, where you can have breakfast both indoor or outdoor, is on the roof top, whith great views of the city and the Bosporus, just beautiful. The nice swimming pool, with hydromassage, and the sauna are an additional reason to pick up this hotel.

I had an amazing stay at this hotel! From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel welcome and taken care of. The highlight of my experience was the exceptional service at the spa and restaurant—the team went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. The spa staff were incredibly professional and attentive, making my visit truly relaxing and enjoyable. Their attention to detail and friendly approach created a calming atmosphere that made a big difference. At the restaurant, the service was just as impressive. The staff were warm, knowledgeable, and always ready to accommodate any request. The food was delicious, and the overall dining experience was top-notch. Overall, the hotel exceeded my expectations, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable stay with outstanding hospitality. I’ll definitely be coming back!