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Reviews of Galata Life Istanbul

Sahkulu Mah. Galipdede Cad. No:75 Galata Karakoy, Beyoglu, 34421 Istanbul, Turkey

#39 of 114 B&Bs and Inns in Istanbul

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 67 hotel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    8.1

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    8.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    8.0
    The best possible accommodation at price and place.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It needs a little detail cleaning, i.e., few things need more attention for cleaning.

    It’s in a very nice place and close to everything. Also, the people are very nice and good.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    7.0
    I had a good stay. The staff was friendly and helpfull. Location was great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Coffee and/or tea facilities in the room would have been nice.

    The hotel was close to the Galata Tower and Istiklal area. Also metro station was nearby.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There were no hot water in my room during my stay, the stuff couldn't help me.

    The hotel is located near Galata Tower. Nearby you can find a lot of restaurants, cafes, shops. This hotel.is located inside of a jewellery shop, there is no sign outside. It took me a lot of time to find the hotel.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 December 2023

    7.0
    Great location in the middle of tourist part of Istanbul. Clean, but a bit noisy.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    It's really noisy, facing one of the busy streets in Taksim, and the windows aren't soundproof. The front door is closed during the night, because the entrance is in the back of a souvenir store. I needed to knock and wait for the manager to open the front door to get out for my early morning runs.

    Great value for money, and prime location right in the middle of Taksim! 10 min to metro, and to the ferry. Walking distance (long-ish) to Fatih (Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque). Comfy beds, big room.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2023

    7.0
    Good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was too noisy, there was a boiler, not inside the room but probably near by and it was running H24 and during the night was really annoying, without ear caps I wouldn't be able to sleep

    Great location, literally 5 minutes far from Galata tower. Staff kind and helpful

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    I thought it would be nice to have a daily room clean but I stayed only for 3 nights so it wasn't a big problem anyway, and considering what I paid for, the service and room were good enough :)

    Very safe and convenient location nearby Istiklal street and Galata Tower, many options for food and shopping. The owner was very friendly and has great hospitality, tried to help me with anything when I asked. He called a taxi for me to the airport which is much cheaper than you call a cab by yourself. You can enjoy some very tasty Turkish tea at the reception. The ground floor is a jewellery shop so you can enjoy shopping as well.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Excellent Location

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 September 2023

    9.0
    Great entrance for my solo journey in Turky
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I was happier if bigger trash box is set.

    Staffs are friendly and kind. Close to the street including restaurants and shops. Wifi works well.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    8.0
    It was nice in general.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The only thing that I didn't like was the entrance. It was from the accessories shop.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2023

    9.0
    Great place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Streets with beggars and pick pockets but its normal because this is a tourist place. Happens anywhere in the world.

    Amazing staff. They help you literally with everything. Reception is non stop and they work hard,long hours, to keep this excellent hosting score. Rooms have everything you need and the main street its quiet after 8pm. Location is great but watch out your belongings as phone got stolen near the hotel. Full of pick pockets but otherwise you'll enjoy the stay in a very central place. Note - booking. Com actually hide reviews that are negative to continue cashing in their commission. Don't believe all positive reviews on this website because negative expensive are hidden on purpose. Look for "hidden review because not following our guidelines". I got my negative reviews hidden twice and no follow up and explanation from booking. Com. Fraude like fu**.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 7 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was not comfortable

    Staff are really friendly, especially the receptionist guy

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely fair price for such location and size of apartment. Clean, warm (it's important at autumn in Istanbul) and cheap, easy choice

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2022

    9.0
    great choice ... will be back for sure
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    the location is great, the stuff very helpful

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2022

    9.0
    Good
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Comfort

    I think the hotel managers should care about Wifi. In my room it often disappeared

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 7 August 2022

    9.0
    Highly recommended
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There's no elevator but it's no big deal, the staff helped me with my luggage without even asking for it.

    Highly recommended, hugeeeee room, great location and nice staff! Worth every penny, I would definitely stay at Galata life again.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 1 August 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleaning was not performed during my stay of 2 nights and the bathroom had old shampoo and body gel recipients, indicating that it was not cleaned even before my check-in, and I've made check in around midnight.

    Very good location, next to the Galata Tower and a few minutes walking to subway and TRAM stations and Istiklal Caddesi.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 31 May 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    The excellent location and the good, silent room. Absolutely is good the price/quality.

    Stayed in May 2022

  • Reviewed: 13 April 2022

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had to call the hotel to wake the staff up so I can access to it at 8:30 am. The hotel's door was literally closed.

    Good value for money The location is good

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2021

    7.0
    Amazing days
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 15 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    need more service like mini bar and safe box & kattell , more amenities but service versus prices good

    everything was good and staff very friendly the owner so friendly & location wonderful & service good 😊 this not first time accommodated at Galata life but this stay really different was very good

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    10
    20 stars for every thing 😊🙏🏻
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to say every thing has very good

    Great area 5 minutes from the Galata Tower spectacular room whit great view very clean and friendly it has more that I expect for value very cleans and great welcoming i will for sure come back to this Hotel thank you very much for helping me with my transfer

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was noisy at night. They were playing Music right next to my door

    It is in the center

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had a wonderful stay at this hotel near Galata Tower! The personal touch from the staff made all the difference in the world. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with warmth and genuine hospitality. The location couldn't have been better – just a stone's throw away from the iconic Galata Tower, which made exploring Istanbul a breeze. The rooms were clean and comfortable, and the overall atmosphere was cozy and inviting. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a memorable stay in the heart of Istanbul.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 October 2023

    6.0
    Friendly service
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No room service.

    Very friendly staff . Very good location.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Economy Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location, respectful host

    Stayed in September 2023

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