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Mates Historical Suites

This charming Istanbul hotel offers a peaceful retreat with expert concierge services that connect travelers to the city's rich historical tapestry

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Mates Historical Suites sits in central Istanbul, providing a relaxation haven with its full-service spa. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi while the helpful concierge team creates personalized itineraries to nearby landmarks like Galata Tower and Taksim Square.

Reviews

6.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

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Room options

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, City View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Design Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Family Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
  • City view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Istanbul City Center neighborhood, Mates Historical Suites is connected to a shopping center. Kadıköy Port and Ataköy Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bosphorus and Florya Beach. Istanbul Expo Center and Zorlu Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
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karanlik firin sokak, 3, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34425

What's nearby

  • Bosphorus featuring a monument, a bay or harbor and a bridge
    Bosphorus
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nautica Majuro, Huge cruise ship docked at terminal of Galataport, a mixed use development located along the Bosphorus, in Karakoy neighbourhood, with Galata tower in the far end, Istanbul, Turkey
    Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Galata Tower
    Galata Tower
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • View from Galataport overlooking Bosphorus strait with sailing ferry boat and Topkapi Palace in the far end before sunset, Istanbul, Turkey
    Galataport
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Istanbul_IstiklalAvenue_6067969_04
    Istiklal Avenue
    7 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Tophane Station
    5 min walk
  • Beyoglu Station
    10 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sarıhan İşkembe
    1 min walk
  • Karaköy Çorba Evi
    2 min walk
  • Parsa Coffee Roasters
    1 min walk
  • Kava Coffee
    1 min walk
  • Benden Karaköy
    1 min walk

About this property

Mates Historical Suites

Hotel near Galata Tower
Close to Taksim Square and Topkapi Palace, Mates Historical Suites provides amenities like a full-service spa. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, Select Comfort beds, and free extra futons
  • Hydromassage showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and freezers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free 24-hour offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Things to do

  • Full-service spa

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Full-service spa

  • Spa open daily

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
  • Handrails in hallways (30 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (30 inches high)
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free extra futon
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 12.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 5.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 49 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 6)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 90 (roundtrip), (up to 18 years old)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 5.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 12.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards, and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 6131523817

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

MATES HISTORICAL SUITES Hotel
MATES HISTORICAL SUITES Istanbul
MATES HISTORICAL SUITES Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Mates Historical Suites pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Mates Historical Suites?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Mates Historical Suites?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Mates Historical Suites provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 49 per vehicle applies.

Where is Mates Historical Suites located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal, Galata Tower, and Galataport. Taksim Square and Grand Bazaar are also within 1 mi (2 km). Tophane Station is 5 minutes by foot and Karakoy Station is 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Mates Historical Suites Reviews

6.4

8.0

Cleanliness

7.4

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place. My family and I felt like we were at home. Very comfortable and above all the staff very friendly and always present to resolve any concerns.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

nasri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
the stuff was amazingly helpful! i hurt my foot and they did everything to assure my comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

No one at the hotel turkey is in incline stay away

So first of all i arrived late and there was no one to greet me or open the door so i had to check in another hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mohammad manhal

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhammet Enes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Francesco

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities