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UNION HOTEL KARAKOY

Seamless service awaits travelers in Karaköy with multilingual staff and convenient roundtrip airport transfers making every stay effortless

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Located in the heart of Karaköy, UNION HOTEL KARAKOY combines comfort with convenience. Travelers appreciate the attentive multilingual staff, complimentary in-room WiFi, and practical dry cleaning/laundry services that help create a stress-free stay experience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AED 309
AED 346 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun

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Room options

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Standard Double Room | Free minibar items, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room | Free minibar items, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

ANNEX JUNIOR SUITE

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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ANNEX JUNIOR SUITE-PARTIAL VIEW | Free minibar items, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

ANNEX JUNIOR SUITE-PARTIAL VIEW

  • Partial sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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ANNEX JUNIOR SUITE - SEA VIEW | Free minibar items, in-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

ANNEX JUNIOR SUITE - SEA VIEW

  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in Istanbul City Center, a neighborhood in Istanbul, UNION HOTEL KARAKOY is in the entertainment district and near a boardwalk/promenade. Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Galata Bridge and Taksim Square. Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet Square are two other places to visit that come recommended. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
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Tersane Cd. 70, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34421

What's nearby

  • Golden Horn in Istanbul
    Golden Horn
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bosphorus
    Bosphorus
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Galata Bridge
    Galata Bridge
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Galata Tower
    Galata Tower
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Istanbul_IstiklalAvenue_6067969_04
    Istiklal Avenue
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Karakoy Tünel Station
    4 min walk
  • Beyoglu Station
    9 min walk
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW)
    63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dem Meyhane
    3 min walk
  • Golden City Hotel
    2 min walk
  • Yakamoz Balık Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • Tiryaki Döner
    1 min walk
  • Kuytu Balık
    2 min walk

About this property

UNION HOTEL KARAKOY

  • Hotel near Galata Bridge
  • Located close to Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace, UNION HOTEL KARAKOY provides a free grocery shopping service and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and multilingual staff
    • Luggage storage, a porter/bellhop, and an elevator
    • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and a TV in the lobby
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at UNION HOTEL KARAKOY boast perks such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and printers. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 32-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
    • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (EUR 10 per night)
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Printer
  • 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
Express 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
Guests will receive an email within 5 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 10 per night(33 ft away; open 24 hours)

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 22473

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is UNION HOTEL KARAKOY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at UNION HOTEL KARAKOY?

As of 14 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at UNION HOTEL KARAKOY on 17 June 2026 start from AED 309, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at UNION HOTEL KARAKOY?

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

What time is check-out at UNION HOTEL KARAKOY?

Check-out is at noon.

Does UNION HOTEL KARAKOY provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is UNION HOTEL KARAKOY located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Galata Bridge and Grand Bazaar. Taksim Square and Sultanahmet Square are also within 2 mi (3 km). Karakoy Tünel Station is only a 4-minute walk and Karakoy Station is 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

UNION HOTEL KARAKOY Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 175 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

ROSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent ! Highly recommend it. We loved the city view in front of Bósforo. Room was comfortable. The staff is amazing, day and night. Always providing helpful tips, great recommendations and making reservations for you. Location could not be better 5 minutes to Galata tower hill and across from old Istanbul. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ziad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hospitality and service, affordable and good location close to Galata
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Byeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good proximity to old town and sea side whete can find good restaurants. Very celan and all staff were very kind and suppotive. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good views of the Bosphorus from the top floors of the hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Arielle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful view, helpful staff, thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and good location to explore Istanbul
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Faicel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very good hotel! Clean rooms and a beautiful view to watch the Bosphorus. Staff are welcoming, kind, and always ready to help. Highly recommend for anyone visiting!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ersin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views were great and the room very clean and spacious. Would definitely stay again. Location is close to the Galata area
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Amenities
awesome and friendly staff, room was clean, and location was extremely convenient!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

MAZLUM

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Clean Nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jaehyun

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Maher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended: clean rooms, friendly and helpful staff, great location
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staffs, clean building. Free welcome drinks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and staff goes above and beyond to ensure your comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff - incredible views. Great value overall. Walkable to everything- loved our stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reception team were very friendly and helpful. Rooms were modern and clean. Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Farouk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would highly recommend this hotel , the staff is friendly and very helpful, the hotel is near the major touristic areas , thank you !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

MARIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There are many public transport stations near this hotel. So , It was easy for us to enjoy sight seeing. And its viewing from the window is the best.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Centrally located hotel

Hotel was as advertised. The service was top quality. All the people working at the hotel were extremely helpful and wonderful.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Gene Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Great location. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

JONG SEONG

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
clean room, good location, kind people ~!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great vibe. Friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Humera

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful experience at this hotel. The staff were incredibly welcoming and went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable, even accommodating my early arrival without any hassle. The service was prompt and professional throughout my stay. On top of that, the price was very affordable for the level of comfort and hospitality offered. Highly recommended – I’ll definitely be returning!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Professional
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025