Nordstern Hotel Galata

Family-friendly Istanbul hotel in Istanbul City Center with a 24-hour business centre
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Interior entrance
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Terrace/patio
Front of property - evening/night
Superior Double Room with Balcony and Galata Tower view

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec

Explore the area

Map
Arap Camii Mah. Tersane Cad. No: 5, Karaköy Meydani, Beyoglu, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34421
  • Galata Bridge
    2 min walk
  • Halis Bekrizade Efendi
    1 min walk
  • Karakoy Tünel Station
    1 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST)
    47 min drive

Room options

Deluxe Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room with Balcony and Galata Tower view

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 23 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
  • 22 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite with Hammam and Steam Bath(unique in Istanbul)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Memory foam bed
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Istanbul

A family-friendly stay in Istanbul awaits you at Nordstern Hotel Galata. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Galata Bridge and Galata Tower. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, a 24-hour business centre and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Istanbul City Center hotel include Egyptian Bazaar and Galataport.

What's nearby

  • Galata Tower - 6 min walk
  • Grand Bazaar - 20 min walk
  • Topkapi Palace - 3 min drive
  • Hagia Sophia - 5 min drive
  • Taksim Square - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Karakoy Tünel Station - 1 min walk
  • Beyoglu Station - 9 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Karaköy Murat Muhallebicisi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Books & Coffee Karakoy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Karaköy Gümrük - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Halis Bekrizade Efendi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rakofoli Ocakların Başı - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Nordstern Hotel Galata

Family-friendly Istanbul hotel in Istanbul City Center with a 24-hour business centre
There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite 24-hour business centre. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Nordstern Hotel Galata. For a fee, parking is available.

This Istanbul hotel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 6 buildings
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
Nordstern Hotel Galata offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Memory foam beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Russian, Spanish, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (USD 45 per day); reservations required
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 45 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 50 for adults and USD 30 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

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
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (102 centimetre high)
  • Lift (38 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height bed
  • Low-height door lock
  • Low-height view port in door
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (102 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-width doorways (76 centimetre wide)
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 220
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Nordstern Hotel Galata

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 7 children 1 year old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 40 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 50 for adults and from USD 30 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 90 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 45 per day
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 45 per day(3281 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 220 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 40 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 2022-34-0323

We should mention

  • Up to 7 children aged 1 year old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Nordstern Hotel Galata
Nordstern Hotel
Nordstern Galata
Nordstern Hotel Galata Hotel
Nordstern Hotel Galata Istanbul
Nordstern Hotel Galata Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Nordstern Hotel Galata?

Yep, Nordstern Hotel Galata has an uncovered self car park for USD 45 per day.

How much does it cost to stay at Nordstern Hotel Galata?

As of 19 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nordstern Hotel Galata on 22 Dec 2024 start from AU$152.74, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Nordstern Hotel Galata?

The closest beach to Nordstern Hotel Galata is Florya Beach (16.6 km).

What makes Nordstern Hotel Galata a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Nordstern Hotel Galata.

Is Nordstern Hotel Galata family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, as well as highchairs and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Nordstern Hotel Galata is a hit with families.

Does Nordstern Hotel Galata serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet breakfast is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nordstern Hotel Galata?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Nordstern Hotel Galata?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Nordstern Hotel Galata?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Nordstern Hotel Galata Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 245 out of 415 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 415 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 415 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 415 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 415 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lionel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is so well located that you will not be lost. Its so accessible to the most important areas of Istanbul Center. Also, the staff is INCREDIBLE! they are attentive, and have great memory to remmber their guest.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overnight stay
The location and the staff were excellent. However, my upgraded room was on the 4th floor, where they were making major repairs to the flooring making very loud noise all afternoon. Most of the view from my room was blocked by a ghosted skeleton building, which was too ugly to ignore. Hopefully, both of these conditions are temporary and will not affect others.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nedda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommend!
We had a wonderful stay at Nordstern Hotel Galata. The location and views are perfect! Walking distance to all of the main attractions. The rooms were spacious and clean. The staff were friendly and welcoming. We will gladly return to this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter, Mission

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We enjoyed our stay so much , excellent location , nice breakfast , very cooperative staff especially Mr. Hayereddin the receptionist who helped us a lot , I will definitely come back If I visit Istanbul again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, great room, the service from the staff was excellent. My only complaint is that the room was a bit noisy from the street sounds.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Atif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

THANH, ELK GROVE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Old dated facility. AC & wine cooler worked not well. Room interior was down & old.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We will stay here again!
This was a great spot to stay. Easy to navigate the city with the tram so easily accessible. Front desk staff was helpful and accommodating. The street was loud but the windows close and the view was breathtaking. Rooftop access was great for evening photo shoots.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

WALQUIR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tomasu

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointing experience avoid like plague
This room should not be a room. It is a converted shop (ex-spa commercial property) that has a bed added and made into an extra room within the hotel. The hamam was not turned on, reception cannot speak English, there is a stock room in one of then rooms with open wiring, water from taps came out brown, overall uncleaned, unkempt, the shower did not have running hot water (only hot water available from taps). This is not a suite, this is a shop sleeping experience. I felt unsafe - locks were flimsy, and so close to the main street that I thought anyone could come in. This is my second bad experience on this site. Makes me wonder whether QC is properly conducted - utterly disappointed and shambolic experience, would expect better rooms in a village. I have videos of my room if you want to check or contest.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clement

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with very nice staff ready to help and answer any questions. Ahmet and Ramzan are 2 gentlemen who were very supportive, as they other ones.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luboslava

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel, ever, I was, the staff was very friendly They had amazing, big bed and breakfast was so delicious
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
we really enjoyed our stay at this hotel . The location is perfect and the view is amazing .The staff are lovely and very caring.It has a relaxed atmosphere and we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Booked this for a long layover and it was a perfect location. Very central and easy to walk to many areas. The shower drained slowly like a previous review said, and the rooms did have some wear, but we loved the traditional look of the rooms and hotel. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was helpful in every aspect: check-in, tourist information, friendliness, assistance with helpful details, personal attention.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Imtiaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location and views
This is a basic four star hotel with several outstanding features. It used to be a German bank before it was converted to a hotel, and has high ceilings, with chandeliers in certain rooms. The rooms themselves are in need of refurbishment, but are otherwise comfortable. The bed is great! The breakfast in their terrace restaurant is merely adequate, but the place itself is open 24hrs for coffee or just hanging out (byob!). Their piece de resistance, however, is their location, and the view from the terrace and from some rooms! It's truly amazing in all directions. The hotel is literally steps away from the Galata bridge (for walking across to the Sultanahmet area), the ferry terminal to Kadikoy and other places, the Tunel (funicular) to Istiklal street, and the T1 tram to Kabatas (Dolmabahce Palace) and Sultanahmet. This area, Karakoy, is a great nightlife area with cool restaurants and bars. The beautiful Galataport area is a very short walk away. Last but not least, it's the exemplary level of service from all the staff! They are all wonderfully polite and helpful. They can arrange airport transportation and tours, and are very responsive to pre-visit email and WhatsApp queries. If you're looking for a modern hotel and great Turkish breakfast, this is not it. But aside from that, it's fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fadi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apart from needing minor renovations, this hotel is a gem . Location couldn’t be better and the staff was phenomenal. I would certainly return to this hotel !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location
Hotel is in a very nice area and the hotel staff is welcoming. The terrace on the top floor is a great addition and is especially nice in the morning at breakfast time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Boris, Sarasota

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

alaa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramadan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were so kind. A great location to all bars and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023