Balin Hotel - Special Category
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Balin Hotel - Special Category
Positioned a mere 1.6 km from the Galata Bridge and an 18-minute stroll from the Serpent Column, the elegant Balin Hotel - Special Category Istanbul presents an archaeological museum. Located not far from the Corlulu Alipasa Madresesi, the 3-star boutique hotel boasts Turkish cuisine served at the onsite pizza restaurant.
Nestled in the middle of the city, this Istanbul hotel is also approximately 25 minutes' walk from Sea of Marmara. The large Topkapi Palace harem Museum is a short way from the cosy Balin Hotel - Special Category, and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 45 km away. Visitors will enjoy shopping at a designer store, a bazaar, and shopping centres, which are within walking distance of the accommodation. The area is notable for educational places like the prominent Turkish Istanbul University, situated 600 m from the hotel. Balin Hotel - Special Category is within walking distance of a tram stop and just near Vezneciler-İstanbul Üniversitesi tube station.
The rooms overlook the city and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a radio along with a mini fridge bar and coffee/tea making machines. They are appointed with carpeted flooring, soundproof windows. Bathroom facilities include a separate toilet and a shower, as well as comforts such as a hair dryer and bath sheets.
The Balin Hotel - Special Category Istanbul provides a shared lounge and various recreational opportunities for guests.
Each day at the Balin Hotel - Special Category Istanbul starts with a free open buffet breakfast. Guests can try dinner, usually served at one of the on-site restaurants, for example at Harem's Cafe Restaurant. Also, this accommodation features a lobby bar. The bar area includes a lounge. There is a seafood restaurant serving Turkish food about a 5-minute walk away.
Amenities
Main Features
- Wi-Fi
- 24-hour services
- Express check-in/ -out
- On-site Dining
- Meeting facilities
- No Smoking
- Child-friendly
- Breakfast
Facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
- Electric kettle
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shoe shine service
- Business centre
- Fax/Photocopying
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Turndown service
- Mirror
- Ironing facilities
- Free toiletries
- Bathroom telephone
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Board games
- Children's menu
- Carpeted floor
Policy
- Children and extra beds
- There are no cots provided in a room.
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Local Attractions
Attractions
- Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar Convention & Exhibition Center (4.7 km)
- Istanbul Congress Center (4.7 km)
- Topkapi Palace (1.6 km)
- Istanbul Modern Art Museum (2.4 km)
- Hippodrome (1000 m)
- Blue Mosque (1.1 km)
- Taksim Square (3.5 km)
- Suleymaniye Mosque (800 m)
- Archeological Museum (1.4 km)
Airports
- Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (45 km)
Train stations
- Laleli Tram Station (500 m)
Reviews
100% Verified Reviews
George
2023-10-06
Close enough to a museum and a basilica, overall the location was perfect. We ate at a clean restaurant for breakfast at the hotel restaurant.
Mark
2023-09-20
Thanks for the stay this time - would absolutely stay here again. The units are huge, silent with free Wi-Fi, a bar plus 2 single bed.
Samantha
2023-07-25
Delicious and enjoyable breakfast, a huge variety of meals. Excellent service, huge superior room with a fold up bed and free Wi-Fi plus a bar. Location close to metro and Ataturk at 5 am...
John
2023-07-21
Had a really great stay for two nights, everything was brand-new. Perfect, kind staff who were eager to help. The location was great, for example, a Grand bazaar was just a short stroll away from the hotel. What's more, it was near to the piers for Ferry/Boat trips, Istanbul's old city area and the Blue Mosque and Topkapi.
John
2023-07-06
The breakfast was wonderful with fresh fruit, extremely tasty and hot dishes, and the restaurant's offer was fresh.
Alf
2023-07-01
Choose superior triple room for 2 single bed. The breakfast available was delicious and enjoyable with fresh fruit, proper juice and very cozy.
Robert
2023-03-31
The breakfast looked enjoyable with a good choice of options. It was in a central location, near from the centrum. We didn't have time, so that's why we will come back.
Couldn’t fault!
Andrew
2023-03-20
The property was good small with excellent staff specially from front desck manager. The breakfast was delicious for what was on offer with very cozy, extremely tasty, salads. Loved the location that was excellent and next to the tram station, and all famous attractions.
Michael
2020-12-19
it deserves its 3 stars.
William
2020-12-04
We loved everything and can't wait to go back. Very clean unit. Easy enough to find, in the middle of Istanbul.
Mary
2020-06-14
Hotel was situated an easy walk to hagia sophia museum. The room was so good sized. Walking distance to a palace and a mosque: D