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Darkhill Hotel

4.0 star property
Indulge in ocean views from Besso Turkish Restaurant while relaxing at this upscale hotel with a rooftop terrace nearby historic landmarks.

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Near the Grand Bazaar and Museum of Turkish Calligraphic Art, Darkhill Hotel offers a tranquil retreat with free to-go breakfast, rooftop terrace, sauna or steam room for relaxation. Guests rave about the helpful staff and can enjoy amenities like an indoor pool, coffee shop/cafe dry cleaning/laundry services and in-room WiFi.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is €81
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Single Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Double or Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Family Quadruple Room, No View

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Suite

Suite

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Economy Single Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Economy Double or Twin Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Located in Istanbul City Center, a neighbourhood in Istanbul, Darkhill Hotel is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Museum of Turkish Calligraphic Art and Hagia Sophia are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Bodrum Mosque and Forum Of Theodisius. Don't miss out on a visit to Armenian Patriarchate. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
Map
Mimar Kemalettin Mah. Koca Ragip Pasa, Cad. No: 9, Laleli, Old City, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34130

What's nearby

  • The view from the front of the main gate of Istanbul University and Beyazıt square on a sunny spring day. Beyazit, Istanbul, Turkey
    Beyazit Square
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grand Bazaar
    Grand Bazaar
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Scenic fountain at the Sultanahmet Square and the Hagia Sophia
    Sultanahmet Square
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Blue Mosque
    Blue Mosque
    3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Hagia Sophia
    Hagia Sophia
    5 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Laleli-University Station
    1 min walk
  • Vezneciler Subway Station
    5 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST)
    52 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hotel Samir
    4 min walk
  • Doner King
    2 min walk
  • Double Tree By Hilton - Roof Terrace Restaurant
    1 min walk
  • DarkHill
    1 min walk
  • Hasanpaşa Konağı
    3 min walk

About this property

Darkhill Hotel

Upscale hotel near Grand Bazaar
Located close to Museum of Turkish Calligraphic Art and Bodrum Mosque, Darkhill Hotel provides free on-the-go breakfast, a nightclub and a free daily manager's reception. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a sports massage. The on-site Turkish cuisine fine-dining restaurant, Besso Turkish Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. In addition to a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and a front desk safe
  • Concierge services, laundry services and tour/ticket information
  • A lift, luggage storage and a porter/bellboy
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 106 rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 66-cm HDTVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Besso Turkish Restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

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
  • Lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 8 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1995
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 66-cm LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 2500 per room (one-way)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 9337
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Darkhill
Darkhill Hotel
Darkhill Hotel Istanbul
Darkhill Istanbul
Darkhill Hotel Hotel
Darkhill Hotel Istanbul
Darkhill Hotel Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Does Darkhill Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Darkhill Hotel?

As of 3 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Darkhill Hotel on 4 May 2026 start from €81, 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.

Is Darkhill Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Darkhill Hotel?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Darkhill Hotel?

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

What time is check-out at Darkhill Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Does Darkhill Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TRY 2500 per room applies.

Where is Darkhill Hotel located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Bodrum Mosque and Museum of Turkish Calligraphic Art. Forum Of Theodisius and Sehzade Mosque are also within 10 minutes. Laleli-University Station is only a 2-minute walk and Aksaray Tram Station is 7 minutes.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected 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

Darkhill Hotel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

7.6

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 635 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 635 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 635 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 66 out of 635 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 635 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juana Maria Garabito de

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service, clean bedrooms, Pretty Restaurant, close to the most important places. Two steps public transportation and safe area for walking.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best staff, You feel as a Family. Good air conditioning. Room clean and Bar was fine.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Soumia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
The location is excellent, it was so easy to access transport. The breakfast well good variety, kitchen staff was super nice! However, the spa was a disaster, zero professionalism, I had to cancel my treatment because of the staff. The room was extremely hot, they also put us in the room where the AC fans were, it was sooooo loud ! Front desk said there was nothing they could do ...however I do believe they could have at least changed rooms. For the price we paid, it was too inconvenient.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Reception staff are very helpful and good also very friendly 💐manchester 🇬🇧
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gulandom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and clear
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Pretty rundown and worn hotel. Shower etc. was moldy, bed covers had cigarette burns, windows in none of our 3 windows could shut tight, so the noise was really bothersome. Highlights were the pretty helpful frontdesk staff who got us a good price for a transfer cab, and the rooftop terrace was perfect for drinks etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Faisal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice. Room was nice and clean. Staff was rude and i booked this Property only for the swimming pool. It was closed and no body give us update or notice. They didn't compensate. Terrible experience. I could have booked same kind of rrom somewhere else with half price that i paid them. Apart from that breakfast was good. Cleanliness was good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

meryem

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Where to start, bed too hard, quilt too heavy, pillows clumpy. The shower oh the shower, black mould everywhere, broken and missing tiles, leaking hose. The toilet bowl directly in front of the basin making the sink unusable. The shower door opened outwards which left no room to enter. What a game, I had to stand on the toilet out of the way, naked, open the shower door and enter that way. The breakfast very limited. Luckily that was it, the sevice was great and the evening restaurant was to die for. Everything we ordered was cooked and presented to perfection. Very tasty and moreish. We avoided it thinking the food elsewhere would be better yet all along the best was right upstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Whilst the property was fine, they arranged on ground transport with a mob of shysters. We arrived at arranged meeting place, all staff were playing with their phones and none seemed to be our booked transport. None of them had our names registered in their system. 1 said they could take us, but to wait, never saw them again, then a second did the same and after 20 minutes we took a taxi (at half the cost of the booked transfer). On arrival at the hotel, transfer had called the hotel to say WE were a no show. Hotel staff then blackmailed us into paying the Euro 60 by refusing to hand our passports back until we did. After some discussion and return of passports, hotel staff paid half and only half back. Every where we went in that area, someone was after a piece of the action, wanting to sell us something we didnt want at exorbitant prices. Counterfeit luxury goods (watches, bags etc) abound. I would not go there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Sabine

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stay as far away from this hotel as you possibly can. First the room. The mattresses are hard like concrete. I even switched my room and still unbelievable uncomfortable. There are no lights on the room besides the end table lamps. The room phone was not working, so you can't call the front desk. The bathrooms are moldy and the sockets ripped out of the walls. I wish I could attach the pictures I took. Then, the pool and sauna area. It's actually nice down there. The pool super cold but manageable. One evening I went to the pool and then the Turkish bath. As every time, I lay face down on the middle table relaxing. I did notice somebody walk in but didn't really pay to much attention. All of a sudden this dude starts rubbing my back. I was like woooooo hold on. Stop! I got up and this dude was completely naked with a hard on standing in front of me. I got really mad and walked outside after he told me common just one time only one time. I told the pool guys and management. Nothing was done any this guy. They seen him so why not address this. Then I switched hotels and as I'm standing outside this hotel talking to the taxi guy, talking about the price I'm putting my backpack in the car and as I'm want to put my suitcase in, he speeds off with all my money, passport everything gone!!! Please stay away from this hotel.
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bar should have been open at night , reception area was very gloomy.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanjar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esmir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Quazi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is good
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Navid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly, clean and excellent staff
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Davut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emine Tanya

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel very friendly and very good services
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kamran

The tram stop is around the corner, breakfast selection is good
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tahir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Located in ideal location, very close to grand bazaar, blue mosque and many other places, rooms were very clean, staff was very friendly and helpful, breakfast was included and was highest quality with different menu every day,I will highly recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

jamal el azzaoui najat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location. Breakfast needs some improvement but overall the hotel is good.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nataliya

Location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nedzad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
staf very good
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ksenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service, room was very clean and tidy. Located right next to the bazaar. Easy transportation from airport.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023