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Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy

Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Galata Tower

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Standard Room
Close to Galata Tower and Taksim Square, Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy provides amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €95
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Superior Double Room, City View

Superior Double Room, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 13 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 11 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Located in Istanbul City Center, a neighbourhood in Istanbul, Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy is in the entertainment district and near a metro station. Grand Bazaar and Galataport are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bosphorus and Florya Beach. Vialand Tema Park and Istanbul Expo Center are also worth visiting.
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Necatibey Cd. No: 89/1, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34425

What's nearby

  • Galataport - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Galata Tower - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Istiklal Avenue - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Taksim Square - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Tophane Station - 3 min walk
  • Beyoglu Station - 11 min walk
  • Istanbul (IST) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arada Endülüs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tükkan Karaköy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Karabatak Karaköy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kronotrop Karaköy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪SuB Hotel - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy

Hotel near Galata Tower
Close to Galataport and Pera Palace Hotel, Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy provides amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and a lift
  • Concierge services and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy have perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping and desks

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 transport

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (130 centimetre wide door)

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after noon please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 8)

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, 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 20240100
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

Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Smart Simple Karakoy Istanbul
Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy Hotel
Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy Istanbul
Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy?

As of 14 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy on 28 Sept 2025 start from €94.51, 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.

How much is parking at Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Istanbul Cruise Ship Terminal, Galata Tower and Istiklal Avenue. Taksim Square and Pera Palace Hotel are also within 1 mile (2 km). Tophane Station is only a 3-minute walk and Karakoy Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Smart and Simple Hotel Karakoy Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was over the top helpful and it was close to metro transit
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JOANNE

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Istanbul stay

Our stay was good; the room was clean, as was the rest of the hotel. We stored our luggage for the day so we could take a tour before boarding the ship. It seemed to be a pretty quiet day.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ülker Asude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025