Nabu Hotel

Location: Kemankes Karamustafa Pasa, Murakip Sk No 13, Istanbul, 34425, Istanbul, TR

Star Rating: 8.6 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: 02:00 PM - anytime

Check-out: 12:00 PM

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.

Amenities & Facilities

• Free breakfast
• Meeting rooms
• Proposal/romance packages available
• No single-use plastic straws
• Comprehensive recycling policy
• No single-use plastic stirrers
• No single-use plastic water bottles
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Annual carbon offsets
• Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
• Free WiFi
• 24-hour front desk
• Luggage storage
• Concierge service
• Wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Library
• Free breakfast
• Meeting rooms
• Smoke-free property
• Tours/ticket assistance
• Snack bar/deli
• Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
• Free buffet breakfast
• Art gallery on site
• Proposal/romance packages available
• Reception hall
• Composting
• Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
• Eco-friendly toiletries
• LED light bulbs
• Recycling
• Reusable coffee/tea filters
• Eco-friendly cleaning products used
• Grey water recycling system
• Organic food
• Annual carbon offsets
• Humane animal treatment
• Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
• Sustainability/community reinvestment (10% revenue or more)
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Double-glazing on all windows
• Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
• Energy-saving switches
• At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
• All property's electricity comes from renewable sources
• Comprehensive food waste policy
• Comprehensive recycling policy
• No single-use plastic stirrers
• Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
• No single-use plastic straws
• No single-use plastic water bottles
• Reusable cups only
• Reusable tableware only
• Water-efficient showers only

Rooms Available

• Economy Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  1 Queen Bed

  140 sq feet

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels and Netflix

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, slippers, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone

  Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, reusable coffee/tea filters, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and energy-saving switches

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Electric kettle
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Premium bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Soap
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products
  • LED light bulbs
  • Energy-saving switches

• Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

  1 King Bed

  323-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with city views

  
  

  Layout - Bedroom

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels and Netflix

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, slippers, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe, single sofa bed, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, reusable coffee/tea filters, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and energy-saving switches

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Premium bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Balcony or patio
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Soap
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products
  • LED light bulbs
  • Energy-saving switches

• Superior Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  1 Queen Bed

  215-sq-foot room with city views

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels and Netflix

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, slippers, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone; cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, reusable coffee/tea filters, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and energy-saving switches

  Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Premium bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Soap
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products
  • LED light bulbs
  • Energy-saving switches

• Junior Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, City View

  1 King Bed

  323-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with city views

  
  

  Layout - Separate sitting area

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels and Netflix

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, slippers, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe, twin sofa bed, and laptop workspace; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, reusable coffee/tea filters, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and energy-saving switches

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Electric kettle
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding
  • Separate sitting area
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Balcony or patio
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Soap
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products
  • LED light bulbs
  • Energy-saving switches

• Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

  1 Queen Bed

  194-sq-foot room, furnished balcony with city views

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels and Netflix

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, slippers, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone

  Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, reusable coffee/tea filters, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and energy-saving switches

  Need to Know - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Premium bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Balcony or patio
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Soap
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products
  • LED light bulbs
  • Energy-saving switches

• Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Corner

  1 Queen Bed

  215-sq-foot room, balcony with city views

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels and Netflix

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, slippers, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, reusable coffee/tea filters, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and energy-saving switches

  Non-Smoking

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Premium bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Soap
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products
  • LED light bulbs
  • Energy-saving switches

• Standard Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, No Windows

  2 Twin Beds

  215 sq feet

  
  

  Internet - Free WiFi

  Entertainment - 40-inch LED TV with satellite channels and Netflix

  Food & Drink - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and room service (limited hours)

  Sleep - Egyptian cotton linens, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets

  Bathroom - Private bathroom, slippers, and a shower with a rainfall showerhead

  Practical - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone; cribs (free) available on request

  Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and climate-controlled heating

  Eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries, reusable coffee/tea filters, eco-friendly cleaning supplies, and energy-saving switches

  Need to Know - No rollaway/extra beds available

  Non-Smoking

  Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

  Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Satellite channels
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bottle of water
  • Shampoo
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding available
  • Premium bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Free WiFi
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • No rollaway/extra beds
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Soap
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products
  • LED light bulbs
  • Energy-saving switches

Guest Reviews

• Nitaya (6/5): - The main door to the room was hard to open. The pocket door in the bathroom did not work - the picture was crooked - curtain fell down - even once I ask for to to be fixed they did not
• Sebastian (6/5): - Old rooms things did not work
• Debbie (10/5): Lovely stay - Lovely friendly staff. Excellent rooms Character Great location for entertainment and attractions Bars close by so some music noise to be expected
• James (8/5): - 4 of us booked 2 rooms in this pedestrian walk to hotel. Private transfer dropped us off a little ways away and the hotel clerk met us and walked us a few minutes to the small quaint hotel in a bustling neighborhood. We had a tiny quaint room on the 3rd floor and our friends were on the 2nd floor. The tiny elevator fits only 1 or 2 people. Our room on the 3rd floor was quiet but our friend's room on the 2nd floor was noisey due to the many bars on the street. The buffet breakfast was wonderful and we all felt very safe in the area.
• CAROLINE (8/5): - A very warm welcome by staff that made the stay. Quiet room made for a good sleep. Arranged an early breakfast as I had a morning flight.
• Tri (10/5): - Lots of restaurants and bars around. Hotel is clean , staff are friendly
• Charlotte (10/5): - Ideal pre-cruise hotel. Ideal location to walk to the port. Friendly and welcoming staff. Lots to do within 20 minutes of walking. Transit is also affordable if you to explore more.
• Nina (10/5): I really love Nabu hotell - Best location!
• Jordan (8/5): - This property is centrally located and in a very walkable area near many attractions and options for dinner and drinks. The room was nice, clean, A/C worked well, and had a comfortable bed. Staff are helpful. The music from the nightclub is loud and goes late but we managed fine with ear plugs. I'm sure many other locations in the area have the same issue- not a deal breaker for us. The room type online said sleeps three, but it was only 1 bed so that was incorrect.
• Lisa (10/5): - Staff was amazing. Oljay did an outstanding job taking care of us. Cant wait to return.
• Gul (10/5): - Great location. Close to lots of restaurants and bars. We could walk to Galata Tower and to other areas of Cihangir. We could also walk by Bosphorus to Galata bridge. Our room was clean and the employees were very helpful and friendly.
• Xing (4/5): - It was situated above a bar and the loud music played up until around 2-3am every night. It was horrible.
• Tyson (10/5): - The hotel was lovely as was the service and breakfast and location. It’s a busy popular area so it was a little noisy in the room at night, but no fault to the hotel of course. Would stay here again :)
• Esther (10/5): - Well located.
• Elaine (10/5): - This hotel was comfortable, convenient, quiet and super close to the cruise pier which was the reason for the stay. Highly recommend.
• May (8/5): - It was lovely, clean, close to shopping and dining! The concierge helped with transportation to and from the airport. Lovely buffet breakfast. It was great!
• Mayasah (10/5): - الموقع متميز جدا. الغرف نظيفة والتكييف ممتاز و الخدمة ممتازة و السعر مناسب جدا.
• mei hui (8/5): - Staff are very friendly and helpful!
• David (10/5): Perfectly situated. - Nabu is perfectly situated for one to take full advantage of old town Istanbul
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Air conditioning was not working properly. Location was very good and staff were friendly.
• Lore (10/5): - Hospitality was phenomenal, we were thinking of taxi from hotel to Port, but instead, one of the hotel staff carried our luggage and escorted us by foot to the port, saving us time and money. This is above and beyond any expectation, and it shows kindness of this place.
• theresa (8/5): - it is a really great little hotel. the only downside is the loud music til 3 am.
• queen victoria (6/5): - The hotel staff were very kind and helpful. One staff member even walked with me to find a restaurant with vegan options. I really appreciated their hospitality. The breakfast was plentiful and very delicious. The cook even stopped by my table to make sure everything was ok with the food I was really glad for the salad and fresh fruit. My room was very clean. However, because the hotel is located right in the middle of a very active tourist area with many restaurants, bars and cafes, it was very loud at night. I could hear the music from outside on the street until 2am. I could smell cigarette smoke maybe from the first floor or maybe from the exhaust system. I could not sleep. I covered my nose with the sheet to block the smoke. I wish I had some ear plugs. If you don’t mind the smell of cigarette smoke, bring some ear plugs to block the street noise and this would be a good choice for a hotel.
• BURHAN (10/5): - clean and wonderful view
• Stephen (10/5): - I think of NABU as my home in Istanbul. The area is lively and so convenient to everyplace I want to go. I won’t try to mention all the staff name as I am uncertain of spelling but they are all great!
• Patricia (10/5): - Our experience at Nabu was great, located in a perfect area to see the Galata Tower, the port promenade and much more on foot, a quiet area but with enough great places to dine and more. Totally recommended.
• Daniela (6/5): - The location is great and the breakfast good (but without fruits and nuts) we did not like the room. It doesn’t have a window and is very hot.
• Ionela (4/5): - The staff were nice but I stayed on a Saturday and I did not sleep at all due to the loud music outside this lasted at least until 3am so I don’t recommend it if you’re trying to sleep. I called reception twice about the noise but nothing not even sorry….
• Stephen (10/5): - I have stayed in hotel several times and left a long review earlier - so will not review again. Except to say I will stay here again the next time I am in Istanbul.
• Julian (10/5): - Amazing staff and great location
• yelena (10/5): - Perfect location, home made breakfast, friendly staff, close to all and nice restaurants.
• yelena (10/5): - best location, clean and cosy, friendly staff. Home made breakfast. Price normal. great stay.
• Jan (10/5): - Very clean. Nice hotel and an excellent location a fabulous staff next time I’m in a Istanbul I will say again.
• Moti (10/5): - Great staff
• Sang Hyuk (10/5): - Nice centrally located and pretty quiet. Great staff
• Stephen (10/5): - Nabu is a wonderful hotel - not too small, not too large! So convenient to everything - many restaurants and important tourist sites Next to Galataport, but also only 4 minutes to the most useful tram stop Just moments from the Golden Horn and Galata Bridge. I have visited Istanbul 9 times over last 20 years and will stay at Nabu whenever I next visit. The hotel staff are so friendly and helpful for any needs a guests might have.
• Scotti (10/5): - The staff went above and beyond in helping us.
• Frederico (8/5): - Great value for money! The location is amazing as you can walk to restaurants, shops and also attractions. There is also public transportation close by. Staff is good and very attentive! Things to keep in mind: If you're a very light sleeper, bring ear plugs. Although it did not bother me, the hotel sits right on the street with bars and restaurants below, so it could bother light sleepers. Room is small, but also something that doesn't bother me.
• ian (10/5): - Great spot to stay in the heart of Karakoy
• Iman (10/5): - Staff are amazing, due to narrow street. One of the staff helped us with the luggage when we left. Coffee and tea was available throughout the day. Room was amazing and hotel was close to the trains. A little noise due to the closeness of all the restaurants surrounding the hotel. Would recommend and stay here again.
• Ronald (10/5): - Great staff. Great area. Comfortable room.
• PAUL (8/5): - Small and a very good location
• Gary (10/5): - Very convenient hotel to take tram or walk around the very nice karakoy and Galata port area. Definitely worth the price point and everything was well maintained. Just be aware that there are some club noises at night.
• Benjamin (10/5): Wonderful - This was my second stay in Istanbul - whilst the hotel isn’t brand new, it was everything we needed. I slept well every night. But the best thing is the location - we walked everywhere. The restaurants and cafes nearby are excellent. We loved the location so much, and spent a few hours just wandering the small streets and enjoying the food. Best area of Istanbul, and felt totally safe.
• Jay (8/5): - Pretty comfortable stay. Small rooms, but very clean. Staff is helpful downstairs. The music is very loud until 3am at night, even on weekdays, it’s hard to get a restful sleep with that. Breakfast is okay…. But the coffee was pretty good. The kindness and willingness of the staff made the stay a good one.
• alexandra (10/5): - Very good location, walkable distance to a lot of places . Restaurants, shops all around . Very friendly staff.
• Farah (10/5): - Very clean great stuff wonderful location close to everything.
• Mehrnaz (8/5): - Great option if you enjoy the night life
• BHULABAI (10/5): - The property is in excellent condition and is very well maintained. The staffs were very friendly, highly professional and I did not miss home. I’ll definitely recommend Nabu hotel to one and all. Don’t miss the breakfast. WARM WISHES TO ALL STAFFS!!
• Rasmyah (10/5): - Had a great stay at Nabu. This hotel is conveniently located and can walk to several main sites. The staff were great - some of the best staff I’ve interacted with in Istanbul and in general. No issues. Room was spacious and clean; bar and restaurant are downstairs; highly recommend and would consider staying here next time I’m in Istanbul.
• Chuck (8/5): - Terrific location, especially for boarding cruises at Galataport, and the property is well maintained and offered a very nice breakfast. The area is noisy at night, though, so not ideal for light sleepers.
• Colin (10/5): - Excellent
• Keshaun (10/5): - Great location! Loved being able to walk to various restaurants(plus having one there at the hotel). Room was clean, and very well maintained. Wouldnt hesitate to stay again!
• Cigdem (10/5): Great staff, excellent style & location - The staff here is great, my room had AC issues but they accommodated me with a new room with working AC. Hotel is in an excellent location and has cool contemporary art design. Breakfast is good too, plenty of options and çay.
• Cigdem (10/5): Great staff, excellent style & location - The staff here is great, first the room had AC issues but they accommodated me with a new room with working AC. Hotel is in an excellent location and has cool contemporary art design. Breakfast is good too, plenty of options and çay.
• Juan (8/5): - The hotel is really nice, the room was big, with a lot of light and a small balcony. The location is great to be close to everything, but keep in mind that could be noisy because there’s a specific bar across the street with loud music till 3am.
• Carlos Eduardo (10/5): O mais perfeito dos hoteis - Nabu Hotel está localizado em um lugar perfeito. Perto de mil bares e resturantes, com a espetacular comida turca. E a alegria de uma rua boêmia. É ao mesmo tempo silencioso e confortável, e o pessola, atencioso e profissional. O café da manhã é um show à parte, E del, ainda se escuta a mágica de Istambul, com as chamdas para oração dos minaretes.
• Livan (10/5): - Super good location
• Talal (2/5): - Nothing
• Oliver (10/5): Great stay and location! - Room was decent. Good shape and comfortable bed. Daily cleaning. Location was 10/10. By a busy street filled with restaurants and cafés (closed for cars). Great to just walk out the door and instantly be in Turkish culture. 2minutes walk to closest Tram station. Breakfast was good and staff super friendly and welcoming. Only downside was that the room door wasn’t sound proof but otherwise a perfect place for travelers wanting to explore Istanbul. Would stay here again!
• Alexey (8/5): - Great location. Reasonable price. Nice breakfast. Very small rooms. Not a good place for a long stay excellent for short visits.
• Rajesh (8/5): - I stayed in Nabu hotel for 4 nights in March. Overall it was a satisfying experience. The rooms were adequate, good size (I had a double room to myself). I did smell a little damp, and the walls did seem thin as I could hear the doors and next door. Fact that it was in a busy lively area, it was slightly noisy and difficult sleeping but that was as expected - no fault of hotel. House keeping was good, woman was welcoming. In terms of services, there wasn't much the hotel offered, no excursions or specific recommendations/partnerships which was a little disappointment especially being new to istanbul so it's something that I would advise the hotel to incorporate. However the owner was always helpful and tried to help where he can. It was a family run business, but apart from the main male owner who was helpful, the wife and daughter weren't very talkative - very quiet and stayed to themselves. The bar and restaurant was never hardly used. Breakfast was not to my taste, was very limited. The tea and coffees were nice. Just also want to advise that the cab the hotel booked for me to to istanbul airport, the cab driver added an extra 200 lira on (from meter reading, he blamed on toll charges) and then used his own conversion to euros. What should have been less than 30 euro trip tp airport ended up 40 euro. Hotel should be wary of this. Overall the hotel was adequate for my stay with positives bit also alot of potential for improvement to make the customer experience better.
• Y (10/5): - My wife and I stayed Nabu hotel from Mar 2 to Mar 16. Friendly staff and excellent location. Complimentary breakfast was excellent. Hotel is in a great location, walking distance to many historical sites. I would definitely choose Nabu on next Istanbul visit.
• Uladzislau (8/5): - We stayed at this hotel from December 30 to January 1, and thankfully, not any longer because it was extremely loud due to a nearby club or bar—I had trouble sleeping. The front desk mentioned it was because of New Year, but I have my doubts. Overall, the staff is friendly, the beds are comfortable, and the hotel is clean.
• Sara (8/5): - A nice hotel with a very good location in terms of dining options and transportation accessibility
• Denise (10/5): - This hotel was Artsy and located in the heart of all the action! It was a great property and everyone was haelpful and friendly!
• Ahmad (10/5): - Excellent hotel in an excellent location that has it all. All sorts of restaurants, bakeries, variety of dining options, local coffee restaurants and Starbucks, a working historical hamam, a small gym at the end of the street and soap shop and very close to Istanbul modern art museum
• Verified traveler (4/5): Average hotel - Ok place, staff not so friendly. Breakfast was limited.
• Michael (10/5): - The hotel was first class in all respects in an exciting and vibrant part of Istanbul. Definitely one I’m happy to recommend highly.
• Kendall (10/5): - For us the hotel was in the perfect location, many coffee shops, bars, and restaurants on the streets surrounding the hotel. Extremely close to 2 tram stations, and 2 ferry ports and walkable to Galata/ istiklal, and the Galata bridge. The staff, especially the gentleman that works late night was very kind and helpful throughout our trip. I read ahead that it was noisy and I’d have to say that’s my only complaint. I thought by upgrading to the junior suite we’d be further from the bar/club mentioned in the reviews, but it ended up being a top floor/rooftop club so at midnight the dj played on the 4th floor about 20 ft from our room. I imagine this room gets the most noise and it’s not as noticeable throughout the rest of the hotel. But even on a Saturday night, we woke up once and fell back asleep quickly with ear plugs. It was a fun memory seeing the people in the bar having such a good time dancing, and with an hour or 2 it was quiet again.
• Ahmed (8/5): - The staff and the hotel in general were great but the room were too small and bedding was not very clean, however breakfast was awesome
• Marwan (8/5): - The staff were very nice, helpful, and friendly.
• Tayseer (8/5): - Nice hotel in middle of the city, walkable to most tourists places, it could be noise in the weekend, but quit during the week
• NANA (10/5): - Nice room in excellent location, surrounded by good restaurants and bars. Walking diatance from Karakoy station (within 8mins). Hotel stuffs are very friendly, breakfast is delicious&fresh, overall excellent stay.
• Rianna (10/5): - Staff were very welcoming and helpful! The area can be a little loud but that’s to be expected. Overall great stay!
• Laura (10/5): - Great location. Excellent cleanliness. Breakfast kept full. Personally did not think the noise reviews for this hotel were justified even when this is expected for the location
• Marni (10/5): - Great hotel in the heart of the action in Karakoy! Pubs, restaurants, cafes and shopping are literally steps from the door and the entire area has great atmosphere! The hotel itself is very clean, the breakfast was very good and the staff were friendly and helpful. Beds were comfortable and the shower was fabulous! We’d stay here again in a heartbeat. The hotel is also just a 1-2 minute walk from the tram station, which can take you across to all the top tourist attractions like the Blue Mosque in just 15-20 minutes.
• Senol (10/5): Highly recommend Nabu Hotel - Booked the Nabu Hotel in Karakoy recently for a week stay in Istanbul. The hotel is perfectly located in the Karaoke area which is close to the Karakoy port and newly developed Galata Port district. The staff in the hotel were always friendly and helped with every request. We have been looking for a hotel that we liked enough to book for our future trips to Istanbul and are happy to say that we will be staying at Nabu again in the future. Highly recommended.
• Diana (10/5): - nice hotel, top location, good service
• Verified traveler (8/5): - Fantastic location. Room was a decent size and reasonably priced, and service was good. The room needed a bit of general maintenance, though - the bathroom door didn't close fully, not all plug sockets worked, and the minifridge wasn't working.
• Saiful (10/5): - Great hotel in a lively area conveniently near two tram stops (Tophane and Karakoy) as well as Katakoy ferry port. There is no shortage of restaurants of all variety, charming cafes and shops. The hotel staff are pleasant and helpful. Our junior suite was modern, spacious and the bed was very comfortable. One thing to note: hotel is on a pedestrian only street but they allow taxis up until 10 AM / noon. Afterwards, you can get off at the nearby gas station and walk for 90 seconds to the hotel.
• Timothy (6/5): - Room had no desk , at night very noisy , breakfast at 8h00 staff still in sleeping mode that need to finish tea first before getting to action- it’s a nice hotel for tourism but avoid if on a business trip…
• EMAD (8/5): - The hotel os amazing and the staff was very friendly.There is only one thing improvement required… Breakfast is poor , they can do better.
• PERINAZ (8/5): - Friendly staff, especially the male cleaning staff.
• Kate (10/5): - Loved this hotel and would stay again if back in Istanbul. Rooms are lovely and location is spot on for bars and restaurants (though most sightseeing is across the river). Only thing about being in great location is can be bit noisy at night but don’t let that put you off staying and take earplugs! All in all fabulous hotel.
• Khulood (2/5): - It is very bad hotel where my room very noisy sound can't sleep and compared the price very expensive, stuff didn't help to change room or stopped hard sound machine 👎👎👎👎👎
• Yidan (10/5): - The staff is super friendly!
• Roman (10/5): - Nice hotel, clean and cozy. A little bit noisy outside in the night, but I am ok with that. A lot of stylish places around, tram stop is nearby. I really enjoy my stay here.
• Maxim (8/5): - The hotel has a great location. The reception and the staff are nice, but the conditions in the room were not what I expected. Smart TV had no signal, it was useful, WiFi connection was weak.
• Deborah (10/5): LOVED IT but had to pay in cash because..... - This hotel is in a great location, Karakoy. It's near trams and the ferries, easy for getting around town. I loved the hotel, my room was nice, bed was great. Breakfast was very good each morning. They helped me with covid testing and transportation to the airport. One important thing to mention for Americans interested in staying here. None of my credit cards worked when I got there. I had used them all around Turkey, and Istanbul, no problem, but here I had to think fast because I wasn't prepared. Luckily I had enough cash (I had set aside to pay a guide) and that got my into my room. Apparently Nabu only uses one bank for their credit card account and that bank won't accept any credit cards without a PIN attached to it. Even my debit card I do have a pin for wasn't working. So until they realize this or have enough visitors having this problem, please bring cash to pay them.
• Igor (10/5): Very stylish hotel with a great atmosphere - Stylish modern lobby and rooms, very nice and helpful staff, tasty breakfast, clean 10/10, comfy bed. Next to the best places to eat and dance. Very good choice if you are joung and energetic or a party animal. Not good if you travel with kids.
• Verified traveler (2/5): Great for paryting, not for business. - If you're here to party and stay out until all hours of the night,, by all means stay here. It's in party central. The thumping of the competing discos will attest to that. But if you're here for business or looking to get up to explore the city, this isn't it. The rooms are small and have no desk. The food was average in a city known for its food. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Great service at the bar.
• Anna (8/5): Great location, very small room - Excellent location, right by lots of restaurants and bars, but the room was much smaller than I anticipated. Would not recommend for two friends to share for more than a night. The hotel staff are able to arrange for on-location PCR tests, which was very helpful.
• Verified traveler (6/5): - Paid for bigger room but they gave me the smallest room.
• Tyler (10/5): - Staff was very helpful. Rooms were nice. Lobby cat is my new best friend. Very good stay for a great price.
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Beautiful hotel in a prime location. Minutes from shops and restaurants. The staff was super attentive and friendly. Highly recommend Nabu Hotel!
• Olga (6/5): - The room was quite small. The facility was very clean and the location was excellent.
• CESAR (10/5): - Great hotel. Very well located lots of restaurants and bars with in 1 min walk
• AliHouri (2/5): - Non-Professional Management and rude staff DONT EVER THINK TO STAY IN THAT HOTEL … Shame! I booked a room, when I reach the hotel at 02:00am with my wife for Honeymooner they claim that no deposit is paid any booking is cancelled note that one day before I contacted their Front office Manager Berk Dimli (Mr.) clarifying some points plus asked him if they need any deposit to guarantee my reservation while his answer was "You are welcome to make a late check-in. Just to let you know that your flight is tomorrow on 13th, not tonight.Looking forward to seeing you in Istanbul"
• Verified traveler (10/5): - Great location, close tramway, and old town. Many places to eat/drink nearby and very little car traffic.

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