Galley Hotel

Ocean views and local flavors await at this tranquil retreat where guests can enjoy an on-site steakhouse before cycling adventures near historic landmarks

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a vase with flowers. - Galley Hotel (Istanbul)

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a glass dining table, and a variety of kitchen appliances. - Galley Hotel (Istanbul)

A table with a white tablecloth, a cup of coffee, a glass of water, and some chocolates on a balcony overlooking a green landscape and a body of water. - Galley Hotel (Istanbul)

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside tables, and wall-mounted lamps. - Galley Hotel (Istanbul)

Galley Hotel offers a peaceful escape near the Grand Bazaar. Enjoy barbecue specialties at Restorant steakhouse with ocean views. Rooms include WiFi, and the garden is perfect for relaxing between visits to Hagia Sophia. Active guests can enjoy cycling and archery.

Very good

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Restaurant
Air conditioning
Business services
Bar

￥5,473 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 5 - Jul 6

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Room options

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All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a window with curtains.

Economy Double Room

City view
12 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

A room with two beds, a skylight, and a wall with artwork.

Economy Quadruple Room

Very good

19 sq m
Sleeps 5
2 Double Beds

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room

Very good

City view
15 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

A hotel room with three beds, a large window with curtains, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Standard Triple Room

Exceptional

Garden view
16 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

A table with a cup and saucer, a glass, and a small bowl, set against a backdrop of a coastal view with a bridge and ships in the distance.

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony, Sea View

Exceptional

Sea view
16 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

A coastal road with a bridge, vehicles, and ships in the background.

Standard Double Room, Partial Sea View

Very good

Partial sea view
12 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a fruit bowl, a mirror, and curtains.

Economy Double Room Single Use, 1 Large Twin Bed, Annex Building

Very good

Park view
1 bedroom
Sleeps 1
1 Large Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Istanbul City Center, a neighborhood in Istanbul, Galley Hotel is in the entertainment district and by the sea. Ataköy Marina and Kadıköy Port are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Grand Bazaar and Istiklal Avenue. Check out an event or a game at Tupras Stadium, and consider making time for Istanbul Expo Center, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with boat tours and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Istanbul travel guide

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What's nearby

Sultanahmet Square
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Grand Bazaar
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Blue Mosque
12 min walk - 1.0 km
Hagia Sophia
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Little Hagia Sophia
5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

Cemberlitas Station
9 min walk
Istanbul Kumkapi Station
11 min walk
Istanbul Airport (IST)
48 min drive

Restaurants

Neyzen Restaurant
4 min walk
Sütliman Fasıl Meyhane Kumkapı
4 min walk
Neyzen Kumkapı
4 min walk
İmren Lokantası @ Kadırga
4 min walk
Hünkar Kumkapı
4 min walk

About this property

Galley Hotel

Luxury bed & breakfast near Sultanahmet Square
Located close to Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar, Galley Hotel provides a free daily manager's reception, a terrace, and shopping on site. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like cycling and archery at this bed & breakfast. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers lunch and dinner. In addition to a coffee shop/cafe and a garden, guests can connect to in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
You'll also find perks like:
- Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
- Express check-out, barbecue grills, and beach umbrellas
- Multilingual staff, a reception hall, and a front-desk safe
- Guest reviews say good things about the overall condition
Room features
All guestrooms at Galley Hotel boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and free stocked minibars.
More amenities include:
- Reusable coffee/tea filters, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
- Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and designer toiletries
- 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
- Wardrobes/closets, communal kitchens, and mini fridges

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￥3,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 12 - Jul 13

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Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

Offsite parking available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM (EUR 15 per day); reservations required; discounts available
Street parking available
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Area shuttle (surcharge) up to 500 km
24-hour train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)
Cruise terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Free daily manager's reception

Restaurants on site

Teras

Things to do

Archery
Bicycle cleaning area
Bicycle rentals
Bicycle storage
Private wine tours
Shopping
TV in common areas

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Guidebooks
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared microwave
Shared refrigerator
Water dispenser

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

172 square feet of conference space
Business center
Computer station
Coworking space

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Beach loungers
Beach umbrellas
Garden
In a provincial park
Picnic area
Terrace

Spa

Manicures/pedicures

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
6 steps to reach entrance
Handrails in stairways (28 inches high)
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance

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1 building
4 floors
At least 80% organic food
Built in 2001
Communal living room
Comprehensive food waste policy
Designated smoking areas
Double-glazed windows
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally sourced food prioritized
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
Reception hall
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Some LED lighting used
Traditional architecture
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Egyptian cotton sheets
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

Cleaning supplies
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Free stocked minibar
Late-night room service
Microwave
Mini-fridge
Oven
Paper towels
Restaurant dining guides
Rice cooker
Shared kitchen access
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Toaster oven

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Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electrical adapters
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
Laundry detergent
LED lighting
Mobile key entry
Printer
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Washer/dryer
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Contactless check-in available

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the cruise terminal, ferry terminal, airport, and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per day

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs and cats only

1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Pets cannot be left unattended

Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 1 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 1 and older are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10 per night

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 8 per person
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Nearby parking fee: EUR 15 per day (164 ft away; open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM)
Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10 per night
Laundry fee: EUR 17 per day

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

You need to know

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

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds and high chair

This property accepts credit cards and cash

Cashless transactions are available

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Long-term renters welcome

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

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

Masks are required at the property for guests without COVID-19 vaccination

Property Registration Number 2021-34-0603

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Alcohol is not served at this property

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Galley Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Galley Hotel?

As of Jul 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Galley Hotel on Jul 5, 2026 start from ￥4,931, excluding 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?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Galley Hotel?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Galley Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Galley Hotel 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 Galley Hotel located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this luxury bed & breakfast is within a 10-minute walk of Little Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque are also within 15 minutes. Cemberlitas Station is 9 minutes by foot and Beyazit Station is 10 minutes.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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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Galley Hotel Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.6

Sep 24, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

I recommend this hotel.

The hotel was really nice and the location was perfect if u want to see beatiful gems of Istanbul. Staff was amazing as well.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

May 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location & value for money.

Excellent location. Very helpful and kind staff, I left behind my e-Reader and the young man at reception went out of his way to find it for me, I am very grateful!!. The room was modern and comfortable. There was some noise from the street audible in our room, but this didn’t negatively impact our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abdenour

Dec 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

We love the stay so much we booked an additional 4 nights. Overall excellent service. Thank you Galley Staff!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abdulaziz

Apr 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful!!!

The hotel was nice and clean, the employees were also helpful and friendly. Our room was very clean and we didn't have any problems. Wi-Fi was also working very well.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi

Dec 22, 2024

Apr 29, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Good!

The hotel is very close to tourist attractions. There are many restaurants around and places to shop. The hotel is super clean and the reception is very good. They helped us with the transportation book to and from the airport.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Easra

Mar 10, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

If you’re planning your first trip to Istanbul and feeling overwhelmed with hotel options, let me save you some time: The Galley Hotel is a hidden gem. I stayed for over two weeks and it truly made my trip. I’m extremely picky about cleanliness and spent weeks researching because I wanted a sea view and balcony without paying luxury hotel prices. This place delivered. The room was spotless (and I’m a serious clean freak), comfortable, and the sea view was exactly what I hoped for. What really stood out was the hospitality. Right after I booked through Expedia, the hotel reached out to help arrange airport transfers at fair prices, which made arriving in a new city much easier. As a Muslim woman traveling solo, safety was my top priority, and I felt completely safe and respected the entire time. A huge thank you to Ali at the front desk. His professionalism and genuine care for guests made the stay unforgettable. The staff also kindly let me use the communal kitchen, which was incredibly helpful during a longer stay. One honest note: the metro runs nearby, so light sleepers may want earplugs or headphones. For me, the sea view made it totally worth it. And don’t forget the neighborhood cats! They’re adorable and part of the local charm—please buy some food and feed them if you can. It ended up being one of the sweetest little highlights of my trip. About a 15-minute walk to the Blue Mosque, beautiful views, and staff who truly care. I’d happily stay here again 😊

Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2026

Verified

8/10 Good

Sophie

Apr 8, 2024

Great budget-friendly option

This was a great budget-friendly option for Istanbul. It's within walking distance of many of the main tourist attractions and with good public transport connections. The staff were helpful and friendly and the breakfast was great. The only small issue was that the bathroom had an open shower in the style of a wet room, but did not have sufficient drainage and as a result it flooded every time we showered.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

Verified

6/10 Okay

Ming

Dec 29, 2024

Liked: Staff & service

We took the only 4 ppl room on level 3. The staff Zubair was kind enough to help to bring luggage upstairs. The room was slightly claustrophobic given the slanting part in the room was about 1.4m in height only, but the hotel was in a premium sultanahmet location. We didn’t mind as much as we spent most of the time outdoor.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

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Things to do

Conveniences

Guest services

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Outdoors

Spa

Accessibility

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Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

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Policies

Check-in

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Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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