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Grand Peninsula Hotel

Akbiyik Cad. Cetinkaya Sok. No:3 Sultanahmet, Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey (Sultanahmet)
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Grand Peninsula Hotel
Ranked #120 of 815 hotels in Istanbul
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Poulsbo, Washington, USA
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

This hotel was perfect for us! We could walk to the Blue Mosque and all other destinations were within reach by foot or tram. The breakfast was delightful as was the rooftop terrace. The hotel manager was extremely helpful, even loaning us 100 L when we arrived (very tired) so that we could get a quick sandwich without having to... More

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vancouver
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Great location, helpful staff and basic clean rooms...also delicious breakfasts.. Stayed at the Peninsula hotel last time in Istanbul and this one is better...recommend this hotel to money conscious travelers.

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Bundaberg
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

We have just stayed at Hotel Grand Peninsula for four nights. The staff, especially Sabo, were excellent as far as suggesting restaurants in the area, places to visit and assisting with directions. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble for them. Everyone we encountered spoke English well which was a great help to us. The hotel is located a short... More

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Arlington Heights, Illinois
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

This is a moderately priced (for Istanbul) hotel which had everything that we needed: VERY central and convenient location (though on a quiet street - i.e. best of both worlds!), clean rooms, good hot shower, hot water pot, refrigerator, safe deposit box (small and key-operated), and good service. Ramazan (day) and Sabo (evening) were very helpful, friendly, and accommodating. Ramazan... More

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Duncan, Canada
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17 reviews 17 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2013

Nice little hotel very near Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and tram line. Dozens of restaurants just around the corner. Friendly staff and nice breakfast on the rooftop which has a view of the Bosphorus. Room was pleasant but no tea, coffee, bottled water or shampoo in the room. We were given an upgrade in room but it overlooked... More

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013

We stayed six nights in April. It is two minutes walk from the main sights. The hotel is in a quiet area tucked away down a little sidestreet. No frills, but very clean with a good turkish breakfast of yoghurt, fruit, salad, cheeses and rolls. Ramazan and his staff were very friendly and helpful and arranged all airport transfers etc.... More

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Vancouver Island, British Columbia
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6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2013

We stayed in this great little hotel for 4 nights. It was good value for the money, breakfast was good, and the roof-top breakfast room had a nice view of the Bosphorus. Like all hotels in this area at this price range, the rooms are not large, nor are the bathrooms, but everything was clean and fresh. Staff were helpful... More

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Durham, North Carolina
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013

Tucked away on a little side street between the Sea of Marmara and the Blue Mosque/Hagia Sophia, the hotel had a delightful location for a day's worth of sightseeing in that area. My main complaint though, is that from this area, it is relatively hard to get to/from other sights and the best nightlife/restaurants, which are across the Golden Horn.... More

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Brooklyn, New York
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5 reviews 5 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

Had a great stay here in March. First, the staff arranged an airport pickup which went very smoothly. Then checked me in with friendliness and ease. The room (especially bathroom) was impeccably clean, the rooftop terrace is beautiful, and the breakfast staff was very sweet--it was wonderful to wake up to lovely views of the city and pleasant people. The... More

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Bronshoej, Denmark
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17 reviews 17 reviews
9 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

The hotel is located very close to the Blue Mosque and with many attractions within walking distance. The hotel is reasonable priced and you get pretty much what you pay for - a very standard and clean room. We had a room with private balcony which we can recommend although there is a common rooftop terrace as well. Breakfast is... More

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What travelers say

  • Blue mosque(55)
  • Very nice(15)
  • Roof terrace(10)
  • Large double(9)
  • Friendly and helpful(5)
  • Rooftop terrace(3)
  • Rooms are clean(3)
  • Very clean(3)

Additional Information about Grand Peninsula Hotel

Address: Akbiyik Cad. Cetinkaya Sok. No:3 Sultanahmet, Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey
Region: Turkey > Istanbul > Sultanahmet
Hotel Style:
#8 Best Value Hotels in Istanbul
#112 Family Hotels in Istanbul
#172 Business Hotels in Istanbul
Price Range: $
Also Known As:
Peninsula Hotel Istanbul
Peninsula Hotel Grand

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