the location was excellent. we didn’t need a car for sightseeing. it was close to everything. The breakfast was very good on the rooftop with beautiful views of the Bosphorus. The staff were amazing! Mariam and the young men at the reception were very helpful with anything we needed.

The AC (only in one room) was a bit weak but it was fine.

This is a good four star option in Istanbul with a nice price. The location is great when starting sightseeing with the Blue Mosque. I loved the breakfast and view every morning on the roof top. A customer service was exceptional especially the front desk and breakfast service. There is some good authentic nightlife in this area for dining.

The service in the restaurant at night is non existent - just consider it a nice space to relax and enjoy the view or read. While the location is good for viewing the main mosques, I found that the location to be exhaustingly far at the end of long walking day.

Skalion Hotel & Spa is perfectly situated in the heart of the Fatih district, just a 10-minute walk from the Grand Bazaar, making it an ideal base for exploring Istanbul. The breakfast buffet was fresh and delicious, and we enjoyed it with a lovely view of the city. The staff were incredibly kind, accommodating, and helpful, making us feel like part of their family and becoming a very memorable part of our trip. Special thanks to Mr. Veysel, the hotel manager, who was exceptionally kind, professional, and courteous. His incredible team, including Mariem, Sedat, and Nati, went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. I wholeheartedly recommend staying at Skalion Hotel & Spa and will definitely choose it again on my next visit to Istanbul. Although we didn't get to try out the spa this time, we look forward to experiencing it during our next visit. The hotel also offers daily Istanbul city tour packages, including Bosphorus lunch and dinner tours. While these packages can be pricey, they provide excellent options for exploring the city. Additionally, the staff is very helpful with airport transfers and other services upon request.

Our triple bedroom was quite small, and as a group of five, we occupied two rooms. While the location is ideal, walking around can be challenging due to the many uphill roads (this is not the hotel's fault, but it's worth mentioning for those with mobility issues). Additionally, one of our rooms had an issue with the air conditioning, but the staff promptly relocated us to another room with perfect air conditioning. Breakfast buffet options were slightly limited, as well, the menu could use more variety.

The Skalion hotel has a good atmosphere. It being calmer and more quiet on the inside of the hotel, it was possible to relax between touristic trips. The room was cleaned well. Inspite of smaller imperfections in the bathroom, it had a clean and comfortable shower. The view from the terrace was beautiful, especially in the evening. I felt lucky with my hotel-choice, though some other guest got bit loud one night nearby my room. In the neighborhood, there were restaurants, picturesque corners and churches to discover.

I stayed at the hotel for 5 nights as I was participating in the Istanbul marathon. The reception, bar and lounge area is beautiful. It has a mirrored roof and nice decor. The room was also very nice. Nice sized bathroom with very hot shower. The beds are very comfortable. We had a balcony which is nice to look out onto the traditional Turkish crazy roads and watch the mayhem. The breakfast on the 7th floor was amazing and had a great fresh selection. The restaurant is beautiful. The sky terrace is amazing. The view is relaxing. The hotel cat is also nice although it's a bit fat 🤣 The highlight of our stay was the hotel staff. The two ladies Mariem and Nadia were very welcoming and friendly. We had a good laugh with them and they made us feel at home. They helped us with taxis, different areas, restaurant/bar recommendations and trips. Nothing was ever too much and they were always smiling and always warm. Thanks for a good stay. We will be back soon

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We had an upgrade to a bigger room which had a lovely balcony & lots of space. There was a fridge & kettle. The beds were comfortable and the shower was hot & powerful. Breakfast was amazing with beautiful views & lots of choice. The staff were very friendly & helpful. The location is great, a short walk to all the sights.

The heating couldn’t be turned off so the room was too hot for us, we kept the balcony door slightly open to cool it down but there is a lot of street noise starting early which didn’t make for a full nights sleep. There was also a very strong drain smell coming from the bathroom which at times became unbearable. I would have thought for the price that the sauna etc would be included but it was an extra €15pp.

Skalion is a boutique hotel, 6 floors and 7th floor is the rooftop restaurant, overseeing Bosporus. A delightful way to start your morning. We used an airport transfer to the hotel and we're there within 45 mins, We were in Room 404. The staff were so helpful organising this. Meryam, Veysal, Ramadhan went above and beyond for us, helping us with our SIM card, directions to places, giving practical advice, even on our last day, helping us getting into the cab. The food at breakfast, is traditional Turkish , cold platter, lots of cheese, cold meat, menemen, salads, patisseries, boiled eggs, variety of bread, lots of coffee and fruits. Great choice. The hotel is actually situated in a commercial area, where clothes, shoes, bags are made, and you can buy wholesale. It's 10 minutes walk to the T1 Beyazit tram station, be careful, the walk is not for the faint hearted, you walk uphill to get there. Lots to see along the way. The Grand bazaar is behind the tram station, lots of bargains to be had. Being a savoury person, Tugba is the shop to go, to buy nuts, lokum and olive oil, presents to take back. Friday night at Skalion, they play music, shame we missed it. The staff made it great. It was like staying with family. They attended to all our needs. I will definitely be going back there when I need to stay near the Grand bazaar. Thank you for having us xx

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Mariam and the hotel manager at reception desk were very professional and a credit to Turkey's hospitality industry. We had a comfortable stay, room cleaned promptly, cool AC and delicious breakfast from the rooftop restaurant with views looking over the Bosphorus river and Sultanahmet mosque in the skyline. Would definitely stay here again.

Our double room was a little compact but the Juliet balcony compensated for this. Overall - it was good value for money and walking distance to the places we wanted to visit - Blue mosque, Aya Sophia and Topkapi palace (around 20 minutes average).

During my stay, I was particularly impressed by the exceptional service provided by Mariem, a staff member primarily stationed at the restaurant during breakfast. I believe that she is from Tunisia. Her warm and welcoming demeanor was evident as she greeted each guest with a radiant smile, offering genuine compliments and exuding kindness. My friend and I frequently remarked on her remarkable affability, and I sincerely hope she recognizes her positive impact on our experience. Furthermore, the housekeeping staff, although we had limited interactions, performed their duties efficiently and maintained our room to a satisfactory standard. Lastly, I would like to acknowledge the assistance provided by another staff member at the reception desk. She promptly responded to my request for safety pins, demonstrating her willingness to assist guests in a timely manner. She was very informative as well.

SPA location + odor and the balcony size.

Loved the location which was walking distance to all sights. There are hills in Istanbul so have returned fitter. Hotel is independent and family run and staff cannot do enough to make your stay enjoyable. Even upgrading our room which was wonderful. Family can help with airport transfers and advise on trips and sights to visit or help with anything. Breakfast is provided with various dishes and very tasty. Lovely terrace and evening meals provided good prices. Area is also nice and quiet at night and low key. You are able to relax after noise of the city. When I return to Istanbul I would definitely stay here again.

Nothing not to like.