Niles Hotel Istanbul - Special Class - Istanbul

We stayed at the Niles Hotel for a day before departing on a cruise. The location was convenient and the hotel staff was excellent. One of the highlights that we enjoyed was the rooftop dining area and bar. Again, they aim to please with service. In the morning was a breakfast to die for with a variety of items...mmmm. A short walk up a cobble stone […] lane and we were next to the Grand Bazaar. Really enjoyed the whole experience. Read more

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We were very impressed with the Hotel Niles from the welcome tea upon our arrival to the staff and charm of the lobby. The hotel is on a charming cobble stone street in walking distance to all of the major tourist attractions. The shower was amazing with a rain shower head from the ceiling as well as a hand held nozzle. The breakfast area on the roof […] doubles as a bar at night and many guests (including us) went up for a late night drink to cap off the evening. Highly recommended. Read more

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I really enjoyed my stay in this hotel, the staff is really kind and attentive, the location is convenient to visit several important sights in Istanbul, just about 10 minutes walking distance from Hagia Sofia and Sultan Ahmet Mosque to mention a few and very close to the tramway stop. The room (suite room with turkish bath) was spacious enough, decorated […] in a traditional style and for a good price per night. The only observation about the room is that the air conditioning was just a little bit noisy at times. The hotel provides complementary wireless internet access and the room rate included breakfast which you actually take at the rooftop terrace surrounded by lots of greenery and even though the breakfast doesn't vary much from one day to another at least it is healthy and tasty. Read more

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I stayed for a week with my girlfriend. Excellent friendly service; rooftop cafe is beautiful with wonderful views, good breakfast, the room (I think it was called a junior suite) was spacious & well furnished, but extremely warm, maybe too warm, you'll have to crack a window at night. The bathroom is amazing: all heated marble with a regular shower […] and a turkish hamam next to it. No views from the room at all, windows look right into other buildings, so if you're looking for a view from the room, this might not be for you. Not sure if it's the same with all the rooms. The only other issue is the lack of privacy when you have to use the bathroom. If anyone else is in the bedroom, it will feel as if you are both in the bathroom together! No sound proofing. Otherwise, highly recommended. Read more

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Hotel Niles was a wonderful experience. The staff were knowledgable and incredibly helpful and accommodated us at all times. The breakfast was delicious and readily available - the rooftop terrace provides a spectacular view. The gym, common areas and lobby are beautiful and open spaces. The hotel is centrally located and one can get anywhere by foot […] or train easily. Read more

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The regular suite is small but comfortable; however, the bathroom is incredibly cramped. The best feature of the hotel is the daily breakfast in the rooftop cafe, with an impressive view of the neighborhood and the Bosphoros.

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The Hotel Niles is a nice reasonably priced hotel in a very central location in Istanbul. The staff was friendly and helpful and the rooftop breakfast nook was delightful with lovely views of the Sea of Marmara. The main complaint I had was that I was visiting in the off season and the hotel was perfoming renovations that lead to a noisy day time experience. […] To be fair, the renovations stopped by 5PM and are likely to be completed by the time high season starts, but I would call ahead if noise level is a concern to see if renovations are still in progress. Read more

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I stayed at Niles Hotel just for a weekend, as a quick getaway while I was working in Denmark. Overall the staff was very nice and hotel was well kept. It's not as modern as other hotels, and the walk down the hill from the rail line will catch you off guard the first time around, but other than that it's a very quaint, very comfortable hotel. I was […] not blown away by the hotel, and therefore would probably look elsewhere if I go back to Istanbul. Read more

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I was in the junior suite which was kept immaculate. This entire staff always went above and beyond. Only an easy 15 minute walk to most of the major sites and 24 hour terrace was just aces. No view from your room to speak of but everything else definitely lived up to all the positive reviews. Highly reccommended. Nicest group of people I have ever […] met at a hotel. Read more

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We had a wonderful time in the hotel, all the staff was gracious and kind. It is approximately three blocks from the F1 Tram Stop that will take you to all the sites. Or you can walk, it will take about 15 minutes. The buffet breakfast was filling and the balcony had wonderful views.

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Very attentive and knowledgeable hotel staff

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Another couple and my husband and I stayed at Hotel Niles from 9-12 November. The interior of the hotel is very charming and very "istanbul", not tacky and "90's" modern like many other hotel front desk areas. We loved the breakfast room on the roof and the lounging areas downstairs where we enjoyed complimentary Turkish coffees, apple teas, and turkish […] delight whenever we returned from our journeys. Free water, fruit and simit was available as well for snacking. The staff is outstanding. Service is impeccable. The rooms are small but, they were very clean and maid service was fantastic. The breakfast was delicious and filling- eggs, homemade breads, jams, yogurt, fresh fruit, coffee, cheeses, etc. Looking out over the Bosphorous every morning was amazing. We will stay here again if we return to Istanbul. Read more

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Very good! The staff was very friendly and accomadating. They made me feel very comfortable. I especially enjoyed the breakfast on rooftop with a lovely view of the water.I would recommend this hotel to most people, except for those who are looking for upscale services

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From the moment we walked into the lobby we felt welcomed and knew we had made the right choice! The rooftop terrace was our favorite spot.

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Absolutely one of the best hotel experiences we have had. Location impeccable and puts you right near all the big sights, but nestled on a quieter street. Service was perfect balance of helpful and friendly without being overbearing. The highlight was the rooftop terrace open 24 hours with service. We spent two nights getting takeout and ordering beer […] from the hotel whole enjoying one of the best views in the city right upstairs from our room. Would recommend to anyone visiting Istanbul. Read more

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This hotel was in a great location, right next to the grand bazaar and the tram which takes you wherever you need to go. The condition of the hotel was poor, I would have to say, but it worked for us as we focus more on the location than the room. They need to upgrade the hotel. If you are looking for a room that is spacious and comfortable, don't stay […] here, but if you are looking for a hotel in a great location, as you won't be in the hotel much, then this is the place to be. Read more

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The six of us all enjoyed our stay at Niles very much! The staff were extremely helpful, besides helping us with orientations in the city(which can be really confusing!), they even helped us making reservations at restaurants and planning trips! I caught a bad cold during my last day in Istanbul, but the medicine and hot tea they gave me made me feel […] so much better! The rooftop bar/restaurant is also very cute. We had quite a few complimentary Turkish coffee and amazing apple tea, thanks to the super friendly staff. The rooms are really clean and very well kept. The hotel is less than 5mins to the tram station and about 15mins to all the sights. I never write any reviews for anything, but our stay was ao pleasant that I felt the urge to comment! If you want to stay in the old city, hotel Niles is the one! Read more

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Well placed for visiting old Istanbul. Extremely helpful staff. Good value.

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Staff was so very very friendly - really amazing. The small rooms aren't great but the suites are spectacular at a great price.

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The hotel was extremely clean and comfortable, and the staff was very friendly. The location is close to the Grand Bazaar with a slightly obstructed view of the sea from the rooftop restaurant. Morning breakfasts were fine. The overall value was good, though it seemed slightly more expensive as compared to two other hotels we also stayed at during our […] stay. Read more

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The courtesy and hospitality of the staff negate any possible downsides of the hotel. The rooftop is a hit! You can have breakfast, dinner, drinks, relax, work from the wi-fi - anything you ask. The rooms are small and the area is a little bit old and busy but the atmosphere of the hotel is very different. All of the staff will go out of your way to […] make sure you have everything you need and even take an interest in your safety. Internet connectivity is awesome and available throughout the hotel. Excellent choice Read more

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From the first moment when we arrived we were welcomed with apple tea and given a place to sit and rest. The staff went out of their way often to be of help to us and they gave good leads for neighborhood travel and experience. We were given a special young man to help us with airport connections and other needs. He was wonderful.

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The Hotel was great, the staff were more then fantastic and did everything they could to help us. I would definitely go the The Niles again, it is also in a great location, spotlessly clean and the breakfasts were great.

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We were extremely pleased with this hotel. We were offered apple tea and Turkish delight on checki-in. Very courteous staff. The chambermaid organized all our belongings and folded our clothes and made the room spotless. The breakfast on the roof deck was delicious with a full buffet of fruits, vegetables, breads, eggs, pastries,and good coffee. The […] free Internet was speedy. The decor is traditional and quaint. Our transfer to the airport at 4 AM was arranged for us and we were given coffe and sandwiches to go. Would highly recommend this hotel. . Read more

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I really enjoyed my stay! The staff is awesome, friendly, and always ready to help you get around. The hotel has great charm in it's decor and a very lovely indoor garden cafe. My room was small but quaint and comfortable. I will definitely return.

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The staff went out of their way to be helpful. It is an exceedingly quiet street despite the many shops. The room used for eating on the roof had spectacular views of ships.

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I spent three nights in Niles Hotel in June 2012. The location of the hotel is great. It is 3 minutes walk to the Tram that takes you almost everywhere. The staff is one of the biggest assest of this hotel. Breakfast on the roof-top was great. This hotel has a nice small gym. Unfortunately, I did not learn about it until the last day.

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My wife and i recently stayed her for 5 days and we couldn't be happier. Our room was small, but comfortable - just what we wanted, since we spent little time in the room. The staff went out of their way to make us feel at home, and the fact that we only spoke Englsh was no problem. The breakfast is served in an enclosed porch on the roof, which gives […] you beautiful vistas as you have your breakfast. The foold was extremely fresh and had something for everyone. I loved the freshly baked cakes they served and even got the recipe from the chef. In addition, I my wife and I felt very safe when walking the streets, day or night. One very nice feature, is that they have arrangements with some of the restaurants for FREE taxi service, to and from the restaurant. We used this twice, and the food at both restaurants was excellent. Finally, the location is very close to the tourist areas, so you can easily walk to them or the tram. We would definitely stay here again and would highly recommend it. Tom & June Read more

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Loved the hotel, staff was very nice and helpful. Hotel room was on the small side but we were in Istanbul to sight see so we didn't spend much time in the room. I must point out that there are actually 3 different room types at the Nile. I wish I would have understood that prior to booking because i would have selected the next room up. Our room had […] a very tiny bathroom and a tiny bed. The roof top terrace was amazing. Breakfast every morning and we enjoyed drinks on the roof overlooking the water. Great location, very easy to get around and get to the metro. My only complaint (and perhaps its just boutique hotels) is that when we went to check out and wanted a cab to take us to another location, we were told that the location we were going to wasn't far away and we could take the metro. Had to lug two suitcases plus backpacks (two people) each onto the metro for a stop 14 stops away. Read more

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The Niles Hotel is close to the center of Istanbul, but it's also a lovely oasis of calm and beauty. Breakfast on the terrace was exquisite, and the staff were very attendant to all our needs.

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We loved this hotel from the moment we walked in to the sad day we had to say good bye. You should not pass on this sweet and charming hotel nestled behind the Grand Bazaar. Enjoy the abundant breakfast and incredible service. The rooms in the older section aren't drop dead gorgeous but the price is right. And you don't even need to stay inside - you're […] in Istanbul!!! Read more

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We were being taken advantage of by a taxi driver .Kemal came to our rescue. He spoke with the driver and told us the correct amount to give him. 20 euro less than the driver wanted. We were very upset when we got there ready to find the first plane back to united states. He sat us down offered us tea and breakfast. Everyone in the hotel made us feel […] so welcome.. We had just left a cruise ship of 24 days and this hotel was exactly what we needed. They arranged everything else we needed for our trip, guide, shuttle to restaurants. Wonderful people in a wonderful hotel. Kemal and associates saved our trip. Read more

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Great helpful staff, after the first day greeting us by name. Simple adequate breakfast. Very comfortable road. Complimentary drinks on the roof terrace with a sunset an unexpectedly nice touch.

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Absolutely brilliant!! Starting with the staff that met us at the front door when we first arrived to breakfast crew and including the room cleaning crew they were all fantastic. They could not have been more helpful and pleasant. Tea was, of course, always available in the lobby no matter the time of our arrival or departure for the day, but there […] was so much more than that. They explained how we got tokens for the bus; the best way to get to certain places of interest rather off the beaten track that my wife and I particularly wanted to see. They called travel agencies when our plans changed, and they constantly appeared cheerful, helpful and willing to go above and beyond no matter the time, the situation or the circumstance. ABSOLUTELY MARVELOUS! Read more

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Great location--easy walk down to the historic sites (Aya Sofia, Blue Mosque, etc.). The staff is very friendly and very helpful with directions, restaurant recommendations, etc. The rooms are small but very clean, simple and comfortable. Each room has a safe big enough to fit an iPad and other small electronics. A great bargain for the price!

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The location is very good, just 200mts from Beyasit tramway station, 5min from Grand Bazaar and 10min from BlueMosque/HagaSophia. Couple of convenience stores only at 200mts and restaurants within 5min walk (even a Burger King, in case you are a lousy native of the US that cannot adapt to loacl habits and survives only with nothing but your crappy regular […] habits). It's worth mentioning the staff, always in a great mood to answer your questions, give advice, etc. The reception has a computer with web access also very useful. They sent me a huge cab to pick up at airport for euro25 and euro 20 to get back (almost same price as a regular street cab). The restaurant/breakfast room is quite small but nice, pretty well served. Our room was quite small, and that's the only minus of the hotel I can mentioned. I truly recommend it. Read more

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Stayed in one of the suites and found it to be large, comfortable, and over all a beautiful place to stay and an excellent value. The location (Beyazit) is quiet at night, but its a close walk to restaurants, the grand bazaar, and sultanahmet.

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Niles hotel is nice, clean and close to all attractions. It is minutes away to most historical places, and 2-minute away from the tramway and busses. One thing may not please my fellow Americans who are used to large spaces. This is Istanbul where every inch is utilized. Rooms and bathrooms are small but this is the case in all hotels in this historical […] district where real estate is very expensive. Hotel has very friendly staff and good breakfast. It offers also free wireless internet but the signal may not be strong in all rooms. Read more

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Very kindness staffs, comfortable room and excellent food. However, the location is so-so, need more 2%. :) If you have some problem of your body and legs, you can't choice this hotel. But your young traveler or feel young, good to you go to everywhere. Very easy to go the Blue Mosque and grand bazar. And I very appricate to every staffs for your […] kindness, faithfully heart. Read more

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We had a great stay at the Niles Hotel in Istanbul. The hotel is very charming and the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed the rooftop terrace for complimentary morning breakfast and afternoon turkish tea. The grand bazaar is extremely close by which is great if it's a stop on your list but a little bothersome if you […] don't want to be haggled by street vendors going to and from the hotel. Other than that i couldn't recommend the place enough. Read more

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We had a great stay at the Niles Hotel in Istanbul. The hotel is very charming and the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed the rooftop terrace for complimentary morning breakfast and afternoon turkish tea. The grand bazaar is extremely close by which is great if it's a stop on your list but a little bothersome if you […] don't want to be haggled by street vendors going to and from the hotel. Other than that i couldn't recommend the place enough. Read more

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I usually like to support family owned businesses and pick small, intimate hotels to stay in. This, and the hotel description and pictures presented on Expedia, made the Niles seems like a good fit. However, the location is off the main road and on an extremely cramped, noisy and dirty street. My room was on the second floor which was really the first […] floor and was right on the side walk and very noisy. The hotel is very old and although the reception area is small, it's authentic and clean. The rest of the hotel needs a serious update. My room was cramped, bathroom was tiny, wallpaper in bad condition, tv not working, some lights not working, no kleenex in the room. The roof top area where breakfast was served looked deceiving in the picture. The view they show is if you are standing and maybe from a table or two if you are sitting. The included breakfast was good and they had beautiful birds in cages that provided lovely singing and chirping. The staff were pleasant and helpful, however I found it difficult to communicate with one of the front desk employees and got a bit frustrated. I believe that the front desk staff need to speak good, clear English. Overall the hotel was not bad, but I would not recommend it. There are so many hotels to choose from that I would not pick one in the side streets. If I go back, I would pick one on Ordu, which is the main road in that area. Niles might be a good fit for other travelers, but unfortunately it was not for me. Read more

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We chose this hotel because the numerous pictures on the website made it appear that the rooms would be beautiful. This is not the case. The room that we were provided was big enough to hold a double bed and small sitting chair. It was difficult for two of us to be standing in the room at the same time. One of us would need to lay in bed while the other […] person was walking around the room. I asked why the rooms didn't look like the pictures on the website and they told me that the pictures on the website were of the two suites. I was very dissapointed with this hotel because it was not what I was expecting. Read more

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Near most all of the tourist spots in the old city. Staff is great and is always helpful.

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This is a very decent hotel. It's reasonably priced, and the location is good.

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