Name: Radisson Blu Hotel, President Old Town Istanbul
Address: Tiyatro Beyazit, 25, Istanbul, 34126, TR

10/10

Exceptional

14 Nov 2025

Gulsen

It was a good hotel, great staff good location.

6/10

Pleasant

14 Nov 2025

Suzanne

Hotel was in a good central location for our needs. Staff were friendly but not very knowledgeable or helpful when it came to questions about attractions in the area.

However when checking out and needing a cab, one of the doorman offered to call one for us. However we soon realized he was scamming us by calling a “friend” who needed 20 minutes to arrive and who wanted 20 Euros for a trip that should cost about 5 Euros. We simply walked to the corner and immediately hailed a yellow taxi that took us to our destination at a standard/cheaper metered rate.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Nov 2025

Marium

The room was clean, staff were friendly. The shower was not great.
We had issues with our room door, this was resolved very quickly by the hotel staff.
The rooftop bar was nice, with friendly staff.
Location was great. Walkable to all main sites.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Oct 2025

Felicisima

Staff are very nice excellent service

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

26 Oct 2025

Maylen

“The service was great, but the hotel needs maintenance. The carpets in the hallways are dirty and have a bad smell, and the breakfast is very poor with nothing international.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Oct 2025

Donna

The staff very friendly and helpful

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

07 Oct 2025

Yegor

The hotel is outdated and definitely not a 4 star rating.
Bathrooms are old and cracking. The noisy from outside is doesn’t allow you to sleep. The spa facility closes at 7 pm and is very outdated. Not worth the money.

Business_and_leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

06 Oct 2025

Michelle

Staff tried their best. Breakfast was one of the best. Old building

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

04 Oct 2025

Ibidolapo

yes

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2025

Naci

Very convenient location walking distance to most of the historical places and rail stations is only 1 minute walking distance

Business Self

8/10

Excellent

22 Sep 2025

sue

Room was spacious and bed was super comfortable. Excellent location to Grand Bazaar. Staff friendly and helpful. Drinks and eat in option was very expensive. Pool was too cold to swim in.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Sep 2025

Airin

It was good, breakfast and views were good, the room was just a little too loud from the outside noise

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2025

Rajat

Right Place to stay

Very well located, and good food witha beautiful view from the rooftop restaurant.

Business Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2025

Emrah

Great location, very convenient for getting around. The staff were always friendly and helpful, always willing to assist with anything we needed. Really appreciated their hospitality!

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

31 Aug 2025

Iso

Stay was good but needs improvement in service

The worst part is someone from front desk created Radisson reward account on my behalf, without my permission nor authorization
I specifically answered NO when we checked in.
As soon as we checked out this morning account was created
I received an email fro Radisson to confirm creation of the account.
I walked into hotel 2 nights ago very thirsty and asked for water but front desk said they will send bottles of water to our room which was never delivered to us, we were forced to drink tap water

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2025

Trina

Room was suitable. Very clean. Kind of tight. WiFi was sufficient. Outlets were sufficient. Shower was lovely. Rooms were cleaned everyday. Breakfast was a hit every day. The area is walkable. Very close to grand bazaar and transportation. I found ride share options to be very affordable. I loved this hotel. I would stay again

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

25 Aug 2025

Talha

Staff is one of the friendliest that I have come across. They ensure that all guests are well looked after and comfortable.

The hotel is situated on a hill, but its not far to walk to the main street and trams. The location for me was perfect as it had a good combination of being close to liveliness but far enough away that you dont hear any of the noise.

The hotel facilities are a bit dated and could do with a bit of a revamp. The beds are not the most comfortable, but its not bad either. That being said, the staff always ensure that the hotel is neat, tidy and clean

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2025

Roselys

Great hotel

10/10

Exceptional

18 Aug 2025

Babar

\"From the food to the housekeeping, every aspect of our experience was exceptional. The front desk and general staff were incredibly helpful, consistently demonstrating genuine hospitality. Their attentiveness and professionalism truly made our stay outstanding.\"
Siddiqui family

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

14 Aug 2025

Roberto

Great hotel

6/10

Pleasant

05 Aug 2025

Laleh

Everything about my stay was good, except the hotel was very busy and seems primarily designed for business travelers. Although I traveled to Istanbul for business, I really wanted to enjoy my leisure time. However, the sauna and pool were closed for the rest of the day, which was quite annoying. On a positive note, the breakfast was great. If you’re requesting a sea view, make sure to choose a hotel that truly offers a real sea view without too many other properties blocking the view from your window. One more thing: the walls are not soundproof, which made it inconvenient to hear noises from other rooms.

Business_and_leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

04 Aug 2025

RAJENDRA

Hotel is nice and clean but street is too dirty.

Leisure Family

4/10

Poor

29 Jul 2025

Chih

Check out time was 12, we had two rooms, it was 15 till noon and someone was outside our rooms, told us to get out. She entered one of our rooms and told my family to leave immediately. Then the lady stood outside our other room next door, with a straight face. I had to talk to the front desk about this outrageous attitude and treatment.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

24 Jul 2025

Jill

Beds very old and uncomfortable
Staff very nice
Right on a steep hill and hard walking around the street
Breakfast pretty average

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Jul 2025

Miranda

We enjoyed our stay at the Radisson. We liked that it’s within walking distance to many shops, Grand Bazaar and restaurants. We will definitely stay there again if we go back. The only downside is the AC could’ve been a bit colder, I don’t think it was working properly. The amenities in the bathroom was not refilled when emptied.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

23 Jul 2025

Tawfiq

Room needed little more attention

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jul 2025

Maria Nereyda Manzo

Very easy to wak any where

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jul 2025

Jimmy

Wonderful location close to many main historical sites, shops, restaurants and public transportation. The hotel itself is very clean, personnel were very kind and helpful, and the rooms full of facilities and technology. The street is not very clean by the end of the day, it is not garbage but pieces of cardboard and plastic left by some shop vendors. Humid zone should be open until 10pm (it closes at 7pm) as most turists return to the hotel around 6pm.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

11 Jul 2025

Niazur

Great location, hotel is average, decent but nothing amazing

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2025

J S

Top Spot

Good hotel in excellent Old Town location. Sea View Suite with Balcony is pick of the accommodation options.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jun 2025

Mary

Convenient location, clean room, charming and helpful staff, restaurants with views on site. Would stay here again. Quality met American standards

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2025

Usama

Comfortable rooms. Great breakfasts on the top floor with stunning views over the water.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2025

Annette

Room 202 is near lift and service area room not sound proof expect noise :(. pool is under glass roof, cold but nice once in :) room good and comfortable but no balcony all in all a very comfortable stay :)

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2025

Trevor

Good location. Helpful staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2025

olga

Great hotel in perfect location

8/10

Excellent

05 Jun 2025

faiyaz

Hotel is good. Location is good. Staffs are very nice, gentle, especially ms Alara. She was always helpful. I love the breakfast.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2025

Vicki

Service was out standing. So convenient to nearby tourist spots and transport

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

19 May 2025

Obando

I understand that the AC doesn't work in April, however, the city itself is too loud to keep the windows open, especially with the calls to prayer made 5 times a day, including those made at surise. Besides, some nights I was sweating even with the window completely open.
Having the windows open also comes with insects getting in your room. This only happened onces.
I would still repeat and recommend this hotel.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2025

Iraida

The perfect location and the professional staff. We got an upgrade and it was magnificent. Will return.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

09 May 2025

Emer

We really liked the location of the hotel. Close to a tram and the Grand Bazaar.
The choice at breakfast was good. Lots of fresh items hot and cold.
We ate in the Teras restaurant on our final night. The food was very nice, staff attentive and the views and sunset was fantastic.
We enjoyed having to pool to take a dip in after long days of walking and exploring the city.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2025

Michael

Well located. Hotel could do with a bit of a facelift. However I loved my room, it was bright and big enough, would definitely book again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2025

Birmania

it was very good

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2025

Iraida

Excellent property. Close to everything. Walkable and safe. Hotel is beautiful. Rooms are dated but they are clean. We received excellent customer service. Roof top restaurant and bar is fantastic!

Leisure Friends

2/10

Poor

23 Apr 2025

Ramin

I’d never book a hotel period, in this part of Istanbul.

Business_and_leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Apr 2025

Miriam

Easy access, clean, friendly staff, close to most of the popular attractions,

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2025

Matthew

Excellent location to explore. Hotel was a little dated but you could say it was 90’s chic :-)

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

16 Apr 2025

Jeannie janet

Lovely front of house staff were absolutely fantastic and nothing was too much trouble. The housekeeping staff also lovely and so helpful. Just one particular member of the waiting staff in the terrace restaurant was insistent on getting a tip for waiting on us and asked us several times even though we hadn't finished our meal. This one member of staff unfortunately has put us off ever going back.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2025

Lintha

Very close to tram station and many choices to eat

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2025

Petra

The property and staff was great! My room location had amazing views. The location of the hotel is close to a lot of attractions

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

30 Mar 2025

imad

Room allocated, not that great. Car access to hotel is restricted. Taxis usually drop off customers one or two blocks away

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

30 Mar 2025

Tatiana

Really liked the quality of the hotel. Clean. Staff is friendly and speaks multiple languages. Room have family suits so it was perfect for us. Two rooms with the door in between. We also asked for an extra bed for someone who stayed with us not the entire time and they provided with no issues. Liked the breakfast buffet. You can find food even for picky eaters. Roof top restaurant excellent view any time of the day. In good weather you can enjoy sitting outside. Food in the restaurant nothing special and overpriced but convenient. Food is defo very Americanised and europenised. However, I don’t like potatoes or fries, but theirs was good. Good menu selection of food and wine. The hotel also provided us with the link to taxi service. We were a group of 6 including a child. So it was worth it for us for airport pick up and drop off and we did one trip. Location is great, we just walked everywhere. Overall satisfied with our stay.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

23 Mar 2025

Alvin

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The staff were incredibly helpful and attentive, making my experience smooth and enjoyable. Their dedication to excellent service really stood out and made a positive impression. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a welcoming and supportive environment during their stay! Big shout out to Alper at reception who was very helpful. I also appreciated staff who brought milk for my little one every day. Hotel is close to the tram and all the famous attractions.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

25 Feb 2025

Steven

Super stay and very hospitable and super safe.

Azim was the best in guest relations. He was concerned about our experience. We stayed for 2 nights and decided to stay for another night and they gave us an upgraded room with a view. The pool was great and the massage was reasonable. Breakfast was great. If we ever return to Istanbul we will for sure stay at the Radisson Inn.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

23 Feb 2025

Colin

Great location for accessing the sites, also very close to the useful T1 tram. Showing its age a little, great staff and facilities.

Leisure Family_with_children

4/10

Poor

23 Feb 2025

Shabana

My stay at this hotel in Istanbul was disappointing due to constant noise issues and poor customer service.

On the first night, I was placed in a first-floor room, where outside noise and disturbances from the floor below made it impossible to sleep. The next day, I requested a room change and was moved to the fifth floor. Unfortunately, the problems continued—rowdy guests next door argued loudly and even smashed things. Although the hotel staff were informed and called to ask them to stop, the noise persisted.

The new room faced the roadside, leading to further disruption from late-night traffic. Additionally, events from the dining area above added to the disturbance, making restful sleep difficult. Throughout the stay, Expedia provided no helpful support, which only added to the frustration.

Overall, the lack of effective management and poor customer service from both the hotel and Expedia made for an unpleasant experience. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone seeking a peaceful and well-managed stay in Istanbul.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

22 Feb 2025

Cordelia

I stayed here on a recent visit to Istanbul, and it met the needs of my stay. It is very quiet, but also very close to the tramway line and the tourist area of the city. Check-in and check-out were easy, and the room was a comfortable place to rest after many hours of site-seeing each day. I would stay here again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Feb 2025

Verified traveler

Excellent location and great service

Great stay with the family and ideally located! Great service and staff were brilliant

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Feb 2025

Marcus

Very much enjoyed my stay. The service is the best I've received in turkey

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

13 Feb 2025

Atif

Good, close to transport.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

13 Feb 2025

Atif

Good, close to Blue Mosque and trains

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Feb 2025

Irene

Lovely hotel, really nice staff and the service was amazing…nothing was too much for the staff to do.
Thank you very much!

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

06 Feb 2025

Mohammed Doras

Very enjoyable stay.
Staff are extremely helpful and friendly.

Thank you

Leisure Self

8/10

Excellent

26 Jan 2025

Linda

Convenient to tram and friendly staff

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jan 2025

Arjun

Amazing location, good breakfast and courteous staff.

Leisure Family_with_children

6/10

Pleasant

23 Jan 2025

adel

3 stars

Business Self

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jan 2025

Raid

Very good hotel

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jan 2025

Raid

Very good hotel..staff are amazing

10/10

Exceptional

12 Jan 2025

Maria Sol

i will come back great stay!!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

31 Dec 2024

Yahya Mohamed

Nice hotel and friendly staff, excellent spa services specifically the massage lady from Bali!

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

29 Dec 2024

Y

I don’t recommend to stay here

The hotel is pretty old. I booked two nights here. One was from the Raddison website. They didn’t offer any upgrade to the gold members. And their spa opens at 10 am and closes at 7 pm. It is ridiculous as most tourists are out during those hotels. The rubbish bin in the room was very old and dirty. And the restaurant staff “ implied” there was no “ service fee” included and we can only pay cash ( in fact they wanted tips). It is not a good choice to stay there at all

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Dec 2024

Claudia

Claudia from California!

All the places are within walking distance: the Grand Bazaar is a two-minute walk away, the Blue Mosque is a 16-minute walk away, and the food at the hotel was excellent! The room was impeccably clean and disinfected.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Dec 2024

JUAN

Very good

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

25 Dec 2024

Selda

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We stayed here for four nights in December. Our room was clean and in good repair, with a powerful shower, and the overall cleaning service was very good. However, the air-conditioning did not work in the room, and we were baking to the extent that we could not sleep for the first two nights, which is not great when traveling with children as it ruins your holiday. The central air-conditioning is only set to hot in winter, and the radiators are switched on, which led me to search for alternative accommodation on the first night. I asked reception for a fan, which they promptly brought, making the heat more tolerable.

On the second day, we were not left three bottles of water; one had likely been drunk by room service due to the room being so hot! On the third day, we weren't left any water in the room, despite it being extremely hot again. The gym had a small indoor pool; we went there once with the kids, who did jump in even though it was very cold (not a heated pool). The hot tub was working but missing a pillow section on one side, and the steam room was out of service. There is a small area where the hotel leaves water and fruit at set times (1 o'clock). It would cost very little to have a tea/coffee station for guests and level up the hospitality. The staff were absolutely lovely and helpful at all times. The location is amazing, with everything in the Sultanahmet region within walking distance and a nearby

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Dec 2024

Marawan

Hotel is outdated but overall good experience
Breakfast is great and the staff is friendly

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Dec 2024

emine

Great location, brilliant hotel and amazing staff!! Definitely recommend!!

Business_and_leisure

10/10

Exceptional

02 Dec 2024

mandeep

Really good hotel and staff

8/10

Excellent

01 Dec 2024

Champa Kiran

The hotel was really good but breakfast we found cold when it should have been hot . The staff was helpful and friendly.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Nov 2024

Lesley

Very close to all the attractions, and transportation.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Nov 2024

SONIA

Conveniently located and great value

We arrived at 08:45 and thought we'd have to wait until the afternoon to check-in. But we were given a room straight away. The reception staff were very helpful, courteous and professional. The room we were given smelt of bad drains so they immediately ordered us an alternative and a complementarity breakfast as the alternative room wasnt going to be ready unti after 11am. This gave us time to walk the 5 minutes to the Grand Bazaar.
The alternative room was fine. The breakfast was of high standard and the restaurant staff were very attentive.

The only down size was the extortionate prices in the hotel British style pub. Just under £7 for a regular 300cl glass of beer.

We purchased the prepaid top up travel cards for the tram and ferry.

Take a 20 minute trip via the ferry to the Asian side where prices for food and shopping is more competitive.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

22 Nov 2024

Fabrizio

Decent place in good location. Maybe a bit of refurbishment would be good though. Property slightly outdated.

Business_and_leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

20 Nov 2024

Neville James

Room was incredibly hot and AC could not cool, had to keep window open.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Nov 2024

Raul

Vip was not recognize after staying 11 days

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Nov 2024

Brian

Excellent, staff very attentive.
Breakfast fantastic.
Only downside was The London Pub on the premises. Great building but very few customers and no atmosphere. Hardly surprising at their inflated prices. Half the prices, advertise, fill the place up and it would be a great venue.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

14 Nov 2024

Omar Cassim

Good clean hotel with excellent location

Business Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Nov 2024

Jun

The hotel is in the center of everything ..touristic area and all the historical places /structures are within a walking distance gr the hotel..the staff are very good attending to everyone’s needs. Special mention to the crew at the 6th floor where I always have my breakfast..Special mention to Azim and the rest of the crew ok f the restaurant..Kudos to the management who made my stay memorable..Invited my sister and brother in law to visit next year and highly recommends this hotel.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2024

Sarah

Near tourist attractions (easy to walk everywhere). Safe area. Tram about 100 meters from hotel if needed and each trip about 20cents AUS. Staff at desk helpful for all booking and advise. Only thing to note is the pool was very cold. Breakfast great selection and worth paying. Bottled water every day in room and plenty in foyer to take on outings. Fabulous stay. Locals also very friendly and helpfully with directions while out of hotel. Highly recommended coming to Istanbul for a holiday.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Nov 2024

Kurt

All the sights were in walking distance from the hotel

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Oct 2024

JILSON

We booked for two nights but house keeping didn't replenish coffee sachets, no dental kit available in the toilet. There was no mirror in the bedroom for make up, need to use bathroom mirrors. Staffs were nice.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2024

H r

Great customer wervice

Third time in this hotel, will be coming again. All good , special mention to Azim who goes the extra mile, thanks

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2024

Ola

Best of the best

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2024

Yuan Shin

The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. The hotel is located nearby a tram station. Very good for getting around. The hotel offers a drink of infused water and green apples at the lobby, it is great for us because after coming back to hotel, we were often thirsty:)

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

21 Oct 2024

Karl

Raddison Old town is nearby to the grand bazaar.
Public transport (Tram) is nearby.
Staff were accommodating and a lot of amnesties available.

I would highly recommend.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

18 Oct 2024

Ionela

Terrible sofa bed ,run out off toilet paper, ask receptionist to bring some ,they send only one roll knowing that we were 3 people in two bedrooms suite , my daughter is 15. Asked for extra bathroom towels they said we can’t have any extra…

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2024

Colin

Friendly staff, excellent location and walking distance to many of the “must see” places.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2024

Connie

Loved the rooftop restaurant with amazing views. Also loved the massage treatment.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 Oct 2024

Fani

Excellent hotel in a great location. Within walking distance to the blue Dom and all around the city. Great customer service. Highly recommended,

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

07 Oct 2024

CAROLINE

Lovely friendly staff and a great location within a ten min walk of Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia and Basilica Cistern. Our sea view room was spacious enough for a city break & very clean with good facilities although bathroom a little tired looking. The breakfast room and choice of food is excellent. Avoid the bar if you want to save money as drinks are extremely expensive. Would definitely recommend this hotel and would stay again 🙂

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Oct 2024

Hossein

The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of most historical sites. The breakfast was excellent, and the staff were helpful and friendly, especially Azim from the front desk who provided super assistance.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

30 Sep 2024

Farid

Location, location, location
Very central location with easy access to all historical sites and transportation safe neighborhood nice breakfast buffet and restaurant. Nothing hifi but average. Amenities no upgrade was offered and only twin bed was available which was a disappointment.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2024

Emma

Nice place to stay, staff very friendly, restaurant on top was very good. Needs a bit renovation, bathroom was old and not properly working.

Leisure Family