Grand Hotel Gulsoy Old City, Istanbul
About the Hotel
Grand Hotel Gulsoy Old City - A 4-star city hotel with spa facilities, outdoor and indoor pools, and proximity to historical landmarks
This 4-star city hotel offers 156 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars, LED televisions with satellite channels, free WiFi, safes, and private bathrooms with rainfall showerheads. The on-site restaurant serves traditional Turkish and international cuisine through an open buffet with a variety of global flavors. Recreational facilities include a full-service spa offering massages, body treatments, facials, manicures, pedicures, a fitness center, sauna, hot spring bath, hammam, solarium, outdoor pool, and indoor pool. Grand Hotel Gulsoy Old City is a 5-minute walk from Vezneciler-Istanbul Universitesi station and 1 mile from Sultanahmet Tram, placing guests within walking distance of Grand Bazaar, Blue Mosque, Haghia Sophia, and Topkapı Palace. The Laleli district surrounding the property features numerous shops, café bars, and restaurants. Business amenities include a business center, meeting rooms, express check-in, and express check-out. Additional services include 24-hour reception, room service, concierge services, babysitting/childcare, luggage storage, and a hairdresser. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Grand Hotel Gulsoy.
Pros
Full-service spa with massages, body treatments, facials, and traditional hammam experiences
Multiple swimming options including outdoor pool, indoor pool, and children's pool
Walking distance to major historical attractions including Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque
24-hour front desk services with car and bicycle rental assistance
Comprehensive business facilities with meeting rooms and express check-in/check-out
Cons
Located 28 miles from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Situated in the bustling Laleli district with active commercial and nightlife surroundings
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Transportation and Accessibility
Transportation options
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Solarium
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Back massage
- Head massage
- Full body massage
- Foot massage
- Public Bath
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Trouser press
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
This hotel is a mixed bag. The rooms lack fresh air but are well-equipped, have new bed sheets, and some offer nice views. The service is a bit hit or miss with receptionists more interested in their phones than guests, but there are helpful staff members too. The location is convenient in the old city of Istanbul with many shops nearby, though it's in a safe area. The dining options are varied and include Turkish bakery products. Overall, there are positives and negatives to consider for your stay.
I truly enjoyed my stay at this hotel. The location was superb, surrounded by plenty of shops for shopping and right opposite a beautiful mosque. The rooms were cozy and had a lovely 'garden view' feel to them, making my mornings delightful. While the service was overall good, the receptionist could have been friendlier. The dining experience offered a variety of Turkish bakery products and a welcoming drink, creating a nice touch. The facilities were adequate, providing everything needed for a comfortable stay.
The hotel offers rooms with great views from high floors, but there is an issue with fresh air circulation. The rooms are very clean and suitable for families with children. The service requires improvement in customer interaction, especially at the reception. The location is safe and convenient, close to the old city of Istanbul and major tourist attractions. The dining options are varied, especially with Turkish bakery products. The facilities are well-maintained overall.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel, with clean and comfortable rooms providing a good view of the mosque but the service lacking friendliness and training in customer care. The location was convenient for exploring old Istanbul and its attractions, yet the dining options were limited despite the variety available. The facilities were satisfactory overall.
The hotel offers comfortable rooms with a view over the mosque, but lacks fresh air circulation. The queen-sized bed adds to the cozy stay. The service, though efficient, needs improvement in friendliness. The central location is ideal for exploring Istanbul, surrounded by shops and close to the metro. The dining experience offers a variety of Turkish bakery products. Overall, a good value for money with minor improvements needed.
I had a great stay at this hotel. It's located in the old city of Istanbul, which is perfect for exploring. The rooms are cozy and clean, offering a lovely view over the mosque. The dining experience was delightful with a variety of tasty Turkish bakery products. The service was a bit lacking, especially with the receptionist being distracted, but overall, a good value for the price.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location was excellent, right in the heart of Istanbul, but the lack of heating in the room was a downside. The service was a bit hit or miss, with some staff being attentive and others not so much. The dining options were good, especially the Turkish bakery products, but the view from some rooms was disappointing.
I found this hotel to be a mix of positives and negatives. On the plus side, the rooms were impeccably clean and included a useful additional emergency bed at no extra cost. However, the lack of any view whatsoever was a drawback during my stay.
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, with clean and comfortable rooms and friendly staff. However, the lack of a view from my room was a downside. The location was great for exploring the old city of Istanbul, although the receptionist could have been more attentive to guests.
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The location is superb, surrounded by shops in the old city of Istanbul. The rooms were cozy with a lovely view, but the receptionist would benefit from some friendliness training. The dining experience was delightful with various Turkish bakery products, yet a bit pricey. Overall, a great value for the money.
I had a lovely stay at the hotel, situated in the heart of Istanbul's old city with convenient access to plenty of shops. Despite some service improvement needed, especially in terms of customer care, the housekeeping and reception teams provided good service. The location was safe, central, and right across from a beautiful mosque. The dining experience offered various Turkish bakery products, welcoming drinks, and a great selection. The facilities were well-kept, making my overall stay enjoyable.
The hotel is located right opposite a mosque in the old city of Istanbul but remains close to many shops for shopping. The rooms are equipped with a queen-sized bed and new bed sheets, offering comfortable accommodation. The receptionist could be friendlier but the staff is helpful. The dining experience provides various Turkish bakery products, yet limited options for welcome drinks. The hotel's location in the center of Istanbul is convenient, near the metro station. However, the service could be more attentive, especially from the receptionists.
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