Anemon GalatavsThe Kybele Hotel
Both properties are recommended by travel writers. On balance, Kybele Hotel ranks marginally better than Anemon Galata. Kybele Hotel comes in at #40 in Istanbul with positive reviews from 6 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Rough Guide and Fodor's.
Anemon Galata
Bereketzade Mah. Buyuk Hendek Cad. No:5 Arapcami, Beyoglu, Istanbul 34420, Turkey
From $39/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The restoration of this 19th-century neighborhood gem was at the forefront of the revival of Galata." Full review
Time Out
"Just 270 yards from the historic Galata Tower, this hotel features deluxe accommodation and its rooftop restaurant offers absolutely stunning views of old Istanbul and the Golden Horn." Full review
Star Service
"The decor is crisp and modern, and the views are definitely camera-worthy. Over this room broods the Tower, so close you could almost reach out and touch it. " Full review
Fodor's
"An attractively renovated, century-old building so close to the 14th-century Galata Tower that you can almost reach out and touch it, the Anemon Galata provides plenty of old-world charm." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Located on the attractive square surrounding Galata Tower, this wooden building dates from 1842 but has been completely rebuilt inside." Full review
The Kybele Hotel
Alemdar Mah. Yerebatan Cad. No:35 Sultanahmet, Fatih, Istanbul 34410, Turkey
From $33/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Rough Guide
"Atmospheric, unusual... The spacious rooms sport marbled wallpaper and old wood flooring."
Fodor's
"This charming little inn is best known for the incredible profusion of antique lamps—4,000 at last count—that hang from the ceilings in the ornate, parlor-like lobby." Full review
Insight Guides
"Famous for its thousands of hanging glass lamps that even infiltrate the bedrooms, the Kybele, created out of a pair of townhouses, is a splash of colour both inside and out."
Lonely Planet
"The location near Aya Sofya is central, and the rooms, which feature cute marble bathrooms, are smallish but comfortable." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Sitting partly over Istanbul’s famous Basilica Cistern, the hotel is in easy walking distance from most major landmarks." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This tiny, multi-storied hotel is located in the heart of the tourist area. The antiques and craft items of every description create a homely and friendly atmosphere."