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The Kybele HotelvsGalata Antique Hotel
Kybele Hotel and Galata Antique Hotel are both endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Kybele Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to Galata Antique Hotel. Kybele Hotel comes in at #40 in Istanbul with accolades from 6 publications including Insight Guides, DK Eyewitness and Fodor's.
The Kybele Hotel
Rough Guide
Fodor's
Insight Guides
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
DK Eyewitness
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."
Galata Antique Hotel
Frommer's
Jetsetter DK Eyewitness Lonely Planet
Mesrutiyet Street No:119, Tunel - Beyoglu, Istanbul 34430, Turkey
From $47/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's "A friendly and convenient home base for any stay in Istanbul." Full review
Jetsetter "Neo-Renaissance mansion in Istanbul's boho Pera neighborhood, with period features and a rooftop bar." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This small, family-run boutique hotel is located in an Ottoman-French mansion designed by the famous architect Alexandre Vallaury."
Lonely Planet "The location, which is close to the Tünel station and a growing number of stylish cafes and boutiques, is excellent."
