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Hotel AlpvsThe Bank Hotel Istanbul
Both properties are highly recommended by experts. On balance, Vault Karakoy, The House Hotel ranks significantly better than Hotel Alp. Vault Karakoy, The House Hotel is ranked #17 in Istanbul with approval from 8 publications such as Travel + Leisure, Star Service and The Telegraph.
Hotel Alp
Rough Guide
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Lonely Planet
Akbiyik Caddesi Adliye Sokak No 4, Sultanahmet, Istanbul 34490, Turkey
From $31/night
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Concierge
- Air Conditioning
- Minibar
- Breakfast included
Rough Guide "This fine establishment... is situated down a quiet lane. The smallish rooms are immaculately furnished, some with fourposter beds, and have a/c, wooden floors and tidy bathrooms."
Frommer's "A good budget option for couples traveling with or without children." Full review
DK Eyewitness "There are wonderful views from the roof terrace of this hotel hidden away behind the Blue Mosque."
Lonely Planet "The Alp lives up to its location in Sultanahmet's premier small-hotel enclave, offering a range of attractive, well-priced rooms." Full review
The Bank Hotel Istanbul
Star Service
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Oyster
The Telegraph
Travel + Leisure
Mr & Mrs Smith
U.S. News & World Report Travel + Leisure Frommer's Show All Reviews
Bankalar Caddesi No. 5, Istanbul 34421, Turkey
From $97/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service "The hotel will likely appeal to some of the same travelers who stay at the nearby Witt Istanbul, which is also stylish but has fewer facilities and a somewhat less convenient location." Full review
Fodor's "A mid-19th-century bank building near the Galata Bridge combines historical accents and contemporary design in comfortable, attractive rooms spread over two separate buildings." Full review
Jetsetter "Three or more nights in Istanbul's Karaköy, in a chic, design-savvy hotel, with breakfast and a welcome drink." Full review
Oyster Kid-Friendly
"The 63-room Vault Karakoy is a luxury boutique hotel situated in a former bank." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"A family-friendly Istanbul hotel with period charm, an atmospheric restaurant, a hammam and Golden Horn views." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The hotel's 63 rooms walk the line between elegant and contemporary with tall arched windows, and frescoed ceilings, and dark-stained wide-plank timber floors." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Classic architecture and charming historic features (including the eponymous vaults) but added plenty of modern delights: there’s a spa, stylish modern decor and even its own in-house art curator." Full review
U.S. News & World Report18.0
"Restored by well-known Turkish architect Han Tümertekin, The House Hotel Karaköy features several historic bank vaults, plus original ornamentation on its exterior. But the property's..." Full review
Travel + Leisure "A trendy boutique hotel located between the historic peninsula and the nightlife of Istiklal Caddesi. The eclectic design mixes the modern and the historic bones of the building "
Istanbul Travel Guide
August 16, 2021
Frommer's "There are several categories of rooms...but all have luxurious bathrooms clad with vibrantly hued Carrera marble and soothing rain showers, while bedrooms have proper desks, LCD televisions" Full review
