Blu Hotel, Istanbul ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Sahkulu Sokak 5, Istanbul, Turkey, 34421

Great

8.7

9.2

/10

“Nestled in a tranquil area, this hotel places you just minutes away from Istanbul's vibrant heart, making exploration a breeze.”view full review

Blu Hotel, a 4-star Istanbul hotel rated 8.7/10 on Booking.com, offers air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities in an elegant, traditional Galata building over 100 years old. The hotel features free WiFi, a terrace, and a garden.

Rooms & Amenities

Each air-conditioned room at Blu Hotel includes a flat-screen TV, safety deposit box, wardrobe, and private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Selected rooms also offer a balcony, providing views of the quiet street for relaxation.

Dining & Nearby Options

Blu Hotel features a coffee shop/café for casual dining and a bar for refreshments. Nearby restaurants include Guney Restaurant, Sahkulu Kahvecisi, and Mikla Restaurant, all within 0.5 miles, providing a variety of dining options.

Leisure & Attractions

Recreational opportunities at Blu Hotel include a terrace for guest enjoyment. Popular attractions such as Basilica Cistern and Sultanahmet District are within 1 miles, providing guests with easy access to cultural sites.

Services & Transportation

The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and paid airport shuttle service for convenience. Transportation options include Sishane-Zemin Istanbul subway station, just a 5-minute walk away, facilitating travel throughout the city.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Standard Queen Room

2 persons

165 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Double Room Balcony

2 persons

230 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe Queen Room

2 persons

230 sq. feet

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

I loved the spacious layout of the Deluxe Queen Room I stayed in. The natural light pouring in made it feel even more inviting. It truly enhanced my experience, allowing me to unwind fully during my stay.

Jessica Williams. USA, 2024-02-15read full review

Refreshing Showers

The shower facilities were excellent, with hot water flowing consistently. It made for a refreshing experience after long days of exploring the city, which I truly appreciated during my stay.

Tommy O'Connor. Ireland, 2024-05-23read full review

Charming Decor

I was really impressed with the stylishly renovated historic building. The decor in the living area reflects local culture beautifully, making my stay feel like a true immersion in the city's charm.

Sophie Parker. Canada, 2024-08-07read full review

Thoughtful Touches

While I don't personally need them, I noticed the special accommodations made for families with strollers, such as wider doorways and a cozy terrace. It shows a thoughtful design for all guests.

Gregory Allen. Australia, 2024-11-12read full review

What’s included

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Welcome drink

Dining

Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Sahkulu Sokak 5, Istanbul, Turkey, 34421

Map view

Sahkulu Sokak 5, Istanbul, Turkey, 34421

City landmarks

Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum

1.3 mi

Mosque

Blue Mosque

1.5 mi

Landmark

Basilica Cistern

1.3 mi

Square

Sultanahmet District

1.4 mi

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

1.1 mi

Museum

Topkapi Palace

1.6 mi

Gallery

Dolmabahce Palace

1.5 mi

Landmark

Topkapi Palace harem

1.6 mi

Bridge

Galata Bridge

4800 ft

Museum

Istanbul Archaeology Museums

1.6 mi

Landmark

Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami

1.4 mi

Museum

Museum of Innocence

3100 ft

Landmark

Historical Galatasaray Bath

3100 ft

Landmark

Istiklal Street

1.1 mi

Square

Republic Monument

1.4 mi

Museum

Pera Museum

3100 ft

Museum

Kariye Mosque

1.8 mi

Mosque

Rustem Pasha Mosque

4800 ft

Landmark

Galatasaray High School

3100 ft

Landmark

Historic Areas of Istanbul

1.3 mi

Landmark

Cicek Pasaji

3100 ft

Landmark

TGC Press Media Museum

1.3 mi

Mosque

Zeyrek Mosque

1.1 mi

Synagogue

Ashkenazi Synagogue of Istanbul

2600 ft

Gallery

SALT Galata

4800 ft

Nearby

Gallery

Istanbul Museum of Modern Art

2000 ft

Synagogue

Neve Shalom Synagogue

2000 ft

Gallery

Anna Laudel Contemporary

1300 ft

Serdari Ekrem Sok. Beyoglu Merkez

Crimea Memorial Church

900 ft

Museum

Galata Mevlevi Museum

2000 ft

Restaurants

Petti Rosso

100 ft

Sahkulu Mah. Gali Dede Cad. No: 56 - Galata - Beyoglu

Galatalife Cafe & Restaurant

400 ft

Luleci Hendek Caddesi 69/A

Guney Restaurant

700 ft

Kuledibi No:2 Beyoglu

Klee Coffee

200 ft

Sahkulu Mah. otcu sokak Ilk Belediye Cad. No: 5 Galata

Galata Sokak Kulubu

400 ft

Sahkulu Mahallesi

Cagri Karadeniz

400 ft

Sahkulu Mahallesi

Leb-i Derya

1500 ft

Istiklal Cad. Rumeli Han C Blok K:5 D:43 Beyoglu Merkez

Snog Roof & Bar

400 ft

Sahkulu Mahallesi

Getting around

City Centre

Istanbul24 min · 1.2 mi

Airports

Istanbul Airport (IST)66 min · 27.0 mi

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)67 min · 27.7 mi

Train

Sultanahmet Tram Station27 min · 1.4 mi

Laleli Tram Station28 min · 1.4 mi

Underground

Sishane Metro Station-Istiklal Street Exit3 min · 700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 11 am

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible at a location nearby at EUR 10 per day.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Dutch, Turkish

Number of rooms:

Former name

Inqlusif Hotel Galata

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Blu Hotel, Istanbul

About the Hotel

Rooms & Amenities

Dining & Nearby Options

Leisure & Attractions

Services & Transportation

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Price and Room Availability Calendar

What our guests says about facilities

General

Services

Dining

Children

Spa & Leisure

Room features

Bathroom

Media

Location

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