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Waw Hotel Galataport Istanbul, Istanbul

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About the Hotel

Haci Mimi Mh. Karabas St. No:8, Istanbul, Turkey

Waw Hotel Galataport is located in the vibrant Beyoglu district of Istanbul, a historic area characterized by lively cafes and bars. It is just 0.2 miles from the waterfront and a short distance from popular attractions like Istiklal Street and Tophane. The hotel is positioned as a modern haven that connects guests to the cultural depths of the city. Offering contemporary amenities, it caters to both leisure and business travelers in a bustling urban environment.

Location

Waw Hotel Galataport is situated in Taksim, a major transport hub connecting guests to various parts of Istanbul. The hotel's proximity to Tophane Tram Station allows easy access to the historic Sultanahmet district. Nearby landmarks also include St Anthony of Padua Church and the Museum of Innocence, all within a short walking distance. With a roundtrip airport shuttle service provided, transportation to and from the hotel is seamless.

Rooms

The hotel features a variety of units equipped with essential conveniences such as flat-screen TVs and safety deposit boxes. Many rooms include simple kitchenettes with mini fridges, providing added flexibility for guests. Premium bedding and air conditioning ensure a comfortable stay, while en-suite bathrooms come complete with showers and hair dryers. Some units also offer balconies or terraces, inviting guests to enjoy city views.

Eat & Drink

Waw Hotel Galataport does not operate an on-site restaurant but offers complimentary coffee and tea in common areas. There are numerous dining options within walking distance, including traditional Tophane cafes known for their flavored hookahs. Guests can also take advantage of a free grocery shopping service, making it easy to prepare meals in their kitchenettes. A free daily manager's reception further enhances the guest experience.

Leisure & Business

For leisure, guests can relax on the terrace while enjoying city views. The hotel provides bicycle and car hire services, facilitating exploration of the surrounding area. Business needs are met with conveniences such as free WiFi throughout the premises, alongside 24-hour front desk services that assist travelers. Dry cleaning and laundry services are also available for added convenience.

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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
Deluxe Queen Suite
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3 persons
25 m² 
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1 King Size Bed
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Superior Double Room
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2 persons
21 m² 
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1 King Size Bed
Landscape view
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Deluxe King Room
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2 persons
22 m² 
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City view
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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center
Istanbul 1.4 mi
Airports
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 26.4 mi
Istanbul (IST) 27.4 mi
Train
Sultanahmet Tram Station 1.4 mi
Metro stations
Sishane Metro Station-Istiklal Street Exit1700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • Non-smoking property
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Free off-site parking lot
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • Multilingual staff

Guest Parking

  • Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Paid city shuttle
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Bell staff/Porter

Dining

  • Coffee/Tea in lobby

Spa & Leisure

  • Television in lobby

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • In-room safe
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Location

Haci Mimi Mh. Karabas St. No:8, Istanbul, Turkey
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Haci Mimi Mh. Karabas St. No:8, Istanbul, Turkey
Nearby
Museums
Museum of Innocence
1100 ft
8 Turnacıbaşı Cd.
Historical Galatasaray Bath
1100 ft
Museums
Pera Museum
1100 ft
Istiklal Caddesi
Galatasaray High School
1100 ft
Huseyinaga Mh Beyoglu
Cicek Passage
1100 ft
Events
Beyoglu
1100 ft
Gallery
Tophane-i Amire Kultur ve Sanat Merkezi
400 ft
Serdari Ekrem Sok. Beyoglu Merkez
Crimea Memorial Church
800 ft
Restaurants
Hisko Kofte Kebap Salonu
500 ft
Tomtom Mah. Bogazkesen Cad. No:236 Cihangir
Mucver Ev Yemekleri
500 ft
Turkgucu Cad. No:55/A Cihangir
Findik Cafe Restaurant
700 ft
Meclisi Mebusan Cad. No:79/B Kabatas
Koali Lounge & Dine
900 ft
Galata Beyazit Sokak Hacimimi Mahallesi
Proje Cafe
900 ft
Luleci Hendek Cd. 22a Hacimimi Mahallesi
Nefes
800 ft
Tomtom Mah. Bogazkesen Cad. No: 65/F Beyoglu
Han Karakoy
1300 ft
Kemankes Mh. Necatibey Cd. Dosemeci Sk. No:5 Karakoy/Beyoglu
Galaktion
1200 ft
Katip Mustafa Celebi Mah Billurcu Sok No:18A
Galata Kitchen
1800 ft
Tatarbeyi Street No: 9/B

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
86%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Clean and comfortable rooms
Friendly staff
Limited breakfast options
Basic facilities
8.6/10
Great
Rooms
8.5
Location
9.3
Service
7.9
Dining
5.7
Guest reviews
8.6/10
based on 25 reviews
8.4
8.4/10 based on 484 reviews
Jennifer
United States of America, January  2025
7.6/10

I had a great stay at this hotel! The location was perfect, situated near the metro and tramway, making it easy to explore the city. The rooms were modern and comfortable, which made my stay enjoyable. However, I found the dining options a little lacking and the service could use some improvement. Overall, it's a solid choice, but there are some areas for enhancement.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were modern and comfortable, just like in the pictures. I loved having a balcony to relax on.
Service
7.0
While the staff was friendly, the service wasn't as quick as I would have liked, which dampened my experience a bit.
Location
9.0
The hotel was in a fantastic location, just a short walk from the tramway that connects to the metro, making it super convenient for exploring.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was okay, but I wish there were more fresh options and a wider variety for breakfast.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were decent, but there wasn't anything particularly impressive. Everything was adequate for my needs.
Steve
United States of America, December  2024
8.8/10

The hotel is in a fantastic location, very close to the tramway station and just a short walk to the major attractions like Haja Sofia. The rooms were comfortable and had a nice balcony, but I did find the dining options a bit lacking. The service was attentive, especially with the bell staff and the dry cleaning service. Overall, it offered good value for money, but be cautious around the neighborhood in the evenings.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were comfortable and included a nice balcony, along with an electric kettle which was a great touch.
Service
9.0
The service was quite good; the staff was friendly and helpful, especially with the dry cleaning and bell staff.
Location
9.0
The hotel is conveniently located near the tramway station, making it easy to reach main attractions like Haja Sofia within a couple of minutes.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was somewhat disappointing as the breakfast options were limited; I was expecting a bit more variety.
Facilities
7.0
The overall facilities were decent, although I didn't get to use all of them.
Harvey
United States of America, December  2024
7.8/10

I recently stayed at this hotel and found it to be a solid choice overall. The rooms were clean and comfortable, which made for a pleasant stay. The friendly staff added to the experience, but the dining options, particularly at breakfast, were somewhat limited. The location was excellent, right near public transportation and key historical sites, but I did wish for a few more amenities. All in all, it's great value for money, especially given the comfort and service I enjoyed.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, providing a good night's rest.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly and accommodating, which I really appreciated.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in an excellent location, very close to the tram and main tourist attractions.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast options were a bit limited, which was a disappointment.
Facilities
7.0
Facilities were decent but could use a bit more variety and improvement.
Clean and comfortable rooms
Limited breakfast options
Louise
United States of America, November  2024
9.8/10

I recently stayed at this hotel, and I was really impressed with its cleanliness and comfortable atmosphere. The friendly staff made me feel welcome throughout my visit, but the dining options left a bit to be desired, particularly at breakfast. The location was fantastic, as it was centrally located and easy to access major attractions. Overall, it provided great value for money.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, and I loved having a nice terrace to relax on.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly and helpful, making my stay pleasant.
Location
10.0
The hotel is situated in a calm area, just 200 meters from the tramway station, making it very convenient.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast options were somewhat limited, which was a disappointment for me.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had a nice array of facilities, but I feel like a few extras could have enhanced the experience.
Edward
United States of America, November  2024
9.0/10

I had a nice stay at the hotel, which is set in a calm, residential area and conveniently close to the metro and tram stations. The rooms were spacious and modern, and the staff went out of their way to be friendly and helpful. However, I felt the dining options, particularly breakfast, could use some improvement. Overall, it's a solid choice for the price, especially for exploring Istanbul.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious and modern, exactly as shown in the pictures, and I loved having a terrace.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and provided helpful assistance during my stay.
Location
9.0
The location is great, nestled in a quiet residential area that's very close to public transport, making it easy to explore the city.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast options were quite limited and could definitely be improved.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had decent facilities, but I didn't get to use many of them during my short stay.
Bill
United States of America, November  2024
8.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel with clean and comfortable rooms, very friendly staff, and a great location close to the tram stop and historical sites. The only downside was the lack of variety in the breakfast options, which left a bit to be desired. Overall, it felt like great value for money considering the amenities offered.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were exactly as shown in the pictures, clean, comfortable, and even came with a lovely terrace.
Service
7.0
The service was generally good with helpful staff, but the dry cleaning process took longer than I expected.
Location
10.0
The location was excellent, just a short walk from the Tophane tram stop and close to major attractions like Galata Tower.
Dining
6.0
The breakfast was a bit lackluster, but the crinkle-cut fries at the restaurant were a nice surprise.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had decent facilities, but the pool area could use some more chairs for lounging.
Ron
United States of America, November  2024
9.4/10

I had a great stay at this hotel! The location was perfect, being close to several attractions and public transport. The rooms were clean and comfortable, with a lovely balcony. However, I found the dining options a bit lacking, especially at breakfast. Overall, it was good value for money, but the Wi-Fi was an extra charge which I didn't love.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable with a nice balcony that looked just like the pictures.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly and helpful, but I was hoping for a bit more support with organizing my activities.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a fantastic location, really close to the metro and various attractions, making it easy to explore.
Dining
5.0
Breakfast options were somewhat limited which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were decent, but I expected more amenities for the price.
Frank
United States of America, November  2024
7.2/10

The hotel is situated in a calm residential area, making it a peaceful retreat while still being conveniently close to the tramway that takes you to all the tourist spots. The rooms mirror the pictures online, providing a clean and comfortable atmosphere with nice balconies. However, the service was average, and the dining options could be improved. Overall, the value for money is decent, but breakfast could definitely use some variety.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms look exactly like the pictures and feature comfortable beds and balconies.
Service
6.0
The service was average, with some amenities like grocery shopping available, but nothing extraordinary.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in a quiet residential area, just 200 meters from the tramway station, making it easy to access tourist attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience left a lot to be desired as the breakfast options were rather limited, which was disappointing.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel has good facilities, although there wasn't a standout amenity.
Scott
United States of America, October  2024
7.4/10

This hotel has a lovely position in a calm and residential area, making it a great base for exploring. The rooms were spacious with a modern touch, and having a balcony was a nice perk. The friendly staff really made the experience enjoyable. However, the location was a bit of a walk from some of the main attractions, which can be slightly inconvenient, and the breakfast service was not as organized as I had hoped.

Rooms
8.0
My room was spacious and modern, exactly like in the pictures, and having a balcony added a nice touch.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly and accommodating, making my stay pleasant.
Location
7.0
The hotel is in a calm, residential area, but it's a bit of a walk to reach major attractions.
Dining
5.0
I found the breakfast service somewhat disorganized, which was a letdown.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had a nice pool area, but it could use a little more attention.
Andrew
United States of America, October  2024
7.0/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, enjoying the clean and comfortable rooms with a cozy bed. The friendly staff made the experience even better. The location was quite convenient, being close to a tram stop and in a lively neighborhood. On the other hand, I found the dining options to be a bit lacking, and while the service was decent, it wasn’t exceptional. Overall, it’s a good value for the price, but there’s room for improvement, especially in the dining department.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean and comfortable, featuring an electric kettle as shown in the pictures.
Service
7.0
The service was friendly, but nothing stood out as exceptional.
Location
9.0
The hotel is in a very lively neighborhood, near a tram stop which made it convenient to explore the area.
Dining
5.0
I found the dining options quite limited, and the breakfast didn’t impress me.
Facilities
6.0
The facilities were adequate but lacked some additional amenities that could have enhanced the stay.
Patrick
United States of America, October  2024
8.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, with its clean and comfortable rooms and a very friendly staff. The location is convenient, being close to transport links, but the dining options could use some improvement. Overall, it’s a great value for money if you prioritize comfort and location.

Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, comfortable, and included a kettle and balcony for a small extra charge.
Service
9.0
The staff was very friendly, offering great assistance throughout my stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in a calm area, just a short walk from the tram station, making it very convenient for exploring the city.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast options were decent, but I found them quite limited compared to what I was expecting.
Facilities
7.0
While the hotel has decent amenities, I feel there's more potential for enhancing the guest experience.
Arthur
United States of America, October  2024
9.2/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, which is perfectly located in a quiet residential area but just a short walk to the tramway station. The rooms were very clean and comfortable, making my stay quite pleasant. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, adding to the warm atmosphere. Just a slight downside was that the breakfast could use a bit more variety to truly impress. Overall, the hotel offers great value for money with its amenities and location.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were very clean and comfortable, equipped with a nice electric kettle, and even had a balcony which was a nice touch.
Service
9.0
The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, offering services like dry cleaning and assistance with tours.
Location
10.0
The hotel is in a calm area, just 200 meters from the tramway station, making it very convenient for getting around.
Dining
7.0
While the breakfast was nice, it could have been better with more options for variety.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were decent and met my needs; however, access to some amenities could be improved.
Paul
United States of America, October  2024
8.8/10

The hotel has a great location, close to the metro and a lively neighborhood with plenty of attractions. The rooms are modern and clean, creating a comfortable stay. The service could be improved a bit, but the friendly staff makes up for it. Overall, it offers good value for money with nice facilities.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were modern, clean, and comfortable, just as expected from the pictures.
Service
7.0
The staff was friendly, though the service could be a bit slow at times.
Location
9.0
The hotel is located in a lively neighborhood, 200 meters from the tramway station, making it very convenient for sightseeing.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were decent, but I felt there could have been a bit more variety.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had great amenities, and the pool area was enjoyable.
Greg
United States of America, October  2024
8.4/10

I had a really enjoyable stay at the hotel, which was in a fantastic location just outside the crowded area of the city but still super close to all the tourist attractions. The rooms were just like the pictures, clean and comfortable, and the staff was really friendly. However, I must say that the dining experience left a bit to be desired, especially when it came to breakfast options. Overall, it felt like good value for the money, despite some minor drawbacks.

Rooms
9.0
The rooms were exactly like the pictures, clean and comfortable, and even had a nice balcony.
Service
8.0
The staff was friendly and provided great assistance whenever I needed help.
Location
9.0
The hotel was conveniently located, just outside the crowded area of the city, making it easy to get to tourist spots in just minutes.
Dining
5.0
Unfortunately, the breakfast options were limited, which was a bit disappointing.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were clean and well-maintained, adding to the overall pleasant experience.
Andy
United States of America, September  2024
9.6/10

The hotel offered a great experience with clean and comfortable rooms, and the location was fantastic as it was right next to the tram, making it easy to explore the tourist attractions. I really appreciated the friendly staff, but it's worth noting that the breakfast options were a little limited. Overall, the value for money was excellent, even if there were a few areas that could improve.

Rooms
9.0
My room was clean and comfortable, and I loved having a terrace to relax on. It also came with an electric kettle, which was a nice touch.
Service
8.0
The staff were very friendly and accommodating. However, there could have been more assistance with organizing tours or providing information about the area.
Location
10.0
The location was perfect, situated in a quiet residential area but just a short walk to the tram station. This made getting to the tourist central area very easy.
Dining
7.0
Breakfast was a bit underwhelming as the choices were somewhat limited, but the oatmeal was decent.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were good overall, and I appreciated having the option of a pool to relax in after a day of sightseeing.
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