Great location, walking distance to almost all the touristy things, and if not, there's a tramway that gets you to the other side of the river, towards Karakoy. The spa is nice an calm. It has Sauna, Steam room, Indoor pool (and outside though it's only for summer) and a turkish bath room. The rooms are good size and everything is comfortable. Very practical to have a mini fridge in the room. Breakfast included with lots of variety

Constructive criticism: The spa : The lockers should have a key, it feels better to leave your belongings in a safe place. The steam room had a bit of a moldy smell. I think a water dispenser like the one you have in the breakfast area would be nice down there, the "juice bar" was empty. The rooms : We put up the "Clean our room please" sign on the door, and the person only took out the trash and replaced the shampoo bottles. They didn't really clean it. (Otherwise the room was spotless when we first got to the hotel) The breakfast : It has a lot of variety though not so much for fruits.. only some melon or prunes. Depending on the day. The fresh orange juice machine was only for decoration apparently.

Great location

We booked for the outdoor pool and it was closed for a refurb, which we didn’t know until after we’d prepaid and couldn’t get refund. Rooms quite small

Location

Spa: The spa is not work properly The steam shower was broken. The pool and the jacuzzi was cold. The turkis haman was clean but not hot enough The terraze is in renovation. No view Nothing is clarified before we arrived. I book a hotel spa but not really a full functional spa. Only the sauna was working but too many people inside Breakfast: they charge you 3 euro for a glass of orange juice. Not fresh fruit. Only apples

Very good hotel. I would like to thank Emre, Kadir, Yasin and Seyma for their exceptional service. Travelled as a family of 14. Some issues initially with parents being put in a room with no window and another room not adequate however Emre quickly moved them to a suitable room the next morning. The cleanliness is to a good standard. Breakfast is OK. Usual eggs, meats, cheese and fruits, nothing fancy. Pool small however kids loved it and OK for a dip after long day sightseeing and choice of 2 pools. Sauna also good. Steam room could do with a revamp. Old looking didn't always work and didn't look clean. Location excellent. Central to all major sight only issue is taxis cannot always get in during busy periods. I would stay here again if visiting Istabul.

Everything good.

Location is absolutely amazing, easy access to metro, tram and ferry just 5minute walk away

Shower is extremely small and uncomfortable, some rooms have shower curtain instead of glass

I recently stayed at Orka Royal Hotel and had an excellent experience, rating it a 9 out of 10. The service was exceptional, with the staff being attentive and friendly. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-appointed, providing a perfect setting for relaxation. The hotel's location was convenient, making it easy to explore the surrounding area. We were a big family of more than 20 people, and all were happy with the service and cooperation, we've been there for 2 weeks. I highly recommend Orka Hotel to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

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We are delighted with our stay at the Orka Royal Hotel. The hotel has a cultural atmosphere. The staff are nice, pleasant, unobtrusive, helpful and ready to help at all times, especially the lovely and smiling Guzra, who was there to coordinate and ensure everything ran smoothly and perfectly. We had a beautiful and comfortable room, it was cleaned every day and the bed linen was changed every other day. There was nothing to disturb our vacation. The location is ideal. This is our eighth visit to Istanbul and first time in this hotel. We will definitely come back to Orka Royal Hotel.

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Spacious and Clean Rooms: All rooms, including the triple ones, were exactly as shown in the photos, with three individual beds, daily housekeeping, and impeccably clean linens and towels. There were also in-room amenities like coffee and tea. Quick Check-in and Check-out: Despite the large group (31 people – students, teachers, and NGO members), the check-in and check-out processes were quick and efficient. Bathroom and Elevator Facilities: The bathrooms were modern, spacious, and very clean, and the elevators worked continuously without delays or malfunctions. Varied and Generous Breakfast: The breakfast buffet was very rich, offering a wide range of options (cheeses, pastries, meats, dried and fresh fruits, juices, tea, coffee), satisfying all tastes. Spa Area and Pools: The spa area is a major attraction, with two pools on the lower level (one with hydromassage) and a third pool on the terrace, offering a splendid view of the Bosphorus Strait. The wet and dry saunas are spacious and clean, and the hammam with warm marble provides an authentic relaxation experience. Gym: The gym is fully equipped and highly appreciated, especially by the students, offering ample space and the necessary equipment for exercise. Additional Services for Extra Cost: The hotel offers body massages, a hair salon, and a barbershop at an additional cost, all located on the lower level of the hotel. Exceptional Location: Close to all the main attractions in Istanbul (1 minute from Marmaray subway and tram stations, 2 minutes from Galata Bridge and the Bosphorus Strait, 5 minutes from the Grand Bazaar, 7 minutes from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, 2 minutes from Gulhane Park and Topkapi Palace), yet set back from the tram line, ensuring peace and quiet for rest. Recommendation: With six years of consistently returning twice a year, together with students and teachers, you confidently recommend this hotel for its excellent services and relaxing atmosphere. The students, who have a

Everything was excellent; there’s nothing I didn’t like.

Location was great plenty of places to eat in the area , close to major attractions , tram line shops and port Good facilities , swimming pool , sauna , steam room Surprisingly really quiet for how busy the area is . Hotel staff very friendly and helpful

Small rooms , low ceilings , and very dark , not enough lighting in the room and bathrooms not having decent lighting made the room feel even more smaller and does not help when the wife is trying to put make up on for a wedding . Breakfast could be very much improved , buffet breakfast but when things finished it took ages for them to refill . No variety either and it’s the one thing that really needs looked at . Also the building work outside wasn’t great , which is not the hotels fault.

The hotel is very nice, excellent location near by all kind of public transport, heart of the old town, restaurants, shops. The staff was very kind, especially Seyhmus, who was willing to help us a lot. The rooms were clean and nice, the spa as well. The view from the terrace was perfect. There are 2 paid parkings in front if the hotel, which is very practical having in mind the small streets and no place to stop with a car.

The room was small and there are no additional bathrobe for the spa in the room, but need to change there. The pool is not heated. The street that leads to the hotel is closed with a barrier at certain times and we had to go around quite a bit while waiting to get open, because there is no other way to get there. It might be good to give this as information to guests traveling by car.