Novotel

Stayed here comped by the airline due to a flight delay, missed connecting flight and then a 24 hour layover until the next flight.

Staff was nice, patient with my questions, and spoke English. I was given a card key that didn't work for my room (light turned red instead of green), and the door unlocked on its own when I pushed it open. When I called the front desk about my card key and how my room lock is broken, the man came up and gave me correct keys and said that the room will lock. He gave me 2 keys this time and they both worked (light turned green) but the door still could be opened from the outside when i budged it without the deadbolt from the inside.

Room had a view of the freeway and ocean. It's the type of room that requires your card to activate the electric in the room.

WiFi didn't work with my last name and room number at first but i called the front desk and they fixed the issue within 5 minutes. WiFi was inconsistent from my room but still useable.

Dinner was tasty. Didn't have a choice for food but the food was great anyway. They served red lentil soup, salad, chicken and rice with a tomato for the main course.

Breakfast was good as well. Had tea and an omelette with everything on it from the omelette bar, potatoes, some pastries, and a man served me a pancake with a hazelnut/chocolate spread and pistachios to me at my table. I didn't ask for this but somehow he knew I'd like this because I do have a sweet tooth.

From checking in to airport shuttle drop off it was a great experience so much that if i was ever back in Istanbul I'd stay here.

Very nice hotel, I was really impressed.
Nothing to complain about this place.

Remember to use your key card to go on the elevator, or you won't go anywhere. You will also have to use it to turn on the lights in your room. It's near the bathroom wall when you enter, above the light switch. I was really confused on that. Lol
- from an ignorant traveling American.


Don't skip out on breakfast!!! It's the best!

First time in Istanbul and I was very surprised how beautiful this place is. Staffs at Novotel Hotel were extremely helpful and very nice. Food was delicious and the service were very good. We ended here because we missed our flight and we are glad that we did. Special Shoutout to Samet. He worked in the lobby and he was very helpful.

Comfortable beds, is the first thing that comes to mind and second is the view of the water even though you see all the massive cargo ships. The hotel room with double beds is a little small but it also gives a warm feeling. The bathroom is only the shower and the sink and the toilet is in totally different room by itself. I had a few meals downstairs in the restaurant close to the lobby and it was solid food served. I noticed there is even a bar/cafe there also. Like I said before the biggest thing for me regarding this hotel was the bed and this had me very happy!