Emirtimes Hotel Kadikoy in Istanbul

I stayed at this hotel in the Kadıköy area for two nights. I chose it mainly for the price and location — it was the cheapest hotel within walking distance of the metro, ferries, and the main nightlife area of the district. I didn’t really have any expectations.

The location is actually quite convenient — everything is within walking distance, just as planned. The street itself is not the nicest one, but it doesn’t feel unsafe either. The area feels generally safe. The only exception is the presence of beggars, but that’s a common issue in Kadıköy overall.

Check-in was quick and smooth. The staff speaks English reasonably well.

The room is small, no more than about 10 square meters, with rather old furniture and fixtures. However, the room was clean — fresh bed linen including a duvet with a cover, clean floors, and a very clean bathroom. Everything in the bathroom worked well. Hot water was stable and without surprises. Towels, a hairdryer, toilet paper, and a 2-in-1 shower gel were provided.

One downside was the very noisy ventilation fan — the sound was quite annoyingly loud.

I was a bit worried about mold or insects, which can sometimes be an unpleasant surprise in budget accommodation, but everything was fine here.

It was quite cool outside during my stay, but the heating radiator in the room worked so well that I actually had to turn it off.

The room rate includes a simple buffet breakfast: French fries, a small selection of pastries, boiled eggs, sausages, cheese, cold cuts, olives, vegetables, and cereal. Good tea is served with breakfast. Coffee comes from an automatic machine and the milk is powdered.

One unpleasant issue: my room could not be locked from the inside — the key would not turn in the lock, only the latch worked. As an experienced traveler, I left a few small “trap markers” before going out for the day — none of my belongings were touched.

Overall, my impression is positive. The hotel is worth the price.

Accommodating

Good, clean, cozy, we liked it, not far from the pier!!!

This is a wonderful hotel. Excellent service, polite staff, cleaning every day, the maids are simply great, the rooms are always clean.

Very convenient place and helpful staff.

We were glad to be there

Very Kind Service And very helpful
The breakfast is delicious

Hotel was really good employees are very helpfull and kind .the location was perfect.breakfast was on point.rooms are clean.emir 's english was a life saver.all the employees was great.theu are clean the room everyday.its one of our favourite spot in istanbul.we are lookin to visit this hotel again.thank you for everything.