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Taxim Express Bosphorus in Istanbul

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Turkey, Istanbul, Cumhuriyet Cah. No:135 Harbiye
● Center: 4 km
🌞 Sea - 1.2 km
☎ Phone: +90 212 291 20 35Show

Several guests found the rooms clean and comfortable, with one noting the spacious and well-maintained bathrooms and strong shower pressure. The reception and front desk staff were often described as polite, ethical, and helpful in managing requests. Location received positive remarks for being within walking distance to Taksim Square and close to public transport. Multiple reviews highlighted poor room maintenance such as broken air conditioning, non-working minibars, and inadequate cleaning including unemptied trash bins and insufficient towels. Breakfast was frequently criticized as dull, repetitive, and sometimes unavailable by stated hours, with some guests mentioning poor food quality and limited variety. Staff behavior at reception and breakfast service was reported as unfriendly or rude in several reviews, with some guests experiencing unhelpful attitudes and refusal to provide basic amenities like bottled water.
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Rooms and prices

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Economy Double room
Economy Double room
Air conditioning and private bathroom
Beds:
138 USD
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Superior Triple room
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Superior Triple room
Wireless internet, air conditioning and minibar
Beds:
172 USD
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Deluxe Double room
Deluxe Double room
Private bathroom
Beds:
186 USD
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Superior Double room
Superior Double room
Air conditioning and private bathroom
Beds:
202 USD
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Description

Taxim Express Bosphorus is a 4-star hotel located in Istanbul, about 42 km from Istanbul Airport, offering 108 rooms in a single building. Guests can choose from Economy Double, Superior Triple, Superior Double, and Deluxe Double rooms. The hotel features amenities such as free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a restaurant with buffet options, a bar/lounge, and conference and banquet facilities. It operates a 24-hour front desk with express check-in/check-out services, laundry and dry cleaning, and provides facilities for disabled guests. Despite some complaints about room cleanliness and maintenance, many guests have praised the polite and helpful staff and the comfortable, spacious rooms. The hotel allows pets but does not accommodate children under 18 without adults. Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is by noon.

Location

Situated approximately 1.2 km from the sea and 16 km from Ataturk Airport (IST), Taxim Express Bosphorus is close to key Istanbul attractions. It's a 15-minute walk to Taksim Square, a major city center landmark. Nearby cultural spots include the Military Museum at 403 meters, ARTER contemporary art museum at 804 meters, and the Gezi Park protest site at 921 meters. Within a short walking distance, guests can find restaurants such as Al-Bushra (228 m), Rose Garden Residence (239 m), and Boğaziçi Borsa (342 m). The hotel’s location is convenient for business travelers and tourists looking to explore Istanbul’s central districts.

Tips

  • Inspect your room carefully upon arrival to ensure air conditioning and other amenities work properly.
  • Bring your own toiletries as the hotel does not provide items like toothpaste or toothbrushes.
  • Since breakfast options are limited and sometimes unavailable late, consider eating nearby restaurants or arriving early.

Policies and conditions

  • Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
  • Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs can be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
  • Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
  • Pets: Pets are not allowed
  • Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
  • Paying at the hotel: AmericanExpress, Visa, MasterCard
  • Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:00.
2 guests
Adults2+
Children under 170+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
Age7+
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Services and facilities

General
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour reception
  • Elevator/lift
  • Smoke-free property
  • Newspapers
  • Ticket assistance
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
Rooms
  • Room service
  • Family room
Accessibility
  • Accessibility features
  • Wheelchair Accessible
Services and amenities
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Safe-deposit box
  • Concierge services
  • Dry-cleaning
  • Luggage storage
Meals
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
  • Buffet breakfast
  • Cafe
  • Restaurant
Internet
  • Free Wi-Fi
Transfer
  • Shuttle
  • Car rental
  • Airport transportation
  • Transfer services
Languages Spoken
  • Russian
  • English
  • Arabic
  • Turkish
Tourist services
  • Tour assistance
Parking
  • Parking
Business
  • Business center
  • Conference Hall
Pets
  • Pets Not Allowed

The distance to the sea is 1200 meters

Street view

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Video: Taxim Express Bosphorus Hotel, Istanbul, Turkey | 360 Travel Facts

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Reviews

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19.12.2025 Guest
I wasn’t impressed
18.12.2025 Guest
bad experience: No initial facilities like tissue, teeth brushing, tooth paste, smells bad Dark room Simple breakfast No coffee, tea, water No enough bath shampoo P s.: when we asked for cleaning the room for giving a good comment from our side they clean it very good, at the beginning it wasn't enough clean to stay! Totally the receptionist wasn't friendly and helpful...
06.12.2025 ZAHRA
Some staff are nice but there was a not friendly person in the reception. He didn’t even want me to check the room before entering. Saying out loud NO NO NO.

They served ONE BOTTLE OF WATER only first day!! And the whole other paid nights they refused to! They said speak to the manager if you want to complain! Fridge wasn’t working. (Paid extra to have a room for one person)

I promised myself to not get involved in arguments in this trip so I got myself water from outside.

Their breakfast is dull and same every day, the staff are nice up there, sometimes they change only one type or two. Not so many varieties. Bread never found it fresh.

They didn’t clean the toilet for 7 nights or maybe they did once if not never.

I don’t recommend. Unfortunately my agency booked this place I will never gonna do it again. Wasn’t worth the price.
26.11.2025 Abtin
The air conditioning along with the window and the trashbin broken trashbin all didn't work. After calling the front desk more than 5 times they still couldn't get the heater to work and refused to change the room! The view from the first floor is also horrible and you can constantly hear other rooms and the street noise. The only upside is that the hotel is located close to a bus station.
20.11.2025 Abrar
Room is very clean and comfortable
Fast and quick service
Behaviour is very polite and ethical
18.10.2025 Kit
Very bad hotel, please avoid it, except for the location, everything else is one star, the customer service at breakfast is very bad, they charge more than what is written online...
09.09.2025 Zohreh
We stayed at this hotel for six nights because we had already paid in advance. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing. The staff were not friendly, and although the website mentioned that an iron was available on request, we had to call reception several times before finally receiving one. The internet connection was unstable, and the breakfast was below expectations.
One of the main issues was that the water supply was cut off several times during our stay, which caused a lot of inconvenience. Room service was also poor, as the room was not cleaned properly during our stay.
In conclusion, I would not recommend this hotel. For the same price, you could likely find better options.
25.06.2025 Diyor
building in general is very old. hotel does not provide with dental kits even though it is so called "a 4 star hotel". hair dryer was not working. when I asked to bring iron to the room, the iron that was brought to me was full of soot. matresses are awful, back pains are guaranteed
05.05.2025 Guest
The place of the hotel is very good, but it is definitely not a 4 stars hotel. Many things in the room are not working such as the shower. Meant of the staff are very nice and excellent but the one who speaks Arabic is more than terrible. The breakfast is at 7.30 which is not perfect.
12.04.2025 Dhananjay2013
Room was not cleaned, tea cups were not cleared. Breakfast buffet few items good over and when we went their and asked them to replenish they said it over and can't do anything about it. I saw one waiter putting the leftover (full peices) from the guests place back in the buffet.
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POIs near hotel

museum
Military Museum (6 min)
Museum displaying Ottoman and Turkish military artifacts, uniforms, and weaponry across multiple galleries.
Tickets: Istanbul: Turkish Bath, Spa & Massage Experience in Sisli, 55 EUR View
museum
ARTER (12 min)
Contemporary art museum showcasing Turkish and international artists through rotating exhibitions.
attraction
Site of Gezi Park protests (14 min)
Urban park where 2013 anti-government protests began, becoming a symbol of civil activism in Turkey.
Tickets: Istanbul: Half-Day Guided City Tour + Roundtrip Transfer, 35 EUR View
memorial
Republic Monument (14 min)
Iconic monument commemorating Turkey's founding as a republic in Taksim Square.
Tickets: Troy: Day Trip with Lunch from Istanbul, 175 EUR View
museum
Adam Mickiewicz Museum (1.1 km)
Museum dedicated to the Polish Romantic poet Adam Mickiewicz, who lived in Istanbul.

Cafe and Restaurants near hotel

restaurant
Restaurant «Al-Bushra» (3 min)
Pool Cafe, Nöbethane Cd No:10, 34113 Fatih
restaurant
Restaurant «Rose Garden Residence» (4 min)
Ergenekon Mah. Dolapdere Cad. No:106 Harbiye/Sisli, 34373
restaurant
Restaurant «Boğaziçi Borsa» (5 min)

Frequently asked questions about Taxim Express Bosphorus

What types of rooms are available at Taxim Express Bosphorus?

Room types include Economy Double room, Superior Triple room, Superior Double room, and Deluxe Double room.

Is breakfast included in the room price?

Breakfast is served buffet style from 07:00 to 10:00 daily but is not included in the room price and must be paid separately at the hotel.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Pets are not allowed at Taxim Express Bosphorus.

How far is the hotel from Istanbul Airport?

The hotel is located approximately 42 km from Istanbul Airport.

Are there conference facilities available at the hotel?

Yes, the hotel offers conference and banquet facilities.

Hotel prices for: June - July 2026 calendar

The average hotel price this month is 115 USD The best time to book is June 20, with rates starting from 89 USD

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