Taxim Express Bosphorus in Istanbul
✅ 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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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.
Services and facilities
- 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)
- Room service
- Family room
- Accessibility features
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Safe-deposit box
- Concierge services
- Dry-cleaning
- Luggage storage
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Buffet breakfast
- Cafe
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Shuttle
- Car rental
- Airport transportation
- Transfer services
- Russian
- English
- Arabic
- Turkish
- Tour assistance
- Parking
- Business center
- Conference Hall
- Pets Not Allowed
The distance to the sea is 1200 meters
Street view
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Reviews
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.
Fast and quick service
Behaviour is very polite and ethical
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.
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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.
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