Located in the heart of Istanbul, Barbera Hotel offers a warm welcome with its cozy library and fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to WiFi, unwind with a drink at the bar or enjoy coffee/tea while taking advantage of concierge services and tour assistance. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 68 min drive
Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 2 min walk
Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 15 min walk
Vezneciler Subway Station - 22 min walk
Sirkeci Station - 3 min walk
Gulhane Station - 4 min walk
Eminonu Station - 8 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Roof Mezze 360 Restaurant - 2 min walk
Red River - 2 min walk
Bosphorus Terrace Restaurant - 2 min walk
Gulhane Turgut - 2 min walk
Sirkeci İkram Kebap - 2 min walk
About this property
Barbera Hotel
Barbera Hotel puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Bosphorus and Eminönü Square. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Also, Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square are within a 15-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Sirkeci Station is 3 minutes and Gulhane Station is 4 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
14 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Babysitting*
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Off-site parking nearby (EUR 12 per day)
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Babysitting (surcharge)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2015
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Fireplace in lobby
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
LED television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Deposit: EUR 100 per accommodation, per stay
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 10.0 per night
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 12 per day
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Property Registration Number 2022-34-2223
Also known as
Barbera Hotel Istanbul
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Frequently asked questions
Does Barbera Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Barbera Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Barbera Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Barbera Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 65 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Barbera Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Are there restaurants at or near Barbera Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Regional cuisine.
What's the area around Barbera Hotel like?
Barbera Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Sirkeci Station and 8 minutes' walk from Bosphorus.
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Reviews
Barbera Hotel Reviews
9,6
Exceptional
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9,8
Cleanliness
9,6
Location
9,8
Staff & service
9,6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was great, with a generous and fresh spread that included eggs, pancakes, and more. (4 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
12 November 2025
Very nice boutique hotel. Good location. Nice rooms. Comfortable bed.
Anastasia
Anastasia, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 July 2024
Fantastic hotel, clean rooms, friendly staff and an excellent location.
Mahad
Mahad, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
13 July 2025
Good hotel. Tiny bathrooms but still nice. Loved the balcony where we could sit and relax.
Izgil Mardahayev
Izgil Mardahayev, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
08 November 2023
Well located and staff was exceptional
aygel
aygel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 July 2025
Very nice and cozy hotel. Nice breakfast. Good service. Safe and quiet neighborhood.
Garry
Garry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 May 2024
Rooms were clean l. Service was excellent. I really enjoyed staying in this hotel i would definitely book again on my next trip
Ahmed
Ahmed, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2024
We had a very pleasant stay, the room was small but very clean and had everything we needed. The bed was comfortable, wi-fi worked well, and shower had good water pressure and temperature. Location was pretty good, not a far walk to transportation and sites. Staff was very friendly and helpful in securing transportation for us.
Sharon
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10/10 Exceptional
13 August 2024
Wonderful stay at the Barbera hotel. The staff were really helpful with plenty of good advice from the staff at the front desk for seeing places and getting around using the Istanbul. The breakfast was really nice especially the egg with sujuk and the breakfast staff were friendly, helpful and attentitive. Would definitely stay again here.
Jabir
Jabir, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 July 2024
Short stop over weekend
Very friendly/helpful staff.
David
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
01 July 2024
A quiet boutique property. Close to everything. Staff very helpful.
john
john, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2024
The staff was above and beyond what we expected. Murat even ran and got a birthday cake for my husband's birthday. This is a first-class hotel.
Engin
Engin, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
06 May 2024
Cleanliness and service
Ahmed
Ahmed, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 September 2023
The most perfect stay in the most perfect location
This was the most incredible stay we have experienced. The guest services were incredible. They provided us with the most attentive service, giving us recommendations of all kinds. We took their advice and not once were we disappointed. I could not believe how much the staff at this hotel would do for us. It was simple, perfect.
Joseph
Joseph, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
23 September 2023
Good for a mini-break
The hotel is ideally located in the north of the old town very near the tram with easy access across the bridge to Karaköy. The service was great (fast check-in, available for questions, happy to arrange a yellow taxi to the airport on short notice), albeit I preferred to find recommendations online than refer to the hotel staff. The room itself was comfortable, modern and clean.
Catherine
Catherine, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
12 March 2025
Stayed at 5 different hotels for this 10 day trip, and this was 2nd best. Everything was great about it until I noticed waking up to few bug bites from bed, even though bed seemed really clean and comfortable. Room had enough space and was one of the coziest, modern, and cute. Cute SMEG fridge in the room. Bathroom was a little small but clean. Great working toilet is always a plus. AC worked awesome, felt good after walking in hot sun during the day. Friendly and helpful staff. Location is bad for cars, recommend walking to main/easy access road, which is what we had to do on the way there and on way to airport (bad if you have lot of luggage, order a taxi wayyy ahead of time if you really need it because they have a lot of traffic to go through to get to the front entrance). But if you need the train, the station was right behind it. Even though it's hustle and bustle of Istanbul, its location is tucked away enough that's not super busy, but then you walk just around the corner, and you're walking elbow to elbow with people. Overall comfortable and great for the price.
Gemma
Gemma, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 October 2025
The room was clean, staff were exceptionally nice and the location was great. I would certainly stay again!
Jordan
Jordan, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 February 2023
Nice hotel
Nice and clean hotel, I liked this hotel, thank you for the nice stay..
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3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
05 September 2025
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William
William, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
07 November 2024
Everything is good
Mohammed
Mohammed, 3-night trip
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2/10 Poor
28 January 2025
I booked because it located near grand bazaar and got 4 stars and nice reviews on internet but it looks 1 star and too small room. Never never 4 stars hotel. It is not worth around $100 per day hotel.
Bokeun
Bokeun, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
06 June 2023
Excellent service
Service is excellent and highly commended. Front desk has been extremely helpful in securing ring side table for dinner cruise. Staff volunteers to get us hard to come by special Turkish Delights. Overall, excellent experience at this establishment.
Robin
Robin, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 September 2025
Central, Serene, and Incredibly Welcoming
We had a fantastic experience at the Barbera Hotel—everything from the location to the service exceeded expectations. Perfectly situated within easy reach of Istanbul’s major attractions, vibrant neighborhoods, and excellent local dining, the hotel offers both convenience and tranquility. Despite its central location, Barbera is tucked away on a quiet street, offering a peaceful retreat from the city’s bustle.
What truly sets this place apart is the staff. Warm, welcoming, and incredibly attentive, they made us feel genuinely cared for from the moment we arrived. Whether it was sharing local tips or going the extra mile to accommodate requests, their hospitality made all the difference.
And the breakfast? Absolutely wonderful. A generous, fresh spread that fueled us up for the day and became something we looked forward to each morning.
Highly recommend for anyone looking to experience Istanbul with comfort, care, and a touch of local charm.
Andrew
Andrew, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
07 August 2025
We travelled as a family of four and had booked two rooms. The rooms were not large, but good enough. The bathrooms could get a makeover. They need some repairs. Otherwise the property is very clean. The breakfast was great - one could order eggs and a variety of other things like pancakes, etc., at no extra cost. The location is superb. The staff was super helpful. There is literally no noise, even though it was 10 mins walking from the Hagia Sofia, 8mins to the sea promenade, 10 mins to the markets and a few mins to restaurants and tram stop. The Metro is literally two mins away. The only minus was the transfer from the airport to the hotel. We had to wait a good 30mins before someone picked us up with a mini bus - not comfortable. The hotel should ensure better service. We got a much cheaper transfer from the hotel to the airport in a much better car. So I suggest booking a transfer from the hotel to the airport when you are in the city.
Devyani
Devyani, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
06 October 2025
O quarto era super limpo, apenas um pouco apertado. Estavamos com duas malas médias. Os funcionários do hotel são maravilhosos, super atenciosos e prontos para ajudar, Sedam, Morat na recepção e o pessoal que ajuda no café da manhã! O hotel é bem central, perto de tudo, fizemos tudo a pé.
Raquel
Raquel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 January 2025
Es lief alles super
Super hotel
Super nette Mitarbeiter!
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