Home BlogTRAVEL 10 KARAKOY ISTANBUL HOTEL REVIEW

10 KARAKOY ISTANBUL HOTEL REVIEW

A review of luxurious boutique hotel, 10 Karaköy in Istanbul, Turkey

by mariann.yip@gmail.com
10 Karakoy Istanbul Hotel

*Thank you 10 Karaköy for hosting me for two nights in Istanbul, Turkey

10 KARAKOY ISTANBUL HOTEL REVIEW

I stayed at luxurious, boutique hotel 10 Karaköy Istanbul for two nights and it was the best way to end my Istanbul journey.

HOTEL LOCATION:

Located in the burgeoning Karaköy district in the heart of Istanbul:

10 Karaköy draws its unique spirit from the past, present, and future of Turkey. The hotel is situated within a historic, neoclassical building that has been reinterpreted by architect Sinan Kafadar as a vibrant, 21st century destination for discerning international travelers. Whether it’s drinks with friends, or a conference suite with ravishing views of the city, 10 Karaköy delivers sublime service and magnificent style.

The hotel is situated within a historic, neoclassical building that has been reinterpreted by architect Sinan Kafadar. Upon entering the hotel, I was immediately drawn to the hotel’s lobby. The interior decor is out of the world and m eyes instantly turned towards the hanging lights and tall ceilings. I felt like I was entering into a hotel featured by a fashion magazine or Architecture Digest.

ROOM ACCOMMODATION:

I stayed in the Deluxe Double Room and it was a perfect sized room that was clean and tidy for my friend and I. The best part about the room was definitely the bathroom. The mirrors had LED lighting and it was right by a window which offered natural lighting and fresh air. As a result, it was the perfect setup to do my makeup and get ready in the morning.  I also can’t rave enough about how comfortable the bed was because I slept like a baby during my two nights. On the last night, we even cancelled our morning sightseeing plans just to get some extra sleep as our bodies really needed it.

DINING OPTIONS

The hotel also offered complimentary breakfast and took place at Brasserie Ten, which offered delicious local and international breakfast. It was served buffet-style with a variety of a-la-carte items available upon request. I always enjoy buffet style breakfast because I love trying a little bit of everything. To no surprise, Brasserie Ten was also very well designed and created a relaxing ambiance for me to enjoy my breakfast before conquering the day. The staff was very attentive and I felt extremely welcome and taken care of.

When I discovered there was a sky terrace, I knew I had to visit. It is located on the top floor right outside of BAHANE ON10, which is 10 Karaköy’s rooftop “meyhane” restaurant. You can order delicious “mezes” prepared by their Chef and admire the view from within. The terrace outside also breathtaking views of Historical Peninsula, the Golden Horn and Sultanahmet Old City. I didn’t have time to actually soak in the views, but it’s a perfect spot to relax and have a drink or snacks with your friends or by yourself!

(Considering the state of the world and US entry requirements of having a negative PCR test upon arrival, the hotel made the process smooth. When I arrived, I was able to make an appointment for the next day. Subsequently, I received my results the same day. It costed around $30, which I think is a very fair and appropriate price).

FINAL THOUGHTS:

The selling point of this hotel aside from the beautiful decor is its location. It is walking distance from Galata Tower, Galata Bridge, Eminonu, Taksim and other main areas of Istanbul and is also very close to the tram (although I didn’t use the tram when I was there). I personally think location is a huge factor when it comes to accommodations. I love choosing places that are convenient to get around from. In addition, the other features that I also look for in a hotel are amenities, service and cleanliness. Keeping those in mind, 10 Karaköy exceeded all of my expectations with flying colors. In conclusion, I fell in love with Istanbul and I know I will definitely stay at 10 Karaköy Hotel again!

You may also like

30 comments

Shauna October 18, 2021 - 13:56

What a beautiful space, and that food looks SO delish!!

Shauna

http://www.lipglossandlace.net

Reply
Danielle Butler October 18, 2021 - 17:19

So beautiful. What a trip of a lifetime.

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 20, 2021 - 10:05

Absolutely, it was a dream!

Reply
Kathrine Eldridge October 18, 2021 - 17:21

What a stunning hotel! I would love to check out their terrace as well.

https://www.kathrineeldridge.com

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 20, 2021 - 10:05

The terrace is beautiful! I do wish I had time to enjoy the view but there was so much to do in Istanbul so that just means I’ll have to book another trip 🙂

Reply
mia October 18, 2021 - 17:35

This hotel sounds fabulous! I love their decor style x

mia // https://beautiful-inspiring-creative-life.com/

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 20, 2021 - 10:04

Me too! The decor in the lobby was a great introduction and welcome to the hotel 🙂

Reply
jodie filogomo October 18, 2021 - 18:39

What a wonderful place to stay and accommodating too.
OXOX
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 20, 2021 - 10:03

Yes the hotel was breathtaking and I loved the design!

Reply
Lovely October 19, 2021 - 02:00

Such as stunning place! I would love to stay here.
xoxo
Lovely
http://www.mynameislovely.com

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 20, 2021 - 10:03

The hotel is stunning and very stylish!

Reply
Jennifer October 19, 2021 - 07:49

This hotel looks amazing! I want to stay here when I got to Turkey. Evet lütfen.

Jennifer
Curated By Jennifer

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 20, 2021 - 10:02

Turkey is a dream and I fell in love with the beautiful city 🙂

Reply
Sophie October 19, 2021 - 19:04

It looks like a really beautiful hotel! I’m glad you enjoyed your stay, I opted to stay on the other side near the Blue Mosque when I was in Istanbul.

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 20, 2021 - 10:02

Oh I loved hearing that! Yes, I visited the Blue Mosque while I was there and that area is beautiful.

Reply
newstylesrugs October 20, 2021 - 03:23

Thanks for sharing the post.
newstylesrugs
https://www.newstylesrugs.com

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 20, 2021 - 10:01

I hope it was helpful!

Reply
Ashley October 20, 2021 - 21:04

Oooh everything looks so good- what an awesome hotel!

-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 26, 2021 - 15:30

It’s the perfect hotel to stay at if you visit Istanbul!

Reply
Julia Rees October 21, 2021 - 10:59

What a wonderful place to stay! The lobby is spectacular and the food looks so delicious!
Julia x
https://www.thevelvetrunway.com/

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 26, 2021 - 15:30

It was extremely delicious!

Reply
heather noire October 21, 2021 - 14:46

What a great hotel review. It looks so beautiful and the perfect place to visit. I hope you are having a great week. My birthday was yesterday so I have been celebrating in style for the season.
https://www.bauchlefashion.com/2021/10/trending-now-autumn-suits_21.html

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 26, 2021 - 15:30

Oh happy belated! I hope you had a magical time 🙂

Reply
Bojana Krienke October 21, 2021 - 22:47

This looks incredible and now Istanbul is on my wish list of places to travel. I’ll have to read your other post for more information.

bosbodaciousblog.blogspot.ca

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 26, 2021 - 15:29

Yes definitely do and feel free to bookmark it 🙂

Reply
Danielle October 22, 2021 - 16:47

It looks so amazing!

Danielle | thereluctantblogger.co.uk

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 26, 2021 - 15:29

It’s very stylish!

Reply
Marisa Cavaleiro October 26, 2021 - 13:22

What a wonderful place to stay, very beautiful!
xoxo

marisasclosetblog.com

Reply
mariann.yip@gmail.com October 26, 2021 - 15:28

Yes I had the best stay 🙂

Reply
Melanie October 31, 2021 - 15:47

I’m going to Istanbul next week and I’m booking this hotel thanks to your review!

Reply

Leave a Comment

error

Enjoy this blog? Please spread the word :)

MARIANNYC