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Hotel The Public

3.5-star luxury hotel near Taksim Square, connected to a shopping center

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Senior Suite (Istiklal View) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished
Interior
Junior Suite | Terrace/patio
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

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Kuloglu Mah. Turnacibasi Caddesi No:1, Istiklal Caddesi / Beyoglu, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34433
  • Place, Istiklal Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pera Palace Hotel
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Taksim Square
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Standard Twin Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Junior Suite

  • 388 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Budget Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Budget Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Royal Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 603 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Roof Suite (Low Ceiling)

  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Senior Suite (Istiklal View) | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Senior Suite (Istiklal View)

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Heart of Istanbul.At this Taksim hotel, you'll be steps from Istiklal Avenue and within a 15-minute walk of Taksim Square. Galata Tower and Bosphorus are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Istiklal Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Demiroren Istiklal - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pera Palace Hotel - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Taksim Square - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Galataport - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Taksim Station - 8 min walk
  • Beyoglu Station - 12 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baydöner - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Urban - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Altın Balık Fish House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Otantik Türkü Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lezizâne Lokantası - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel The Public

3.5-star luxury hotel near Taksim Square, connected to a shopping center
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and a meeting room.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A library, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the luxury Hotel The Public. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1883
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Hotel The Public offers 52 accommodations with iPod docking stations and DVD players. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. LED televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room espresso makers and minibars. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, slippers, designer toiletries, and bidets.

This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottled water. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (EUR 20 per day)
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • iPod dock
  • LED TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel The Public

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 120 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day (328 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards, and cash.

Property Registration Number 15720

We should mention

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Public Hotel Special Class Istanbul
Public Special Class Istanbul
Occidental Public Hotel Istanbul
Occidental Public Hotel
Occidental Public Istanbul
Occidental Public
Allegro Istiklal The Public Special Class
Occidental The Public Special Class
The Public Hotel Special Class
Ikonik The Public
Hotel The Public Hotel
Hotel The Public Istanbul
Hotel The Public Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel The Public to the airport?

Hotel The Public is 26.5 mi (69-min drive) away from the Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel The Public have an airport shuttle?

Hotel The Public offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 120 per vehicle, roundtrip.

How close is Hotel The Public to the beach?

This hotel is 14.2 mi (35-min drive) from Florya Beach.

Does Hotel The Public offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel The Public, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel The Public?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel The Public?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel The Public?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hotel The Public have a pool?

Hotel The Public does not have a pool.

Does Hotel The Public have a restaurant?

Hotel The Public is home to 1901 Cafe and Bistro, which features international cuisine.

Does Hotel The Public have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel The Public to downtown Istanbul?

Hotel The Public is 1.6 mi away from Istanbul.

Hotel The Public Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 305 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 305 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 305 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 305 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 305 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joanne

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

María del Socorro

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended in a very good location, very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

gareth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent hotel and great value

Great location, very friendly staff. The hotel was very clean and had a great breakfast selection although those expecting a full English will be disappointed but they cater to the international traveller. Extremely good value for money. The location is also excellent upon arrival our concerns where it may be noises however the room was extremely quiet and great air con too. Would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

murat

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Amazing friendly and helpful staff, nice breakfast and clean rooms .everything was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mervyn L Artis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay here. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Attending to every request properly. I couldn’t have dreamt of a more perfect Hotel to stay at. Best location in this area. Thanks for making my vacation unforgettable.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amirabbas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was clean, and we were given a complimentary room upgrade. Breakfast was good. The area around the hotel is full of attractions and busy streets with a lively, energetic vibe, especially for young people. The hotel design is nice, although it used to be better in the past. Parking is very difficult to find, and even taxis can only wait a few seconds for you because the area is so crowded. The staff were helpful, but their service could have been more professional.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Athena

Disliked: Cleanliness

Quirky industrial style hotel

Arrived slightly early so accepted the wait for a room. Returning some 2 hours later and into the check-in hours, room still not ready. A further 15 minutes wait. When allocated room was informed we’d been upgraded. Nice surprise. Getting into the room - can’t understand what the upgrade was. Nice size room, but dusty and slight smell of drain. Strange set-up to the bathroom where you need to pass through the shower to get to the loo. Comfortable bed. One TV channel in English which played the same news report on a loop for the couple of days we were there, really ridiculous. The key card indicated 24/7 room service which led us to believe we could order a meal at round midnight when we came to the room. Well- surprise- there’s 4 DRINKS on room service and NO food. Complained- and response was- order from outside. What the heck! Really unacceptable/ then state you’ve got no room service! Staff at front desk were friendly, which was a saving grace. Restaurant for breakfast was cozy and nice selection on offer including great omelettes. Very busy side street on which the entrance is daily had rubbish piled high- awful to have to trudge past it to get to the door. Surely this garbage can be moved away from the area, poor reflection on Hotel The Public. So - in summary- this can ge a great little place if little changes can be made. Location is just a minute from Istiklal Street, which is awesome.
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Reception
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

RABE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good choice
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay! The location was perfect — very central and easily accessible to all the main attractions in Istanbul, whether on foot or by public transport. The hotel staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help with anything I needed. A special shoutout to Emin, Mert, and Nihat — they truly went above and beyond to make my stay comfortable and enjoyable. Their kindness and professionalism made a big difference. The price was also very reasonable for the quality of service and location, which made the experience even better. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting Istanbul, and I’d happily stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hadi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hadi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best location, Friendly staff, Clean but a little too small room.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly, nice? Great breakfast, rooms small but functional. Location excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TIMI

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The area is loud late into the evening, but nothing we couldn't solve with some earplugs. staff was very courtious and helpful. very professional. we would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Noisy hotel

Rooms although a good design are very tired and need a face lift. Shower head in my room needs a proper clean and descale. Breakfast is very average at best. Staff helpful at reception. The nearby nightclub is very noisy with thumping music making sleep difficult!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

SHAHMEER

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

brenda

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Bryant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Air conditioning was very weak and the room was hot all night even with ac at full blast. I also ordered a roof top room with the balcony window doors that open and I received a room on the 4th floor. I booked this place for the rooftop/ view.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachael, Wylie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
PROS -Hotel is nicely decorated, they gave us a beverage upon check-in and communication was great between us and the hotel -Rooftop room was spacious and we surprisingly never hit our heads on any beams -Great location for shopping CONS -Bed was supposed to be a king, but it was not. It was bigger than a queen but it was an odd size. -Bathroom/shower area was VERY small. Could barely turn around inside the bathroom. Water leaked out from the shower into the toilet area. Detachable shower head was broken and had a leak between the handle and where the hose connected so it never worked. Smallest bathroom I've ever seen -Hotel did arrange our airport transfers but never let us know that it would need to be cash only when departing for our outbound flight the next morning. They did work with us but it would have been great to know this in advance since our transportation leaving for the airport was at 5 AM. -NOISE! Noise from the street below continued well into the night and this was on a weekday. It was mostly music from somewhere on the street (we were on the 5th floor) and it did keep me up throughout the night. -Rooftop terrace doesn't have too great of a view, but I expected that. The tiles could be cleaner out there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t receive an upgrade because I don’t believe I was told about it in advance. So when I had the chance to check in early in a standard rate room I took it. Not know I was upgraded. Same with the wine. It was in the room but I wasn’t told it was for me. I thought I had to pay for it if I wanted it. It’s nice but you should let people know.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Julian

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
The day before arriving they switch our rooms to a building down the street with no lobby. They said the rooms we had booked had no windows, so while the new rooms had a window with a decent view, we were no longer in the hotel and had no lobby or facilities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024