Occidental Istanbul City Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with spa, near Ciragan Palace

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In the heart of Istanbul, Divan Istanbul City offers a serene retreat with a garden, coffee shop/cafe and on-site spa. Unwind at the restaurant with international cuisine or take in the views from your room via free WiFi. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour room service
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms

For families (6)

  • Babysitting services
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Why we love this property

Spa serenity
A full-service spa offers couples treatment rooms and Swedish massages. The hotel features a sauna, steam room, and garden for complete wellness.
Culinary delight awaits
Savor international cuisine with garden views at the restaurant or relax at the bar. The cafe offers vegan, vegetarian, and locally-sourced food options.
Sleep like royalty
Premium bedding and personalized pillow menu ensure stellar sleep. Blackout drapes add comfort. Minibar and 24-hour room service satisfy cravings.

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About the neighborhood

Map
BBüyükdere Caddesi No:84 Gayrettepe, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34398

What's nearby

  • Astoria Istanbul Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Mecidiyekoy Square - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Trump Towers Istanbul - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Zorlu Performing Arts Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 38 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 49 min drive
  • Bogazici Universitesi Station - 6 min drive
  • Baglarbasi Station - 7 min drive
  • Mecidiyekoy Station - 9 min walk
  • Gayrettepe Station - 11 min walk
  • Sisli Station - 13 min walk
  • Levent Station - 23 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Hacı Başar Kebap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria Carbonara - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sita Balık - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Akl-ı Selim Ocakbaşı - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Occidental Istanbul City Hotel

Occidental Istanbul City Hotel puts you within a 10-minute drive of Taksim Square and Galata Tower. Guests can indulge in Swedish massages at the spa, and international cuisine is served at Divan Pub, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a fitness center, and a sauna. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Gayrettepe Station is 11 minutes and Sisli Station is 13 minutes.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 162 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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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 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

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
    • Food and water bowls available
    • Pet grooming services offered
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Secured covered onsite valet parking (EUR 12.5 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • Shopping

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 7 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference center

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1980
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 36-inch LED TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

Divan City Spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include Swedish massages and massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 6 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Divan Pub - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Divan Over time - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 100 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30 per night

Pets

  • Pet deposit: EUR 150 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 35 per pet, per stay

Parking

  • Covered valet parking costs EUR 12.5 per day with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 6 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Eurocard
Property Registration Number 10985

Also known as

Divan Hotel
Divan Hotel Istanbul City
Divan Istanbul City
Divan Istanbul City Hotel
Divan Istanbul City Hotel
Divan Istanbul City Istanbul
Divan Istanbul City Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Does Occidental Istanbul City Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Occidental Istanbul City 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 Occidental Istanbul City Hotel?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 35 per pet, per stay, and there's also a deposit of EUR 150 per stay. Grooming services and food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Occidental Istanbul City Hotel?

Yes. Valet parking costs EUR 12.5 per day.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Occidental Istanbul City Hotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 100 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Occidental Istanbul City Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Occidental Istanbul City Hotel and nearby?

Occidental Istanbul City Hotel has a spa and a steam room, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Occidental Istanbul City Hotel?

Yes, Divan Pub offers international cuisine and garden views.

What's the area around Occidental Istanbul City Hotel like?

Occidental Istanbul City Hotel is in Şişli, a short 9-minute walk from Mecidiyekoy Station and 12 minutes' walk from Trump Towers Istanbul.

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Reviews

Occidental Istanbul City Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

An excellent hotel
Faroug, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel with very convenient location Front desk manager was very helpful and nice Loved it
John, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good quality price hotel , 10 min walk from the metro
Michel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, and a wonderful staff throughout. Will definitely book again on next visit.
h, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good clean room at good price
Imad Naif, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Location good
cengiz, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Had a nice massage at spa Everything was great
John, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to vibrant atea
Imad Naif, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Good staff
Imad Naif, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very very nice
ali, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location.
Vasile, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great experience
Heidi, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A Charming Hotel!

It was an amazing experience to stay such an elegant and high-quality hotel in a very central location in Istanbul! Kudos to the hotel employees for their professionalism and hospitality!
Perihan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good value. Clean and hospitable
Giorgio, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great area
Shiva, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

My stay with my friend was great. Staff were so kind friendly and professional.
Rand, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff
Darryl, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

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Atacan, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel accessible from city center, easy checking and checkout, safe accommodation, excellent breakfast buffet
Czeslaw, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was nice, clean And the stuff was friendly
Altin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel. Reception stuffs are nice and helpful. Location is convenient about 4 minutes to T1 Tram.
Li, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

In the city center, very convenient location, smart and helpful staff, clean city type room, budget/quality effective hotel
Öznil, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was fantastic.
Randy, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

The room was very old and very warm. The air conditioning wasn’t working. The spa and gym was old and unusable. The service staff was great and very helpful.
Rizwana, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Divan

Great location and friendly staff. The lobby bar is cozy, and the breakfast buffet had plenty of options. Unfortunately, my room had a strong sewage smell that didn’t go away, which affected the overall experience.
Ismail, 2-night trip