Tucked away near Taksim Square, Hotel The Public is a luxurious retreat with an international cuisine bistro and 2 bars. Savor breakfast and lunch at 1901 Cafe and Bistro, then unwind in the library or explore nearby Istiklal Avenue.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 69 min drive
Vezneciler Subway Station - 5 min drive
Mecidiyekoy Station - 5 min drive
Beyoglu Station - 12 min walk
Taksim Station - 8 min walk
Tophane Station - 11 min walk
Sishane-Zemin Metro Station - 13 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Urban - 1 min walk
Otantik Türkü Bar - 1 min walk
Altın Balık Fish House - 1 min walk
Lezizâne Lokantası - 1 min walk
Çukur Meyhanesi - 1 min walk
About this property
Hotel The Public
Hotel The Public offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Istiklal Avenue and Pera Palace Hotel. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out 1901 Cafe and Bistro, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. This luxurious hotel is also within a 15-minute walk of Taksim Square and Galata Tower. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Taksim Station is 8 minutes and Tophane Station is 11 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
52 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
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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
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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
One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Offsite parking within 328 ft (EUR 20 per day)
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting room
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1883
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Television in common areas
Banquet hall
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Accessible airport shuttle
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
DVD player
LED television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Espresso maker
Slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Desk chair
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Special features
Dining
1901 Cafe and Bistro - This bistro specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
1901 Lobby Lounge - This lobby lounge specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch only. Open 24 hours.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full 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 120 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 5)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 20 per day (328 ft away)
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.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Property Registration Number 15720
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
Are pets allowed at Hotel The Public?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel The Public?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 120 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel The Public?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Express check-in is available.
What is there to do at Hotel The Public and nearby?
Hotel The Public has 2 bars.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel The Public?
Yes, 1901 Cafe and Bistro offers international cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel The Public like?
Hotel The Public is in Taksim, a short 8-minute walk from Taksim Station and 11 minutes' walk from Taksim Square.
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Hotel The Public Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Location
Boutique hotel
View
Quiet - room
Taxi
Bathroom
What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a variety of options and delicious food, including great omelettes and cappuccino. (12 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2025
Excellent
Amazing friendly and helpful staff, nice breakfast and clean rooms .everything was excellent
murat
murat, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 9, 2025
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
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 20, 2025
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!
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2023
Great location, and nice and clean.
chandirah
chandirah, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 2018
Excellent location - clean rooms - Very good and helpful staff
M.Mezher
M.Mezher, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2019
perfect hotel for couples and families suppppppprtt
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 1, 2024
This hotel is fabulous, great location, very modern design throughout, staff were so friendly and helpful, and lots to do around the area. Fantastic value for money!
Samantha
Samantha, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 4, 2023
Great Location
Great location. Close to many restaurants. Great service. Breakfast was included and was amazing.
Lina
Lina, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2023
Wonderful Staff!
Great hotel, awesome location - the room was well appointed and clean. A good breakfast served each morning of our stay. the staff were excellent and very helpful, particularly assisting us recover a passport left in a taxi on arrival. Will definitely stay again when next in Istanbul.
Kim
Kim, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Aug 12, 2025
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.
Athena
Athena, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 28, 2023
Nice hotel - noisy main street
The hotel is really nice and the staff is friendly but I stayed in two separate rooms, both facing the main street and you’ll need ear plugs for sleeping for the ones on the upper floors.
Breakfast is delicious.
Laszlo
Laszlo, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2023
Book Here!
Amazing experience staying at Hotel The Public! The service was amazing, and they have a great breakfast offering. The location is perfect and a short walk from Taksim square. We felt very safe, and would like to extend a huge thank you to the gentlemen that work there. When we come back to Istanbul, we will be staying here again!
Brionna
Brionna, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2024
I like the staff name call NG
He is super nice n friendly
ben
ben, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 22, 2018
Beautiful Boitique Hotel - Perfect Location
Beautiful Boutique Hotel in the most amazing location. Just off the main shopping street in Taksim - The best location for Istanbul! The hotel has some really stunning art and decor. The rooms are small but the space well used and perfect if you book a room with a balcony. Highly recommended!
Frans
Frans, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 14, 2023
The place is in the center but the quality of the service is not good and need to be improved
The Breakfast was poor and not satisfied.
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??, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 1, 2022
The property and the rooms are amazing. The only problem was that the room I selected was advertised as having a king bed while it was not.
Alexandre
Alexandre, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 13, 2023
Noisy but,central location.
Staff helpful,very noisy though because of its central location,You can wait ages for the lift as it’s very small.
Breakfast is good ,but coffee from the machine is awful.
Marc
Marc, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2023
Great Boutique Hotel!!
It’s a great boutique hotel located next to Istiklal Street, accessible to everything. The interior design is eclectic and very cool. Very friendly and helpful personnel. The room we stayed at the rooftop have low ceilings and the bathroom was small, but might not be the case with the guest rooms on the other floors. In general, it was great staying there!!
Carlos
Carlos, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2023
This Hotel is in the heart ❤️ of Istanbul. Walking distance to the most popular sites. Staff was amazing, courteous from Mevlut to Delara. The breakfast was absolutely devine, a variety of everything to eat. I would recommend this hotel to all my friends. Delara made my stay special with an upgrade to the best room with the best view to Istiklal Street. I will definitely be back to Hotel the Public. ❤️❤️❤️
Carmen
Carmen, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2023
İt was one of a kind
John
John, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 28, 2018
the hotel is more of a small three star boutique hotel than a four star. The room was clean and perfectly located on Istiklal street for shopping, a late night walk, clubbing but this make it in the middle of a very noisy district with a club that doesn't shut until early morning so if you have trouble sleeping with noise, this is definitely not a good choice for you. Otherwise the staff are helpful, the hotel is well located and rooms are fairly priced.
STEPHANIE
STEPHANIE, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 22, 2024
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.
Julian
Julian, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 10, 2022
Amazing Boutique Hotel
What a wonderful hotel and staff! This hotel is located at the heart of İstiklal Street. It is at the centre of everything and all the sights. You can walk to Galata Tower, Karakőy, Eminőnů, Dolmabahce and so on. Rooms were very clean and staff was absolutely amazing. İsmail went beyind his duties and helped us to get a vehicle in front of the hotel even though the road was closed for traffic. We stayed here for our wedding and our guests also loved the hotel. I cannot find anything wrong about it.
Yasemin
Yasemin, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 26, 2022
Lovely little hotel
This is a lovely boutique hotel in the heart of things ! The breakfast was fantastic, we stayed in a superior room it was really nice -yes a little noisy but no problem fir our 3 night stay . Beirut and Osman were super helpful as were all staff
To management I would like to point out that the lighting in rooms could be improved- not good for night readers . Also the shower /toilet configuration is the wrong way around! The water sits on shower floor then if u need to use the toilet you have to pass on the wet floor this is not good at all
Leanne
Leanne, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 11, 2022
Terrible
I had really bad experience with them . I had done the booking through hotel.com . When i reached hotel at 11 pm with 8 years old kid they said my booking has been cancelled . I would never recommend them at all . The only good they had was their location .