Experience the essence of Istanbul at Root Karakoy, where art and luxury blend. Unwind with a massage or explore local and international flavors at Maji Restaurant. With a fireplace in the lobby, an on-site library, and dry cleaning/laundry services available.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 55 min drive
Vezneciler Subway Station - 4 min drive
Beyoglu Station - 10 min walk
Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 24 min walk
Tophane Station - 3 min walk
Karakoy Station - 7 min walk
Karakoy Tünel Station - 9 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Karaköy Güllüoğlu Üretim Tesisi - 1 min walk
Köşkeroğlu - 1 min walk
Arada Endülüs - 3 min walk
Karabatak - 1 min walk
Kronotrop Karaköy - 1 min walk
About this property
Root Karakoy
Root Karakoy puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Galata Tower and Galataport. Guests can visit the 24-hour fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Maji Restaurant, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Public transportation is just a short walk: Tophane Station is 3 minutes and Karakoy Station is 7 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
74 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 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); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; 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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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking
Uncovered onsite valet parking (EUR 20 per day)
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Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Snack bar/deli
Working away
24-hour business center
Coworking spaces
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Romance packages
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
Communal living room
24-hour fitness center
Art gallery on site
Lockers available
Reception hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Handrails in stairways
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
Smart television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Turndown service
Premium bedding
Memory foam mattress
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Free local calls
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Maji Restaurant - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet 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 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 30 per pet, per day
Parking
Uncovered valet parking costs EUR 20 per day
Policies
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 and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
Masks are required in public areas for unvaccinated guests.
Property Registration Number 22355
Also known as
Root Karaköy
Root Karakoy Hotel
Root Karakoy Istanbul
Root Karakoy Hotel Istanbul
Frequently asked questions
Does Root Karakoy offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Root Karakoy 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 Root Karakoy?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 30 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Root Karakoy?
Yes. Valet parking costs EUR 20 per day.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Root Karakoy?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 60 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Root Karakoy?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Root Karakoy and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the 24-hour gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Root Karakoy?
Yes, Maji Restaurant offers local and international cuisine.
What's the area around Root Karakoy like?
Root Karakoy is in Istanbul City Center, a short 3-minute walk from Tophane Station and 8 minutes' walk from Galata Tower.
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Reviews
Root Karakoy Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
8.0
Amenities
8.4
Staff & service
8.0
Eco-friendliness
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2025
The best Root in Istanbul
The check in staff were very professional and helpful to us with all our requirements. Location was central to cafes, restaurants, shopping centre and the waterfront.
Craig
Craig, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 25, 2025
Rooms are small! Twin bed rooms has no
Zahra
Zahra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
Cute, modern hotel. Nice neighborhood to stay if you are in Istanbul.
Elena
Elena, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 15, 2024
A decent place and excellent customer service
Dawit
Dawit, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 4, 2024
It's a convenient place to stay regarding transportation. Near many restaurants and bars.
Nour
Nour, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2024
Great location and stay. Special thanks to Miss Eebru at front desk, she was making sure everything was great. We will be back!
yesim
yesim, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 9, 2023
A bit small the rooms but very nice area
MAHAMED
8/10 Very good
Jun 21, 2024
Excellent stay. Would specifically like to thank the friendly lady who reset our room daily and always greeted us kindly whenever we crossed her in the hallway.
Excellent location in vibrant Karakoy.
Imran Aziz
Imran Aziz, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2024
Everything was just perfect. Calm and very clean. Staff were amazing
Mariam
Mariam, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 23, 2024
Love it
Mariam
Mariam, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
Great location. Excellent staff. Very helpful. Amazing rooftop. Good value
Poonam
Poonam, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 16, 2024
Small Room
Room is too small and the price was 105$ per night without breakfast it considered up normal for this hotel.
Ahmed
Ahmed, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2023
Cold in istanbul
Wether it was so cold but i enjoyed my trip i viseted most beautiful place there
James
James, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 23, 2024
Wonderful stay! I had to get an access to copier & scanner and the staff was beyond helpful! We’ll be back!
yesim
yesim, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 2, 2024
Before it was open buffet breakfast and now its a mixed plate of their taste.
Faysal RafIc
Faysal RafIc, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2023
Great
abdullah
abdullah, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2021
Hotel was amazing freshly built right at the heart of the city, hotel is incredibly designed , I was really amazed with the design of lobby and rooms. Staff were very friendly and really helped us with everything. I highly recommend Root Karakoy hotel.
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1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Nov 28, 2024
Use to be very good,now medium service and not so clean,and the stuff indifferent to the clients!!
A.N.
A.N., 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Nov 24, 2023
No hot water, soiled bed sheet, bracken coffee maker no air conditioning room was very hot i complained that the ac didn't work they told me to open the very small window.ithe only good thing was the breakfast. And the location
elviro
elviro, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 15, 2025
The room was clean and exact as you look in pictures, the description about how close are the galata Tower, and Istiklal square was not even close, (the description says 4 and 8 mins walking which it is not true, not even in car...) The lobby hotel and other spaces look exactly as pictured and considere them very pretty!! the front desk service considered mediocre, as tourist non turkish language knowledge, asked some help asking one of the guys to talk to a company by phone which we needed some info, and didn´t show any urge or act of interest in helping us. Also, we where kind of lost trying to get to the hotel (walking) cause we didn't have a sim card at the moment to ask for a grab or uber and it was impossible to get there walking with bags due to the wrong info in description about the walking distance time. so.. more less the place was more than great, but would not stay again because of the average service.
lucia
lucia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 5, 2024
Immediately upon arrival, the toilet malfunctioned. I was there for three days and there was no fix. But what’s worse is they did not give me a discount. Disappointing. The breakfast was amazing. Room was great otherwise. Amazing location.
Fareen
8/10 Very good
Nov 21, 2023
Good location and close to attractions and tram. The Wifi is very slow and almost not workable so I have to use my cell data to connect to the internet. Also the taxi the hotel booked for me overcharged me to the airport. When I booked the taxi the front desk told me the charge will be a flat rate at 750 Lira (about $26) but when the driver dropped me off at the airport he asked for $35. I had to catch the flight and had no choice but paid him money. that is not honest and the hotel should not hire the taxi company.
john
john, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
May 22, 2023
Uncomfortable
Room is super small. My friend paid for the exact same room $105, but I was charged $192. This made me very angry. On top of that the room was freezing and they could not control the air conditioner. Very small room to walk. Bathroom super small and uncomfortable. They didn't even had a transformer. Definitely paid too much for this hotel I feel robbed.
Elsie
Elsie, 1-night trip
2/10 Poor
Oct 5, 2022
It was like a horror movie. The room had plumbing problems and it was smelling disgusting, almost impossible to breath. When we contacted to front desk, they told us they don't have any other room available. We asked for a refund and they told us we need to contact expedia about a refund (ofcourse, expedia never refunds). When we were in the room, we realized there is blood stain on the sheets and they replaced the sheets. We couldn't sleep a single minute and it was the worst experience of my life. Now, neither hotel nor expedia is not willing to refund. Definitely not recommending this place to anyone.