In the heart of Istanbul, Utarit Taksim Guesthouse welcomes you to explore the city's vibrant culture. Unwind after a day at Galataport with in-room WiFi and take advantage of bike rentals to discover Istiklal Avenue.
Istanbul Technical University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Galataport - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Bosphorus - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Istanbul Airport (IST) - 45 min drive
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 67 min drive
Mecidiyekoy Station - 4 min drive
Vezneciler Subway Station - 4 min drive
Beyoglu Station - 18 min walk
Taksim Station - 3 min walk
Findikli Station - 11 min walk
Taşkışla Cable Car Station - 16 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Taksim Kahve - 1 min walk
Lale İşkembecisi - 1 min walk
Prive Club Taksim - 1 min walk
Muaf Beyoğlu - 1 min walk
Cheeky - 3 min walk
About this property
Utarit Taksim
Utarit Taksim offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from Taksim Square and Istiklal Avenue. Also, Galata Tower and Bosphorus are just a 5-minute drive away. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Taksim Station is 3 minutes and Findikli Station is 11 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
6 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15
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); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 guest age is 12
Minimum check-in age is 15
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas
Caters to adults only
Property amenities
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Bicycle rentals
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
82-cm flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 40 per vehicle (roundtrip)
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Maya Rooms Apartment Istanbul
Maya Rooms Istanbul
Maya Rooms
Utarit Taksim Istanbul
Utarit Taksim Guesthouse
Utarit Taksim Guesthouse Istanbul
Frequently asked questions
Does Utarit Taksim offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Utarit Taksim 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 Utarit Taksim?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Utarit Taksim?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Utarit Taksim.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Utarit Taksim?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 40 per vehicle roundtrip.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Utarit Taksim?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What's the area around Utarit Taksim like?
Utarit Taksim is in Taksim, a short 3-minute walk from Taksim Station and 4 minutes' walk from Taksim Square.
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Reviews
Utarit Taksim Reviews
7.8
Good
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8.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Popular mentions
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2024
Nice place with a thoughtful receptionist :)
I strongly recommend this place.
The perfect location and spacious
room made me want to stay longer:)
The receptionist, Asım was so friendly, thoughtful and always responded immediately:)
He takes care of every tiny details you might need.
Thanks again for making my stay comfortable:)
I definitely going to stay here again
when i come to Istanbul:)
SOOJIN
SOOJIN, 15-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Sep 14, 2025
Terrible condition
We had a terrible experience. The shower and toilet in the bathroom were broken, everything except the bedding was filthy and dirty, and the furniture was broken and stained. There was no elevator. The staff was helpful, but the hotel is in terrible condition. It doesn't deserve its stars.
Gökce
Gökce, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Aug 24, 2025
The best thing about Hotel Utarit is its location. Just a minute’s walk from Taksim Square, it’s perfect for exploring Istanbul, with trams, funiculars, taxis and ferries nearby, and major attractions walkable within about an hour. The immediate area is full of cafés, restaurants and shops, yet the street itself is surprisingly quiet. Room 6, where we stayed, has a private balcony with afternoon and evening sun, a very comfortable bed with high-quality linen, and strong Wi-Fi.
However, the room needs attention. The air conditioning struggles in the day and only cools properly after sunset. Some sockets spark when used, the shower tray leaks heavily, and the shower head was broken most of the stay, only replaced on the final evening. The harsh ceiling light makes the room feel clinical, and the paintwork looks tired. Noise from a neighbour’s TV is audible in the bathroom but not the bedroom, and the heavy main door downstairs shuts loudly, though this wasn’t disruptive on the third floor.
Housekeeping was consistent and staff were polite, helpful and spoke good English, though maintenance issues were slow to be resolved. With only six rooms, the hotel feels private and safe, though it can be tricky to spot — look for Tom Yum restaurant and a taxi office next door. With some repairs and cosmetic updates, this could be great value, but in its current state it falls short despite the excellent location.
Jake Lee
Jake Lee, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 12, 2023
As someone who travels frequently, I can confidently say that this hotel was the best I've ever stayed in. While I won't go on about the location since it's evident from the map, it was the service that truly stood out during our entire trip. We needed a place to stay between flights and randomly chose this hotel based on its location. However, our first flight was significantly delayed, and we arrived in Istanbul at 1 am. To our pleasant surprise, the hotel had contacted us via the booking service and even left a note on the door with instructions for self-check-in. We called the number they provided and they guided us through the process, even at such a late hour.
The following day, we requested an extra hour for check-out to finish some business, and the hotel graciously granted our request. They also helped us with our luggage and provided advice on the best way to get to the airport. They even negotiated with a taxi on our behalf. The room itself was cozy and immaculately clean, and the location was superb. However, it was the exceptional service that truly made our stay memorable.
If we ever need to return to Istanbul, we won't even consider any other hotel. To the hotel staff, if you're reading this, please know that you made our short stay the best it could possibly be. We will definitely be coming back!
Anna
Anna, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 15, 2021
Utarit
Rent och snyggt. Perfekt läge nära Taksim och Istiklal caddesi. Trevlig personal. Väldigt små rum. Hårda sängar.
Marica
Marica, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 20, 2021
Caro pero buen hotel
Muy buen hotel, la limpieza, comodidad, atención, el baño, la situación... La entrada al hotel da una mala imagen del mismo, por lo pequeña que es, por lo demás bien. El ascensor es muy lento. Respecto al precio me parece muy caro, fuimos por la anulación de otra reserva
Manuel Antoni
Manuel Antoni, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2021
The hotel room is cleaned every day the location is perfect the hotel has good glazed windows very quiet the staff are very helpful and friendly service . I would stay there again next time we are in Istanbul
Arshad
Arshad, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 2, 2021
Una delle camere più pulite e ordinate trovate in Turchia. Posizione strategica. Pensavo la moschea avrebbe dato fastidio ma fortunatamente ha un volume del muezzin ridotto la mattina presto. Non c'è l'ascensore ma il proprietario si incarica del trasporto bagagli. Colazione in linea col prezzo e soprattutto preparata sul momento per quanto riguarda verdure e taglio di carne. Prezzo assolutamente onesto per la posizione e l'offerta data. Camera leggermente poco illuminata ma davvero bella e pulita.
Nicola
Nicola, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 19, 2021
for sure would stay again in UTARIT Hotel - Highly Recommended - Great Location, very nice, supportive & friendly staff.
Thanks a lot for ETRAN & ESRA for making our stay lovely & comfortable
Omnia
Omnia, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2020
Alles in einem war es ein super Aufenthalt. Der Standort vom Hotel ist meine Meinung nach sehr gut, den es ist nicht direkt am Taksim Square wo es meist laut ist, sondern paar geh Minuten entfernt so das man auch die Ruhe hat ohne groß an Entfernung zu büßen.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 11, 2020
Close to all amenities including Havabus to Sabiha or HavaIST to new Istanbul airport. Lots of good restaurants. Convenience metro ride. Price was cheap
Huzaifah
Huzaifah, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2019
직원 친절하고 청결상태 좋았습니다. 엘리베이터가 없고, 계단이 가파른거만 주의하세요~
euiseok
euiseok, 1-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Dec 20, 2019
BEREBAAATTT
3 gun peşin odemeli rezervasyon yaptım ama sadece 2 gun kaldım ekonomik oda diye bizi bodrum katında küf kokan bi oda verildi. Havalandırması fare deliği kadar kucuk penceresi yok . Kahvaltı rezalet. Aynı fıyata daha guzel bi otel buldum ve 3. Gunu başka yerde kaldım annem ve kız kardesimle iğrenç iki gece gecirdik. Resepsiyondakı personale durumu bildirdim bundan haberdar olduklarını soyledı. Madem bu durumdan haberdarsınız kilit vurun odaya ve vermeyın musterilere. Kahvaltı dalga gecer gibiydi SADECE 1 DİLİM DOMATES 3 DİLİM SALATALIK verildi yanında kucuk kutularda kahvaltılık verildi. Biz dilenciye bile daha guzel ilgi gösteriyoruz. Vel hasıl. Olan oldu paramızla 2 berbat gece gecirdik. Tesekkurler.
Seda
Seda, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 17, 2019
Hotel piccolo vicino a Piazza Taksim, gentili e sempre disponibili.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 14, 2019
First of all i would thank the guy on tge reception i don't know his name but he was super friendly he helped us with our luggage carrying them to the room , weighting them before going to the airport he is fluent in English the hotel location is 1 min Walking distance from istikla street and 2 mins from the Metro station we took a small room with 2 bed the room service is beyond perfect ! There is a woman with a beautiful smile who cleans the room each time after we left the hotel to start our journey !! If u really want a small room that was our option there is bigger rooms this hotel does the job perfectly
Wissam.baltaji
Wissam.baltaji, 5-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Nov 4, 2019
Kahvaltı saati dışında fena değil
Lokasyon ve temizlik ortalamanın üzerinde ama büyük beklentiniz olmasın. Kahvaltısı 9:00’da başlıyor buna dikkat
Salih
Salih, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 5, 2019
Great central hotel
Small clean and comfortable. Friendly staff. Great location
Jonathan
Jonathan, 2-night trip
Verified
2/10 Poor
Sep 22, 2019
Chambre triple éco -> fuyez
Tres proche taksim, receptionniste tres aimable, hotel globalement propre.
Je reste néanmoins tres déçue par la qualité de la chambre attribuée. Photo mensongère (un visuel de fenetre lumineuse qui n est autre qu'une fausse fenetre avec une lumiere Led dedans !!!), tromperie (il etait indiquè Rez de chaussée, alors qu'on est au sous-sol), prix élevé de cette chambre comparé aux chambres des étages qui semble sans aucune malhonnêteté. La chambre triple economisue est 1 euro plus chère que celles des étages.
J'ai malheureusement pris une chambre qui s'avère être sans fenêtre en sous sol, avec vmc hyper bruyante inarretable, odeur de renfermé tres nette... heureusement nous ne sommes pas claustrophobes ! détail couchage j ai du demandé un draps car il n y avait qu'un petit par-dessus à se mettre dessus. Évidemment quanf c'est l'heure des petits dej ou des check in / check out le plafond communique assez bien le bruit
Fanny
Fanny, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 20, 2019
Die Lage ist sehr gut, die Zimmer sind nicht für Familien mit Kinder geeignet.
Muki
Muki, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2019
スタッフさんがとても親切でその点が大満足でした。
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 21, 2019
Hôtel assez bien
Hôtel est bien, assez correct. La chambre est propre, salle de bain petite. Le quartier est pas trop mal, mais pas tant de choses à voir.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2019
The manager is very nice; always trying to help us in everything.
I would definitely come back in my next travel to Istanbul.
Highly recommended
Teresa
Teresa, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 1, 2019
100% Recommend
Gayet g üler yüzle karşılandım, çay ikram ettiler hoş sohbet ettik, oda tertemizdi, yataklar rahattı. Odada kettle, çay, kahve, su ücretsiz, mini buzdolabı var. konumu taksim meydanına 1 dk yürüme uzaklığında. Kahvaltı da gayet beklentileri karşılıyordu. Ben kesinlikle beğendim bir daha Taksim'de otelde kalmam gerekirse tek tercihim olacak.
I was welcomed with a smile and was offered a tea which was great. Rooms are extremely clean and beds are comfortable. The location is also very close to Taksim Square and Istiklal Street is only 1 min.
I absolutely liked my stay and will be my go-to hotel if I ever need to stay in Taksim anytime.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 23, 2019
Nice and clean hotel.
The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was simple but nice , comfortable and clean. The location was very excellence, near metro and shopping area.
We arrived taksim to the point hotel by airport shuttle bus. From here to to hotel us about 700m , it is walkabke but you would need
Gps or a map. No body on the street or staff of the hotel nearby will know the location of it. Taking a taxi you would also show them the map as the utarit is a small hotel. The fare is about 10 tl and you need bargain if the driver refuse using meter.