Seminal Hotel
Sehit Muhtar Cad. No:23-25, Istanbul, 34437Show Map
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Pools & wellness
- Full-service spa
- Sauna
- Steam room
- Turkish bath/Hammam
Beach & outdoors
- Terrace
- Garden
Food & drink
- Snack bar/deli
Services
- Area shuttle (surcharge)
- Lot hours - 24 hours
- 24-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
- Concierge service
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
Internet & parking
- Free WiFi
Rooms & accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
General
- Designated smoking area
- Television in common areas
- Library
- Multilingual staff
- Porter/bellhop
- Assistive listening devices available
- Visual alarms in hallways
- Handrails in hallways
- Handrails in stairways
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Smooth flooring in public areas
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Review highlights
Fair
Based on 71 reviews
What did guests like the most
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- Cleanliness: Mixed signals: several guests praised cleanliness explicitly, though a few noted room odors and general air quality issues in some rooms.
- Service: Generally helpful and friendly staff reported by many guests, but at least one strong complaint about a reception staff member and occasional service issues (e.g., AC assistance delays).
- Location: Consistently praised across reviews for excellent location near Taksim and local attractions — one of the hotel's strongest points.
- Room Quality: Multiple complaints about small, noisy rooms, poor sound insulation, inadequate privacy, some rooms excessively hot and cramped — clear weakness.
- Amenities: Mixed: complaints about cold/small pool, lack of basic items (toothbrush/prayer mat), window safety and HVAC problems; some amenities present but inconsistent.
- Value for Money: Several guests described the hotel as cheap and good value (one said it was a bargain), though some extra charges and issues with visit hosting were criticized.
- Food and Beverage: Breakfast received repeated negative comments: limited choices, poor quality or repetitive offerings; a few guests found breakfast acceptable but overall below average.
- Overall Experience: Mixed overall: excellent location and generally friendly staff balanced against noisy, small rooms, breakfast and amenity shortcomings — results in a slightly above-mid rating.
Watch out for: Small, noisy rooms with poor sound insulation and privacy · Breakfast quality and limited choices criticized · Amenities issues: cold/small pool, AC problems, missing basic items
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About the hotel
Indulge in a luxurious stay at Seminal Hotel, your ultimate retreat in the heart of Istanbul.
Relax and Rejuvenate
Pamper yourself at our exquisite spa, offering a range of soothing massages, complemented by recreational facilities such as an indoor pool and a sauna, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.
Delightful Dining Experiences
Savor culinary delights at our hotel's restaurant or enjoy the comfort of in-room dining through our limited-hour room service, accompanied by refreshing drinks at our stylish bar/lounge.
Conveniently Connected
With complimentary wireless internet access, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services, your satisfaction and convenience are our top priorities. Utilize our area shuttle for easy access to nearby attractions.
Experience the blend of comfort and luxury at Seminal Hotel — book your stay now and explore the vibrant city of Istanbul!
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