Icon Hotel Taksim
Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey
What Arab guests said
What guests love
Arab guests frequently praise the hotel's helpful and friendly staff, contributing to a comfortable and welcoming stay.
- The staff are consistently described as kind and ready to assist guests.
- Rooms are noted for being clean and comfortable, with some guests finding them spacious.
- A convenient shuttle service to Taksim Square is appreciated by many visitors.
- Breakfast is generally considered good and offers a satisfactory variety.
Areas to improve
Some guests encountered issues with the hotel's location, which was sometimes perceived as inconvenient or situated in an industrial area.
- The location is noted by some as being difficult to access or distant from key attractions.
- Breakfast received criticism regarding its quality or availability towards the end of service hours.
- A few guests experienced rooms that were small or had furniture that appeared dated and in need of maintenance.
- Reaching the hotel by taxi was mentioned as being challenging at times.
What guests love
Saudi guests found the hotel to be a comfortable and pleasant stay, highlighting the friendly staff and clean rooms as key positives.
- Staff members are welcoming and provide good service.
- Rooms are clean and comfortable, ensuring a relaxing stay.
- The breakfast offers a good variety and is enjoyable.
- The hotel's location is convenient and close to amenities.
Areas to improve
A portion of Saudi visitors noted challenges with the hotel's location and accessibility to transportation.
- Some guests found the location to be inconvenient.
- Difficulty was experienced in accessing transportation.
- A few mentioned issues with the air conditioning system.
What guests love
Emirati guests appreciate the hotel's prime location near Taksim Square, noting the convenience of complimentary shuttle services and the friendly staff who contribute to a pleasant stay.
- Strategic location close to Taksim Square and Istiklal Street.
- Convenient complimentary shuttle service to Taksim Square.
- Friendly and helpful staff members enhance the experience.
- Good value for money, with appreciated breakfast options.
Areas to improve
Some Emirati guests noted that the furniture appears dated and requires maintenance, while the surrounding area might feel industrial to some, with a few comments regarding breakfast.
- Room furniture seems aged and could benefit from updates.
- The hotel's immediate surroundings may feel industrial.
- A few guests had remarks about the breakfast quality.
What guests love
Bahraini guests appreciated the friendly service and cooperation from the hotel staff, with special recognition for the General Manager and reception team.
- Staff members are cooperative and provide good service.
- The cleanliness of the place contributes to a comfortable stay.
- The hotel's location is considered good by some visitors.
Areas to improve
Some Bahraini guests encountered challenges regarding room size and the professionalism of certain staff, alongside difficulties with access to Taksim center.
- Some rooms may be small in size.
- Professionalism of some staff members could be enhanced.
- Access to Taksim center presented difficulties and may need transport improvements.
What guests love
Omani guests found the staff at Icon Hotel Taksim to be friendly and helpful, contributing to an enjoyable overall stay.
- Guests appreciated the staff for being welcoming and very helpful.
- The hotel's cleanliness and good service were noted positively.
- Many visitors enjoyed their overall experience at the hotel.
Areas to improve
Some Omani visitors experienced disappointment with the hotel's small room sizes, breakfast quality, and a perceived inconvenient location.
- Several guests found the rooms to be too small and narrow.
- The breakfast experience was unsatisfactory, with comments on food quality and service timing.
- The hotel's location was described as poor and inconvenient for access.
What is ArabScore?
How travelers like you really rated this stay — scored only from Arab guests’ reviews, and weighted to stay trustworthy, not just a plain average.
Amenities
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
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- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- City view
- View
- Garden
- Cleaning products
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Video
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- Fruit
- Wine/Champagne
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Invoice provided
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Baby safety gates
- Child safety socket covers
- Family rooms
- Kids' meals
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit press
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
- Fax/Photocopying
- Business center
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
Where it is
Eskişehir Mah. Dolapdere Cad. NO:43-47 Taksim, Sisli, 34347 Istanbul, Turkey












































