Joy Taksim
Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey
What Arab guests said
What guests love
Guests frequently praise the hotel's convenient location near Taksim Square, making it an ideal base for exploring the area and accessing amenities.
- The location is very convenient, close to Taksim Square and various services.
- Overall cleanliness is noted as good and satisfactory by many visitors.
- Staff members are described as friendly and helpful, with many appreciating their service.
- Rooms are comfortable and sometimes offer pleasant views.
Areas to improve
Some guests encountered issues with small room and bathroom sizes, alongside occasional problems with essential services like water or air conditioning.
- Rooms and bathrooms are frequently described as small.
- Intermittent issues with water supply or air conditioning functionality were noted.
- Some visitors mentioned experiencing noise disturbances from the street.
- Breakfast experiences were limited or unavailable for certain guests.
What guests love
Saudi guests praise the hotel's prime location in the heart of Taksim, offering easy access to all amenities and transport. They also commend the cleanliness of the property and the cooperative, friendly staff.
- The good location near Taksim Square serves as an ideal starting point for exploring the area.
- Guests consistently highlight the cleanliness of the rooms and common areas.
- Staff are cooperative and provide good assistance, with specific individuals receiving commendations.
Areas to improve
Some Saudi guests encountered issues related to the small size of rooms and bathrooms, alongside occasional facility problems such as air conditioning or water availability.
- Some guests reported that rooms and bathrooms are cramped, potentially affecting comfort.
- Intermittent issues with air conditioning and water temperature were noted, impacting guest comfort.
- A few guests mentioned short breakfast hours or limited options.
What guests love
Emirati guests appreciate the hotel's convenient location near vibrant streets, highlighting the helpfulness and good conduct of the staff.
- good proximity to key streets.
- Staff members are friendly and provide valuable assistance.
- Generally good cleanliness standards observed.
Areas to improve
Some Emirati guests encountered issues with cleanliness, door maintenance, and small room sizes, alongside negative experiences with staff conduct and service availability.
- Cleanliness was unsatisfactory in certain rooms and bathrooms.
- Problems reported with door locks and access cards.
- Some rooms were noted as small and inadequately equipped.
What guests love
Bahraini guests praise the hotel's convenient location near Taksim Street, finding the accommodation suitable for families and friends.
- The location is strategic and close to Taksim Street.
- The hotel is clean and well-appointed.
- The reception is friendly, especially staff member Yusuf.
- The accommodation is suitable for families and friends.
Areas to improve
Some Bahraini guests encountered customer service challenges, including an issue with laundry service and a power outage.
- A problem occurred with the hotel manager regarding laundry service.
- A complete power outage for a full day caused disruption.
- Some visitors noted issues with staff interactions.
What guests love
Omani guests found Joy Taksim to be a well-located and good value hotel, praising its services and facilities.
- The hotel boasts a great location, very close to Taksim Square and essential amenities.
- Guests appreciated the overall cleanliness and the quiet atmosphere provided.
- The price was considered very suitable for the services and facilities offered.
Areas to improve
Some Omani visitors noted the small size of rooms and bathrooms as a drawback, alongside some nighttime noise.
- Rooms and bathrooms were observed to be small, particularly in certain units.
- A few guests mentioned experiencing nighttime disturbances from vehicle traffic.
- No other significant issues were widely reported by guests.
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Amenities
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
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- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- City view
- View
- Cleaning products
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rental
- Tour or class about local culture
- Happy hour
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Public transit tickets
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Family rooms
- Daily housekeeping
- Fax/Photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle service
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hypoallergenic room available
- Wake-up service
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Car rental
Where it is
Dolapdere Taksim cad. No:13, Beyoglu, 34437 Istanbul, Turkey












































