Santa Rio Taxim
Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey
What Arab guests said
What guests love
Arab guests frequently praise the prime location of the serviced apartments, noting its convenience for accessing key areas, alongside the staff's welcoming demeanor and helpfulness.
- The strategic location, offering easy access to transportation and attractions, is a recurring highlight.
- Staff members are consistently commended for their friendly service and readiness to assist.
- The overall cleanliness of the apartments and the facilities provided are well-regarded.
Areas to improve
A few guests pointed out areas for improvement, including the size of the elevators and the layout of some apartments, along with comments regarding the condition of certain furnishings and amenities.
- Some guests mentioned that the elevators were too small, particularly for busy periods.
- There were comments about apartment configurations, where living areas were adapted to serve as additional bedrooms.
- Minor issues were noted concerning bathroom odors and occasional stains on towels and bedding.
What guests love
Saudi guests appreciate the hotel's convenient location and the helpfulness of its staff, noting the convenient access to Taksim and public transport.
- The location is very convenient for accessing Taksim and public transport.
- Staff members are friendly and consistently helpful.
- The hotel is clean and comfortable, offering a pleasant stay.
- Prompt responsiveness from the staff is valued.
Areas to improve
A few Saudi guests mentioned minor points for improvement, including the elevator size and kitchen amenities.
- The elevator was noted as being quite small.
- Kitchen facilities were limited, with no stove available for cooking.
- Apartment layouts sometimes did not meet expectations.
What guests love
Emirati guests highlight the friendly and smiling staff as a key aspect of their enjoyable stay, also noting the good cleanliness of the property.
- The staff are consistently praised for their welcoming and friendly demeanor.
- Guests appreciated the cleanliness maintained throughout the accommodation.
- The overall atmosphere is described as pleasant and inviting.
What guests love
Kuwaiti guests appreciated the hotel's convenient location and the friendly service from staff, contributing to a pleasant stay.
- The hotel boasts a good and convenient location.
- Staff members were friendly and helpful.
- Overall cleanliness of the premises was satisfactory.
Areas to improve
A few Kuwaiti guests noted some issues concerning cleanliness and bathroom odors during their stay.
- Unpleasant odors were occasionally detected in the bathrooms.
- Some towels and bedding showed stains at times.
What guests love
Qatari guests highlight the hotel's convenient location and good value for money, with special praise for the friendly and helpful staff.
- The hotel boasts a prime location, convenient for exploring.
- Reception was good, and the staff were welcoming.
- The accommodation was noted for its cleanliness.
- Guests found the price to be reasonable for the services offered.
Areas to improve
A few Qatari guests suggested minor improvements, such as adding an oven in the kitchen to enhance the stay.
- One guest suggested the addition of an oven in the kitchen.
- No other significant negative points were raised.
What guests love
Bahraini guests appreciated the attentive service and prime location of the hotel.
- Bahraini visitors found the staff to be welcoming and professional.
- Bahraini guests noted the cleanliness of the rooms.
- The hotel's proximity to Taksim Square was a highlight for Bahraini families.
What is ArabScore?
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★ Arabs rate this higher than other guests
Amenities
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
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- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 80 inches)
- Garden view
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rental
- Dining area
- Seating area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- TV
- Breakfast in the room
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Public transit tickets
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Baby safety gates
- Child safety socket covers
- Family rooms
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit press
- Ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- Laundry
- Fax/Photocopying
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle service
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Grocery deliveries
- Convenience store on site
Where it is
36 Feridiye Caddesi, Beyoglu, 34437 Istanbul, Turkey












































