Housed in a former bank, The Bank Hotel Istanbul is a regal setting for contemporary decor, local art, and cultural events arranged by the in-house curator. The hotel offers the key to Istanbul’s happening Karaköy neighborhood, where hip art galleries and restaurants brush shoulders with local fish markets on the banks of the Bosphorus. The interiors, designed by Sinan Kafadar, breathe life into the grand, marble structure with eclectic pops of color, rich jewel tones, and abstract art. With sweeping views of the Bosphorus and the historic city behind it, one’s eye is often drawn to the scene outside the oversized windows.
Guests find a pleasant homely feeling in Vault Karaköy. The rooms are very clean, comfortable and up-to-date. They say that the staff was very welcoming and had a very helpful and friendly approach. They could speak fluent English.
The hotel has refined marble bathrooms with rain showers; all of them have striking green Carrara marble plus a rich array of toiletries as well as bathrobes and slippers, which found favour with most guests.
Vault Karaköy - The House Hotel enjoys a perfect central location in the heart of Karakoy according to the guests. They say that the hotel is in close proximity to the Karaköy Metro station and so it's only a few minutes' walk to Topkapi Palace, Haga Sophia, Great Bazar and Galata Towers.
Rooms pre-booked from sites are not available upon arrival at the hotel. Guests say they were given rooms of different category, contradicting their preference.
Many guests found Vault Karaköy - The House Hotel overpriced and not value for money. They said that the hotel lacks common areas and restaurant choices considering the high prices charged. Plus, the bathrooms lack bath tubs and there's no swimming pool.
Guests find the lighting system at the hotel very complex. The bathroom lights can be turned on with switches that are deep inside the bathroom. While trying to switch them off it's impossible to know which other lights are also turned off. Guests also said the lighting in the rooms is pretty dim.
No, The Bank Hotel Istanbul, a Member of Design Hotels doesn’t offer pool areas.
Yes, The Bank Hotel Istanbul, a Member of Design Hotels has a pet policy that may vary based on the room type or availability. Please check with the hotel directly to learn about their pet policy.
Yes, The Bank Hotel Istanbul, a Member of Design Hotels provides Parking for guests.
Check-in at The Bank Hotel Istanbul, a Member of Design Hotels is available from: . Check-out time is by .
The Bank Hotel Istanbul, a Member of Design Hotels is located in No. 5, Bankalar Caddesi, 34421, Istanbul, Turkey.
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