Topkapi Old City Kensington Hotel Ottoman Heritage

I had an amazing stay at the Kensington Hotel. Upon check-in my room category had been upgraded to a Junior Suite. The daily housekeeping service was impeccable, with fresh towels, replenished water, and bathroom amenities provided every day. The hotel was exceptionally clean and cozy, making it a perfect retreat. The breakfasts were delicious, offering a variety of options to suit every taste. On top of all that, the staff was always smiling and welcoming, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this hotel!

It was a wonderful experience. The hotel's location is great, as it is close to the metro station and the bus stop, in addition to a private taxi park in front of the hotel. There you will find many restaurants and cafes, and on the opposite side of the hotel there are many popular shops in addition to a garden in which almost all the residents of the neighborhood sit. Cleanliness is good, and the staff is friendly. There is a rich and varied breakfast in terms of food and drinks as well.

Great staff and location. The room was pretty good. If you only look for a place to be able to get a night of good sleep then this hotel is a good choice. The breakfast had the most important stuff, bread, egg, soup, and some more stuff. Truly a very basic and continental breakfast. If you’re looking for a big breakfast buffet then this breakfast will not meet your expectations. But still, it’s a great small breakfast buffet to kick off your day. The location was very great. Only 100 meters to the nearest tram station. The tram takes you to most places of interest for a tourist. Overall a good place to stay at. Very good price and value for the money. Lastly a big praise to the wonderful and friendly staff! They were truly amazing. And I truly mean everybody, the staff at the reception, the staff in the breakfast hall and the cleaning staff! They helped us with everything during our stay and was really friendly. Truly grateful for being able to meet with this amazing staff!

Excellent location; not in the most touristy part, which is nevertheless easy to reach by a nice walk or by using the many busses and trams that stop just outside the hotel. Staff very accommodating with our early arrival, and getting us a map. Kudos to the staff. We also liked the breakfast a lot. Pro tip: the Çapa Büfe just outside the hotel makes the best döners in Istanbul. Pretty quiet room for the central location.

This was our 5th or 6th time staying at the Kensington, and once again, it didn’t disappoint! The hotel’s location is unbeatable—so central, making it easy to explore the city. The staff is always welcoming, especially the lovely lady at the reception, who greets us with a warm smile every time. She truly makes us feel at home. The food is also a highlight of our stay, consistently delicious and well-prepared. Kensington has become our go-to hotel in Istanbul for good reason, and we can't wait to return!