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"We loved our stay at the Palazzo. Staff were very welcoming and the room was like the photos. We got an early check-in which was much appreciated as w ... " More

By a verified traveller on Tue 30 Apr 2024

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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in the heart of Istanbul awaits you at Palazzo Donizetti Hotel - Special Class. You'll find Pera Museum a few steps away and Galata Tower within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an indoor swimming pool, and a bar/lounge.

Enjoy the Turkish bath/hammam and steam room. 861 square feet (80 square meters) of event facilities include a meeting room and a conference center. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a free manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle.

With a stay at this 4.5-star Istanbul City Center hotel, you'll be 1.6 km (1 mi) from Taksim Square and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Hagia Sophia.

Deluxe Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
NZ$235* Per night/room 17 May - 18 May

Pacha Site with Sea View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Suite (Corner)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Economy Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Deluxe Room With Additional Bed

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Royal Suite with Sea View

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Palazzo Donizetti Hotel - Special Class ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for Palazzo Donizetti Hotel - Special Class

Family (1)
4 out of 5
We loved our stay at the Palazzo. Staff were very welcoming and the room was like the photos. We got an early check-in which was much appreciated as we were so tired. It was really lovely staying there.

Posted by on 30 Apr. 2024

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Comment from Hotel Management

30 Apr. 2024 by Tugay Kıran

Dear Agnes,On behalf of the entire hotel team, we want to thank you for sharing your most memorable experiences with us during your recent stay at the Palazzo Donizetti Hotel. Your feedback has been shared with the hotel team as a critical way of understanding how we can continue to deliver great experiences. Once again, we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and staying with us.Best Regards.Tugay KiranFront Office Manager"

Property Features

Palazzo Donizetti Hotel - Special Class offers its guests an indoor pool and a steam room. Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 861 square feet (80 square meters) and includes a conference center. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and a library are also featured at the luxury Palazzo Donizetti Hotel - Special Class. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

  • 1 building
  • 79 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 861 sq ft of conference space
  • 80 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1895
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Computer for guest use
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , High-speed internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired internet

Parking

Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

  • Train station: Beyoglu Station (0.6 km / 0.4 mi)
  • Metro station: Sishane-Zemin Metro Station (0.4 km / 0.3 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle and area shuttle
  • Parking: Valet parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Palazzo Donizetti Hotel - Special Class offers 79 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium digital channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

  • Bathrooms are partially open
  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • LED television
  • Digital channels
  • Premium channels
  • Egyptian cotton linens
  • Down blanket
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Hair dryer
  • Laptop safe
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Children's slippers
  • Wardrobe or closet

Food & Drink

The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.

Onsite venue - This pub serves breakfast only.

Late night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool and a steam room.

Spa Services

  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 12:30 AM

Special check-in instructions:

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). To arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Palazzo Donizetti Hotel - Special Class offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 25.0 per day.

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Palazzo Donizetti Hotel - Special Class

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Children stay free
  • Service animals not allowed
  • One child stays free
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Children stay free - maximum age 6
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is available for guests
  • Masks are available for guests
  • Gloves are available for guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are available
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • Individually wrapped food options are available through room service
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 40 per vehicle (one way)
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 10 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 25.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Palazzo Donizetti Hotel Special Class
  • Palazzo Donizetti Hotel Special Class Istanbul
  • Palazzo Donizetti Special Class
  • Palazzo Donizetti Special Class Istanbul
  • Palazzo Donizetti Special Cla
  • Palazzo Donizetti Istanbul
  • Palazzo Donizetti Hotel - Special Class Hotel
  • Palazzo Donizetti Hotel - Special Class Istanbul
  • Palazzo Donizetti Hotel - Special Class Hotel Istanbul

You should know

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National Rating

The Turkish Ministry of Tourism assigns an official classification for accommodations in Türkiye. This Hotel property is awarded the following classification: Special Class.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.