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About the Hotel

Cirpici Yolu Caddesi Sercekale Sokak No:1 Topkapi, Istanbul, Turkey, 34010

“The hotel's location gave me easy access to public transport and attractions.”view full review

Grand Makel Hotel Topkapi, a 5-star Istanbul hotel rated 8.5/10 on Booking.com, offers a variety of amenities including a spa center, rooftop restaurant, and fully equipped business center. The hotel features a total of 118 rooms including superior and suite options to accommodate diverse guest needs.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Grand Makel Hotel Topkapi include 46 standard city view rooms, 24 standard sea view rooms, 21 superior city view rooms, and 10 suites, each fitted with a flat-screen TV, minibar, and air conditioning. The rooms also offer thoughtful touches such as pillow menus and electric kettles.

Dining & Nearby Options

The hotel's rooftop restaurant, MakSky, features panoramic city and sea views and offers a rich breakfast buffet. Guests can also find a lobby bar on-site for dining and drinks.

Leisure & Business

For leisure, Grand Makel Hotel Topkapi features a full-service spa, which provides an indoor pool, sauna, and hammam. The hotel is equipped with five meeting rooms and a ballroom, catering to business events and special occasions.

Location & Transportation

Grand Makel Hotel Topkapi is located in the historical peninsula, with major attractions such as the Basilica Cistern and The Egyptian Bazaar within a 10-minute drive. The nearest public transportation options include Davutpasa-YTU subway station and several bus and train stations within walking distance.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Corner Suite City View

Max:

2 persons

390 sq. feet

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Double or Twin Room City View

Max:

2 persons

250 sq. feet

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Superior Double or Twin Room City View

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2 persons

360 sq. feet

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Istanbul 3.4 mi

Airports

Istanbul (IST) 26.4 mi

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW) 28.2 mi

Train

Aksaray Tram Station 2.4 mi

Yenikapi Train Station 2.5 mi

Underground

Davutpasa - Y.T.U.2700 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Rooftop Restaurant Views

“I had breakfast at the rooftop restaurant, and the views of the Bosphorus and city's iconic mosques were simply amazing. The variety in the breakfast selection included fantastic Turkish cheeses and pastries that really made my mornings special.” view full review

Relaxing Spa Experience

“During my stay, I indulged in the on-site spa services. The indoor pool and spa treatments provided a wonderful escape. It was just what I needed to unwind after a day of exploring.” view full review

Convenient Parking Facility

“I was pleased to find that the hotel offers a well-organized guest parking facility that included electric car charging stations. This made it very convenient for me to have my car while enjoying the city.” view full review

Comfortable and Spacious Room

“My room was extremely comfortable and well-equipped for my needs. It had a fine view of the city, and everything was super clean. The cozy atmosphere made it feel like a home away from home.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Steam room
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Cirpici Yolu Caddesi Sercekale Sokak No:1 Topkapi, Istanbul, Turkey, 34010

Map view

Cirpici Yolu Caddesi Sercekale Sokak No:1 Topkapi, Istanbul, Turkey, 34010

City landmarks

Museum

Hagia Sophia Museum

3.7 mi

Mosque

Blue Mosque

3.6 mi

Landmark

Basilica Cistern

3.6 mi

Museum

Kariye Mosque

1.7 mi

Square

Sultanahmet District

3.6 mi

Mosque

Suleymaniye Mosque

2.8 mi

Museum

Panorama 1453 History Museum

4500 ft

Mosque

Eyup Sultan Mosque

2.3 mi

Museum

Topkapi Palace

3.9 mi

Landmark

Yenikapi Mevlevihanesi

2800 ft

Park

Miniaturk

3.5 mi

Mosque

Kara Ahmet Pasha Mosque

1.3 mi

Landmark

Walls of Constantinople

1.1 mi

Landmark

Tim 1 Is Merkezi

2700 ft

Museum

Fethiye Camii

2.0 mi

Mosque

Merkezefendi Cami

3100 ft

Mosque

Hadim Ibrahim Pasha Mosque

1.1 mi

Mosque

Besevler Sultan Murat Camii

3300 ft

Landmark

Maltepe Mezarligi

3500 ft

Landmark

Safari Life Istanbul

3500 ft

Landmark

kiptas evleri mescidi

3600 ft

Landmark

Kozlu

3800 ft

Landmark

Theodosian Wall

3900 ft

Landmark

Show Center

3900 ft

University

Bezmialem Foundation University

1.3 mi

Landmark

The Theodosian Walls

4000 ft

Mosque

Melek Hatun Cami

4000 ft

Nearby

Cinili Camii

1000 ft

Gumussuyu Camii

1300 ft

Kale Suleyman Camii

1800 ft

Restaurants

Hill’s Coffee & Food Studio

500 ft

Maltepe Mahallesi Yedikule Cirpici Yolu sok. 1 No:2/J Kale Avrupa Konutlari

Cemilusta Avrupa Konutlari

500 ft

Yedikule Cirpici Yolu Zeytinburnu

Birtat Lokantasi

700 ft

Maltepe Mahallesi

Moonstar

1000 ft

Maltepe Mahallesi Londra Asfalti Caddesi no32/1 Kale avrupa konutları cevizlibağ

Cinaralti Kebap

1100 ft

Maltepe Mahallesi

Selimiye Muhallebicisi

1000 ft

Londra AsfaltI Cad. Maltepe Mah.

Burger King

4700 ft

Eski Londra Asfalti Bakirkoy

Ekim Restaurant

3100 ft

Gumussuyu Davutapasa Caddesi

MyBread Restaurant Zeytinburnu

4100 ft

TopkapI Merkez Evleri No:94/A-C

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

100%

loved their spa retreat and can’t wait to return.

10.0/10

Perfect

Rooms

7.8

Location

8.8

Service

6.8

Dining

5.4

Arthur

United Kingdom, March 2025

5.0/10

I had a mixed experience during my stay at Grand Makel Hotel Topkapi. The rooftop dining was amazing with stunning views, and I appreciated the friendly attitude of the staff, particularly Ferhat and Burcu. However, the breakfast situation was a bit confusing and the hot water in the bathroom was inconsistent, which was frustrating.

Rooms

7.0

My room was spacious and mostly clean, but there were some issues like a strange odor in the bathroom that couldn't be resolved during my stay.

Service

8.0

The service from the staff was helpful and friendly, especially from Mustafa at reception, who was always quick to assist.

Location

8.0

The hotel is in a busy commercial area, making it easy to find nearby restaurants and transportation, which I found quite convenient for exploring Istanbul.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were pretty good, but there was a lack of variety during breakfast, and I had to ask for an omelette with no signs indicating this was the case.

Facilities

6.0

The pool and spa were decent, but I did find the pool water to be on the cooler side and some of the shower soap dispensers were empty.

Jacob

United Kingdom, January 2025

6.8/10

I recently stayed at the Grand Makel Hotel Topkapi for three nights and found several aspects quite enjoyable, though some left much to be desired. The location was convenient for public transport, making it easy to explore Istanbul. However, I was disappointed by the dining options, as the food quality didn't quite meet expectations. The staff were friendly and helpful, but communication was sometimes a challenge, especially with some team members who struggled with English.

Rooms

8.0

The room I stayed in was spacious and clean, providing a comfortable environment for my stay.

Service

6.0

While most of the staff were polite and eager to assist, there were moments when their understanding of English wasn't sufficient, leading to a few miscommunications.

Location

9.0

The hotel's position next to a tramline was excellent, making it easy to reach the city center in about 20-30 minutes.

Dining

5.0

The rooftop restaurant offered great views, but the menu lacked variety, and the food quality was below expectations at times.

Facilities

7.0

I appreciated the gym and spa services, although I found the overall dining experience less impressive compared to my hopes.

Jeremy

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.6/10

My stay at the Grand Makel Hotel Topkapi had its ups and downs. The location was super convenient, with tram access right nearby, making it easy to explore Istanbul. However, the dining experience left a lot to be desired, especially with some cold dishes and language barriers with the staff. The rooms were nice and clean, but I expected better from a 5-star hotel.

Rooms

6.0

The room I stayed in was clean and comfortable, which I appreciated. I had a nice view, but the overall space felt a bit smaller than expected for a five-star.

Service

5.0

While some staff were friendly, I found that many struggled with English, which made communication challenging at times. Although they were polite, it often delayed service.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is great! With the tramline 1 nearby, I could reach the city center easily, which made my stay so much better.

Dining

5.0

Dining was quite disappointing. The food quality wasn't impressive, and I had a couple of mix-ups with my orders that weren't handled well.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were adequate, with clean common areas, but I would have liked to see more amenities without extra charges, particularly at the spa.

Samuel

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.2/10

My stay at Grand Makel Hotel Topkapi was quite mixed. The location is excellent, as it's close to tramline 1, making it easy to get to the city center. However, I encountered several issues, particularly with the food quality and the service in the restaurant, which left me disappointed.

Rooms

8.0

My room was spacious and clean, offering a fantastic view of Istanbul. It had a comfortable setup that was perfect for relaxing after a long day of exploring.

Service

6.0

The staff were generally friendly and accommodating, particularly Ferhat, who made me feel welcome. However, there were moments when communication was a challenge, especially in the restaurant, where language barriers affected the service I received.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location was a standout feature for me, as it was conveniently located near the tramline, which made accessing the city center a breeze.

Dining

5.0

While the rooftop views were lovely, the quality of the food left much to be desired. The breakfast wasn't up to par with what I expected from a five-star hotel, and there were issues with the responsiveness of the restaurant staff when it came to ordering.

Facilities

6.0

The leisure facilities were decent, although I found the pool water below temperature and some soap dispensers were empty, which detracted from the overall experience.

Aaron

United Kingdom, October 2024

5.6/10

I recently stayed at the Grand Makel Hotel Topkapi in Istanbul for nine days. The cleanliness and comfort of the hotel were commendable, and the rooftop restaurant offered stunning views of the city (though the windows could use a wash!). However, the breakfast service could improve, as there wasn't a dedicated omelette chef, which is usually expected at five-star hotels. Overall, it felt more like a 3.5 to 4-star experience rather than a true five-star one.

Rooms

10.0

My room was clean and comfy, featuring a cozy bed and nice decor, making for a very pleasant stay.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and responsive (a shout out to Mr. Ali Gures and others!), aiding in problem-solving when needed.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is central and convenient, as it's near public transportation like the Metrobus and T1 Tram, allowing easy exploration of Istanbul.

Dining

6.0

Dining at the rooftop restaurant was beautiful, but the breakfast variety was lacking, and some items were not fresh late in the service.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, with a well-maintained leisure area, although I did find some amenities lacking, like empty soap dispensers in the showers.