Save

Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class

Luxury hotel with a full-service spa, 6-minute walk to Hagia Sophia

Photo gallery for Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Turkish cuisine
Indoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers
Exterior detail
Sauna, steam room, Turkish bath/hammam, massages
Executive Suite, Sea View | Living room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb

Explore the area

View map
Cankurtaran Mah Bayramfirini, Sok No-7 34400 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34400
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica Cistern
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (SAW-Sabiha Gokcen Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Twin Room, Ground Floor

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Royal Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • City view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Corner Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room (Corner)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Executive Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Deluxe Corner Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room-Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Corner Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room-Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double Room, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Executive Suite With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

You may also like

About the area

Istanbul

A luxury stay in the heart of Istanbul awaits you at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Highlights at this family-friendly hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A pampering day can include massages along with access to the sauna. The restaurant, Amiral Roof Restaurant, serves Turkish cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym, Turkish bath/hammam, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of airport pick-up service. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 5-property class Sultanahmet hotel include Basilica Cistern and Grand Bazaar.

What's nearby

  • Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Basilica Cistern - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sultanahmet Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 2 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 9 min walk
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪korecan - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Akbıyık Fish House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Balıkçı Sabahattin - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Society - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Armada Hotel Havuzlu Kahve - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class

Luxury hotel with a full-service spa, 6-minute walk to Hagia Sophia
Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a business centre on site. A children's pool, a fitness centre, and a rooftop terrace are also featured at the luxury Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class. A shuttle from the airport to the hotel (available 24 hours) is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Istanbul hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2007
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Locker space
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 52-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam. The spa is open daily.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 1 metre
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour airport pick-up shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: TRY 665 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Amiral Roof Restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Built in 2007
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 52-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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: from approximately TRY 665 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: TRY 3000 per vehicle (maximum occupancy 4)

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, debit cards 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 all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 11417

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Amiral Palace Hotel
Amiral Palace Hotel Special Class
Amiral Palace Hotel Special Class Istanbul
Amiral Palace Special Class
Amiral Palace Special Class Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class?

Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class?

As of 13 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class on 17 Feb 2026 start from AU$162.03, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class?

The closest beach to Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class is Florya Beach (16.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class have a pool?

Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class has an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What makes Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and romance packages, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class.

Is Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and laundry facilities, it's no surprise that Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class is a hit with families.

Does Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class serve breakfast?

You bet, our travelers love the buffet brekkie here! Offered daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM, this is the perfect spot to fuel up for a day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class?

No, but there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Turkish cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 567 out of 700 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 700 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 700 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 700 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 700 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
Habitación muuuuy pequeña, pegada a la calle con mucho ruido, pedí cambio y no fueron accesibles
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff. Excellent room, comfortable and clean. Good location in Sultanahmet.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUAN

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jumana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The staff was amazing and the hotel was really beautifully built. We enjoyed our stay and we definitely will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful hotel with friendly/helpful staff located close to main attractions without all the congestion and noise. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great hotel in a brilliant location to explore Istanbul. Very clean and comfortable, super friendly staff. I highly recommend this fabulous hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All around perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Spotless room and hotel, wonderful staff
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan Pablo, Panama

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location. I recommend the King deluxe room; it is not huge but has a good size. Staff is super friendly and helpful and the location is very close to the major attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay! Fast check in, Front desk people are very nice. We stayed at the ground floor, the only thing is we can hear the car noise outside and there is smell of smoke/ gas coming from somewhere on our last night. Amazing breakfast! Lots of food choices, the staff at the breakfast were very friendly and efficient, plus the rooftop dining area is awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean and spacious rooms, terrific breakfast and food in general. Staff kind enough to keep the kitchen open for us after our first night late arrival from the airport. Hotel close to restaurants, and easy walking distance to Hagia Sofia, Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern. Special shout out to desk staff OG ( his initials, sorry forgot name) with the cool kicks and helpful directions and tips for catching the ferry and navigating to the other side of Istanbul. Views from restaurant and some rooms spectacular!
View from restaurant
View from restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Basel, Houston

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was super hot! I guess the previous guest had changed the mode. I was unable to adjust. Other than that everything was wonderful. Staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved our stay here! It’s is a great location for the visitor attractions in the Sultanahmet area and close to lots of restaurants. The staff are friendly & helpful, and housekeeping services were great. The room itself was furnished & maintained to a high standard and had a wide range of bathroom amenities. Breakfast was super tasty and there was a huge variety on offer, changing every day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unbelievably good value for money. Breakfast was outstanding and nothing too much trouble for the staff. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

jeannine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very beautiful! Staff very friendly, supply of water bottles, great location to walk to the Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar and hop on hop off bus station. Standard room a bit small and modern. Buffet breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rakhshinda

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rakhshinda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A gem in the heart of Sultanahmet. Rooms on the smaller side but location makes up for it. Clean and nicely decorated rooms, attentive staff who go an extra mile for you. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie, Sherwood ParkT8B0A2

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff was exceptional, the room was very clean and we were given early check in . The hotels amenities are excellent .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

George E.

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is truly exceptional! It has surpassed all my expectations, especially in handling transportation requests. The staff is professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable. Additionally, the hotel is conveniently located within walking distance from the Blue Mosque.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel with wonderful and helpful staff, perfect location. Very clean and spacious room . Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tolles, zentral nahe der Blauen Moschee gelegenes Hotel. Wunderbares Frühstück, freundlicher Service und saubere, komfortable Zimmer. Gerne wieder…
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Sami

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed at the Amiral Palace Hotel Boutique Class in Istanbul, Turkey. When I was checking out, I stepped outside to get a taxi. There was a blue-cap taxi parked right in front of the hotel. I asked the driver how much he would charge to go to Istanbul’s new airport (IST). He gave me a price, and I agreed. When I went back inside to grab my bags, the front desk staff asked if I needed a taxi. I told them I already had one arranged. Shortly after, while I was in the taxi on my way to the airport, I realized that the hotel staff had shared my photo with the driver, complaining that he picked me up without notifying them or paying them a commission. I was extremely disappointed - it felt like my privacy was violated. If they can share a guest’s picture with a taxi driver, it makes you wonder what other personal information they might share. Another thing that bothered me was discovering that the hotel seems to take commissions “under the table” from taxi drivers, and that often results in higher fares for guests. My advice to future visitors: be cautious many people there may try to overcharge or take advantage of tourists.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025