Calenberg Hotel

Friendly staff an a very plesent stay.

I liked the hotel, it was renovated and clean. The ladies who prepared the breakfast were very nice. The guys at the reception were very polite. The room needed a dining table and some dishes like plates. The location was close to the metro but the hotel was on a steep road, if you are traveling with elderly people and a stroller with children, it will be a bit of a problem to climb.

Great location

The hotel staff were very friendly. Everything was good.

I booked queen bed and they gave me two separate beds ?

Everything was great, it is spacious and clean. Stuff was very helpful. Suggestion is maybe to add some chairs, coffee table and dining table.

Good

My stay was a complete disappointment. The room did not match the photos at all – in reality, it was an improvised space set up in a room that previously had a “Staff Only” sign. During my 3-night stay, the room was not cleaned even once. It was dirty in every corner, with no attention to hygiene or maintenance. This room does not meet even the minimum accommodation standards, let alone any certification requirements. I do not recommend it and will not return. Very disappointing.

Exceptional

Very nice hotel and staff, cleaning every day. Breakfast is also ok, there were some variety of dishes every day, even Russian salad? We always had hot water, what was really important. The tram station and metro are close enough. And there are some cheap shops and cafes nearby. The place is not perfect, but we knew it before booking thanks to previous reviews. The hotel is really located on a hill, leaving it you will need to climb up every time. We were traveling light, so it didn't bother us at all.

The hotel is ok. But location isn't good. Industrial area. Location.

Exceptional

Passable

NOTHING! I booked this hotel on Booking.com for five nights based on its high ratings and affordable price, expecting a comfortable and enjoyable stay in Istanbul. However, my experience turned out to be a nightmare. First, the location was far from ideal. The area felt unsafe and unappealing. The rooms were tiny—barely enough space for one person, let alone two—and the walls were so thin that I could hear every single noise from neighboring rooms, including coughing and conversations. This made it impossible to get any sleep. In the morning, I was woken up by the smell of eggs (I was on the fourth floor!), and although the bathroom appeared new, there was a persistent unpleasant odor. The hotel’s overall atmosphere was anything but restful. After enduring just one night, I decided to check out and book another hotel to salvage my trip. When I spoke to the manager, they initially agreed to let me cancel the rest of my stay if I paid for one night plus an additional 40 euros as a penalty. I was ready to pay this just to leave, but then the manager suddenly changed their mind and refused to refund anything. I was forced to pay for all five nights, even though I only stayed for one. The manager was unfriendly and unprofessional, and they insisted this was the best room I could find in the area, which was blatantly untrue. To add insult to injury, I ended up paying for two hotels for five nights because of this awful experience. Booking.com’s ratings completely misled me, and this hotel is nothing like what is described online. Do yourself a favor: avoid this hotel at all costs. It’s not worth the money, the stress, or the discomfort. You can definitely find better accommodations in Istanbul for a similar price.

Clean Location Tiny room Poor breakfast

Very good

Passable

Reasonable Value for the Price: For the price, the hotel provided a satisfactory experience. Friendly Staff Members: The two young women working at the hotel were friendly, helpful, and spoke English, which made communication easier. Convenient Breakfast Hours: The breakfast hours (8–10 am) were convenient for guests with varying schedules. Location Challenges: The steep uphill walk from the tram stop to the hotel can be difficult for anyone with health issues, heavy luggage, or limited mobility. Run-Down Surroundings: The area around the hotel felt quite neglected and noisy, especially with the nearby car sales lot that attracted loud gatherings late into the night. Outdated Facilities: The room and bathroom felt old and poorly maintained. For example, my window wouldn’t close properly, leading to noise and cold air, and the sink faucets were imprecise and difficult to adjust. Thin Walls and Noise: The walls seemed very thin, allowing for significant noise from neighboring rooms. Questionable Cleanliness of Towels: Finding long hairs on the towels raised concerns about the cleanliness of the linens. Basic Breakfast: The breakfast options were limited, with coffee not included and only white bread offered. Additionally, on one morning, I was told there were no eggs left for an omelet, despite boiled eggs being available.

Reception staff nice. Central location but down quiet alleyways. Could be risky for a solo traveller.

Good