Grand Halic Hotel, IstanbulGrand Halic Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey has a corrected score of 2.6 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 227 of 245 hotels we score in Istanbul. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 2.3 before correction: Booking.com 2.3, Tripadvisor 2.3, Google 2.3.Grand Halic Hotel is a four-star establishment situated in the Beyoglu district of Istanbul. The property overlooks the Golden Horn and sits within walking distance of Galata Tower and Taksim Square. It serves travellers who want easy access to the Şişhane metro station and local attractions. Guest rooms include air conditioning, minibars, and seating areas. On-site facilities consist of an indoor swimming pool, a sauna, and massage services. The hotel also provides meeting spaces and an on-site restaurant. While the location is central, some of the guest rooms are small in size.What stands out

Views of the Golden Horn

Close to metro and landmarks

Indoor swimming pool and sauna

Modern room interiors

Watch out for

Small room sizes

Basic bathroom facilities

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