AC Hotel Istanbul Macka

For my first trip to Istanbul, my wife and I decided along with our friends to stay at this hotel for 4 nights. In terms of location, it was close to the majority of the touristic attractions in Istanbul (not more than 15mins). Furthermore, the streets below were great to walk through, boasting multiple cafes and restaurants that came alive in the afternoon and evening. The room we stayed in had ticked all the basic requirements considering the value for money. Service was slow when requested and the language barrier caused a few misunderstandings. However, the staff did always try to enhance their service whenever we highlight an issue. Also they were very helpful in arranging prime view seatings at restaurants, which we really appreciated. Overall the stay was pleasant and a good value for money.

We chose to stay at this ideally situated hotel in the heart of one of Istanbul’s most exclusive neighborhoods surrounded by high end shopping, restaurants, cafes and bars. It’s within steps away from the popular and lively Akkaretler Sokagi where you can enjoy fine dining. It’s lively without being overbearing. It’s a stone throw away from Dolmabahce Palace, the Besiktas iskele or port where you can hop on a ferry ride to the Princess Islands. There is an exchange place within walking distance. It’s extremely safe and I was able to walk around comfortably as a single woman at any time of day or night. The hotel uses its space quite well and feels like an apartment or townhouse. The personnel or staff were highly attentive to our needs, went above and beyond their way to help us with any matter, and provided excellent recommendations for excursions. I would especially like to thank Samet for his consummate professionalism, diligence, care and extra attention towards helping me and my disabled mother. They conveniently have a car park next door and in front of the hotel. There is a car rental location within minutes away in Besiktas, a taxi stand and lovely park to relax. The hotel’s kitchen serves exquisite food both for breakfast and I highly recommend their room service. Everything in their menu was scrumptious. You can chill out in their cool lobby area that boasts a quaint bar and off to the back a library. They even have an outdoor patio to have breakfast. We loved it so much that we decided to stay here twice during our month long visit after exploring the Aegean side of Turkiye. They provided us with an even better room on the roof overlooking the spectacular Bosphorus at a discounted rate. I decided that I will always come back to stay at this wonderful hotel during future trips. Please tip the reception, kitchen and dining room, house keeping and car park attendants for their amazing hard work. I especially wish to thank Huseyin, Coskun, Berk, Oguzhan, Efe, Ali and Samet. They did an exceptional job and should be acknowledged and rewarded for their hard work.