Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi

Istanbul 41.05024900, 28.99113400 , Harbiye Mahallesi Abdi Ipekci Caddesi No 12, Sisli (Show on Map)
8.8
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Summary of reviewsThe Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi excels in offering a superb location in one of Istanbul's most upscale neighborhoods. Nestled in Nisantasi, the hotel provides convenient access to vibrant shopping streets, cafes and restaurants, delighting guests with its central and luxurious setting. The cleanliness and comfortable rooms, despite occasional comments about their smaller size, contribute positively to the overall experience. The friendly and helpful staff further enhance the stay, marking it as an excellent choice for travelers seeking a strategic base in the heart of Istanbul.

The hotel's breakfast experience garners widespread acclaim for its delicious and generous Turkish offerings, praised as among the best in the city. Served a la carte, the breakfast is celebrated for its quality, atmosphere and professional service, although some guests suggest that improvements are needed in terms of variety, the quality of bread, coffee and tea and service speed.

Guest rooms, while stylish, well-organized and equipped with essential amenities, receive mixed reviews due to their size and dim lighting in the bathrooms. Nevertheless, the comfortable beds, particularly in the Deluxe and Suite rooms and modern high-tech features, contribute to a satisfactory experience for most visitors.

Cleanliness at Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi generally impresses guests with many highlighting the very clean rooms and well-maintained environment. Some inconsistencies are noted on certain days with a few mentions of dusty floors and stained sheets. However, the overall impression remains positive with many appreciating the clean and modern structure.

One of the hotel's standout attributes is its exceptional staff, frequently praised for their friendliness, helpfulness and welcoming demeanor. Notable staff members such as Eda, Muhammad, Baris, Mustafa, Aida and Ismael receive specific commendations for their exemplary service, contributing significantly to the positive guest experiences.

The beds are another highlight with many guests raving about their comfort and the quality of the pillows, ensuring a good night's rest. Despite occasional mentions of discomfort with the pillows and some lapses in changing bedsheets, the general sentiment towards the bedding is highly positive.

While the hotel is categorized as five-star, some reviews suggest that it aligns more closely with a four-star experience, citing discrepancies in service and facilities. Nonetheless, for many, the redeeming qualities of Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi make it a recommended stay, though perhaps not aligning with the highest luxury standards.
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This hotel in Nisantasi offers luxurious accommodations with features like sea views and a fitness center. It is noted for its professional and friendly staff, contributing to a high-quality guest experience.

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Room Types
Standard King Room This air-conditioned room comes with a safety box and a private bathroom.

Deluxe King Room This air-conditioned room comes with a safety box and a private bathroom.

Deluxe Twin Room This air-conditioned room comes with a safety box and a private bathroom.

Deluxe King with Partial Sea View This air-conditioned room comes with a safety box and a private bathroom.

Terrace Room with Bosphorus View This air-conditioned room comes with a safety box and a private bathroom. Each room is different than each other.

Corner Double Room Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as city views. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe Twin Room with Partial Sea View Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned twin room offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Suite with Sea View Guests will have a special experience as this suite offers a hot tub and a spa bath. This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, soundproof walls, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Double Room with Balcony (2 Adults + 1 Child) The spacious double room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with city views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

Double Room with Balcony The spacious double room offers air conditioning, soundproof walls, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.

About Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi
License: 2022-34-1674
Guest Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Location
Nestled in one of the most upscale neighborhoods of Istanbul, Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi boasts a fantastic location that consistently impresses guests. Positioned perfectly between vibrant shopping streets, cafes and restaurants, the hotel offers easy access to everything one could need. The central and luxurious area of Nisantasi is a highlight with global brand stores and a lively atmosphere within walking distance. Guests praise the hotel's cleanliness and comfortable rooms, despite occasional mentions of smaller room sizes. The friendly and helpful staff also contribute to the overall positive experience. For travelers seeking a strategic base in the heart of Istanbul, Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi proves to be an excellent choice with its superb and ideal location.

Breakfast
The breakfast experience at Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi has garnered widespread acclaim from guests. Many describe it as the best in town with particular praise for its amazing and remarkable quality. The hotel serves a full Turkish breakfast, which guests have found excellent, delicious and generous in portion size. The restaurant's atmosphere, coupled with the professionalism of the chef and waiters, contributes to the positive dining experience. Guests also appreciate that the wonderful breakfasts are offered at an affordable price.

However, some reviews mention room for improvement. A few guests noted that the breakfast is a la carte rather than a buffet, which might not be to everyone's preference. There were also comments about the breakfast service being slow at times and suggestions to increase the variety of the menu. Additionally, specific criticisms were directed at the quality of the bread, coffee and tea, as well as the absence of certain Turkish specialties.

Overall, while Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi's breakfast receives high praise for its taste and quality, there are a few areas where improvements could enhance the experience further.

Rooms
The rooms at Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi have received mixed reviews from guests. While many appreciate the cleanliness and the well-organized, stylish interiors, some find the rooms to be on the smaller side, though they are deemed comfortable and equipped with all essential amenities. The beds are highlighted as very comfortable, ensuring a good night's rest. Several guests have commented on the dim lighting in the bathrooms, making it difficult for tasks such as putting on makeup. Despite these drawbacks, the strategic location and the friendly staff add to the overall positive experience. Deluxe and Suite rooms are particularly favored for their spaciousness and impressive views, whereas standard and simple rooms tend to be more compact. The cleanliness and functionality of the rooms, coupled with quietness and modern high-tech features, make them a satisfactory choice for many visitors, provided they do not mind the limited space.

Beds
Guests at Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi frequently highlight the quality of the beds in their reviews. Many describe the beds as very comfortable with phrases like big beds and wonderful beds indicating satisfaction with their size and comfort. The positive feedback extends to the pillows as well, which are generally considered comfortable by visitors, an important factor for a good night's sleep. Although there are occasional mentions of discomfort with the pillows and instances where bedsheets were not changed for a couple of days, the overall sentiment towards the bedding is firmly positive. The combination of great beds and good-quality pillows contributes significantly to an enjoyable stay at the hotel.

Cleanliness
Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi has garnered a mix of feedback regarding its cleanliness. Many guests appreciate the hotel's overall clean environment, highlighting the very clean rooms and praising the daily room cleaning. The structure itself is described as clean and modern, often accompanied by a pleasant scent. The friendly and responsive staff also add to the positive experience with some reviews emphasizing that everything appeared clean and well-maintained.

However, there are some critical observations noting inconsistencies in cleanliness. A few guests pointed out that room cleaning on some days was not up to standard with issues such as dusty floors, stained sheets and not entirely clean towels. Despite these occasional lapses, the majority view the hotel as clean and cozy with stylish rooms in a perfect location. Overall, while room cleanliness may need some improvement on certain days, the hotel generally impresses with its tidiness and hospitable atmosphere.

Staff
The Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi benefits from an overwhelmingly positive reputation, largely due to its exceptional staff. Guests frequently highlight the friendliness and warm demeanor of hotel employees with many mentioning the always-present smiles and courteous behavior. Visitors repeatedly commend the staff for their helpfulness and efficiency, emphasizing that they go above and beyond to ensure a memorable stay.

From the reception to housekeeping and restaurant teams, every interaction is marked by professionalism and a welcoming attitude. Notable mentions include staff members like Eda, who stands out for her cooperative and cheerful nature, as well as her fluency in Arabic. Similarly, individuals such as Muhammad, Baris and Mustafa are praised for their exemplary service and warm hospitality. Guests often remark on the excellent service and the staff’s ability to make them feel pampered.

Additionally, specific staff members like Aida and Ismael receive recognition for their outstanding assistance and kind behavior. The front desk and restaurant staff are particularly noted for their friendliness and accommodating nature, contributing significantly to the positive guest experiences.

Overall, the Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi's staff are described as the best, consistently providing excellent service and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere that makes guests feel valued and well taken care of. With such high praise for the employees across various departments, it’s clear that the hotel offers a superior level of hospitality.

5 Star
Guests of the Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi have expressed mixed feelings about the hotel's five-star rating, facilities and services. While there are some positive aspects, the majority of reviews indicate that the hotel falls short of its five-star categorization. Issues cited include services and facilities that do not meet the expected standards, a restaurant service that does not align with five-star expectations and room cleaning that fails to achieve the purported level of luxury. Despite these criticisms, there are travelers who recommend the hotel, suggesting it offers some redeeming qualities. Overall, Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi appears to be more aligned with a four-star experience rather than a true five-star luxury stay.


No, Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi.

No, Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi.

Yes, Glens Palas Istanbul Nisantasi has a gym.

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