CVK Taksim Hotel Istanbul

This is probably my 7th or 8th stay at CVK Taksim, and there's no way I'd choose anywhere else whenever I visit Istanbul. Everything is great as always, from the warm welcome at reception by Ms. Ilayda to the clean rooms, the tasty breakfast, and the warm, genuine smiles from the ladies at the restaurant and all the staff. Special thanks to Umran, who always makes our stay perfect with his service and professionalism. Umran goes above and beyond every single time, and he remembers our preferences even between visits. Thank you all. I'll always be your loyal guest.

Everything is excellent, and exceptionally, good, and very delicious breakfast

If you’re reading this, you may think that this is a fake review. I assure you that it is not. It has been such a great day that I’m going to give you the full story. We were met at the door by a huge smile from the doorman Kutay. The type of smile that is immediately welcoming and he was very helpful. We got to the reception and another big smile from Ali who was amazing with his help with giving food recommendations as well as how to get around easier. We had a square facing room with views of the Mosque and Church which for someone who has been to 88 countries and all 7 continents, one of the best hotel views I have ever had (pictures below) the breakfast on the top floor also gives full panoramic views from the Bosphorus all the way across the city. The breakfast staff are so nice and the food is great (honey on the comb is delicious). On some other occasions we had to ask the front reception for help and Umar was our man. Very helpful, was happy to help, and we are truly grateful. You want to talk about hospitality 10/10, location 10/10, Staff 20/10, rooms 10/10. This will be the only hotel I ever stay at when I come back to Istanbul and they have rightfully earned my business and my recommendation for a lifetime.