French-based hotel group with a broad portfolio in Türkiye across economy (Ibis), mid-scale (Novotel, Mercure) and luxury (Fairmont, Raffles) segments.
We made the mistake of driving to the hotel which is very close to the main attractions in Istanbul. On the day we were travelling the police decided to shut down one of the main roads so the traffic was chaos. We had to negotiate our way up the hill from the Galata bridge side.
We phoned the hotel to ask about parking and they actually sent someone to us to guide us in. Your sat nav probably takes you to a road with a white barrier across it and you think that this is wrong. It isn’t. You need to enter this road and the hotel is actually at the end of it. They will park your car and look after it for you.
Although this is a small hotel it provides a big welcome. The reception lobby is small but comfortable and tastefully decorated. The Reception staff are absolutely amazing and they genuinely look after their guests.
Your room is clean and tidy and well laid out with everything you need for a comfortable stay. With herbal teas and a welcome aperitif the hotels provides good wardrobe facilities, a safe and TV which also has BBC news and foreign channels.
The bathroom is spotlessly clean with soaps and shampoos and bed is very comfortable. The location of this hotel is also very good. You are within walking distance of the Blue Mosque, Topkapi, Hagia Sophia, the underground cistern and much more.
Istanbul is full of street hawkers, particularly the covered bazaar. They use every trick in the book to get your attention. Even the shoe shiners will drop one of their brushes and wait for you to pick it up and shout for them. Quick as a flash they will then be cleaning your shoes! Try and have a local with you when your are buying anything expensive as you can bet your bottom dollar that the handbags, carpets and leather jackets are twice the price the locals pay!
Breakfast at the Agora Life Hotel is excellent. They go out of their way to make sure that they provide a proper Turkish breakfast – and more! Everything is fresh and well prepared and again the hotel staff excel with their smiles and welcomes you just cannot fault it. This is a genuine family hotel run by people who actually care.
Don’t miss the terrace bar either. You get a stunning view of the Bosphorous bridge and the surrounding area. The hotel has a good Wi-Fi connection and routers on every floor. Important if you are on a business visit.
Would I stop here again? You bet I would. We had friends over from the UK and also had a business meeting but it was ideal for everyone. I strongly recommend this hotel and would like to say thank you to the staff for their professional expertise and warm welcome. The owner of this hotel can be very proud of what they have achieved here.
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You can enjoy a unique view of the Black Sea in our spacious and spacious rooms, specially designed in classical style, with all kinds of comfort, all with sea views.
A domestic hotel group focused on city-hotel operations across various Turkish cities, providing mid to upscale business/leisure accommodation.
This hotel commands a great location near the beach with relaxing atmosphere and superb surroundings. This really should be classed as a three star hotel rather than just a two star. The grounds and gardens of the hotel are beautiful and the beach is excellent. The hotel provides a good breakfast which is served from the beach restaurant.
The rooms are clean and tidy with balconies that overlook the gardens and the sea. They beds are comfortable and you have everything you need for your stay.
Suprisingly, considering that this is one of the cheaper regions of Turkey we were charged 50.000 tl for a light lunchtime snack at the restaurant. For what we had and by Turkish standards this is daylight robbery. I would recommend that you use the restaurant for breakfast purposes but eat elsewhere in the much more reasonable local establishments.
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This was a very nice place to stay and one of our better choices when travelling along the coast of this beautiful part of Turkey. The accommodation is tastefully decorated and the courtyard within which you can park your car adds another dimension to the already beautiful surroundings.
The beds are comfortable and the rooms are very clean. Hot water and clean showers the attention to detail in the well designed rooms just adds to the experience. The air conditioning is particularly quiet and our hosts provided a very friendly and welcoming service.
The breakfast was organised in the courtyard of the adjoining Ottoman house. No effort was spared in provided a feast fit for a king. With homemade jams, bread and cheeses and a selection of fruits and cakes this really was one of the best breakfast experiences we had on this trip.
The couple running this are nice people. They work hard to please their guests and they do a great job. We would have no hesitation in recommending this place. It ticks all the right boxes!
A Turkish resort-hotel brand (founded 1971) specialising in higher-end beach destinations, and participating in national brand-programmes (e.g., “Turquality”) to raise its global profile.
Ogretmen Evi locations around Turkey have special prices for teachers. These state run hotels or lodgings offer very good value for money and anyone can stay here. They offer a very good alternative to mainstream hotels.
The Ogretmen Evi at Bergama is located along the main highway into town. Up on a hill it commands a very prominent position with some good views over the city. There is ample parking and quiet streets nearby. Check in was simple enough and we paid 110 Turkish Lira ( £21.52 ) for a double room with breakfast included.
The room was comfortable and well laid out. With a TV and adequate heating and very clean the bathroom was very good with an excellent shower. There is a cafe on the ground floor which serves snacks and hot and cold drinks. There is also a restaurant which serves a basic set menu. However, at 8.00 Turkish Lira ( £1.56 each ) a head this represents unbelievable value for money and was more than adequate for our needs and quite filling.
The staff at the Ogretmen Evi really do make you feel at home. They are friendly and helpful and clearly take an interest in their clientele. Wifi is also provided at the hotel.
I would definitely recommend this establishment as a good place to stay for your visit to Bergama. We really liked the atmosphere and the way this place was run.
Clean, well run and very reasonably priced hotel.
This is a good hotel in a central location by the metro. The hotel service is outstanding with staff very pleasant and friendly. The hotel is clean and the rooms are adequate for a short stay in Istanbul. The hotel is situated in Fatih and within a ten minute walk you can be at Hagia Sophie, Topkapi Palace, The Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar.
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The Bubyo Uygulama Hotel is located on the main road into Oren, a small holiday town near Burhaniye. It is about 15 minutes walk from the beach. This large hotel has ample parking and security. Check in is simple and efficient and the rooms offer very good value for money. Our particular room has a beautiful view of the Kaz dagi ( mountains ). The hotel has a large pool and restaurant facilities.
It is important to mention that the hotel only offers lunchtime and evening meals if there is a tour group booked at the hotel so you should be prepared to eat out if required. There are plenty of nice restaurants in and around Oren so this should not be too much trouble. The double room rate was 120 Turkish Lira ( £23.45 ) and included breakfast for two.
The room we stayed in was clean and well maintained. With a TV and coffee making facilities provided, good wardrobe space and everything functioning properly we felt this was a good choice for our stay in Oren.
As previously mentioned by another reviewer, people with disabilities may struggle here as the steps to reception are quite steep and could pose a problem for some.
We found the staff to be very pleasant and friendly and I would have no problem in recommending this hotel. If you are looking to stay here during peak season or national holiday times then you would be advised to book in advance.
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A Turkish brand specialising in all-inclusive resort formats in coastal destinations, aiming to serve the holiday-market through strong resort infrastructure.
This hotel stands out on a limb away from any main centre so its not ideal if you do not have transport of your own. When you arrive you pass through a security barrier and parking underground is chargeable at 18TL per night which is not great when you consider that you are already paying to stay at the hotel.
Disappointing for a Marriott Hotel there are plenty of other alternatives in Istanbul where the bar charges are more reasonable and with better rooms. We paid 50 TL for a toasted sandwich and two beers which by Turkish standards is daylight robbery.
Check in was fairly straight forward and efficient and the staff were pleasant and helpful. The room was large but airless and with no way of opening up the windows it felt oppressive and very much a utility rather than a pleasant place to stay. Avoid the mini bar or you will be charged a small fortune as seems to be the case with the breakfast.
On the upside the rooms were clean and with all the usual facilities you would expect from a Marriott hotel. Would I book this one again? Probably not.
