Frequently Asked Questions

We do not have connecting (interconnecting) rooms. However, subject to availability, we can arrange two adjacent rooms.

A baby cot is provided free of charge in suitable room types. You can see which rooms can offer a baby cot via the "baby cot" option listed under room features during booking.

Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00.

Depending on room availability, early check-in or late check-out may be considered, but cannot be guaranteed.

In accordance with our property policies, pets cannot be accepted.

Yes, all our guests may stay upon presenting a valid ID or passport; a marriage certificate is not required.

Yes, since our reception operates 24/7, you can check in at any hour of the day. Important note: our check-in time is 14:00; if you will arrive after midnight (for example at 02:00), you must make your reservation with the previous day's date. Otherwise, your room will be prepared for 14:00 the following day.

Yes, it is suitable.

Yes, we have twin room types (two separate beds). Our king-size (double) beds cannot be converted into two separate beds; if you prefer two separate beds, please choose one of our room types with a twin bed layout. You can review the bed layouts of the room types in the room details on our website.

In the booking search, guests aged 0–11 are counted as children and guests aged 12 and over as adults. Prices and accommodation conditions for children aged 0–11 vary by age, room type and occupancy capacity; you can review the capacities of the room types in the room details on our website. An extra bed can be added in suitable room types, subject to availability and for a fee; you can contact our team with your requests.

The nearest metro station to our hotel is Şişhane Metro Station. You can also reach our hotel quickly from Karaköy using the historic Tünel funicular, the world's second-oldest underground railway.

Karaköy pier is about a 10-minute walk away; from there you can board ferries to Kadıköy and Üsküdar. For trips to the Princes' Islands, you can use the ferries departing from Karaköy or the Eminönü pier, which you can reach with a short tram ride.

Istanbul Airport is about 42 km from our property; the journey by private car takes 45-75 minutes depending on traffic. Sabiha Gökçen Airport is about 39 km away, and the journey via the Eurasia Tunnel can take 50-90 minutes.

The Kuledibi multi-storey car park is a 2-minute walk from our property and offers independent paid parking. For current Kuledibi Car Park prices, you can visit https://kuledibikatotoparki.com/fiyatlar.

Our hotel is about a 2-minute walk from the Galata Tower.

From Sabiha Gökçen Airport you can reach Taksim by Havabus buses, then reach us with a short walk or one metro stop (Şişhane). Alternatively, rail travel is also possible via the M4 metro and a Marmaray transfer. Şişhane metro station is about a 2-minute walk from us. Paid private transfer and taxi options are also available.

Yes, we have a paid transfer option. The one-way transfer fee is 60 Euros for 1-6 people (Istanbul Airport) / 75 Euros (Sabiha Gökçen Airport), and 90 Euros for 7-9 people (Istanbul Airport) / 95 Euros (Sabiha Gökçen Airport). You can contact our team to make a reservation.

Galata is a historic district built on a hill; the approach from Karaköy and the tram is uphill. When arriving with luggage, we recommend using the Şişhane metro exit or the Tünel funicular — from this direction, access to our property is flat and easy. Taxis can come right up to our door.

Yes, they are available.

Our property is in the heart of Galata: we are a 2-4 minute walk from the Galata Tower, about a 3-minute walk from İstiklal Avenue, and a 10-minute walk from the Karaköy waterfront. You can reach the Historic Peninsula (Sultanahmet, Hagia Sophia, the Grand Bazaar) in about 25 minutes from Şişhane by metro and a tram transfer.

From Istanbul Airport you can reach Taksim by Havaist buses; from Taksim you can reach us with a short walk or one metro stop (Şişhane). As a traffic-free alternative, you can take the M11 metro to Gayrettepe, transfer to the M2 line and get off at Şişhane; Şişhane station is about a 2-minute walk from us. Paid private transfer and taxi options are also available.

Our property is a 3-minute walk from İstiklal Avenue.

There is an elevator at our property.

Yes, we offer free luggage storage for guests arriving early or leaving late.

Yes, our bathrooms are equipped with a bidet spray (hand shower).

If notified in advance, our team will be happy to assist with this.

In Turkey, 220V sockets with two round pins (Type C/F, European standard) are used. An adapter is required for UK, US and Gulf-country plugs; adapters are available to borrow at our reception, subject to availability.

Our rooms are cleaned daily.

Yes, our property is located on a quiet street and our apartments offer a peaceful stay.

A safe is available in all our rooms.

Smoking is not permitted in our rooms. You can ask our staff for assistance regarding designated smoking areas.

Yes, all our rooms have a flat-screen television with satellite channels.

Our rooms have a private bathroom equipped with bathroom amenities.

Upon request, our team will assist with providing an iron, subject to availability.

Our rooms have high ceilings characteristic of our historic building. Due to the building's original architecture, room sizes vary by room type and are of boutique proportions; the high ceilings give the rooms an airy feel. You can review the room sizes in the room details during booking.

Yes, all our apartments have a fully equipped kitchen.

Yes, our property is located in the lively and safe district of Galata; we also have 24/7 reception service.

24/7 reception service is available at our property.

Heating and cooling systems are available in all our rooms.

There is no washing machine in our rooms; however, we offer a paid laundry service. You can ask our reception for details.

Yes, an invoice is issued for your stay. If you require a company invoice, it is enough to provide your billing details to our reception during check-in.

Whether breakfast is included depends on your selected hotel and rate. Check the breakfast information on the room card.

Yes, our hotel guests receive a special 10% discount at Meroddi cafés and restaurants.

Yes, guests staying at Meroddi hotels receive a special 10% discount.

If you choose the refundable rate option, you can pay on arrival. For non-refundable bookings, payment is charged before arrival.

Free Wi-Fi is available in all our rooms.

Yes, we are happy to welcome guests wishing to check in on the same day.

Credit card and cash payments are accepted.

Credit card and cash payment options are available at our property.

Barnathan takes its name from the owner family who had this historic apartment building constructed in 1892-1893. The Barnathan family, of Sephardic origin who migrated from Spain to the Ottoman Empire in 1492, was one of Galata's long-established families; their surname means 'Daughter of the Prophet Nathan' in Hebrew. The construction dates can still be seen carved in stone at the building's entrances today, in both the Gregorian and Jewish calendars.

Yes, our open-buffet breakfast includes vegetarian and vegan items. If you inform us of your special dietary preferences in advance, our team will be happy to assist.

You can access Roof menu, Garden menu, breakfast and dessert options from the Menus section.

Room service is available at Meroddi Barnathan Hotel and Meroddi Galata Mansion. It is not available at Meroddi Galata Flats.

Yes, they are available.

A minibar is available in all our rooms.

Roof is a panoramic terrace facing Galata Tower. Garden offers a historic garden atmosphere and live music in the evening.

About a 3-minute walk from the property, they are located within our Barnathan Hotel. On the ground floor is Barnathan Garden with Galata Tower views, and on the terrace floor is Barnathan Roof with Galata Tower and panoramic Bosphorus views. Selections from world cuisine, a rich variety of cocktails and desserts are served at our cafés and restaurants.

In addition to the cafés and restaurants within Meroddi Hotel, there are many restaurants, cafés and boutiques within a short walk in Galata.

Meroddi takes its name from the noble Genoese family De Merude (Merode or Merodii in some sources), mentioned in the inscription of the only gate of Galata's 14th-century walls to survive to this day. According to this inscription on Yanıkkapı Street, the gate was commissioned by the noble families of the era, the D'Auria and De Merude families; the coats of arms of both families can still be seen on the inscription today. Meroddi keeps alive the name of this neighbouring heritage, carved in stone for seven centuries just a few hundred metres away from us.