1-Star Hotels in Istanbul

Mola İstanbul is an absolute gem! From the moment we stepped in, we were greeted with warmth and hospitality that made our family feel right at home. The atmosphere is inviting, cozy, and perfectly suited for families—whether you’re looking to relax, enjoy a meal, or simply unwind after exploring Istanbul’s bustling streets. What truly stood out was the staff. Polite, attentive, and genuinely eager to help, they went above and beyond to ensure our experience was seamless. From offering thoughtful recommendations to accommodating our needs with a smile, their kindness added so much to our visit. I’m thrilled to have discovered Mola İstanbul—it’s a haven of comfort and joy in this vibrant city. If you’re looking for a place where quality service meets a family-friendly vibe, look no further. We left with full hearts (and stomachs!) and can’t wait to return. Highly recommended! Also thank you very much Ms. Rahma and Nisanur for your patience, guidance and kindness for all time we stay..

The double room (room 202) was very nice. It was tastefully decorated and hotel renovation was apparently only recently completed in early 2026. We could not hear noise from the street or calls to prayer from the 2 nearby mosques. However we had disturbed sleep for 2 nights of our 4-night stay because of young inconsiderate female guests coming to their rooms in the early hours of the morning laughing and banging doors and going to and from each others rooms. They woke us up and kept us awake because we could hear their conversation and merriment through the walls. However night staff on the floor below were either unaware of it or ignored it. On the positive side the day staff were smiling and friendly, and the breakfast buffet was varied, tasty and more than adequate. But it's the broken sleep that leaves me still annoyed and spoiled an otherwise great stay in a great location near to the old town, and tram and train lines that made getting around so easy and affordable.

Brother Mohammed greeted us warmly and wonderfully at the reception. I thank him for checking us in early. The hotel is beautiful and clean, and its location is fantastic. Everything was great. Thank you to Brother Milad; he was very kind. We will see you soon.

Excellent hotel at a reasonable price. But (!!!) the biggest plus of this hotel is its staff. Absolutely everyone was ready to help! Sincere, kind-hearted people. The ladies and gentlemen at the front desk, the charming restaurant administrator on the 11th floor. We arrived for a concert on June 30th, rushing in an hour and a half before the event. Anxious, tired, and hungry. The lady at the front desk simultaneously checked us in, called a taxi, and ordered food from the restaurant to our room so we wouldn't collapse from hunger. I didn't catch her name, but she is an absolute treasure to this hotel! I especially want to highlight and thank the most charming and handsome Butler, who, seeing the panic we were in because our pre-booked airport transfer simply didn't show up, quickly arranged a taxi for us at the same price. I don't know what he wrote to the taxi driver, but we flew like bullets and made it just in time. I think the Butler's name was Ozen, or Okzen. Dear hotel management, if you are reading this message, please give him a bonus. This handsome guy with a French flair deserves it.

This hotel is perfect if you arrive late at the airport and find it difficult to get into the city. It's a great place to sleep for the night and then head into the city in the morning. I liked that there were always Uber cars waiting nearby. The small mosque right in front was also interesting.

The hotel is located close to the sea, which is a big plus. The staff are quite friendly and helpful. However, the rooms are not in the best condition: they need renovation, and the bedding has seen better days. As for breakfast: it's very meager, there's practically nothing to eat.

Great hotel! I and my sister really liked it, having stayed for 4 nights. Breakfast is nice, there was always one main course available (e.g. nuggets and french fries) with the variety of snacks, fruit and desserts. The rooftop canteen is very romantic The furniture and amenities of the hotel are new and convenient: we like abundant storage areas, the elevator and cozy beds The stuff is very friendly It's only 10 minutes away of bus stop and 15 minutes away of Istiklal avenue, very conveniently placed for exploring the city centre Around the hotel is a bakery, a supermarket, a grocery store, and also a park. The neighbourhood may be considered as a little bit risky, since there were a lot of abandoned homes nearby, but it didn't concern us in a slightest The cons of the hotel is bad soundproofing, no drying system (no dryer at the bathroom). The cons is very negligible, actually The price-quality balance is perfect. I'd definitely stay here one more time

This hotel is right in the heart of the bedding, fabric, and textile shopping district, which makes it incredibly quiet with few people on the streets (a huge plus!). There are local cafes and beautiful restaurants nearby. The rooms themselves are a bit dated, and the walls are quite thin, so you can hear your neighbors. However, the bedding and towels are clean. The breakfast is modest but more substantial and interesting than what you'd find at coastal hotels. A special thank you to the lovely ladies in the kitchen! You can also get water at breakfast. The transportation links are excellent, with both the T1 tram stop and M2 metro station just a 3-5 minute walk away. Most major attractions are within walking distance, about a leisurely 15-20 minute stroll. They even gave me a Istanbul magnet when I checked out 🫶 If you're looking for an affordable hotel in the city center for a few days, this is a great value for money option!

It is very happy that you have chosen this hotel. It is the most center from where to any interesting location to hand to hand. At the same time the area of the hotel itself is somehow advantageous different from many of its relative calm. The hotel itself is very quiet, the hearing is almost zero, the rooms are clean, everything you need to eat. Breakfast is decent. Even after him did not want to eat) there were interruptions with wi-fi. I hope they will. Staff excellent. On all issues are ready to come to help, something to tell, recommend. We were very lucky with administrator Imir, who is from Turkmenistan, speaks Russian perfectly, all the days helped us on all interesting issues, gave us a lot of positive in communication. Very recommended this hotel. Well, the price is pleasantly surprised. We were afraid for such money we would see something 'tired', or not, everything clean and fresh. In general, we are very happy with the rest in this hotel and thank the hotel staff for the hospitality. Special, huge thanks to the hotel manager Imira. We wish him luck on the life path! I wanted to take a picture with him before leaving. It was not his change. We leave without saying goodbye. 🖐️🙌

A cockroach appeared in my room. When I take a shower, the drain can't keep up, and water accumulates on the floor.