STAY LAB TAKSIM, Istanbul – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Balo Sk. 2,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34435,
Istanbul Province
Rooms & Amenities
Stay Lab Taksim offers double rooms with soundproof walls, air conditioning, and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Each room has a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries, and a hairdryer. Some rooms include a balcony with city views. Bed linen and towels are provided.
Dining Options
The hotel has an onsite coffee shop where guests can grab espresso before heading out. A Turkish candy and delight shop is also available on the premises.
Leisure & Entertainment
Stay Lab Taksim is located in Taksim, known for its bars and nightlife. The hotel provides free high-speed internet, and guests can request wake-up calls or room service.
Location & Transport
The hotel is 2.5 km from Dolmabahce Clock Tower and 36 km from the nearest airport. Nearby landmarks include Istiklal Street (0.5 km), Neve Shalom Synagogue (1 km), and Pera Museum (0.5 km). A car rental service is available.
Guest Services
The 24-hour front desk staff speak Arabic, English, Farsi, and Russian. Daily housekeeping is provided, and guests can make service requests. The property is smoke-free and does not allow pets. Check-in is at 14:00, and check-out is at 12:00.
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International (SAW)
27.0
mi
Train
Sultanahmet Tram Station
1.9
mi
Laleli Tram Station
2.0
mi
Underground
Taksim Metro2300 ft
Amenities
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Handicap parking
Luggage storage
Luggage storage
Locker room
24-hour services
24-hour reception
24-hour security
General
No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Fireplace
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Services
Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Dining
In-room breakfast
Packed lunches
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Terrace
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
Balo Sk. 2,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34435,
Istanbul Province
Map view
Balo Sk. 2,
Istanbul,
Turkey,
34435,
Istanbul Province
City landmarks
Museum
Hagia Sophia Museum
1.8
mi
Mosque
Blue Mosque
2.0
mi
Mosque
Suleymaniye Mosque
1.5
mi
Alemdar Mahallesi
Basilica Cistern
1.8
mi
Gallery
Dolmabahce Palace
1.4
mi
Square
Sultanahmet District
1.9
mi
Gallery
Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
2700 ft
Square
Republic Monument
2300 ft
Museum
Topkapi Palace
1.6
mi
Bridge
Galata Bridge
1.1
mi
Cankurtaran Mh.
Topkapi Palace harem
1.6
mi
Synagogue
Neve Shalom Synagogue
3700 ft
Park
Taksim Gezi Park
3500 ft
Museum
Kariye Mosque
2.1
mi
Museum
Istanbul Archaeology Museums
1.6
mi
Gallery
Anna Laudel Contemporary
4100 ft
Stadium
Vodafone Park
1.3
mi
Nearby
Istiklal Street Taksim Beyoglu
Istiklal Street
1600 ft
Museum
Museum of Innocence
1900 ft
8 Turnacıbaşı Cd.
Historical Galatasaray Bath
700 ft
Museum
Pera Museum
1700 ft
Istiklal Caddesi
Galatasaray High School
500 ft
Huseyinaga Mh Beyoglu
Cicek Pasaji
300 ft
Kameriye Sok. No: 13 Beyoglu
Sanat Perfomance
400 ft
Museum
Dogancay Museum
600 ft
Event hall
Beyoglu
1300 ft
Church
Hagia Triada Greek Orthodox Church
1800 ft
Museum
Madame Tussauds
400 ft
Church
Beyoglu Uc Horan Armenian Church
300 ft
Istiklal Cad No.116 Asmali Mescit Mah
Passage Hazzopulo
700 ft
Restaurants
Sampiyon Kokorec Beyoglu
500 ft
Sahne Sok. No:3/b-c
Mercan Kokorec & Midye
500 ft
Huseyinaga Mh Sahne Sk No: 13/18 Balik Pazari
Ehli Tat Lokantasi
400 ft
Balo SK. 21a
cico
300 ft
Kuloglu Mh TurnacIbasI Cd No 3 A Beyoglu
Ayla Tantuni
400 ft
Huseyinaga Mahallesi
Tarihi Kalkanoglu Pilavcisi
600 ft
Kuloglu Mah.
Midyeci Memet
700 ft
Dudu Odalari Sk.
Mudavim Meyhane
600 ft
Huseyinaga Mah. Balikpazari Kameriye Sok. No 9 Beyoglu
Sakarya Tatlicisi
800 ft
Dudu Odalari Sokak 3
Art Istanbul
800 ft
Kuloglu Mahallesi
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
80%
enjoyed their stay & would return
8.0/10
Great
Rooms
8.2
Location
8.6
Service
8.6
Dining
7.4
Guest reviews
8.0/10
based on 5 reviews
8.6
8.6/10 based on 562 reviews
Randall
United States,
March
2025
6.0/10
I had a pretty good stay overall at Stay Lab Taksim. The location is unbeatable-right on Istiklal street, which is super lively but comes with its own noise issues, especially if you're on the lower floors. The room was modern and cozy, with stylish touches like a trendy bathroom and an awesome rainforest shower. Just watch out for the club vibe if you're a light sleeper!
Rooms
8.0
The room was nice and modern with plenty of storage. Loved the trendy bathroom and the amazing shower, but it was kind of small.
Service
9.0
Staff were really friendly and helpful, making my stay even better. The coffee shop downstairs is also a neat touch, and I got a discount!
Location
8.0
You can't beat the location right at the heart of Istiklal street. Just be prepared for the nightlife noise, especially on weekends.
Dining
8.0
The coffee downstairs was really good, which I appreciated, but there was one time it didn't hit the mark for me.
Facilities
9.0
They offer a good range of facilities like room service and laundry, which made things super convenient.
Jason
United States,
March
2025
5.8/10
I had a great experience at Stay Lab Taksim, with a spacious and stylish room that was super clean and well-designed. The location is just perfect, right next to Taksim Square, making it easy to explore. However, the noise from the street can be a bit much, and the cafe area can get pretty crowded at times.
Rooms
10.0
My room was spacious and nicely decorated, and everything worked perfectly. I felt really comfortable during my stay.
Service
10.0
The staff was really friendly and helpful, especially when we needed to switch rooms. They made me feel welcome during my stay.
Location
10.0
The hotel's location is unbeatable, right near Taksim Square, which is great for public transport and nearby shops and food options.
Dining
8.0
The cafe downstairs had tasty drinks, and I really appreciated the discount we got as hotel guests. It was a nice touch to have that on hand.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were good, but the lack of a lobby area was a bit disappointing, and sometimes waiting for the elevator was a hassle.
James
United States,
January
2025
5.0/10
My stay at Stay Lab Taksim was pretty nice, though it could've been better. The location is prime, right on Istiklal Street, which can be super busy and noisy, but that's part of the fun. I did have an unpleasant experience with one staff member at breakfast, which kinda soured things a bit. However, most of the other staff were really friendly and helpful, especially the ones at the reception.
Rooms
7.0
The Standard Queen Room was small but had everything I needed. It was clean and new, though the space was limited and lacked some amenities like a refrigerator.
Service
6.0
While I had a rough interaction with one staff member, the majority of the team was great and super helpful, especially during check-in.
Location
8.0
Located right at the edge of the bustling Istiklal shopping street, the location was perfect for exploring Istanbul, even if it got a bit noisy at night.
Dining
6.0
Breakfast was a bit limited, only a coffee and sandwich from the cafe downstairs, but the rooftop view while eating made it worth it.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offered decent facilities, like a rooftop area with stunning views, but I missed some basic amenities like a kettle in the room.
Daniel
United States,
December
2024
7.0/10
I had a really nice stay at Stay Lab Taksim. The staff were incredibly friendly and made me feel welcome. The location was excellent, right near bustling Istiklal Street. However, I faced some noise issues from a nearby club that kept me up late at times, and the app-based door system was a bit inconvenient for me.
Rooms
8.0
My Standard Queen Room was modern and cozy, featuring a great rainforest shower and plenty of storage. I really appreciated the trendy design of the bathroom, and the bed was very comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service was great. the staff were friendly and efficient, ensuring my room was cleaned every day.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location is fantastic. I could easily explore the vibrant bars and cafes nearby, and taxis could drop me right at the entrance.
Dining
8.0
I enjoyed the convenience of the coffee shop located in the hotel, which offered a nice discount. It was a cozy spot to relax.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities were quite decent, though I think it could be improved by having accessible stairs since the elevator was often busy. A fridge would have also been nice for convenience.
Thomas
United States,
November
2024
7.2/10
I had a pretty decent stay at Stay Lab Taksim. The location is super convenient, right off Istiklal Street, but the noise from the nearby nightclub can be a real headache, especially if you're on a lower floor. My room was modern and clean with a cool rainfall shower, but the lack of space and amenities like a fridge made it a bit challenging at times.
Rooms
8.0
I enjoyed my Standard Queen Room, very modern with a stylish bathroom. However, it was quite small and there was limited space for my luggage.
Service
9.0
The staff at the hotel were friendly and accommodating, which was great. They helped me switch rooms when my original booking didn't work out.
Location
8.0
This place is in the heart of the action on Istiklal Street, so you're close to tons of bars and shops. Just be prepared for some nightlife noise if you're on a lower floor.
Dining
7.0
There's a nice coffee shop in the lobby offering a 10% discount. It was a great perk to grab a quick coffee before heading out.
Facilities
6.0
Amenities like room service and laundry were available, but I found the lack of a fridge and small bathroom counter space a bit of a drawback.