ibis Styles Istanbul Merter

ibis StylesAccorIstanbul, Gungoren★★★★★211 rooms

8.9/ 10

avg of 5 sites

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Stay Atlas verdict

8.9/ 10 · average of 5 sites
  • Best: Buyers doing the textile rounds in Merter and Osmanbey
  • Watch out: Anyone expecting five-star service (no escort to the room, no iron, no lounge)

Suitability by travel purpose

Best for

  • Business travel
  • For families

Also suits

  • Remote work
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  • For families7.8
  • Business travel8.1
  • Remote work7.5
  • Luxury6.3

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The realistic view

Beyond the first impression

Verified information only

A 211-room ibis Styles opened in 2021 in Merter, Istanbul's textile and fashion wholesale district, and unusually well equipped for a budget brand with a 1,500 m² gym, indoor pool, hammam, sauna and Thai spa. Merter metro (M1) is a 4-5 minute walk and Laleli and the Grand Bazaar 20 minutes by metro; service is stripped back and weekday wholesale traffic is heavy.

What it does well

  • Buyers doing the textile rounds in Merter and Osmanbey
  • Guests who train daily (1,500 m² gym, pool and sauna included)
  • Budget city explorers who will take the metro to the old city

What to watch for

  • Anyone expecting five-star service (no escort to the room, no iron, no lounge)
  • Travellers who want neighbourhood atmosphere and evening strolls (a wholesale district that empties at night)
  • Guests planning to dine in (limited restaurant choice; you will eat out)

Before you book

Practical details worth knowing

  • Breakfast

    Not included · extra charges possible

    Food and drink beyond breakfast are charged.

  • Parking

    Available · free

  • Spa & pool

    Treatments paid

    Massages are paid and by reservation.

More details (+5)
  • Hammam: Yes
  • Spa area: 1,500 m²
  • Breakfast style: Buffet
  • Nearest rail stop: Merter
  • Walk to rail: 5 min

Policies vary by rate and date; confirm with the hotel before booking.

Key amenities

  • Spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Turkish bath
  • Gym
  • Meeting rooms
  • Parking
See all amenities (+3)
  • Airport shuttle
  • Sauna
  • Wi-Fi

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Location

Istanbul, Gungoren

Mehmet Nesih Özmen Mah. Kasım Sok. No:32, 34173 Güngören/İstanbul

Rail transit · 453 m

Istanbul Airport (IST) is about 45 km, 45 minutes by car. Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) is 37 km, an hour or more.

On Kasım Street in Merter; Merter metro (M1) is a 4-5 minute walk and Zeytinburnu metro ten. Laleli and the Grand Bazaar are about 20 minutes by metro, with the Yenikapı Marmaray interchange close. Marmara Forum and Olivium Outlet are 5 km, Estethica Bakırköy a 25-minute walk. Örnektepe bus stop is ten minutes away.

The stay

Editor's notes

Room types

211 Standard, Superior and double rooms with soundproofed windows, minibar fridge, kettle, a strong shower, air-conditioning and large windows on a safety latch. No iron in the room (ask reception), and few English TV channels. Upper floors and the rear side are away from street activity.

Noise & sound insulation

Weekday daytime brings wholesale delivery traffic and loading noise, largely blocked by the soundproofed windows. Weekends are quiet.

Extra fees & things to know

Airport transfers and massages are charged. A deposit for incidentals may be requested; Mastercard, debit cards and cash are accepted.

Guest scores

What 5 sites say

8.9/ 10
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  • Booking.com · 3,863 reviews9.0 / 10
  • Expedia · 304 reviews9.0 / 10
  • ETS Tur · 25 reviews9.9 / 10
  • Jolly Tur · 3,224 reviews9.2 / 10
  • Tripadvisor · 45 reviews3.7 / 5

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