Hotel MOLA Galata in central Istanbul offers a peaceful retreat with a terrace, coffee shop, and library. Conveniently located near Eminönü Square and Istiklal Avenue, it provides practical amenities like dry cleaning, laundry services, and express check-out.
Located in Istanbul City Center, a neighborhood in Istanbul, Hotel MOLA Galata is in the entertainment district. Grand Bazaar and Istiklal Avenue are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bosphorus and Florya Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tupras Stadium or Volkswagen Arena. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
Emekyemez Mahallesi Cam Sokak No 6, Sishane Beyoglu, Istanbul, 34420
What's nearby
Golden Horn
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Istiklal Avenue
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Galata Tower
7 min walk - 0.6 km
Pera Palace Hotel
8 min walk - 0.7 km
Bosphorus
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Sishane-Zemin Metro Station
4 min walk
Beyoglu Station
7 min walk
Istanbul Airport (IST)
37 min drive
Restaurants
Vavelya Cafe
4 min walk
Dönerci Engin'in Yeri
3 min walk
Akın Restoran
2 min walk
Taksim
1 min walk
Yahya Bey Cafe
1 min walk
About this property
Hotel MOLA Galata
Hotel near Galata Tower
Located close to Eminönü Square and Istiklal Avenue, Hotel MOLA Galata provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a library. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in
Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance, newspapers in the lobby, and outdoor furniture
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel MOLA Galata offer perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Heating and ceiling fans
Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: EUR 10 per person
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Things to do
Library
Family friendly
In-room kitchenette
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Newspapers in lobby
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Accessibility
No elevator
More
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Food and drink
Free bottled water
Kitchenette
Limited room service
Mini-fridge
Minibar
Paper towels
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Free daily newspapers
Heating (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of EUR 100 per stay
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 13 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 10 per person
Pet deposit: EUR 100 per stay
Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
Property Registration Number 21513
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Hotel Mola
Mola Galata
Hotel Mola Galata Hotel
Hotel Mola Galata Istanbul
Hotel Mola Galata Hotel Istanbul
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel MOLA Galata pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 13 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of EUR 100 per stay and a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per night.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel MOLA Galata?
As of 2026/3/7, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel MOLA Galata on 2026/3/8 start from NT$3,287, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at Hotel MOLA Galata?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Hotel MOLA Galata?
Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Hotel MOLA Galata located?
Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Golden Horn, Galata Tower, and Istiklal Avenue. Taksim Square and Bosphorus are also within 1 mi (2 km). Sishane-Zemin Metro Station is only a 4-minute walk and Karakoy Tünel Station is 9 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hotel MOLA Galata Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Absolutely amazing and so helpful.. The staff are spectacular people.. The owner is amazing and so accessible and accommodating. Truly a special experience.. The best feeling was the view in the room.. just breathtaking.
Pablo
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
6/10 Okay
Michelle
2025/10/4
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The good: close to vibrant neighborhoods and attractions; nice common areas; laundry service available; cleanliness was decent, elevator access.
The bad: Location in dark side alley; rooms not soundproof at all (can hear everything in the hallways); comfort room was very tiny; bed mattress quite soft; thick layer of dust bunnies under the bed; fridge wasn’t cold.
WiFi not good for work calls. But otherwise a great place. 10 minute walk to rail, shopping, dining and nightlife. Balcony had a wonderful view overlooking the city. Great vibes with the staff, lobby sounds as a coffee shop and it was always a good conversation with interesting people. Room was spacious, they provided everything you could need. Only complaint was the toilet/bathroom smelled a little - smelled like sewer water although everything was clean.
No thrills hotel but clean and comfortable stay close to Galata Tower, Taksim Square, Galataport and the bridge across to Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar etc
Was warmly welcomed on my arrival . A lovely fresh coffee after a long 24 hrs of travel. Friendly helpful staff that were full of local information . Beautiful array of fresh baked treats. The strawberry tart was delicious.
Nice hotel in the Galata area, with well decorated interior.
The location is very close to the Galata tower and cafes/restaurants. It’s easy to get around the city from the hotel, and not far from the metro stop but it is located down some quiet backstreets and if you’re travelling alone that may concern you. I didn’t have any issues but would recommend sticking to the main roads.
The rooftop terrace is a great bonus and gives great views over the Galata Bridge.
The hotel accepts cash payments only, you can’t prepay and you can’t pay using any kind of card (credit/debit/Amex). That isn’t very clearly mentioned on the listing and I only found out the night before my stay. In 2023 that is very unusual for a city centre hotel.
Hotel MOLA Galata has a personable and helpful staff that helped make my stay a pleasure. The hotel is in a safe location with access to all points of interest, via bus, metro, ferrie, taxi, and on foot. The style of the hotel is appealing and you can get coffee, tea and food in the lobby. There is also an expansive and awe inspiring view of the Golden Horn from the terrace.
We had a deluxe room on the top floor with a great view, cute interior. We didn’t take the breakfast but it is served on the Rodrigo with an amazing view. There’s a little mosque right around the corner, so bring your earplugs if you don’t want to be waken up at 5am. The staff was very friendly and sweet. Metro very close, you can walk to most sightseeing spots.
I absolutely loved my stay at Hotel MOLA Galata. It is minutes walking distance to Galata Tower and many options of restaurants and cafes on a pedestrian only street. The hotel is so close to everything but also quiet for sleeping as it’s just a few blocks away. The rooftop terrace has stunning views of Istanbul and a great place to have a wine or coffee. The hotel has wonderful staff who are there 24 hours so it feels very safe and secure. A special thank you to Omar who was very kind and helped with great recommendations in the area.
It's more like a hostel than a hotel. There is a microwave in the room which is very useful, but the mugs are cracked though still could be used. The room cleaning was quite random, new towels were replaced but the old ones were not collected. One of the clean towels was stained, probably that didn't get noticed after laundry. The free parking was a real bonus.
Sauberes kleines hotel .
Zimmer modern und sehr sauber .
Wirklich emphelenswert.
Super zentral in paar geh min. Ist man am galata tower .
Personal ist super lieb .
Einzige "nachteil" wäre : die strecken gehen manchmal sehr steil hoch und runter aber das hat man überall in istanbul .
Immer wieder gerne
Zimmer war modern eingerichtet und sauber. Kontakt freundlich. Angenehme Nähe zu Meer/Atatürkbrücke und Galataturm. Manko: kein Platz für Koffer und wenig für Kleidung. Badezimmer ohne Fenster oder Klimaanlage. Kein Frühstück ( aber das war schon beim Buchen bekannt).
Die Unterkunft ist sehr empfehlenswert! Ausblick herrlich! An der Sauberkeit kann man noch etwas arbeiten, nach bitte wird die räumlichkeit gesäubert.
Es ist zentral, für allein reisende, man kann die gassen am Abend vermeiden und den Hauptweg nutzen. Im gesamten top und detailreich!
Abbiamo soggiornato al 5 piano del Mola Hotel, vista esageratamente bella, camera ottima negli spazi e nei servizi, peccato per una piccola infiltrazione d’acqua dal soffitto durante un acquazzone. Ovviamente non riparabile al momento ma lo staff è stato molto gentile e disponibile a trovare una soluzione. Vicino a Metro, Galata tower e a le fermate dei tram. Consigliatissimo
Fiyat aralığına göre iyi denilebilecek bir konaklamaydı. Temizlik fena değildi, daha iyi yapılabilir. Çarşaf ve yastık kılıfları falan temiz fakat lekeli, bu durum düzeltilebilir. Çeşitli yerlerde sivrisinekler ezilmiş olarak duruyor, onlar mutlaka temzilenmeli. Oda küçük fakat yeterli ve konforlu. Oda manzarası (4. Kat) güzel. Teras güzel. Sabah kahve/çay alıp terasda vakit geçirilebilir. Vaktinizi dışarıda geçirecekseniz eğer, ekonomik, konforlu ve yeterli bir hizmet sunuyorlar, tercih
edilebilir bir mekan.
Kleines, modern eingerichtetes Hotel, sehr sauber und gemütlich, Zimmer hell und mit Kühlschrank, Wasserkocher und Kaffeemaschine, Bett bequem und neuwertig, Schrank sehr klein, ein Regal für Kleidung wäre gut gewesen, Fahrstuhl, Rezeption mit Getränkekauf 24/7 besetzt, Kiosk 2 Min. entfernt, das Beste ist die Dachterrasse mit gigantischem Ausblick auf Istanbul und das Goldene Horn, gute Lage, man ist in 5 Minuten zu Fuß an der Bahn oder am Wasser, 10 Min. zum Galataturm oder nach Karaköy, wo Fähren, Busse und Bahnen fahren.
Wir waren als Paar für 5tage in diesem Hotel und leider muss ich mitteilen das wir mir diesem Unterkunft gar nicht zufrieden waren.
Wir mussten den Check-In selbst machen. Die Koffer wurden uns nicht reingetragen bzw. sie haben uns nichteinmal in das Zimmer eingeführt. Zudem wurden uns das Zimmer am ersten Stock direkt neben dem Lift zugeordnet was wir sehr schlecht fanden. Zudem war unser Zimmer nicht genügend sauber und sehr Kalt.
Wir haben die Klimanlage auf 30C eingestellt doch hat uns leider nicht viel geholfen weil der Boden sehr kalt war und die Heizung im Badezimmer aus war. Die Gänge wie auch der Eingang war komischerweise wärmer als unser Zimmer selbst. Wir haben dies am Personal mittgeteilt und uns wurde lustigerweise lediglich eine zusätzliche Decke angeboten. Als wir Abends wieder ins Hotel zurückkehrten mussten wir uns mit unserem Haar-Föhn wärmen weil das Zimmer eiskalt war.
Der Boden wurde nie warm.
Später nach 2-3 Tagen wurden wir auch durch die Kälte leider Krank.
Wir empfehlen es einfach niemanden dort hinzugehen (nichtmal an unsere Feinde:)
Le Bon café du matin. Une chose :‘je me suis fait piquer un livre sur la Turquie, probablement par les gens du ménage”. Dommage!
Mais j’ai aimé l’environnement et le personnel
souriant et très aimable. Je garde un excellent souvenir de notre passage à l’hôtel Mola.
Au revoir et merci. Best regards.🙅♀️🙅♂️