Just 2 stars, not 4 - Fernando. Date of travel: Feb 2008
Hi, I stayed at the Carlton Hotel in Istanbul in February's first week 2008. If they would work on finishings it could be a very nice 3 star hotel, but right now, on international standards, it´s only a 2 star hotel. I got surprised when found 2 pornographic channels on the TV, and when kindly complained about it at the reception they just said: "it's free" and, very surprised, asked me if "you don´t like them?" So, this isn't a hotel for families or normal tourists. At the minibar I found 2 bottles of mineral water already opened by other clients and carefully filled with plain water (I guess), I told reception and, after 5 days, when I left, the bottles were there waiting for other clients... The buffet breakfast is like nothing and you must pay for omelettes or fried eggs. Incredible. The Internet at the reception costs €4 per hour. So, if you may find another hotel in the area which may be really better, don't hesitate. But, it's a pity, as the hotel looks nice and needs just simple renovations (my room, 706, was ok), a lot more care by the owner/s, and some more things.