The House Hotel Karaköy is located in the up-and-coming neighborhood of Karaköy on Bankalar Caddesi, a convenient launching pad to explore bohemian Pera, historic Sultanahmet and the Galata Port.
The journey started on a sunny day in April 2010, during some conversations about life, dreams, and the belief in the potential of Turkey and its surrounding regions.
The idea was born to create luxury boutique hotels in key locations, where customers would dream to stay, while submersing themselves in the local neighbourhood ambiance.
The vision was that design did not need to be sacrificed for value and that honest pricing would drive loyal guests.
There was such a belief amongst the founding team, that the hotel's team carried mattresses through the buildings, brought all of the friends and family to help, and also received support from local and international movers and shakers.
With that energy, courage and sweat, it took in only 12 months to open three properties in prime locations and iconic buildings.
Guests returned and are returning because of the individual experiences the hotel's team provides at a competitive price.
Now, with three exclusive properties, The House Hotel Group has become one of Turkey’s most coveted luxury boutique hotel brands with a global reputation for quality and individuality, grabbing numerous international awards each year.
In 2015, the hotel's team were asked to apply the brand to residential living and The House Residence concept was born naturally.
The hotel's team used the same recipes, which made The House Hotels a success: creativity, genuine hospitality, individual experience and a connection with each locality.
Once again, thanks to the efforts, as well as the support of the friends and family, The House Residence Bomonti opened in September 2017 and The House Residence Miami will come to life in the next few months.
With this rapid success, the demand for the journey and story to grow further was inevitable.
The hotel's team have developed two new concepts applying the same hospitality philosophies: Cloud 7 and Ouspace.
The Irish owner, Kerten, aims to leverage its international know-how and experience to continue the expansion while maintaining the core customer values and boutique spirit.
Restored by the Agha Khan award-winning Turkish architect Han Tumertekin, the building structure retains original features, while the luxurious modern interiors were designed by Sinan Kafadar who was inspired by its imposing bank vaults, which also gave rise to the hotel’s name.
The contemporary classic room interiors also evoke wealth and luxury.
An in-house art curator organizes events and exhibitions throughout the hotel.
Also, a collection of precious books related to art, culture & music are displayed in the lobby lounge.
The Penthouse Suite features two entrances, a separate living room with a double sofa bed and full bath, a connecting bedroom with a king size bed and full bath, a large balcony, two wardrobes (one walk in), two TVs, stenciled ceilings, white Brazilian marble bathrooms with rain showers, and custom furniture and lighting.
The suite has a comprehensive view of the Bosphorus Bridge, the Old City, and the Golden Horn.
A romantic bathtub is surrounded by windows and has remote-controlled privacy curtains.
The Duplex Suites feature stenciled ceilings, green Carrara marble bathrooms with rain showers, custom furniture and lighting, a
large sofa and motorized curtains.
The Executive Suites feature a different color scheme in each suite, a separate seating area with an original fireplace, a small balcony, two wardrobes, stenciled ceilings, two TVs, white Brazilian marble bathrooms with rain showers, custom furniture and lighting, and a large sofa.
All the rooms overlook the Jewish
Museum and have a partial view of the Old City.
The Deluxe Kings feature stenciled ceilings, green Carrara marble bathrooms with rain showers, custom furniture and lighting, a large sofa and motorized curtains.
Most have 5m-high ceilings and large windows.
The Superior Kings feature stenciled ceilings, green Carrara
marble bathrooms with rain showers, and custom furniture.
The Classic Kings feature stenciled ceilings, green Carrara marble
bathrooms with rain showers, and custom furniture and lighting.
The spirit of Karakoy, an area which has been a melting pot of Istanbul’s different cultures for centuries, is strongly felt in the food of Kasa Lokanta.
Kasa, Turkish word for vault, is an oasis in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Karakoy.
The airy space is accented by long columns, high ceilings and large windows.
Big plants, comfortable chairs, libraries stocked with contemporary reading material provide an ambiance of serene and comfort that is perfect any time of day.
Kasa Roof Lounge is the new meeting point to chill out and mingle in warm summer days; delectable bites is accompanying tailor made cocktails.
Overlooking the sensational historical peninsula and Golden Horn skyline, Kasa Roof Lounge is the meeting point to chill out and mingle in warm summer days.
The Chef’s interpretation of modern Turkish cuisine comes to life here with his use of strong tastes and bold pairings.
Menu of Kasa Lokanta consists of various meze, an homage to the typical Turkish way of sharing food, mains and desert.
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The Spa at The House Hotel Karaköy combines modern and traditional wellness with a classic, white marble Turkish Hamam by appointment, a state-of-the-art gym, relaxation room, as well
as a sauna, steam rooms and three treatment rooms (1 couples room, 2 singles) for massages or facials.
Keep your body in good physical condition wherever you are.
Cleanse your body and mind, enjoy unforgettable sensations.
Trust the professionals and feel the real pleasure.
The meeting rooms cater for groups from 5-40 persons, in a variety of different setups in a boardroom or theatre style to suit your needs.
Each meeting venue provides flip charts, free high-speed, wireless internet access, projection system and slide projectors.The House Hotel Karaköy aims to foster a distinctive point of view on art.
To this end, the hotel appointed an in-house curator, Zeynep Berik (Editor-in-Chief of contemporary Turkish art magazine ICE) who selected the hotel’s artwork and organizes cultural events, exhibitions and activities throughout the hotel.
Bringing a curator on board brings the hotel closer to the cultural dynamics of the city and helps it better interact with the vibrant Karaköy art scene.
The hotel is next to the former Imperial Ottoman Bank, now the SALT Galata arts and cultural center.
Nearby eateries include hip Bej Cafe, Karabatak, Naif, Lokanta Maya, and Unter serving delicious coffee and food, as well as traditional Namlı Gurme for Turkish delicatessen food, Karaköy Lokantası for Turkish delicatessen food and Güllüoğlu for baklava.
The Spice Market and Galata Tower are close-by sightseeing destinations while the Jewish Museum is right behind the hotel.
The local experts from Locally Istanbul will help you to live the life of a real "Istanbulite" for few hours or for a day.
Jewish Museum of Turkey is a cultural center established by the Quincentennial Foundation to inform the society of the traditions and history of Turkish Jewry.
The House Hotel Karaköy has four spacious meeting rooms, including one featuring an original bank vault.
The hotel is located on Bankalar Caddesi - the glory of Constantinople’s financial district - in the buzzling neighborhood of Karaköy with an influx of galleries, restaurants and cafes that rub shoulders with electric and lighting shops.
Located in Karaköy near the Istanbul Modern and many fine galleries.
VAULT KARAKOY,THE HOUSE HOTEL - SPECIAL CLASS
Bankalar Caddesi No. 5/34420 IstanbulTurkey