🇹🇷 Istanbul, Turkey
GEN PLUS HÔTEL
📍 14, Odun İskelesi Sokağı, Istanbul
Your stay — GEN PLUS HÔTEL
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to GEN PLUS HÔTEL, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on higher floors (above 5th floor) in the newer wing (north side of the hotel) for reduced street noise and better views of the Golden Horn. These rooms typically have more modern amenities and are less prone to noise from the nearby street and service entrance.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on lower floors (1st-3rd) near the service entrance (east side of the hotel) as they may be subject to noise from delivery trucks and staff activity. Rooms in the older wing (south side) may also experience more street noise from Odun İskelesi Sokağı.
Best views
Rooms on the north side (newer wing) on higher floors (above 5th floor) offer views of the Golden Horn and the surrounding cityscape.
Quietest floors
Floors 6-8 are likely to be the quietest due to their distance from the street and service entrance.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel's proximity to the street and service entrance may result in some noise pollution, especially during peak hours. The nearby Odun İskelesi Sokağı can be busy, especially with delivery trucks and pedestrians.
Insider tips
Request a room with a balcony for a better view and some fresh air. Keep in mind that the balconies may be small. If you're arriving by car, be aware that the hotel's entrance is not directly accessible by car, and you may need to park in a nearby lot and walk to the hotel.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — GEN PLUS HÔTEL
free throughout, 1 Gbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, with some stairs-only sections in historic wing
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on in-room tablets
24/7 check-in, late check-out until 14:00 (Mon-Fri) / 12:00 (Sat-Sun) with 50 TRY fee
available at front desk for 10 TRY per bag per night
step-free access, wheelchair-accessible entrance, some rooms adapted for people with disabilities
on-site parking for 50 TRY per night, nearest public car park at 100 m for 40 TRY per day, no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: 10 TRY per night/person (mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: 200 TRY advance deposit + 200 TRY incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Çorlulu Ali Paşa Camii (424 m · ~5 min walk)
- Mosque: Handan Ağa Kuşkonmaz Cami (745 m · ~9 min walk)
- Mosque: Kadı Mehmet Camii (815 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Sveti Stefan Bulgar Kilisesi (823 m · ~10 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Tersane İstanbul — 160 m · ~2 min walk
Şair Nedim Parkı — 773 m · ~10 min walk
Rahmi M. Koç Müzesi — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Garaj Istanbul — 2.3 km · ~29 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Türkiye İş Bankası — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Barbaros Eczanesi — 637 m · ~8 min walk
Elit Şarküteri Ve Tekel Bayii — 981 m · ~12 min walk
Fener İskelesi — 666 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Turkish Lira, TRY
You can exchange currency at local banks or currency exchange offices (döviz bürosu) in the area. Be aware that airport and tourist bureaux often have poor exchange rates. You can also use ATMs to withdraw Turkish Lira with your debit/credit card.
Credit/debit cards (Maestro, Visa, Mastercard, American Express) are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and cafes. Contactless payments are becoming more common in Istanbul, especially in tourist areas.
Tipping in Turkey is generally lower than in Western countries. In restaurants, rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10 TRY is sufficient. For taxis, rounding up the fare or leaving 1-2 TRY is enough.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A typical cup of coffee from a street vendor or a small café costs around 5-10 TRY.
You can find a budget lunch option at a local kebab shop or a street food stall for around 15-25 TRY.
A budget-friendly dinner at a small restaurant or a food court can cost around 20-35 TRY for a main course.
The streets around the Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar have plenty of street food options, including kebabs, simit, and baklava.
The local supermarket chains such as BİM, Şok, and MigroMarket have multiple branches in the area.
You can find affordable high-street shopping at the Grand Bazaar or at local markets like the Arasta Bazaar.
A day pass for public transportation (Istanbulkart) costs around 18 TRY. The cheapest way to get to the area from the airport is by taking the HAVATAS bus (around 18 TRY) or the metro (around 12 TRY).
Eat at local eateries and street food stalls, buy bottled water instead of drinks at restaurants, and use public transportation instead of taxis.
Good to know — Istanbul
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ ₺47.03 · TRY
Emergency Contacts
IstanbulWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Istanbul, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at GEN PLUS HÔTEL
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Türkiye İş Bankası — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk — pharmacy · Barbaros Eczanesi — 637 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Sultanahmet Tram Stop → Eminönü / Kabataş / Zeytinburnu
💡 The T1 runs right past the hotel — Sultanahmet stop is 300m away. Use it for Grand Bazaar (Çemberlitaş), Spice Bazaar (Eminönü), and Taksim (change at Kabataş for funicular). Avoid the tourist demo cards; just tap your Istanbulkart.
Istanbul Airport (IST) → Senator Hotel (Sultanahmet)
💡 Change at Gayrettepe (M11 to M2) then at Yenikapı (M2 to T1). Avoid rush hour (08:00–09:30 and 17:30–19:30) when the tram is packed with commuters.
Istanbul Airport (IST) → Aksaray (10-min walk to Senator Hotel)
💡 Buy an Istanbulkart at the airport kiosk — you save 30% on each ride versus cash. The bus drops you near the tram line; use the tram for the last leg.
Istanbul Airport (IST) → Senator Hotel (Sultanahmet)
💡 Use the official taxi app 'BiTaksi' to avoid surge pricing — always insist the driver turns on the meter, or agree a flat rate beforehand.
About Istanbul
Wikipedia ↗
Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey, constituting the country's economic, cultural, and historical center. With a population of over 15 million, it is home to 18% of the population of Turkey. Istanbul is among the largest cities in Europe and in the world by population. It is a city on two contin...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at GEN PLUS HÔTEL?
Request rooms on higher floors (above 5th floor) in the newer wing (north side of the hotel) for reduced street noise and better views of the Golden Horn. These rooms typically have more modern amenities and are less prone to noise from the nearby street and service entrance.
Which rooms should I avoid at GEN PLUS HÔTEL?
Avoid rooms on lower floors (1st-3rd) near the service entrance (east side of the hotel) as they may be subject to noise from delivery trucks and staff activity. Rooms in the older wing (south side) may also experience more street noise from Odun İskelesi Sokağı.
Is GEN PLUS HÔTEL noisy?
The hotel's proximity to the street and service entrance may result in some noise pollution, especially during peak hours. The nearby Odun İskelesi Sokağı can be busy, especially with delivery trucks and pedestrians.
Which rooms have the best views at GEN PLUS HÔTEL?
Rooms on the north side (newer wing) on higher floors (above 5th floor) offer views of the Golden Horn and the surrounding cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at GEN PLUS HÔTEL?
Request a room with a balcony for a better view and some fresh air. Keep in mind that the balconies may be small. If you're arriving by car, be aware that the hotel's entrance is not directly accessible by car, and you may need to park in a nearby lot and walk to the hotel.
What time is check-in at GEN PLUS HÔTEL?
Check-in at GEN PLUS HÔTEL is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does GEN PLUS HÔTEL have Wi-Fi?
free throughout, 1 Gbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at GEN PLUS HÔTEL?
10 TRY per night/person (mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near GEN PLUS HÔTEL?
You can find a budget lunch option at a local kebab shop or a street food stall for around 15-25 TRY.
What is the cheapest way to get around from GEN PLUS HÔTEL?
A day pass for public transportation (Istanbulkart) costs around 18 TRY. The cheapest way to get to the area from the airport is by taking the HAVATAS bus (around 18 TRY) or the metro (around 12 TRY).
Top Attractions in Istanbul
💡 Come at sunset for free seating on the low walls overlooking the Bosporus. The police clear loiterers after 10pm, so arrive earlier.
💡 Don't buy anything near the main entrance; prices double. Walk to the back lanes near the bedesten for better deals. Bring small notes and a compass; it's a maze.
💡 Buy the 'Museum Pass Istanbul' (375 lira) if visiting 3+ sites—it covers Topkapi, Hagia Sophia and several others. Go early and skip the harem; it's overpriced.
💡 Go at 8am to avoid crowds. Women must cover heads and shoulders; bring a scarf. The upper gallery has the best mosaics and is usually quieter.
💡 Skip the tower itself—climb the nearby Galata Bridge instead for free photos. Or eat at a café on Galata Mevlevihanesi Sokak for the same vista.