Cheers Porthouse – A Favorite for Families in Istanbul
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Cheers Porthouse offers 10 air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, iPod docking stations, and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Some rooms include private bathrooms with hairdryers, seating areas, and soundproofing. The Connection Rooms consist of two adjoining rooms with a shared private bathroom, ideal for families or groups.
Dining & Nearby Eats
No onsite restaurant, but guests can visit Karabatak Cafe for Viennese coffee and Sachertorte, or Unter, Istanbul's first gastro-pub, for cocktails. Nearby, Simit Bakery serves traditional Turkish pastries, while Güllüoglu is known for baklava. Namli offers charcuterie, and small lokantas serve homemade dishes.
Art & Culture Hub
The hotel is steps from SALT Galata, a contemporary art gallery in a historic Ottoman Bank building. The area also features Mixer and Pi Art Gallery, along with Istanbul Modern Museum. The Galata Greek School and Tabak DEPO host rotating exhibitions of young Turkish artists.
Central Karaköy Location
Located in Karaköy, the hotel is a 10-minute tram ride from Sultanahmet (Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace) and a short walk to Galata Tower. Ferries to Kadiköy on the Asian side depart every 20 minutes. Taksim Square and Istiklal Street are 15 minutes away.
Transport & Services
From Sabiha Gökcen Airport, take the Havatas shuttle to Taksim, then a taxi or metro to Kabatas. The concierge assists with bookings and local tips. Free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and laundry facilities are available. Self-parking and coffee/tea in common areas provided.
Choose from a variety of room types
Availability and pricing for your selected dates
Tips on navigating the city
Access a full list of transport options to make getting around with your family easy
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Cycling
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Happy hour
Dining
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
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