CHEERS PORTHOUSE, Istanbul – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
Cheers Porthouse offers 10 air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, iPod docking stations, and soundproofing. Certain units include a seating area. Private bathrooms come with a hairdryer. Room types include singles, doubles, triples, and quadruples, with some featuring Connection Rooms that consist of two rooms sharing one private bathroom, ideal for families or groups of four.
Dining & Onsite Options
While the hotel does not have an onsite restaurant, it provides 24-hour room service and coffee/tea in a common area. Breakfast is available. Guests can visit nearby establishments such as the local Simit Bakery, Turkey's best Baklava Güllüoglu, Namli charcuterie, and small Lokantas serving homemade food, alongside hip coffee shops and burger houses.
Leisure & Entertainment
Guests have access to a television in a common area. The surrounding Karaköy area offers hardware stores, state-of-the-art galleries like Mixer and Pi Art Gallery, and cultural venues such as SALT Galata, which hosts contemporary art exhibitions, workshops, talks, and screenings. The not-for-profit SALT Galata is housed in the historic Ottoman Bank building.
Location & Transportation
Cheers Porthouse is located in Karaköy, a harborside area near the Karakoy Turkish Orthodox Virgin Mary Church. It is steps from bohemian bars, clubs, and fashionable boutiques. The hotel is a 10-minute tram ride from Sultanahmet (Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace) and within walking distance of Galata Tower and Istiklal Street in Taksim. Ferries to Kadiköy on the Asian side depart every 20 minutes from Karaköy harbor. From Sabiha Gökcen Airport, take the Havatas shuttle to Taksim Square, then a taxi or subway to Kabatas, and the T1 tram to Tophane station (3-minute walk). From Istanbul Airport, take the Metro to Zeytinburnu and transfer to the T1 tram.
Services & Amenities
Services include complimentary WiFi, concierge assistance, 24-hour room service, self parking, and coffee/tea in a common area. Business amenities include desks and free local calls. The hotel offers a free private transfer from Istanbul Airport for stays of 5 nights or more, booked via their website. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before arrival.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- 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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