Hotel Sphendon

Fair
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : We have stayed at Spehdon in mid October; I would like to leave some reviews here so people planning to book the room could refer to this personal experience and reconsider their expectations: 1. Rooms are actually smaller than in the photo; for single person staying might be sufficient, though, for couples/two persons are really small.2. Cleaning is not too bad, but not good as well. Especially bathroom seems to be only slightly cleaned. For those who are used to live in cleanliness - this left bad impression on us; we could not cancel our booking and move to another hotel as we pre paid via booking.com and had to stay there till check out day. 3. Hotel is old, facilities in general are too old. Telephone in the room wasnt working, until we asked to fix it. TV was not working as well. Overall hotel needs major repairing works and the sooner the better. 4. Breakfast is not bad.5. If you move within Istanbul via tram, then please note that location of the hotel is not so close to tram station. But still, walking distance.Overall, for $60+ per day, I would expect something better. From positive feedback: All personnel was really friendly and responsive. Especially Ali at the registration desk was very helpful. Terrace on the top floor has enjoying view to the sea.Hope it helps.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Even if the room was a little bit small, the hotel provides you with intimate spaces you can use at your pleasure: the terrace and the backyard. These two are a real plus, same as the staff, very kind and 24/7 available. Breakfast service was of good quality, with variety proportioned to the small hotel it is. I would definitely recommend, it is very central and handy!
  : The room was a little bit small and with old furniture.

Very Good
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Very good location, very friendly and helpful staff
  : The smell in the rooms

Wonderful
Traveller Type: Traveling as Couple
  : Close to all major mosque attractions and museums (15 min). Area is a bit old and hazy as you walk out of the hotel through the streets but you figure where to go quickly. Breakfast is good and with variety. Rooms are ample and well designed. Bathroom is nice and clean with newer features and good taste. Rooftop does look to the ocean but other buildings cover the view. Staff is very friendly and will arrange taxis for you cheeper than Uber. The cost was affordable compared to other hotels near by.
  : The first room we were assigned had the air conditioning broke. It got extremely hot. We asked to have it checked and they changed the room immediately. No elevator so you will have to carry you luggage or have them help you witch they did for us.

Pleasant
Traveller Type: Family with Young Children
  : The staff was really nice and very helpful! They speak many languages and were fun to chat with, they give great advice and will research things for you if needed. The location is very accessible and you dont need to walk long to the main attractions. Fantastic terrace and the view!
  : You can hear pretty much everything that is happening in the corridor and backyard and all the doors need some oil as they all are incredibly squeaky.