Barkod Otel, Istanbul

Barkod Otel is located in central Istanbul, a 9-minute walk from Dolmabahce Palace and about 15 minutes on foot from Dolmabahce Clock Tower. The hotel is 38 km from Istanbul Airport. The surrounding area is a nightlife district with street noise until around 2 am. It is close to cafes, restaurants, and public transportation, with bus stops a few stops from Taksim Square.

Rooms have private bathrooms with walk-in showers and offer garden or city views. They include free WiFi, a minibar, and soundproofing. Guest reviews note that while rooms are comfortable, the decor seems superficial, with poorly finished details like ripped-out sealant in the bathroom. Some rooms face the street and can be noisy without double-glazed windows.

The hotel has a modern restaurant serving international cuisine, plus a bar, snack bar, coffee house on site, and room service for breakfast. Wine and champagne are available, and the bar hosts evening entertainment, happy hour, live music, and themed dinner nights. A terrace and outdoor seating area are provided.

Services include private check-in/check-out, a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and luggage storage. The hotel offers currency exchange, a tour desk, car hire, and shuttle service (including airport pickup/drop-off). Security features 24-hour surveillance, CCTV, fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, and key card access.