Ecole St. Pierre Hotel

Lovely property with amazing stuff. Hassan and his team in the restaurant/kitchen did everything possible to make our stay memorable. The team at the front desk/reception was extremely helpful and ensured to celebrate my birthday with a number of surprises. Thank you!

This boutique hotel is a true hidden gem—an absolute must-stay when visiting Istanbul! It ranks above even the most well-known five-star hotels I’ve experienced in all my years of traveling the world. The included Turkish breakfast was outstanding—so flavorful and abundant we wished we had more room just to keep enjoying it! Hakan is a phenomenal host: warm, attentive, and always one step ahead, often offering Turkish tea or coffee at the end of each meal. My mom and I felt incredibly safe and genuinely cared for throughout our stay. The front desk team was exceptionally welcoming and helpful from the moment we arrived. We were greeted with coffee, a beautifully crafted cocktail waiting in our room, a commemorative book, and handwritten notes from the staff—such a thoughtful, personal welcome. To top it off, we were upgraded from a room to a suite! The location couldn’t be better—just a two-minute walk from Galata Tower, in a safe, vibrant neighborhood. I had reached out in advance for recommendations, and they responded quickly with thoughtful, curated suggestions. As we continue our journey around Turkey, we honestly miss the concierge and front desk team at Ecole St. Pierre. There’s something truly special about coming back to a place where the people remember your name, your preferences, and go out of their way to make you feel at home. It was better than any luxury chain—elegant, warm, and unforgettable.

Where to start… the hotel is just a gem. The room was perfect - and thank you to the hotel Management for the complimentary upgrade to a suite for our anniversary - a room with a view and a lovely common area where a cake and champagne greeted us on day 1. The service was amazing - Berk and Younis were attentive and helpful as we planned our days and evenings. We felt part of the Ecole family and incredibly safe. The location was great, right next to Galata tower, with easy access to everything, but tucked away on a quiet side street, removed from the crowd. Every morning started with Hakan and a delightful selection of Turkish breakfast items and tea. (And we won’t forget our friend Norm the cat).

We loved the warm and kind service of all the staff - reception was always asking if we needed something. The welcome treat was also a very nice touch. Room was a suite and spacious and comfortable. The restaurant was also excellent. Breakfast was superb and service from Hakan was also an extra treat. When we had a long day of walking and ate dinner at the restaurant, we were not disappointed. Location is not in old town but somewhat central for such a big city, with many places walkable albeit hilly.

There are 5 star hotels and lovely family feeling hotels but rarely do you get both in the one hit. The Ecole St. Pierre hotel is the exception. A top shelf hotel with warm attentive staff that greet us with genuine care from the moment we arrived until we sadly left. The staff went above & beyond to make our stay an absolute delight. Huge thanks to the wonderful Yunus & all the remaining management staff on reception. The lovely Gamse in charge of sales & a special thanks to Hakan who made our breakfasts a joy. A true stay to remember. 5 star all the way 🙏🏼🫶⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫