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Location, easy to find

Stayed in April 2024

Location Is perfect. The owner is very friendly and helpful. My flight was in the late evening. I asked for late check out, it was extended free until 8 pm. Thank you.

Stayed in March 2024

The location is very good. Very good contact with the owner.

Stayed in February 2024

The employee was respectful, polite, kind, and safe at the property. Thank you😀😀😀😀😀😀

Stayed in December 2023

Maybe more modern bedsheets and upholstery.

This is a decent place to stay within the city and is super near Istiklal Street. I had easy access to public transport and Havist bus station.

Stayed in November 2023

The place can have some minimum maintenance like the sink in the bathroom, areas between the floor and the wall. And some fixes for the floor. However this didn't impact us much as we use the place to sleep and be close to the Istiklal street and public transportation.

If you are looking for something cheap yet clean and in a good location, this is the place. To manage your expectations, the place is very close to Taksim, we just got to sleep there and spend all day traveling in Istanbul. We liked how very friendly and helpful the owners were. They allowed us a late check out, they even got us some fruits as a welcome. The place is quiet and walking distance from Taksim square (2 minutes) which is the metro station as well. The room we booked is equipped with AC (heat/cool), TV, private bathroom, 5 windows, 1 queen bed, 1 single bed and even 1 portable bed. We had a refrigerator and small kitchen. We would go back. And again keep your expectations low as you're not paying much.

Stayed in November 2023

Not the best facilities but good compared to price

The hotel is very good value for money, it is my second time there

Stayed in November 2023

While the apartment was overall good for me, there were some issues. The main problem is that the rooms require at least some renovations. For example, the shower suffered (sometimes) from low water pressure, and some of the furniture was visibly old while the floor was uneven. Not that big of a problem, but don't expect this room to look like it's new. Some renovations will make this place amazing. We also had an issue with cleanliness with the sheets and floor at the beginning and a lack of towels and flippers when we arrived, but we made the owner aware of it and he got someone to fix the issue instantly. So if you have any issues, go talk to him.

If you don't have high expectations, this place is actually very good depending on the type of person you are. You have a fridge, a safe, private shower and toilet, and the bed is comfortable and you get wifi. The building felt secure, and the place was quiet. The star of this apartment was the location. You are placed in the heart of Istanbul, surrounded by loads of attractions, food places, shops, and facilities, while the area has plenty of people and police around it. The owner is a great guy that speaks English, and is always ready to help! Also, the price felt fair for what you got, overall a great low-cost place for someone who is active and wants to simply get out and explore Istanbul.

Stayed in October 2023

Soft renovation will make it TOP

Location is perfect. 3 min walk to metro, funicular. 1 min to Taksim square. Quiet room due to insulated window glasses. Water in perfect quality ( soft ), and perfect pressure, also warm water. Shower gel available, dish washing detergent as well

Stayed in August 2023

Reading the list of all the amenities provided, we were convinced that we would get an apartment, not the usual cramped hotel room where you don't even have a proper table. Unfortunately, the description provided by Budak on this site is grossly misleading. For instance, it says "This spacious apartment includes [---] a private kitchen with a dining area." That's a rotten lie. Far from being spacious, this so-called apartment is no bigger than an average hotel room. There was nothing like a kitchen. The "dining area" consisted of a small table which technically could have been unfolded, except that there was no room for it. Also be aware that this is not an actual hotel. There is no reception. It's a regular house whose front door may be open or closed. Most of the day, there are no members of the personnel in the building. When you arrive, you have the choice between calling the proprietor on a local number or waiting by the front door hoping for him to turn up. When we asked the proprietor to bring us an additional blanket, he refused and we had to buy one at a shop in the city. The water pressure was very low most of the time, so it was only three or four times during the two-week holiday that I was able to have what I consider a proper shower.

This establishment is in a good location right next to the Taksim square, very close to a bus station and a metro station. The neighborhood seemed very safe and there was almost no disturbing noise. Also the airport bus stop is but a short walk away. There were an electric kettle and couple of plates and cups and tablespoons and such, which was helpful. The proprietor is a great guy, fun and friendly.

Stayed in June 2023

lighting of the rooms and bathroom.

good host, comfortable bed.

Stayed in May 2023

location

Stayed in May 2023

the entrance needs to be updated it feels like it is still under work and progress.

location location . the stuff were polite and good service .

Stayed in January 2023

location , price , security

Stayed in January 2023

the front desk was not 24 hours , how ever he will give you a copy if the keys but still not 24 hour front desk , not good wifi either

location , price , cleaness

Stayed in January 2023

The staff, location and facilities were actually good! I recommend this place if you are a practical person and looking to be in a place where you need everything within reach. The apartment was also very safe as well since you get a key to the street door and another one for the apartment's door!

Stayed in December 2022

People living in the building are weird and always make fight at late night and screaming and always leave the door of the building open

1 min walking to taksim square Clean place

Stayed in October 2022

clean and affordable and perfect location

Stayed in October 2022

the apartmdnt building itself was old and dirty. better be renovated.

its location great. close to havabus and taksim. the host guy nice and kind. he tried to meet my requirement everytime. the room spacious and more quiet than i expected comparing to the hotel where i had stayed before on the same street. a/c working ok.

Stayed in August 2022

The property was a bit noisy at dawn. I awakened several times because of the noise from outside (loud chatting voice and people arguing).

Location is very strategist. Very close to different kind of transportations (bus, metro, tram). The surroundings also very lively, very touristy. If you like crowded area and or night life, i think this place is for you. Mr Aras, the owner, also very helpful and transparent with us about his property. The apartment is old, but everything function well. The bed also nice and the room was clean. Price also affordable. Safety also good.

Stayed in May 2022

Facilities, - Hot water is only in the shower - Need a fan or something to draw smell away from bathroom. - Wi-Fi speed was not consistent and leaning to the slow side, probably due to others using it. - Need an actual 24/7 reception because not all visitors have internet or sim card upon arrival.

Location is amazing, - 3 min walk from Taksim Square and Istiqlal Street. - 3 min walk from Ferhat Supermarket. - Quiet but safe location. Facilities are good, - Hot water in the shower - Bathroom is nice, clean and moderate size - Lighting is very good. Staff support, - Very friendly, kind and accessible via WhatsApp.

Stayed in April 2024

Great location, right in the middle of the city centre close to all the attractions, very friendly and helpful staff with great hospitality, nice spacious super clean room with all amenities, really enjoyed my brief stay, highly recommended!

Stayed in April 2024

The location is perfect.

Stayed in January 2024

My best place to stay in Istanbul. Great location, basic room with rather low standard but very good price.

Stayed in March 2024