The 10 best homestays in Istanbul, Turkey

The best homestays in Istanbul

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Yellow Bull Istanbul hotel

Offering garden views, Yellow Bull Istanbul hotel is an accommodation located in Istanbul, 1.6 km from Blue Mosque and 1.7 km from Basilica Cistern.

RUZICA

From

Australia

The staff are exceptionally helpful, they did their best to comfort us.The rooms are beautifully designed, very clean, well equipped and have good wifi. The value for money is excellent and the location is very good, everything is in walking distance. I would highly recommend “Yellow Bull” hotel

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 317 reviews

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US$62.99

1 night, 2 adults

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Marmara Guesthouse

Fatih, Istanbul

Featuring a rooftop terrace with excellent views of the Sea of Marmara, this guesthouse offers rooms with wooden floors and free Wi-Fi just 200 metres away from Aya Sofia Mosque.

Amra

From

France

Excellent location with a nice view of the sea. Good kebab restaurant nearby with live music and good food (many restaurants around the place). We loved the breakfast on the terrace with a wonderful view of the sunrise.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews

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US$81.65

1 night, 2 adults

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Tulip Guesthouse

Fatih, Istanbul

Situated in a quiet neighbourhood of Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet district, this family-run guesthouse offers rooms with free WiFi. The Aya Sofya Mosque is just a 5-minute walk away.

Nurgozhin

From

Kazakhstan

Good location (all in a 5 min around), friendly and helpful staff

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 621 reviews

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US$38.93

1 night, 2 adults

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Gul Sultan Hotel

Fatih, Istanbul

Gul Sultan Hotel is situated less than a 5-minute walk from Topkapi Palace, the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. The hotel’s summer terrace features views of the Sea of Marmara.

Sevi

From

Romania

Gul Sultan Hotel in Istanbul offers a delightful stay marked by exceptional hospitality, cleanliness, and a prime location. Mr. Hamit's warmth and friendliness add a personal touch to the overall experience, making guests feel genuinely welcomed. The hotel's strategic location it provides easy access to iconic attractions in Istanbul. In summary, Gul Sultan Hotel combines excellent hospitality, cleanliness, and a superb location and makes this hotel a standout choice for a memorable stay in Istanbul. I confidently recommend the Gul Sultan Hotel for those who appreciate not only comfort but also an ideally central location for exploring the history and culture of Istanbul.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

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US$148.72

1 night, 2 adults

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Fatih Balat Tarihten nezih şık ev- 1

Fatih, Istanbul

Set in Istanbul in the Marmara Region region, Fatih Balat Tarihten nezih şık ev- 1 features a terrace and city views.

Maxim

From

Romania

The location is superb, offering a stunning view over the lagoon and the city of Istanbul from the terrace. We were warmly welcomed by a very kind host, who made both the reserved room and a fully equipped kitchenette available to us, adding greatly to the comfort of our stay. The entire place is tastefully decorated and located in a highly touristic and charming area. In just 8 nights,me and my mom had the chance to feel like locals, which made the experience even more special. There is also an elegant “antique-style” café on the ground floor that truly adds to the unique character of the property, a delightful bonus! We wholeheartedly recommend this accommodation, you will not regret a single moment spent here.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

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US$60.01

1 night, 2 adults

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HOPEFULL HOTEL

Fatih, Istanbul

Situated within 1.7 km of Blue Mosque and 1.8 km of Basilica Cistern in Istanbul, HOPEFULL HOTEL offers accommodation with seating area.

Ene

From

Romania

Nice position, friendly staff, very clean

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1

Very good - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews

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US$251.94

1 night, 2 adults

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Emirhan Guesthouse & Suites

Fatih, Istanbul

Set within less than 1 km of Hagia Sophia and a 9-minute walk of Basilica Cistern in Istanbul, Emirhan Guesthouse & Suites offers accommodation with seating area.

Angelina

From

Ukraine

We enjoyed staying at this place. The location is great, central with proximity to all the attractions, but at the same time quiet. There are plenty of great restaurants with amazing local food nearby. The staff is very welcoming and nice. We ordered the transfer suggested by the hotel which has been organized well, timely, and comfortable. The rooms are very clean.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews

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US$154.31

1 night, 2 adults

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Galata Life Istanbul

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Offering a terrace and city view, Galata Life Istanbul is located in Istanbul, 1.7 km from Taksim Metro Station and 200 metres from Galata Tower.

MZaplotnik

From

Slovenia

Outstanding location between Galata tower and Istiklal street, metro station Shishane is just around the corner, there are markets and street food nearby. Room was clean, AC was working very well. Room was equipped with refrigerator and tea kettle, but there was no glass.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2

Very good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

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US$81.64

1 night, 2 adults

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Muhterem Hanım Konağı

Fatih, Istanbul

Situated right in the heart of Istanbul, 300 metres from Blue Mosque, Muhterem Hanım Konağı features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a flat-screen TV.

Andrew

From

United Kingdom

Great communication although would have been useful to know that Blue Ottoman Hotel opposite is where you collect key etc. Room recently decorated, a little rough around the edges but very clean and presentable. For the money it really can be faulted.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

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US$52.49

1 night, 2 adults

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Mesil Hotel

Fatih, Istanbul

Situated in Istanbul, the recently renovated Mesil Hotel provides accommodation 2.1 km from Blue Mosque and 2.4 km from Basilica Cistern.

Mohammed

From

Algeria

Everything is good. Reception. Room. Location.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3

Very good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

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US$43.16

1 night, 2 adults

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