
Summary
The full equipped apartment located in the heritage district of Istanbul, colorful Tarlabaşı. If you are looking for a place where you really want to taste the chaos with harmony like a real Istanbuller you are very welcome to stay in my apartment.
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Hi there! My name is Aybike. I love to travel, to discover new places and to meet new people. I will be glad to hosting you in Istanbul at my place. My apartment is newly renovated, clean, cosy, comfortable, large enough for 8 people and is situated literally at the heart of Istanbul. Apartment has one of the unique examples of turn-of-the-century Levantine architecture in Turkey: slim, four-storey bow-fronted homes that huddle along winding, narrow streets. Located in a street as it was used to be; the ground floors often served as stores or workshops. More likes to come to your posts in Instagram ! As a traveller my wish is to make you feel at home; drink your morning coffee while listening to the sound of Istanbul then take your map, jump into the street with friendly neighborhood, and enjoy the city without running, walking, exploring, watching, reading and hearing. I know how it is important to be able to feel the city you are visiting. So if you are looking for a place where
Description
The full equipped apartment located in the heritage district of Istanbul, colorful Tarlabaşı. If you are looking for a place where you really want to taste the chaos with harmony like a real Istanbuller you are very welcome to stay in my apartment. Hi there! My name is Aybike. I love to travel, to discover new places and to meet new people. I will be glad to hosting you in Istanbul at my place. My apartment is newly renovated, clean, cosy, comfortable, large enough for 8 people and is situated literally at the heart of Istanbul. Apartment has one of the unique examples of turn-of-the-century Levantine architecture in Turkey: slim, four-storey bow-fronted homes that huddle along winding, narrow streets. Located in a street as it was used to be; the ground floors often served as stores or workshops. More likes to come to your posts in Instagram ! As a traveller my wish is to make you feel at home; drink your morning coffee while listening to the sound of Istanbul then take your map, j
Neighborhood Overview
Great location will allow you to explore and enjoy Taksim, Pera,Galata , Şişhane and Cihangir. (great walking distance for all the events), Easily accessible to subway, tram, ferries. The neighbourhood is friendly and diverse. It is only 3 minutes by walk to the Galatasaray Square which is located approximately at the center of the Istiklal Avenue. Istiklal Avenue is located in the historic Beyoğlu (Pera) district, it is an elegant pedestrian street, 1.4 kilometers long, which houses boutiques, music stores, bookstores, art galleries, cinemas, theatres, libraries, cafés, pubs, night clubs with live music, historical patisseries, chocolateries and restaurants. You should definately walk through the local bazaar on Sunday right beside the apartment. You can find anything you need with cheap prices; fruits, vegetables, nuts, fish, meat, dairy products! Local bazaars will be very helpful to understand the culture of Turkish people as well. There are couple of restaurants close by where yo
Notes
From/To Airports: There are several ways to get from the airport to the apartment, but the most convenient manner is to take “HAVATAŞ" shuttle to Taksim Square departing every 30 minutes from the airport (from both airports- Atatürk and Sabiha Gökçen). As you may be unfamiliar with the area, I am happy to come and pick you up in front of Galatasaray Highschool (on Istiklal Street) which is 10 minutes walk from Taksim Square where you will get off. I can always advise you cheaper public transport options if you ask for. Useful information: You can rent the apartment/room for (a) day(s), week, month or longer periods of time. There is various supermarkets conveniently situated a block away from the apartment on the way to Istiklal street, also a small kiosk right next to the apartment and a laundry in 100 meters distance.
Transit
Getting around by Walk, Subway, Bus, Tram, Ferry, Tunnel: You can take one of the world's oldest tram on Istiklal street by 3 minutes walk from the apartment on Istiklal street. By tram you can end up in Istanbul’s Tunnel (Tünel) which is the world’s shortest and third-oldest passenger terminal. This one-stop funicular climbs the steeply uphill for 500 meters from Karaköy to Tünel and the other way around. Karaköy is today a major transport hub for intercity and also a house of unique cafes and galleries. We can count Karaköy for the city's recent hip?? district. The Galata Bridge connects Karaköy with the Old City, on which the fast tram line Zeytinburnu-Kabataş runs with. This tram line goes to Atatürk Airport within 1 hour. Ferry boats run every 10 to 20 minutes from the ferry terminal on a pontoon to Haydarpaşa train terminal and Kadıköy across the Asian shore of Bosphorus. You should definately walk throgh Kadıköy at day/night time. Many different tastes of joy. It is also only tw
Access
First of all you will have access to everything in the apartment. The apartment is on the first floor. There are three bedrooms; two has double bed and one has a sofa bed for two people. In the living room there is a TV, a wooden dining table with four chairs and a corner sofa bed (for two people). In the kitchen there are dishes, glasses, pans, cutlery, fridge, kettle, microwave, coffee machine and a teapot. Coffee and tea will be avaliable for you. There is a bathroom with shower, towels, shampoo, soap, toilet paper, hair dryer and of course hot water:) Iron and ironing board, a washing machine and an air-conditioner avaliable. There is a balcony where you can smoke (please not in the apartment). Wifi and clean bed linen will be ready for you.
Property Details
Property Type
04 GuestsRoom Type
rooom_typeBed Type
Real BedMinimum Nights
3Maximum Nights
1125Cancellation Policy
moderateAccommodates
8Bedrooms
3Beds
4Bathrooms
1
Ameneties
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TV
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Cable TV
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Internet
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Wifi
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Air conditioning
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Kitchen
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Paid parking off premises
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Heating
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Family/kid friendly
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Suitable for events
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Washer
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
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Essentials
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Shampoo
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24-hour check-in
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Hangers
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Hair dryer
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Iron
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Laptop friendly workspace
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Crib
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Hot water
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Bed linens
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Extra pillows and blankets
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Long term stays allowed
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Step-free access
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Host greets you
Rules
• Please lock the doors and close the windows when you leave the flat. • Please don´t change the heat controller settings. • Please be respectful to the neighbors regarding noise levels. • If you are a smoker please smoke by the window or at the balcony Welcome to your home!
77 Reviews
We rented Aybike's apartment as a group of four. We were met by Aybike on arrival, she is a great host, very welcoming, responsive and attentive. We even got some sweets prepared by her mother, which was extremely sweet. Even though we only were the first guests for her, I am sure Aybike will be a great host. The apartment itself is cozy and bright. Although more people could potentially stay there we felt that it was perfect for four. It is fully equipped with everything necessary. We couldn't think of anything we would need that was missing. The location is great close to Istiklal street and a walking distance to many major attrcations. We can warmly recommend Aybike and her apartment! Best regards, Oksana, Victor, Liuda, Stas
Jun 27, 2019The apartment was the cutest thing and so comfortable, Aybike was extremely prepared with everything and she's really nice, the apartment had everything we needed. Good location, it has a very friendly restaurant right in front of it, that is open 24/7. We had such a great experience!
Jun 27, 2019Het appartement ligt in een goede buurt, dicht bij alles. Aybike is zeer gastvrij en leuk. Appartement zelf had ook alles.
Jun 27, 2019We had an great time staying in Aybike's flat, it was the perfect flat in the perfect location for us. There was three of us staying in this flat and it was just right for us. The flat was clean and tidy, it had everything we need, plenty towels and bedding available for us. The flat is situated in the perfect location for you to get the real sense of Istanbul with its locals and the culture. It's so central, 2 mins walk away from Istikal Street, 10 mins walk away Galata and Cihangir and 10 mins on the public transport to Old City. Aybike was great she was very attentive to all our needs and very friendly and warm, any problem she was there. We had a lot of fun this flat it was great!!
Jun 27, 2019We had a really wonderful time at Aybike's apartment- it was very well equipped with everything we needed (and more!) and was a great base from which to explore the city. It's in a busy and fun area but still quiet enough at night for good sleep. Aybike was a brilliant host- very accommodating and warm. We'd come back in a heartbeat!
Jun 27, 2019Aybike made us feel very welcome, she was very nice and as our flight was changed to a later flight she waited in the apartement for us, thanks again! The apartement is equiped with everything you need, the bars outside and the hole area was always with a lot of people, we never felt unsafe at night walking in the streets. we can recommend it!
Jun 27, 2019Aybike was the nicest host you can imagine. She provided us with maps from Istambul and recommended some sightseeing points. She let us use her metro card during our stay. Her flat is clean, tidy and within a walkable distance from Taksim Square, where you can move to any part of the city. I definitely recommend her for your stay in Istambul.
Jun 27, 2019We rented Aybike's appartment for 6 adults and 3 children! we easily fitted to this cosy flat. It had enough sleeping places for all of us. The flat is realy well equipted with everything needed for travelers and even some food left for the first snack. The location is good, near Istiklal street. Aybike was quick responcive. We had problems with hot water but it was solved quickly. Her mother was very polite and met us with homemade sweet cookies. Every person were provided with set of towels for face and body. They were new, soft and clean. The streets are very nosy but when tired it doesn't metter :). I would like to come again and highly recommend it. Good luck and thank you Aybike!
Jun 27, 2019Aybike's apartment truly is at the heart of Istanbul. We were able to walk to Taksim Street in minutes and use that find transport anywhere else. Shops and a 24-hour local eatery were seconds away. Her apartment was clean, cosy, and packed with everything one would need - all kinds of household items, maps and tourist guides, Internet, snacks, etc. We were five adults, including 2 elderly. Aybike catered to all of us wonderfully, even dropping off a fan when we mentioned that the elders were feeling a bit hot. Throughout our stay she was always responsive on (Hidden by Airbnb) and regularly gave advice regarding our Istanbul adventures. Even after we left, she informed us of an item we had left behind, and offered to help send it to us. Please visit us in Dhaka, Aybike!
Jun 27, 2019We love that Place, just 3 min. walk to Istiklal street, 1 min. to Bus stataion and 5 to 10 min. to Shishane subway station, so I really cant think of a better location. Aybike is a very professional Host and helped us all the way at everything we needed, starting from basic orientation to arranging Transfer to Airport, we loved the Apt. and really felt Home and will always stay there when we visit Istanbul Again. Thank you Aybike
Jun 27, 2019My boyfriend, dad, and I had a great time at this apartment! It is close to all the major tourist locations and close to shops, cafes, and galleries. Really a great location. The apartment is beautiful and the bed and pillows are super comfortable. Also the high speed internet works great and the AC was a nice bonus! I would definitely stay here again!
Jun 27, 2019Amazing location, love the Apt# this is my 2nd stay and will always stay there. Aybike and Fatima ( her mother ) are very kind and friendly Hosts.
Jun 27, 2019This is our second stay at Aybike's apartment! We liked it so much at the beginning of our road trip all over turkey so we stayed here when we came back! My dad, boyfriend, and I were very comfortable here. It is close by to the main shopping and movie theater in Taxim, and close to all transportation, plus easy access to the airport via shuttle or taxi. Aybike has great communication skills and was always available for our arrival and advice. Highly recommend!
Jun 27, 2019Aybike was very kind and attentive with communications, suggesting some nice things to do in Istabul. The apartment was in a great location, walkable to everything we wanted to do. The front room was light and airy, with an eclectic design. Both the bedrooms however have little natural light, so if this is important to you it might not be your best choice. There were some plumbing issues which were frustrating. Aybike was quick to respond to concerns, though nothing could be done right away. Hopefully issues will be resolved quickly for the next guest.
Jun 27, 2019We'd like to thanks Aybike for everything she did for us, it was nice trip to Istanbul, we have faced some problems, but we solved as well. A suitable place for a certain number of people (between 1 to 4 persons), and all supplies are available in place.
Jun 27, 2019the house was comfortable and close to Taksim square about ten minutes walking, and the house was very well equipped, the hosts welcomed us really nicely.
Jun 27, 2019오자마자 식탁에 있는 쿠키와 과자들, 그리고 반갑게 맞아주는 주인분 어머니와 주인분. 그분들의 친절때문에 잘지낼 수 있었습니다. 거리,청결,와이파이,화장실,침실 등 하나하나 모든게 다 좋았습니다. 강추합니다. 여기서 지내시면 더 재미있게 이스탄불 여행을 하실 수 있으실 것입니다:)
Jun 27, 2019I cannot speak negatively at all. Beautiful apartment, well located, great hospitality. We were recieved by Aybike's mom, Fatima, which is a great person. Explained everything thing, showed us where everything is and offered us some nice pastries. Aybike, although she was not physically available, she was always reachable via phone and Airbnb communication. the apartment is a few minutes away from Istiklal st. and nearby many restaurants and grocery stores. I recommend staying here.
Jun 27, 2019I loved the apartment. Very cozy & clean. Temperature was very good. Beds are comfy and sheets are clean. Bathroom was awsum, loved taking showers. Perfect stay.
Jun 27, 2019Me and my friend love aybike apartment soo much! we were traveling during winter time and Istanbul quite cold soo after all day long walking in the cold arriving in aybike apartment feels like heaven. Warm and comfortable. Very nice and cute apartment, good location, very good wifi connection, very near to istiqlal street. we are 7 people and the apartment has enough space for us. Thank you soo much!
Jun 27, 2019Aybike's apartment is very cozy and very good value for money! It is located in a colorful area in a walking distance of the city center. Aybike herself was extremely kind and did everything she could in order to help us enjoy our staying in Istanbul.
Jun 27, 2019Aybike's place was so beautiful close to the Taksim and metro station, definitely will be back )
Jun 27, 2019Un appartement trés agreable . A proximite de la station de metro. Je le recommande vivement
Jun 27, 2019Все очень понравилось, Aybike и ее родственники очень милые люди, встретили нас поздним вечером. Помогли организовать трансфер из аэропорта. Расположение апартаментов очень удобное, рекомендую.
Jun 27, 2019Aybike's bolig ligger perfekt ud til en stor vej med masser af bus og taxier. Den ligger 2 min fra Istiklal Cd., og 10 min fra Taksim eller Galata Tower. Virkelig en god beliggenhed, der stærkt kan anbefales. Lejligheden var ren og godt møbleret. Aybike er rigtig nem at få kontakt til og var til rigtig stor hjælp. Vi fik transport fra lufthaven og blev kørt over til lejligheden. Rigtig godt wifi. Lejligheden ligger i et lidt ældre og lokalt område og derfor er det vigtigt at man er lidt påpasselig med sin mobil og penge, specielt om aften. Men det er en general ting overalt i Istanbul.
Jun 27, 2019Aybike's place is exactly how she describes it here, very accurate. The neighbourhood might seem a bit rough at a first sight but it's actually pretty safe and people are nice. Also the apartment is very cosy and homey, you just want to stay in. It has a pretty good isolation, you don't really hear the noise from the busy street outside. It's centrally located, walking distance to A-listed places in the European side of Istanbul such as Taksim and Istiklal. Only one of us get to meet Aybike one day before check in to get the key, but she's very easy to communicate with and also very kind to lend us metro cards. Thanks! We enjoyed staying at your place. :)
Jun 27, 2019Aybike'nin dairesi belirtildiği gibi merkeze çok yakın. Istiklal Caddesi'nin merkezine iki dakika yurume mesafesinde bulunuyor. Temiz ve rahat. Her seyden otesi Aybike her sorumuzda yanimizda oldu, bunun icin tekrar kendisine tesekkurler.
Jun 27, 2019Aybike is a great host. She helped us to arrange an airport transfer for our large family of 8. Her Mom was there to greet us and to make sure that we got settled in. The flat is wonderful and it is in the perfect location. Just a 2 minute walk to 2 grocers and 5 minutes to Istiklal Street. We will certainly recommend Aybike's place to other friends traveling to Istanbul.
Jun 27, 2019Aybike is a lovely host, who took care of us in answering any questions we had to arranging transport from and to the airport. She made the process simple and straightforward with good communication. The apartment was cosy and located at a good walking distance to Taksim square and the metro located there. It is a great location for anyone who wants to soak in a different angle of Istanbul in the Beyoglu historical area!
Jun 27, 2019Il faut pas hésiter de réserver cet appartement il est super bien , exactement comme il est décrit, proche de taksim istiklal les transport en commun sont à côté, on a passé un agréable séjour en plus AYBIKE est très aimable.
Jun 27, 2019We ( family mother, brothers, sister and children )stayed in this flat for about 4 weeks, we rented the whole flat . It was very comfortable near the Center. The kitchen is small but we don't need to cook because everything is available nearby. The owner, Aybike is really nice and lovely, she gave us many advice .We recommend this flat and we hope to be back again next year.
Jun 27, 2019Everything are great in this beautiful city, thank you Aybike.
Jun 27, 2019Aybike was a wonderful host and very accommodating to us for our check in and check out. There were 7 of us staying so it was cosy, but the apartment was really nicely decorated, clean and tidy and had everything we needed for our weekend stay, so it was perfect for us!! Thanks Aybike
Jun 27, 2019Aybike’s home was fantastic for our first visit to Istanbul. Being very close to amenities and Taksim square we had easy access to everywhere we wanted to go. We were a group of four and we slept very comfortably amd enjoyed being at home resting after our long walks in what is probably the best city we have ever been. Her house is cosy, very nicely decorated, with hot water at all times and very interesting books to read if you feel like relaxing on the coach ;). Aybike was very helpful and arranged for our transportation in and out of the airport and was always available for anything we needed! Would highly recommend her home for your stay in Istanbul!
Jun 27, 2019Hello All, Aybike ist a very nice person. We met also her mom & dad. About the flat: The flat ist cute like on the pictures. Everything what we needed was in the flat. For e.g. towels, blankets, pillows and so on... Only one negativ point is that the flat is dusty on some spots and very loud because of the busy road in front of the house.. Anyways, it is also a dangerous area. You shouldn't walk alone in the nighttime. All in one: For a big group it is nice to stay here, because u can see the big city from another point and not only as a tourist.
Jun 27, 2019I stayed in Aybike‘s apartment for almost 3 weeks and it was awesome. The flat is in an old buildung with a great flair- I loved all the little details in her apartment. The bed was very cosy and everything very clean. 3 minutes away from the Istiklal Caddesi where you can find everything to eat and drink or other possibilities to shop. I could not meet Aybike personally but her amazing mom received and welcomed me. Next time I visit Istanbul we will definitely have dinner together with her mom. Although I did not meet Aybike she was available the whole time to help. Thank you very very much, Aybike! Hope to see you next year!
Jun 27, 2019Posizione e parecchie camere ... consiglio a tutti ! In 4 ragazzi c’è fin troppo spazio.
Jun 27, 2019Aybike is a wonderful host - she gave us lots of tips on local places to go and helped us by booking a restaurant table for our birthday celebration. Her apartment is ideally located for Taksim Square, with plenty of local restaurants, and within walking distance (approx. 45 mins) of the old town. Good value for money and would definitely stay again.
Jun 27, 2019We're Airbnb hosts ourselves and we've visited a lot of Airbnb properties over the years. Aybike's apartment was a great place. Aybike provided everything we needed. We were a party of 3 adults and 2 kids and had enough space to get comfortable. The apartment was clean, nicely decorated, and stocked with the necessities. The location perfect. You're right in the heart of a lively area and can walk to plenty of action (restaurants, attractions, bars, shopsetc) in 5-20 minutes. There is also a great 24 hour local restaurant directly across the street from the apartment. Aybike was quick to respond to any questions and provided very valuable recommendations. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for an authentic Istanbul experience.
Jun 27, 2019Comfortable beds in bedrooms, modern showers, and accessories, accessible location to all public transport and major tourist hubs. Very clean and reachable for help anytime needed. Strongly suggest to stay once and enjoy your own home. Special thanks to Aybike mom and dad for being so friendly and helping while departing towards the airport.
Jun 27, 2019Muy bueno.
Jun 27, 2019Υπεροχος χωρος και υπεροχη φιλοξενια. Τα παντα διπλα απο το σπιτι.
Jun 27, 2019Nice and cheap apartment near Istiklal. Suitable for large companies or families. Aybike and her mother were very kind and helpful. They helped us with Taxi and treated us with sweets. In general, everything was excellent. The only trouble is the noise of cars under the window in the hall, which prevents sleep.
Jun 27, 2019Great apartment, very close to Taksim square, with lots of markets and food places around. Aybike is a wonderful host, and her mom is the nicest lady I have ever met.
Jun 27, 2019Aybike was an excellent host, very friendly, warm, welcoming, professional, kind and on time. Location is superb, cleanness was a little off and certainly photos were much better.
Jun 27, 2019The location of the house is perfect, less than 5 min and you are in Istiklal street. 2 min and you can easily take buses or taxi. The owner and her Mom are very sweet and are ready to help any time you contact them. The house is well equiped with all basic things you need for daily use. I highly recommend visitors to book this house. The photos give an impression that the house is more spacious than the reality, but it can easilay accomodate 6 people. Regards
Jun 27, 2019Thanks for the great stay at your place Aybike. Immediately we were made to feel welcome with fresh bread and cheese. If you want to stay near Taksim this is a great option - only about a 2 minute walk from a wealth of cafes and restaurants. The place feels cozy and comfortable. There was a bit of noise with car traffic at the front on the sofas, but nothing we couldn't deal with by sleeping in the rooms towards the back. All in all a solid apartment and we enjoyed it. Thanks for the stay!
Jun 27, 2019Love it. Aybike was so helpful and friendly. Finally we met at time we checked out. She helped for airport transfer as well. About her property, felt like own home. She prepares needs for guests including for cooking. Location is close to bus station, Mosque, and Taksim square. Truly recommended ;)
Jun 27, 2019We had a great time at this apartment
Jun 27, 2019Aybike's place is located perfectly, on a short five minute walk to a lively, student part of town. The place was not too big, but we fitted okay with 8 guys. As a host, Aybike is perfect. Very quick with communication and she will help eagerly, like by arranging transfers from the airport. Also speaks perfect english. All in all, a great stay, that I would recommend for everyone!
Jun 27, 2019Aybike probably is the best host we’ve had :) She met us in late evening, explained everything clear, was really helpful all the time. Especially saved our evening - small snacks, ‘cause it was late to go to have a dinner and we were exhausted by getting here, so right what we needed at that time. Apartment looks good, maybe not that fancy as on photos but living room is truly authentic :) I like fresh air, and felt a bit uncomfortable in bedroom, it’s hard to air the room. But overall experience was good!
Jun 27, 2019Aybike and her family are wonderful hosts. Their cozy apartment was home to me and my family for a week, during which Aybike was always quick to respond whenever her help was needed. The ever-lively Istiklal street and Taksim square are just a few minutes away on foot. We enjoyed our stay and would strongly recommend it to others.
Jun 27, 2019The apartment is good and Aybike and her mother are very kindly but the building is dirty and there is bad smell in it
Jun 27, 2019The apartment is in a good location close to Taksim Square. Aybike is very helpful and provides all needs as possible. My check out was at 1 pm and she happily let me keep the luggage inside until the time of my flight. I would stay there again!
Jun 27, 2019Aybike's mom who was very friendly met us at the apartment and gave us snacks when we arrived in the morning. The place was comfortable and clean. The location was absolutely perfect, only a short walk to the shops and restaurants. Aybike was available to answer any questions we had and was very helpful. Thank you Aybike :)!
Jun 27, 2019NOUS vous remercions pour votre accueil et disponibilite..Aybike est une personne tres gentille et (Website hidden by Airbnb) vous recommande parfaitement cette adresse...Elle nous a très bien recu et aider surtout..
Jun 27, 2019Our stay in Itanbul was really nice.Aybike is lovely and was really helpfull as she held our luggage til our departure to the airport .Just one thing: the room that looks onto the street is noisy because of a metal speed bump.
Jun 27, 2019Aybike was a great host, very responsive and nice. the apartment is cosy and well equiped. The only thing is that the third bedroom is not a separate one, it's a part of the living room. AC and WIFI worked well !
Jun 27, 2019Aybike is a great host. she was incredibly helpful and helped us with commuting to the airport. also when the weather got really hot she got us a fan super quick. if I ever go back to Istanbul I will definitely stay at her apartment again.
Jun 27, 2019Aybike has a great place for a group. It is a cozy apartment in a great central location. Check-in and out was great, and we got some nice recommendations. Would definitely recommend.
Jun 27, 2019This place very close to taksim and istiklal with lots of shops and restaurants near by Aybike is very kind and excellent knowledge about the city,highly recommended for everyone
Jun 27, 2019Our stay in Aybike's apartment was perfect for our trip. Leading up to, and during, our trip she was always very communicative and helpful, and even offered to assist with transport from the airport! The location was great, being a good walking distance to the old city and very close to Taksim Square and a metro station. Overall, had an amazing time in Istanbul and Aybike's place was great :)
Jun 27, 2019Aybike’s flat is in a great location - really close to lots of restaurants and bars and within walking distance of everything we wanted to see. The flat is cosy but had everything we needed and Aybike greeted us warmly and was attentive and helpful before and during our stay. There is quite a bit of traffic noise at the front of the flat even during the night which might not suit light sleepers but Istanbul seems like a 24 hour city and it was worth it for the location. I would highly recommend Aybike’s place - great value in a great city!!
Jun 27, 2019Une hôtesse très sympathique qui répond très rapidement à nos demandes. Je vous la recommande.
Jun 27, 2019Great host. We really enjoyed staying at Aybike’s place
Jun 27, 2019Great host.. great apartment.. great location.. Next to Tarlabasi Ave. and three blocks away from the famous Istiklal Ave. and Taksim Square. Easy to access Karakoy, Besiktas and Eminonu.
Jun 27, 2019We really enjoyed staying at Aybike! She is a wonderful host, very welcoming and hospitable. We were met by her mother, but Aybike was always in touch. The apartment is cozy, has everything you need. Near the corner there is an excellent cafe with breakfast, and within walking distance of all the attractions of the city. We practically did not use public transport, walked all the time, although Aybike left us a pass. A bit noisy from the street, but I always have earplugs with me on trips, so I don’t see any problems with that. And on the contrary, these are the sounds of the city, without them you will not taste it to the end :) Oh, and Aybike helped us with the return transfer to Sabiha airport, was very clear and on time. Very grateful, our holiday was great thanks to Aybike, including :)
Jun 27, 2019Aybike was an outstanding hostess. She went over and above our expectations in helping us with bookings, transfers, a tour guide for a day. She responded to all messages with questions about the apartment instantly, which was very helpful as we settled in. The apartment is comfortable and has all you may need. It is in a bustling city so expect some noise in the lounge area through the day and night. A great atmosphere in the area and very close to the main touristic attractions.
Jun 27, 2019What an amazing flat, Aybike was very nice with us. Perfect location, we highly recommend it !
Jun 27, 2019Aybike is a wonderful host and she made sure to take care of all the things necessary for our easy arrival and departure. Commute from and to the airport was a breeze with a toddler because she took care of the booking of the transportation. She was also always responsive on (Hidden by Airbnb) and over phone. I might have expected her house to be slightly more than what I imagined from the pictures but it was comfortable and equipped nevertheless. So that wasn’t a big deal. The location of the house is very close to the busy İstiklal street and the bus stop ‘Ömer Hayyam’ has frequent connectivity to ‘Taksim Square’ and Ominonu. The only downside we felt was we had to climb stairs to reach the bus stop and it was not fun to do so with a stroller to carry around. But without a stroller I’d not have worried about this situation. Our 5 day stay was comfortable expect the continuous rain dampened spirit a bit. Her parents whom we met on the day we left were very sweet people. Overall I’m thankful to Aybike for her hospitality and everything.
Jun 27, 2019First just i want too say thank u for the apartment owner.. because she was very nice with me .. But I was very angry because the apartment is not as in the pictures and there are only two rooms! The apartment is very old and the taste of the water is very disgusting! And the area is not good and the smell of the building is disgusting and there they don’t have Left drawer .. I do not recommend to live there!! Its was the worst experience for me!!! ❌❌❌❌❌
Jun 27, 2019Staying at Aybike’s place was great. All exceeded expectations! Her communication, quick responses, her help on local tips and private transfer she arranged are superb. Good area with close distance to restaurants and subway. The only thing I’d say is that street is kinda noisy so that if apartment would be packed it worth to bring ear plugs with you as only one room (which is close to window to street) sometimes is noisy. Otherwise that’s more than you can expect! Aybike is great host! Thanks for hosting us. All the best!
Jun 27, 2019Квартира полностью соответствует описанию, представленному на сайте. Находится в самом центре Стамбула. До улицы Истикляль 5 минут неспешной ходьбы. Айбике прекрасная хозяйка – в доме есть все необходимое. Все детали обстановки подобраны в оригинальном жанре. Отец Айбике встретил нас очень радушно, несмотря на то, что было уже 3 часа ночи. Айбике быстро выходит на связь и всегда готова прийти на помощь. Из минусов, хочу заметить наличие сигаретного дыма, распространяющегося с нижнего этажа дома. А также высокий шум с улицы, который не прекращается даже ночью. Шум, преимущественно, исходит от лежачего полицейского, который устроен в виде больших граблей, расположенных таким образом, чтобы машины могли ехать только в одном направлении. Улица, на которую выходят окна квартиры, с односторонним движением и грабли срабатывают с изящным скрежетом каждый раз, когда на лежачий полицейский наезжают колеса автотранспорта. В остальном хозяйка сделала все возможное для нашего комфортного проживания. Большое спасибо Айбике!
Jun 27, 2019This flat has an amazing location. It’s 5-6 min walk to taksim sq and famous İstiklal street, about 10min walk to nearest metro station. Has 24 hour food and shops right outside the flat! Amenities are basic but suited us well. I would suggest taking slippers as the wooden floor is cold in winter, leave the windows open to let in the hustle and bustle of Istanbul !! No balcony with a view, and there’s a flight of winding stairs to get to the flat which isn’t glamorous but the place is VERY safe!
Jun 27, 2019Muy buena localización y muy buenos anfitriones!! Repetiría
Jun 27, 2019we stayed for the weekent in the appartment and it was great.. although the building is old aybike has a renewed appartment clean, perfect for families, close to taksim and bus station and metro.
Jun 27, 2019The best place to stay in Istanbul. The place is really near to Taksim Square. Once you get out from the house, you can just walk up around 5 minutes. Then, you will be at the Istiklal Street and it just 5 minutes walk to get to Taksim Square. Also, it is so nearby to Galata Tower too. It is easy to connect with public transportation as the metro station is just nearby. This place is also nearby to the Istiklal Street. The famous shopping street in Istanbul. So, I highly recommend this place to anyone out there when you want to visit Istanbul. Aybike is a very good host. She offered me a help if i had left something in Bursa. Well that was a really over the top of attitude. What an amazing person she is!
Jun 27, 2019