Züleyha
cozy flat in the center of taksim
Istanbul, Turkey
$295/night
Summary
Right at the heart of city- max 5 min walk down from İstiklal Street (Galatasaray Highschool) & max to the tram station connecting you to the historical peninsula. Also I, as a professional tour guide, have all the necessary info for your stay :)
Space
Right at the heart of city- max 5 min walk down from the middle of Taksim, İstiklal Street (Galatasaray Highschool) & to the tram station connecting you to historical peninsula. This cozy room with a proper bed for 2 facing the 19th century neo-classic French palace and its vast garden, is so bright. It is the most quiet and relaxed space in the very center of the city thanks to this palace what is almost impossible somewhere else to find. It's location will enable you to move around easily and come back home, (eat) and walk again to the living part of city at night the most comfortable way. You will be able to use anything you see at home, just like me. It means: We/you can cook in the fully equipped kitchen. You have shelves for your staff in the room. There is internet with, of course, wifi. Towels and sheets you'll gfind prepared when you arrive home. And just in case you need to wash your things you're welcome. Iron we have as well. I am a professional tour guide. Prac
Description
Right at the heart of city- max 5 min walk down from İstiklal Street (Galatasaray Highschool) & max to the tram station connecting you to the historical peninsula. Also I, as a professional tour guide, have all the necessary info for your stay :) Right at the heart of city- max 5 min walk down from the middle of Taksim, İstiklal Street (Galatasaray Highschool) & to the tram station connecting you to historical peninsula. This cozy room with a proper bed for 2 facing the 19th century neo-classic French palace and its vast garden, is so bright. It is the most quiet and relaxed space in the very center of the city thanks to this palace what is almost impossible somewhere else to find. It's location will enable you to move around easily and come back home, (eat) and walk again to the living part of city at night the most comfortable way. You will be able to use anything you see at home, just like me. It means: We/you can cook in the fully equipped kitchen. You have shelves for yo
Neighborhood Overview
The neighborhood is what makes me pay a lot for this place actually :) It's right at the center of locals: Taksim; where all the cultural activities are going on. I can smeet my friends and find the best bars or cofee shops in the city right here. And also it is the most convenient place for a tour guide (meaning also for tourists:) to go just by tram within couple of minutes to historical peninsula -Sultanahmet- or the Bosphorus. In addition; it is not the real bourgeois bohemian section of the city, rather it is still a somehow traditional neighborhood where you don't feel like in a buble but also experience the daily life as a common Istanbul resident.
Notes
I am a tour guide also taking turkish people abroad. So, from time to time I am away for business. A friend of mine takes care of you and the flat in the meanwhile. Those days, I also rent my own room. Unless there is no booking the flat is shared And I have two kitten!
Transit
Could not be better!!! 3 minutes to the tram connecting you to Sultanahmet or Dolmabahce Palace or the ferry (although it is soo easy to walk to ferry station max around 10 min) 5 minutes to several bus stations and if you are a real adventurer wanting to use the main subway 5 to 10 min walk again. No exaggeration while saying it is the heart of the city :)
Access
You will be able to use anything you see at home, just like me. It means: We/you can cook in the fully equipped kitchen. You have shelves for your staff in the room. There is internet with, of course, wifi. Towels and sheets you'll gfind prepared when you arrive home. And just in case you need to wash your things you're welcome. Iron we have as well.
Property Details
Property Type
04 GuestsRoom Type
rooom_typeBed Type
Real BedMinimum Nights
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10Cancellation Policy
moderateAccommodates
2Bedrooms
1Beds
1Bathrooms
1
Ameneties
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TV -
Cable TV
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Internet
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Wifi
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Kitchen
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Pets allowed
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Pets live on this property
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Cat(s)
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Heating
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Family/kid friendly
Rules
In Turkey, we do not walk with shoes at home. So, I ask you not to step into the flat with your shoes and you can place them into the cupboard behind the door after entering.There are carpets on floor and flip flops to wear. And after having lots of guests I feel the need to write detailed rules. Although they all sound really basics I realised that it might be useful;) It is a shared flat and we have a shared bathroom. So, I also use it. It is normal that one wants to take hours long showers during vacation or just wanna get prepared for soo long, but I also need to use it. Thatswhy, I ask my guests not to stay for really long especially in the mornings. And it would be nice if you clean the shower after yourself. Also, the window in the bathroom needs to be open at least after shower. In the kitchen we have a dishwasher. I ask you to put your dish into and if I am not home please turn it on, it still does not know to clean itself;) and it really stinks. I really like to share but it
22 Reviews
We spent 1 week at Zuleyha's apartment. She was very welcoming and friendly. Apartment's location cant be any better. its only couple of minutes from lively Istiklal street, it is well protected from the crowd; and its very quite and safe. We traveled to the most of the city from here on foot. We also took metro and tram which were quite close too. We were also walking within the neighborhood which is full of beautiful and trashy historical houses, arty shops and cafes. The room had a nice view from the window, bright and very quite. The whole apartment was very clean.
Jun 27, 2019The time we stayed at Züleyha's place was very precious. We learned a lot about life in Istanbul and the culture. Her experience as a tour-guide helped us save a lot of trouble and money. We also enjoyed chatting with her and she also took my wife to her belly dance class once. She also showed us how Turkish Tea is boiled and she knows where the good restaurants are. Thank goodness we didn't take an apartment in the old town where all the prices are for tourists. We were five minutes walking distance from the main live centre in Istanbul, where the students and young people are spending their time in the evenings. And it was only three tram stations from the old town centre. We really had a great time with Züleyha.
Jun 27, 2019Flat: Spacious, well decorated, very colorful like istanbul, clean, good collection of books, maps and DVDs in lounge and great collection herbal teas and coffee in kitchen, balcony with nice view of french place gardens and walls Room: Clean and comfy bedding, small cupboard, window with nice view of gardens Location: Just less than 5 mins walk from the lively and most happening place of the city - İstiklâl street. But still very quite and residential. Very close to Taxi stand (1 min walk) and Tophane, Galatasary, Tunel and Taksim stations. Location is filled with cafe, bar, restaurant; shopping, embassies, historical buildings, so spend a day for new-city. Easy and quick access to old-city and asia-side thru public transportation Tram/Ferry Host (Zuleyha): Very friendly and helpful over entire stay. Being in tourism industry and localite, she has provided lots of information and tips about istanbul (esp shops) which can not be sourced anywhere from (Hidden by Airbnb) . She and friend/neighbor prepared a nice breakfast and lots of various great herbal teas for us Summary: Me and my wife stayed for 4 nights and had a very pleasant and enjoyable stay in March (Phone number hidden by Airbnb)
Jun 27, 2019We stayed four days at Cozy Flat and it was amazing! The flat is very clean and organized and Züleyha is thoughtful and helped us a lot with touristic information. We also had the opportunity to talk to her and found out more about Istambul and people. The location is very convenient! Although it looks like difficult to find it the first time.
Jun 27, 2019Time with Zule and her friends is definitely one of the highlights of my trip in Istanbul. Besides all the good things other visitors mentioned, I also feel very fortunate to have a chance to experience the daily life of young professionals in Istanbul. The very first thing she did after we met is to invite me to join her and her friends for a authentic Turkish breakfast! :) After typical tourism topics we also talked a lot about each other's culture and traveling experiences, etc. I would certainly recommend Zule and her neighbor to any of my friends traveling to Istanbul. And, girl I would see you soon on my next trip in Turkey. All the Bests, Beaux
Jun 27, 2019I had a fantastic stay with Zuleyha last weekend. The apartment is really well kept, and the bedroom was bright and comfortable. Zuleyha was an excellent host, gave lots of really great advice (the dance show at the cultural centre is highly recommended) and took us out for night out to see some local live music. She even showed me how to belly dance! Did I mention that I was fed delicious home baked pastries by her lovely neighbour(also a airBnB host) every 20 minutes?
Jun 27, 2019Zühleyha has a very nice and clean appartment on a perfect location in Istanbul. She herself was not present during our stay so we didn't get to meet her, which was a pity as we use Airbnb mainly because we like meeting local people. Zühleyha did arrange for a friend of her to be present in the house when we arrived, which worked out perfectly fine. I would definitely recommend staying in this appartment.
Jun 27, 2019The apartment is great. It is just a 10 minutes walk from Taksim square and it is located in a great neighborhood. Even though great nightlife a so close, the apartment is in a very quite area. Züleyha was away for a business trip, but her friend took care of us, who provided us with very helpful tips and advises about Istanbul We had a great stay.
Jun 27, 2019It's been a very pleasurable stay at Zul's apartment - it's as central as it gets, within walking distance of many of the namable restuarants and bars, and first and foremost it's clean, neat and nice to live in. The apartment is also very quiet, with a backyard balcony that's right in front of the Italian Consulate Generale, a fully equipped kitchen and a spacious, cool living room. Host Zul is a very, very helpful, accomodating person, although she hasn't been around the apartment most of the time of our stay. Besides us, there has been another German couple living with us for a couple of days in the 2nd room. Friendly people, although it might have been nice to know up front who else we'd be sharing the apartment with. A minor flipside is that the apartment is a little hard to find, since there're no nametags on any of the bell buttons. But the minute you're there, you'll be able to be looking forward to a great and unforgettable stay at the heart of the city of Istanbul!
Jun 27, 2019When we arrived delayed in Züleyha's flat she welcomed us with warm chai and homemade pastry. We felt very comfortable all the time and were happy to could share a glass of wine with our host. Furthermore, all the advices and recommendations she gave us helped us a lot. We could reach almost everything walking from the flat. To sum up: very nice atmosphere and host, perfectly located and very recomendable! :-)
Jun 27, 2019The flat is great, and also the localisation. Züleyha couldn't be there for profesional reasons, but all was perfect, and contact by messages wery good.
Jun 27, 2019Züleyha was away for a few days (because of work commitment) when I arrived, but she arranged for someone to be there to let me in - unfortunately I got caught up in a bit of a riot on arrival in Taksim Square and didn't arrive at the apartment till 9 pm. Züleyha had left a good collection of books on Istanbul and I bought a detailed map when I was there. The room was clean, the bed comfortable. A couple of coat hangers would have been useful. Location was good - 5 minutes walk (uphill - so if you have knee or foot problems, be aware) to İstiklâl street and only a few minutes walk (downhill) to the tramstop at Tophane - for 3 Lira you can travel across the bridge to the Hippadrome, the Blue Mosque, Hagai Sophie etc. Alternatively you can walk - if it is not too hot, the walk is pleasant. Lots of places to eat nearby. From the ferry (not far from the tram - you can (for 3 Lira) go over to Asia - at Karidoy. Züleyha is easy going and provided you are fair and thoughtful you will have no problems. On my last night her lovely neighbour - Gushane - prepared an evening meal for us and a few other friends. It was a great end to a lovely stay. Thank you to Züleyha and her friends for a delightful end to an exciting and happy holiday.
Jun 27, 2019I have spent 4 days at Züleyha's apartment and it was a great time. The apartment is really well-located! It's in the heart of Beyoglu and the pedestrian street 'Istiklal' is 5 min away. There are nice shops, cafés and restaurants in close area. Züleyha as a host was absolutely great! She has a real good insight when it comes to sights and places which are worth visiting. She can also give you some great advice on bars and nightclubs. The apartment is nicely decorated and she has a very nice balcony with a view on a French palace. It was fun to stay at her place and I can really recommend it to everyone!
Jun 27, 2019Me and my boyfriend had a wonderful time in Istanbul and at Züleyha´s appartment. She couldn´t be there because of work but her friend took care of us and was really helpful and gentle. Also the "american Girl" was a great roommate. I would recommend this place to everyone who likes a nice, quiet place near all the Hotspots of Istanbul. Close to Tram, Taksim, Galat-Tower. And: Visit Limonlu bahce, best place around the corner.
Jun 27, 2019Züleyha was traveling, so her friend Emrah let me in and got me set up. They were both very hospitable, and patient when my flight was delayed and I arrived late. The flat was quite comfortable, and right in the middle of Taksim (and a short walk from a metro station), which was great for walking places and getting around. (Warning to light sleepers, though, the entire district is pretty loud at night. I was glad to have some earplugs, as I'm not used to that much activity in the early morning.)
Jun 27, 2019I stayed at Zuleyha's for 3 nights in July 2014. The place was conveniently located, a short uphill walk from the main st of Taksim. The room was small and basic. The room was noisy, very hot and there were also cats from neighbouring flats who would jump through the window in the middle of the night, so if you are precious about your sleep or don't like cats I wouldn't recommend it! Zuleyha did provide some tips on where to eat and what to do. She had just arrived back from a trip so the place was not clean or tidy when I stayed, but maybe it was just a one off.
Jun 27, 2019Zuleyha is absolutely great. A professional tour guide in Turkey and all over Europe! Compliments for her knowledge and the way she treated us. We have a travel agency ourselves in Costa Rica but if each AirBNB is like this one, we would only recommend such places in the future. Thanks Zuleyha! Renee and Ed
Jun 27, 2019Vielen Dank noch einmal an Züleyha für die tolle Unterkunft. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt. Ein kleines gemütliches Zimmer zum schlafen sowie ein Wohnzimmer mit ausreichend Platz und einem schönen Balkon mit Aussicht ins Grüne. Die Unterkunft liegt sehr zentral allerdings in einer weniger einladenden Seitenstraße in Taksim und war der perfekte Startpunkt die Gegend zu erkunden. Leider musste unsere Gastgeberin beruflich verreisen, wir haben Sie aber für zwei Stunden bei unserer Anreise noch gesehen und sie hat uns wirklich viele wertvolle Tipps zur Besichtigung der Stadt gegeben. Da wir Katzen lieben, haben uns Ihre zwei kleinen Mitbewohner sehr viel Freude bereitet. Kurzum: Wir können die Wohnung und Züleyha als Gastgeber sehr empfehlen.
Jun 27, 2019Zül was a great host very helpful and nice. Here apartment is lovely and in a good location; the highlight were here two kittens who made us feel at home.
Jun 27, 2019The room is clean and the host is very nice,She gives us some advises,like how to go to the airport and bazaar. and i love her cats!
Jun 27, 2019The house of Zühleyha is in a great area with nice streets with shops and bars. The tramstation Tophane is nearby.
Jun 27, 2019Great stay, great host! Perfect location! Everything was perfect in this wonderful city
Jul 27, 2019