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Situated in Sultanahmet, Istanbul’s Old Town, Agora Guesthouse offers rooms with free WiFi and a flat-screen TV. Hagia Sophia is 600 metres away while The Blue Mosque is 500 metres away. Facilities include a rooftop terrace.

I throughout enjoyed my stay at Agora Guesthouse. The staff were amazing - at the reception, at the breakfast. 10/10. The view from the roof terrace both, while having breakfast or in the late evening watching the city is amazing. WC/showers were clean all the time. The location is excellent too.

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9.2
Wonderful
1,314 reviews
Price from
$24
per night

Located within 600 metres of Istiklal Street and 1.3 km of Istanbul Congress Center in the centre of Istanbul, TAKS-INN Suites provides accommodation with free WiFi and a kitchen. This recently renovated guest house is located 600 metres from Taksim Square and 700 metres from Taksim Metro Station. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

AMAZING stay!!!!! Everything you need for a comfortable enjoyable stay in Istanbul. Omer was incredible and helpful. Apartment is clean, well equipped and very comfortable. Our family of 4 was very happy with the stay and wished we could stay longer. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

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9.2
Wonderful
267 reviews
Price from
$57
per night

Set in the centre of Istanbul, Emirhan Guesthouse & Suites is a recently renovated accommodation, which offers soundproof rooms. The property features city and quiet street views, and is 800 metres from Blue Mosque. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and currency exchange for guests.

The room was very clean. There was a double bed for two person in the living area, the attached small bedroom with single bed was suitable for us (3 adults) . Famous building as blue temple can go by walking very good location. There are also some good restaurant nearby.

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9.2
Wonderful
101 reviews
Price from
$130
per night

Terrace Guesthouse is situated in the Fatih district of Istanbul, 400 metres from Basilica Cistern, less than 1 km from Topkapi Palace and a 11-minute walk from Column of Constantine. The property has sea and quiet street views, and is 600 metres from Blue Mosque. The property is 1.7 km from the city centre and 500 metres from Hagia Sophia.

Fantastic views, very nice and friendly people!

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9.4
Wonderful
226 reviews
Price from
$113
per night

Located only a 5-minute walk from the lively Istiklal Avenue, Nelly Guesthouse offers rooms with free Wi-Fi. Taksim Square and Taksim Metro Station are a 10-minute walk away.

Featuring parquet floors, the rooms of Nelly Guesthouse include a desk, safe box and a wardrobe. The private bathroom includes hairdryer, slippers and free toiletries. Some rooms come with a shared bathroom with a toilet.

Everything was perfect and Nelly was awesome! I'll definitely come back! 🙂

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9.1
Wonderful
243 reviews
Price from
$41
per night

Offering a rooftop terrace and courtyard, Berk is in Sultanahmet, a 2-minute walk from Blue Mosque. It has rooms with free Wi-Fi.

Guests can enjoy breakfast in the courtyard, which is decorated with traditional pots and souvenirs. During sunset, the rooftop patio offers a romantic setting for a drink.

The personnel of the hotel was friendly. Cute little terrace with sea and Aya Sofia view. Good breakfasts.

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9.3
Wonderful
444 reviews
Price from
$64
per night

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.

The 24-hour reception desk at the Marmara Guesthouse can assist guests with planning their stay in Istanbul. It can also arrange transportation to nearby places of interest.

I liked the most was the terrace and people of the house! The cook upstairs were amazing, friendly, helpful. We will definitely go back to that place again!

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9.1
Wonderful
655 reviews
Price from
$43
per night

Ahmet Efendi Evi offers non-smoking rooms, a 24-hour front desk and breakfast serving fresh bread, fruits and cheese. It is 15 minutes’ walk to Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.

Each room has simple, yet modern furniture and boast a private balcony. All rooms have TV with multilingual cable channels, a work desk and well-stocked minibar.

Wonderful family-run hotel - the people were wonderful, the location is perfect (very close to Agia Sofia and the Blue Mosque), and it was excellent value for money.

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9
Wonderful
314 reviews
Price from
$75
per night

Situated in Istanbul, the recently renovated Mimoza Guesthouse features accommodation 7.4 km from Maiden's Tower and 12 km from Blue Mosque. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The guest house has family rooms.

The location is exceptional. Very close the center of Kadıköy. You can also find the public transports very nearby, and even the ferry if you want to go the the European side. The host Kayahan is very kind and helpful with good recommendations about the area.

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Wonderful
83 reviews
Price from
$42
per night

The kitchen is fitted with a dishwasher, a microwave and a fridge and there is a shared bathroom with slippers and a hair dryer. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and ironing service.

Spice Bazaar is 10 km from the guest house, while Galata Tower is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Istanbul Airport, 37 km from Vault of istanbul.

Salomon is great owner! This is the first time I have met such kindness and hospitality! He is a very nice person who will help you in everything. His apartment is very conveniently located, clean and comfortable. I have no doubt that you will have a great time at his house.

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9.4
Wonderful
53 reviews
Price from
$31
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travelers who prefer laid-back accommodations with a personal touch. Usually family run, these hosts will provide local recommendations and even optional meals. Guest houses sometimes feature a cozy living room or a garden – and are still cheaper than most regular hotels.
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  • Avg. price/night: $212.53
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,468 reviews
    Great service and hospitality, special thanks to the administrator Amir! The 3rd floor suite with the sea view and jacuzzi is wonderful, best experience! The view is really worth it! Great location - not far from the historical city center and main sightseeings.The room was clean, all necessary services included. The hotel is small, which makes it cosy and quiet.
    Анастасия
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $48.11
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 138 reviews
    It was nice and comfortable. Great location. Access to bus stations. Quiet place. Nice host.
    amir zolfaghari
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $27.39
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,433 reviews
    Great hostel. The location is super, in the city center, almost on the main tourist street Istiklal, but in a quiet place. Breakfast is included in the price And he's great. I recommend
    Stulov
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $43.25
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 296 reviews
    Manu is a very hard working great host. You can get washing done. Place is spotlessly clean. In a great location on the Asian side with metro close. Quiet area and neighbourhood good to go back to after a busy day in the centre. Amazing people I met. Good shower and facilities.
    Nathan
    Solo traveler
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 128 reviews
    Great location, very local restaurants nearby (amazing!! and cheap!!), easy to get to the touristic destinations in a short time or walkable. Great host and fantastic facilities. Very clean which can be hard to get in Istanbul, so this host does a great job!
    EmmaParker88
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $96.12
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 663 reviews
    Beautiful quaint family guest house ran by the best hosts who couldn’t do enough for us. In a great location to shops and restaurants and 25 minute stroll to Blue Mosque etc.
    Diane
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $90.16
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 421 reviews
    - Great location, close to the cablecar and metro station - Located in quiet street, no car or bar noises - Very comfortable and modern looking rooms, cleanliness on the spot - Comfortable bed with lot of pillows, including most giant pillow I have ever seen - Excellent bathroom facilities with all the necessary amenities - Ali is a great host - Cute rooftop terrace available
    Robert
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $127.09
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 305 reviews
    great location in the old town, very close to the main attractions. We took a taxi from the airport but the traffic was terrible (which is normal in the old town). Celal was already waiting for us when we got there and he kindly offered tea and Turkish delights on our arrival. Celal was a great host! He helped us with buying SIM card (350 liras which is cheapest I've found), booking transfers (350 liras from or to SAW and 400 liras from or to the international airport), recommending local restaurants etc.
    Shanshan
    Group
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 192 reviews
    Lovely place..everything perfect. Great location great host. Nice large comfortable rooms. Close to all the restaurants and tourist spots but on a quiet road.
    george
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $93.26
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 897 reviews
    great location, charming hotel. great host, great hospitality, very helpfull
    Matthijs
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