Private hamam, space, style, views in Galata!
Apartment in Istanbul
7 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this apartment rental
This huge, stylish and elegant apartment offers a unique hamam bathroom where you can relax on a warmed marble slab to the sound of water flowing from the antique carved sink. The shared terrace has gorgeous views across the Golden Horn to the Old City.
We also offer a selection of 'experiences' with our local guides, to help you build your own genuine and memorable perspective on the city.
Please be assured:- We follow the new World Health Organisation guidelines for Covid-19 cleaning and housekeeping.- It's possible for you to self-check-in by retrieving your keys from a lockbox.Alternatively, if you prefer, our manager can greet you. He understands and respects social distancing.
Our apartment is on the first floor – one flight of original marble stairs – of a grand and elegant 19th century building very near to Galata Tower. The building entrance is on a characterful cobbled street, packed with intriguing boutiques and cafés. A few floors up on the roof-top, the shared terrace has gorgeous views across the Golden Horn to the Old City. You’re invited to take your drinks or meals up to the roof terrace any time you like, for a very special experience of the city.
It’s about 3 minutes walk to Sishane metro station, less than 5 minutes walk to Tünel funicular and a short downhill walk to connect with the tram for Sultanahmet. Famous Istiklal Avenue is less than 5 minutes walk up the hill.
This apartment boasts a unique hamam shower room where you can relax on a warmed marble slab to the sound of water flowing into the antique carved sink: perfect after a busy day exploring. In addition to the hamam shower room there’s a second large shower-room with marble counter-top and another roomy shower.
The three bedrooms are stylish: two doubles and one twin, each with chic velvet headboards and high quality crisp white linens. The twin beds can be pushed together if preferred. The bedrooms are arranged around a large and atmospheric central hall with comfy seating, great for snuggling up with a good book.
The open plan kitchen-living area is very spacious and sociably laid out. The brand new kitchen is chic and well-equipped, with high-end appliances including a dish-washer. Freshly-upholstered vintage sofa and chairs invite you to relax and there’s a bar table for snacking. A double doorway leads into a separate dining room with a large oval dining table and chairs.
Original dark wooden floorboards give a warm feel and all doors are elegant dark wood originals, adding lots of character and spirit. The ceilings are extremely high giving a relaxing sense of space.
This apartment is a very big 130 m2 in total, serene and restful with a quiet, solid grace. The bedrooms comfortably accommodate six people and a seventh/child on a fold-out bed in the master bedroom is possible.
Guests will have the complete privacy of the entire apartment.
The roof terrace, shared with all apartments in the building, is available for your careful use at any time.
In the same building we also offer three other apartments. The two or three apartments booked together are ideal for a large group.
This is a small Turkish-British family project. Julia and Tarkan used to live in Istanbul then Singapore and are now balancing life between England and Istanbul. If we're in Istanbul during your stay we'd love to meet you.
Your questions and booking will be handled by us wherever we are. When you arrive in Istanbul Tarkan’s wonderful family and/or our friendly team will welcome you to your apartment, give you the keys and explain about practicalities and the neighbourhoods.
We’ll all help you as much as you need and we're only a phone call or email away.
Galata has a genuine, very welcoming and diverse community with an intriguing mix of cafes, restaurants, small grocery shops and artistic boutiques. Elegant 19th Century buildings line cobbled streets, with discoveries waiting around every corner. No matter where you wander, you’ll always find your way back to Galata Tower, which has been a well-loved landmark for the last 700 years.
Metro, bus, tram and ferry stops are all only a couple of minutes’ walk away. You can be in Sultanahmet (for the big sights of Ayasofya, Topkapı, Blue Mosque etc.) in about 12 minutes by public transport or 20 minutes on foot. In the other direction, by Metro, you can be in Şişli (for Istanbul’s biggest shopping mall) in 10 minutes or Levent (for Istanbul’s business district) in 15 minutes.
There are many taxi ranks around and some secure car parks too.
Will your stay with us make a difference? We hope so…
By self-catering right in the local community you’ll quickly become part of it, financially supporting small grocery shops and other family businesses. You’ll soon make relationships with these friendly people and develop a genuine understanding of the culture around you. We’re sure you’ll leave with special memories and more developed perspectives as a result of your encounters.
For each confirmed booking we arrange a tree to be planted in Turkey (via TEMA) to offset part of the carbon dioxide emission from the resulting flight. We encourage you to plant more trees: easily arranged during online booking.
We use local maintenance and cleaning services for the apartments and in this way we provide a good income for 2 families who lives nearby.We do everything we can to preserve all the original features and materials in the apartments. Where new materials are needed we source them locally, prioritising products that are designed and/or made in Turkey.
Our apartments are uniquely situated amongst mosques, churches, synagogues, a mevlevi ‘whirling dervish’ hall and other sites of religious significance. We encourage guests to sense the history of religious tolerance and hopefully! to experience something of it themselves during their stay.
We also offer a selection of 'experiences' with our local guides, to help you build your own genuine and memorable perspective on the city.
Please be assured:- We follow the new World Health Organisation guidelines for Covid-19 cleaning and housekeeping.- It's possible for you to self-check-in by retrieving your keys from a lockbox.Alternatively, if you prefer, our manager can greet you. He understands and respects social distancing.
Our apartment is on the first floor – one flight of original marble stairs – of a grand and elegant 19th century building very near to Galata Tower. The building entrance is on a characterful cobbled street, packed with intriguing boutiques and cafés. A few floors up on the roof-top, the shared terrace has gorgeous views across the Golden Horn to the Old City. You’re invited to take your drinks or meals up to the roof terrace any time you like, for a very special experience of the city.
It’s about 3 minutes walk to Sishane metro station, less than 5 minutes walk to Tünel funicular and a short downhill walk to connect with the tram for Sultanahmet. Famous Istiklal Avenue is less than 5 minutes walk up the hill.
This apartment boasts a unique hamam shower room where you can relax on a warmed marble slab to the sound of water flowing into the antique carved sink: perfect after a busy day exploring. In addition to the hamam shower room there’s a second large shower-room with marble counter-top and another roomy shower.
The three bedrooms are stylish: two doubles and one twin, each with chic velvet headboards and high quality crisp white linens. The twin beds can be pushed together if preferred. The bedrooms are arranged around a large and atmospheric central hall with comfy seating, great for snuggling up with a good book.
The open plan kitchen-living area is very spacious and sociably laid out. The brand new kitchen is chic and well-equipped, with high-end appliances including a dish-washer. Freshly-upholstered vintage sofa and chairs invite you to relax and there’s a bar table for snacking. A double doorway leads into a separate dining room with a large oval dining table and chairs.
Original dark wooden floorboards give a warm feel and all doors are elegant dark wood originals, adding lots of character and spirit. The ceilings are extremely high giving a relaxing sense of space.
This apartment is a very big 130 m2 in total, serene and restful with a quiet, solid grace. The bedrooms comfortably accommodate six people and a seventh/child on a fold-out bed in the master bedroom is possible.
Guests will have the complete privacy of the entire apartment.
The roof terrace, shared with all apartments in the building, is available for your careful use at any time.
In the same building we also offer three other apartments. The two or three apartments booked together are ideal for a large group.
This is a small Turkish-British family project. Julia and Tarkan used to live in Istanbul then Singapore and are now balancing life between England and Istanbul. If we're in Istanbul during your stay we'd love to meet you.
Your questions and booking will be handled by us wherever we are. When you arrive in Istanbul Tarkan’s wonderful family and/or our friendly team will welcome you to your apartment, give you the keys and explain about practicalities and the neighbourhoods.
We’ll all help you as much as you need and we're only a phone call or email away.
Galata has a genuine, very welcoming and diverse community with an intriguing mix of cafes, restaurants, small grocery shops and artistic boutiques. Elegant 19th Century buildings line cobbled streets, with discoveries waiting around every corner. No matter where you wander, you’ll always find your way back to Galata Tower, which has been a well-loved landmark for the last 700 years.
Metro, bus, tram and ferry stops are all only a couple of minutes’ walk away. You can be in Sultanahmet (for the big sights of Ayasofya, Topkapı, Blue Mosque etc.) in about 12 minutes by public transport or 20 minutes on foot. In the other direction, by Metro, you can be in Şişli (for Istanbul’s biggest shopping mall) in 10 minutes or Levent (for Istanbul’s business district) in 15 minutes.
There are many taxi ranks around and some secure car parks too.
Will your stay with us make a difference? We hope so…
By self-catering right in the local community you’ll quickly become part of it, financially supporting small grocery shops and other family businesses. You’ll soon make relationships with these friendly people and develop a genuine understanding of the culture around you. We’re sure you’ll leave with special memories and more developed perspectives as a result of your encounters.
For each confirmed booking we arrange a tree to be planted in Turkey (via TEMA) to offset part of the carbon dioxide emission from the resulting flight. We encourage you to plant more trees: easily arranged during online booking.
We use local maintenance and cleaning services for the apartments and in this way we provide a good income for 2 families who lives nearby.We do everything we can to preserve all the original features and materials in the apartments. Where new materials are needed we source them locally, prioritising products that are designed and/or made in Turkey.
Our apartments are uniquely situated amongst mosques, churches, synagogues, a mevlevi ‘whirling dervish’ hall and other sites of religious significance. We encourage guests to sense the history of religious tolerance and hopefully! to experience something of it themselves during their stay.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Istanbul
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
Wow, every time I stepped out of the apartment, I saw the crowds lining up to visit Galata Tower and thought how lucky I was that they all traveled here to see it and I was staying right underneath! The location is so perfect. It can be challenging to access because of the hills and cobblestones but that is the whole neighborhood. We were right in the heart of the action - call to prayer at dawn every morning and throughout the day, amazing restaurants and shops around every corner, and a lovely, air-conditioned, spacious flat to come back to when we needed a break from it all. The hosts were so responsive and helpful - including when we had a minor situation and they came over to help right away! Very grateful for their attention and care.
5.0 / 5.0
Very nice place and great location, the host was very helpful, we do recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Just next to Galata tower, you step outside the stairs and there you have Galata. Spacious 3 BHK apartment with nicely done modern kitchen, 2 bed rooms are good size, middle one is slightly small but with queen bed,.\ 2 full bathrooms, one includes hammam as well. Apartment is well maintained and almost all basic requirements are provided. Access to terrace on 6th floor is icing on the cake, its very idle for good photo shoots of Galata tower in background and also of the scenic Istanbul, Hagia Sophia, Blue mosque, and other attractions and sea coast. Good restaurants, grocery stores, gift shops are nearby. Superb hosts, very responsive. Proactively provided recommendations, dos and dont's which are very helpful for tourist. There is a small pocket size book in collection for daily use of Turkish language and also two Istanbulkart - this is very thoughtful. Would highly recommend the place and hosts, everything was simply superb.
5.0 / 5.0
Our stay at Petraki 3 was wonderful, starting with Taşkın greeting us at the apartment, thru our whole stay. Very responsive and answered our questions on places to go that were more local.
Amazing location!
5.0 / 5.0
Great place to stay. Very nice hosts. We immediately felt like home. I would definitely book this place again.
5.0 / 5.0
My experience was great with them, they were very helpful and their place was very beautiful and the stay was lovely
5.0 / 5.0
This is a really charming property, full of character in a brilliant location. Very easy to visit all the sites either by walking or on public transport. There are loads of cafes and restaurants all within walking distance. There’s an excellent artisan bakery just a few steps away which sells the most delicious pistachio bread - a must! The views from the terrace are absolutely stunning. It is a lively area but this just adds to its charm. I would recommend taking advantage of the taxi service from the airport. Tarkan was at the apartment to welcome us and was really very helpful throughout our stay. I highly recommend a visit.
5.0 / 5.0
Host communicated very well, Nice roof top views, close to great restaurants.
5.0 / 5.0
Great place to stay, so close to Galata Tower. We had great time.
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent stay!! The apartment is as described, very pleasant, very clean! Julia and Tarkan are thoughtful, responsive and attentive! We had a great stay with the family! The location is perfect!! I highly recommend this listing!!
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing place and hosts! You have the galata tower next to you, and you get the same view from the roof terrace
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic location, very spacious, clean, and comfortable apartment in the heart of the Galata district; the view from the rooftop terrace is equal to the view from the top of the Galata Tower, but without the lineup :)
5.0 / 5.0
The apartment could not have been in a better location. Right next to the Galata Tower with heaps of restaurants in the area. Great!
4.0 / 5.0
Pros:
-Steps from Galata tower
-Walkable to great restaurants, cafes and shopping
-Plenty of well-equipped space, high ceilings and large Turkish-style marble bathroom
-Beautiful panoramic view of the city from the rooftop
-Great communication and assistance from Team Istanbul
Cons:
-Common space in building not well maintained or clean, especially the rooftop and outdoor furniture on the rooftop
-Air conditioning units in bedrooms only, not central
-No clothes dryer
Overall the location and space make it a good value for families and groups. Would certainly return.
5.0 / 5.0
Met from taxi and shown around flat, manager responded to texts really quickly, good local restaurant recommendations. Flat was clean and tidy and perfect location for visiting city .
5.0 / 5.0
We were four friends trsvbeling, and we had an amazing stay at the apartment. The location is right in the city center - with the veiw of Galata tower outside the windows, and from the rooftop terrace. Around the apartment there are many shops and good resturants for both dining and drinks :)
The hamam bathroom were used every day!! I highligh recommend it :)
Julia and Tarkan we’re easy to contact and gave us many recommendstions for our stay in Istanbul.
We look forward to re-visit this beautiful city and would stay no other place than in this perfect apartment :)
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent location. A very good host. Flew in to IST and took the prearranged service. Stay was very good. Host was very responsive throughout. Highly recommend this place.
5.0 / 5.0
Our family of five adults and one baby were very comfortable in this apartment. The accommodations were very good. The manager was very responsive to any needs and the apartment was very clean. We enjoyed our stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location .. Right next to Galata Tower.. the host were extremely helpful.. they gave us not just the house to stay but also great recommendations for food, shopping etc. this was our best trip ever…
5.0 / 5.0
Tarkan and Julia, our hosts, have thought of everything to make this apartment comfortable for our group of 6. We used the airport transport service--first class experience and convenient, highly recommend. Tarkan greeted us for a brief orientation to the warm and cozy apartment located just next to the Galata Tower. The view from the rooftop terrace gave us a panoramic 360 view of Istanbul. The Galata neighborhood was quaint, with lots of cafes and shops. A short 10 minute walk across the Galata bridge brought us to all the magnificent history of Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Roman Hippodrome, Basilica Cistern and Grand Bazaar. Also, there we caught the Bosphorus River Boat Tour, and then disembarked on the Asian side to explore those neighborhoods. We were very happy with our choice in the Galata neighborhood -- the apartment is centrally located to all the amazing sites, sounds and tastes of Istanbul, fully equipped kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine, comfortable beds, and responsive hosts. Thank you, Tarkan and Julia!
5.0 / 5.0
Great apartment. Good location. Loved the hamam bathroom. We’ll-equipped.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic views especially for the new year fireworks at roof top terrace!
Very comfortable for the whole family. Loved the kitchen, wish had done more cooking but so many good cafes around and we loved trying Turkish food! Tried the apt’s Hamam bath after a long day out. Was great for my tired body.
Thank you Julia and Tarkan and Apt Manager Taskin for being great hosts!
5.0 / 5.0
Situated in one of the most vibrant spots in the city, this apartment, met and exceeded our expectations. Along with the location and livability of the apartment, the communications with the owner and apartment manager were the best we’ve ever experienced on Vrbo. Five adults spending four days in Istanbul couldn’t have been happier with the residence we rented.
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent location. Very responsive to any question. Beautiful old property with wonderful amenities. We were on the first floor which was nice since we only had to carry our luggage up one level, however, since we were on the first floor the street noise was a bit loud in the evenings — but the street does not have cars, so once the shops closed, it quieted down. We also arranged several tours through Istanbul Place — we enjoyed each one immensely. Excellent all around! Hope we can come visit again.
5.0 / 5.0
We loved staying here! Location was amazing, right next to the Galata Tower! so many restaurants and shops as soon as you walk out! Apartment was absolutely beautiful and spacious with a great modern kitchen! Would definitely come back!
5.0 / 5.0
We stayed 3 nights in this great apartment. Historic buildings, with charm and great area. Right by Galata Tower. Metro nearby, cool restaurant vis-a-vis (Pepos). Own hammam in the apartment and very charming furniture. Julia and Tarkan are very friendly and helpful. We will definitely come again.
5.0 / 5.0
My experience was absolutely amazing! Beautiful apartment in the heart of the city. Walking distance to attractions, shops, and restaurants. Host team have been very welcoming and accommodating. I really hope next time I’m visiting Istanbul, this property is available.
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing location. We have stayed multiple places during this trip, and this was hands down the best. Perfect combination of location (which really was amazing - whether you’re two single guys like us or have a family) and comfort.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location
Excellent customer service and availability
5.0 / 5.0
Very, very nice! Everything is great!
5.0 / 5.0
Stunning. Couldn’t ask for a more perfect place to stay and experience Istanbul.
5.0 / 5.0
This place is lovely and super well located. It’s right behind the galata tower, lots of cafes and restaurants around the area. Apartment is spacious and has everything you need on handy. Super recommended.
5.0 / 5.0
Grate place! Unique! Location is amazing! I will recommend this place to everyone!
5.0 / 5.0
Location, Location! Plus the rooftop views.
What a great location. You are in the heart of the restaurants and shopping area. Salt Bae is 2 minutes away, the Tower is at your doorstep, and the neighbor is lively at night. The host was responsive and helpful. Everything was great.
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful historic apartment in great location
We had a wonderful time. Tarkan was an attentive host and his apartment is very special. Very spacious, well appointed, oozing with local charm. The location is unbeatable, mere steps from the Galata Tower, a busy tourist attraction in a very lively neighborhood.
5.0 / 5.0
Great place to stay.
Great location, please to stay and lovely area. Thanks for hosting me and being ready to respond to any question I have.
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome Location, Apartment has everything you need!
We loved the Galada location, it helped us to become part of Galada, part of Turkey. It was great to walk to fun restaurants, market near by, music, fun atmosphere. Our apartment was very well stocked and comfortable. We hated to leave!
2.5 / 5.0
Beautiful place, Fantastic location and the host was most gracious. We had a wonderful few days at this apt. Thank you
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic
Beautiful place, Fantastic location and the host was most gracious. We had a wonderful few days at this apt.
Thank you
5.0 / 5.0
Great hosts and great area
My 15 yr old son, 21 yr old niece, and me stayed at this property for three weeks to work/school remotely. The property was perfect for the three of us - clean and near the hip Pera neighborhood. All the major sights were across the Galata Bridge, about. 40 minute walk. Lots of great restaurants in the area. The taxi from the airport cannot take you right to the property. I was nervous about that, but luckily the manager met me where the taxi dropped me off. That was a huge relief. The apartment was clean and as pictured. The hosts provided a binder with lots of helpful information. The WIFI was adequate for our needs. The WiFi only really works right close to the router, so we did our work and school at the dining room table. The bedrooms were air conditioned which was awesome on hot days. The kitchen had all the basic tools needed. The terrace is at the top of the building is shared. Unfortunately we could not enjoy it - the few times we attempted to use the terrace, it was completely trashed with broken glass and garbage. Not at all the fault of the owner, but it seems there are careless/rude other occupants of the building who don’t care about others. We were disappointed we could not use the terrace. My only other suggestion would be to provide a map/instructions of the transit system. We were provided a transportation card but were never really able to figure out how to use it. Overall, we were very pleased with our stay and with the high level of communication provided by our hosts and would recommend the property highly to other Istanbul travelers!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Istanbul?
The average price for a rental in Istanbul is R 903 per night. This rental is R 4,848 above the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Private hamam, space, style, views in Galata!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Private hamam, space, style, views in Galata! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Private hamam, space, style, views in Galata!?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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