Ahmet Efendi Evi

Very cute place

Pros: Very friendly staff, waited for me when I arrived late. Cute house, clean, comfortable and close to everything.

Cons: It's very noisy. There is no sound isolation and many people from all over the world on different jetlegs means a lot of stuff going on trough the night/morning. You hear it all. Spotty WiFi.

Very nice stay

Pros: very beauty house; central location close to the historical sites ; host is super nice

Cons: Shower pressure is low in our room. But it is understandable as it is a 300 year old house.

Fantastic hospitality and location

Pros: We had a wonderful stay at this charming boutique hotel in Istanbul. The host was absolutely amazing— warm, attentive, and always ready with helpful advice. He went out of his way to assist us, even organizing transport to the airport, which made everything so much easier. The location couldn’t be better. You’re only a few minutes’ walk from the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, yet the street feels peaceful and welcoming. It was the perfect base to explore the historic heart of the city. Beautiful hotel, fantastic hospitality, and an unbeatable location —I’d happily recommend it to anyone visiting Istanbul.

Pros: Excellent location if you want to explore the city — you can reach everything on foot in about 15 minutes (walking slowly). The breakfasts are tasty, the furnishings are modest but everything is clean. The staff is great, and the hotel owner is a very kind person. For me, it’s perfect, especially since the hotel is meant to be just a place to sleep.

Cons: The only complaint I have is about the shower curtain — please, replace it with a proper enclosure.

Lovely place and people

Pros: Proximity of touristic area but in a quiet place Lovely and helpful people

Cons: A bit more air conditioning would be better

Visit famous places

Pros: Very nice owner, great accommodation and beautiful places around

Pros: Our stay at this house was truly unforgettable. The home itself was clean, comfortable, and perfectly located, but what made the experience exceptional was the host. She wasn't just an owner she was the best guide we could have asked for and one of those rare people you feel lucky to meet in life. From the moment we arrived, she made us feel welcome and went above and beyond to help us discover the real Istanbul not just the tourist spots, but hidden gems, local restaurants, and cultural insights you’d never find on your own. Her kindness, knowledge, and generosity turned our trip into something truly special. Highly recommend this place if you want to feel at home and experience the city with someone who genuinely cares about your experience. Thank you again for everything!

Pros: Friday staff. And very helpful. Location is amazing.

Pros: Great breakfast, location and helpful friendly host.

Cons: The bathroom was very small.

Simple but friendly hotel right in the centre of Istanbul for a good price

Pros: This is a small hotel, run by family members. The hosts were very friendly and gave very useful advise about using public transport including the ferries in Istanbul. There are no breakfast facilities, but we were directed to a municipal restaurant in the neighbourhood, which has very decent prices for this part of Istanbul and serves breakfast till 12.00, diners as well. The hotel has a modest price for this part of Istanbul and is very close to the historical centre.

Cons: The twin room was a bit small for 2 people, also the shower. The room was relatively simple, but clean. Only the location, just above the street turned out to be quite noisy during the night.