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Balat Residence

Guesthouse with a coffee shop, near Eminönü Square

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Welcome to a charming rustic-style establishment with a welcoming entrance featuring a wooden door and large windows.
Compact kitchen with microwave, sink, and countertop, featuring light cabinets and a checkered tile backsplash.
Kitchen features a gas stove, microwave, and sink with a faucet, set against a checkered tile backsplash.
Enjoy a casual meal in this inviting dining area with a table set for two and a selection of kitchen essentials on display.
Work from a brick wall and wooden desk, with a comfortable bed and a nearby table with a lamp.

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Balat Mah Hizir Cavus Koprubasi Sok, No 5 Balat - Fatih, Istanbul, 34087
  • Galata Tower
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Grand Bazaar
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Taksim Square
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Istanbul (IST)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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Room options

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Standard Double or Twin Room

  • 280 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Grand Penthouse | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Grand Penthouse

  • 441 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Superior Apartment, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Apartment, Multiple Beds, Refrigerator

  • 441 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Large Twin Sofa Beds

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Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

  • 388 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Apartment | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Apartment

  • 441 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Located in Istanbul City Center, Balat Residence is within a few miles (5 km) of popular sights such as Galata Tower and Grand Bazaar. This 16-room guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like 24-hour room service, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Galata Tower - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Istiklal Avenue - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Taksim Square - 6 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Edirnekapi Station - 2 min drive
  • Beyoglu Station - 3 min drive
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪More Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Karaköy Kahvesi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pianto Coffee - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Rincon Cubano Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fındık Kabuğunda Köfte - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Balat Residence

Guesthouse with a coffee shop, near Eminönü Square
At Balat Residence, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and free newspapers. If you drive, self parking is EUR 7 per day, and there's also an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. This guesthouse also has laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and LED TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Refrigerators, microwaves, and electric kettles are also standard.

Languages

English, Turkish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (EUR 7 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: EUR 7 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 12

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 7.00 per person
  • Self parking fee: EUR 7 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 12
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).
Property Registration Number 2022-34-1998

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Balat Residence Apartment Istanbul
Balat Residence Apartment
Balat Residence Istanbul
Balat Residence Istanbul
Balat Residence Guesthouse
Balat Residence Guesthouse Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Balat Residence?

This guesthouse is situated in Istanbul City Center, just steps from Golden Horn. You'll also find Grand Bazaar and Galata Tower within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Balat Residence?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 7 per day with in/out privileges.

Does Balat Residence include a casino on the premises?

No, Balat Residence doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Balat Residence?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Balat Residence good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this guesthouse, including around-the-clock room service and premium bedding in each accommodation with some featuring sea views.

Does Balat Residence have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Balat Residence feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Balat Residence serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Will Balat Residence allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Balat Residence.

Are there connecting rooms at Balat Residence?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Balat Residence?

The closest major airport to Balat Residence is Istanbul Airport (IST), which is 24.2 mi away (46 minutes by car). Another top airport is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), which is located 28.8 mi away (70-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Balat Residence?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Balat Residence.

Balat Residence Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 18 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.2/10

Staff & service

2.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Salem farag H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My experience was handled extremely well. The location is superb and the staff were very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Bayhas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Needs a lot of improvement

The location is good. Other than that, the service is very bad. We expected daily house-keeping which hasn't happened. we expected free coffee and tea which also didn't happen. After using the washing machine we were told there are fees for using it, although never mentioned before

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super Hôtel !!!

Super séjour à l'hôtel avec vue sur la mer. Le personnel est très sympa et accueillant. La chambre est propre avec climatisation, wifi et frigo.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Faruk

Die Dusche ist kaputt, braucht behebung des Mangel, und zwar der Platz der Dusche ist sehr eng.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

6/10 Okay

Cagri

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ciddi bir tadilat ve yenilenmeye ihtiyacı var

Otel Balat'ın merkezi konumunda. Ama o kadar... Otel oda ve banyosu rutubet kokuyor. Banyo tesisat ve ekipmanı çok eski. Odalar ciddi bakım ve tadilat istiyor. Alt katta Cafe işletiyorlar. Sağolsunlar bir iki kez çay ikramı yaptılar. Ancak dışarıya kahvaltı vermelerine rağmen otel müşterilerine bu opsiyonu sunmuyorlar. İnternet ilanlarında ücretsiz otopark görünüyor, ancak bunun expedia'nın hatası olarak görüyorlar. Mecburen dar sokaklarda otonuzu park edecek yer arıyorsunuz hep beraber.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

C

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dishonest manager! Directeur malhonnête !

French: Séjour très bref ! L'hôtel est étouffant le directeur de l'hôtel est un homme très malhonnête. Il a également refusé de nous rembourser le séjour alors que mon père pour des raisons de santé ne pouvait accéder à sa chambre (qui était au 4ème étages sans ascenseur)! Établissements à éviter les photos ne correspondent pas à la réalité ! L'hôtel est dans une petite rue difficile d'accès. Et une odeurs pas agréable au étages des chambres. ----------------------------------------------- English : Very short stay! The hotel is stuffy The hotel manager is a very dishonest man. He also refused to refund the stay while my father for health reasons could not access his room (which was on the 4th floor without elevator)! Establishments to avoid the pictures do not correspond to reality! The hotel is in a small, difficult to reach street. And an unpleasant smell on the floors of the rooms. --------------------------------------- Turc Çok kısa kal! Otel havasız Otel yöneticisi çok dürüst olmayan bir adamdır. Ayrıca babamın sağlık nedenlerinden dolayı (4. katta asansörsüz olan) odasına girememesi durumunda konaklama ücretini iade etmeyi reddetti!   Resimlerden kaçınmak için yapılan kuruluşlar gerçeğe uygun değil! Otel, küçük, ulaşmak zor bir sokakta. Ve odaların katlarında hoş olmayan bir koku.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Pakize

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Balat residence'da balatli gibi tatil

Aile sicakliginda profesyonel hizmet. Istanbul'u tadini cikarak gezmeniz icin ideal bolge. Odadaki eksiklikler dile getirdiginiz an gideriliyor. Yeme_icme, gezi, tur, ulasim vb konularinda tecrube suzgecinden gecmis pratik bilgiler veriliyor. Ideal konum, ideal otel. Gulumseyin yeter.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

elif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Deneyim

Güler yüzle karşılandım beklediğimden daha iyi. Butik sevimli ve samimi tavsiye ederim.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel in a charming neighbourhood

Nice and clean little apartment with sea view. Basic, but ok furniture. Super nice location in the lovely district of Balat. Loads of cafés and restaurants around the hotel. 3 minutes to walk to the Balat harbour, and then a 20 minutes ferry ride to get to the middle of Istanbul (Karaköy). Great to start the day with a boat ride! Only thing we missed was a visit in the room to change towels and remove garbage now an then. Balat is a super charming neighbourhood, like a village in the metropol, and Balat residence is a great pleace to stay when visiting Balat and Istanbul.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

ümit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Berbat!!

Gece 12 gibi otele giriş yaptık. Rezervasyonumuzun olduğunu belirttik iki görevli vardı rezervasyonu evlilik cüzdanımızın olup olmadığını sordu bizde olmadığını belirttik. Evlilik cüzdanımız olmadigi icin (ve muhtemelen odayı daha yüksek bir fiyata sattıkları icin) bizi almamakla birlikte kovdular ve yetmiyormuş gibi erkek arkadaşımın üstüne yürüdüler ve biz ne yapacağımızı bilmeyerek otel aradık. Böyle bir işletme olamaz! Konakladığınızda gösterdikleri güler yüze inanmayın! İnsaniyet namına bir şey yok bu işletmede. Her şeye para gözüyle bakıyorlar. Ve bunu bulduğum her yere yazacağım!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

silvana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ottima scelta

Area e albergo caratteristici.personale gentilissimo. A cento metri dalla fermata di molti bus
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice residence, nice area also, Balat is like a village in the middle of the city, near the sea (that I could see from the window of my room.) I am very happy of that choise.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Deniz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Balat'taki evimiz :))

Çok keyifli bir yer. Evimizde hissettik, her konuda yardımcı oldular, son derece sıcak bir ortam. Yer çok merkezi ve güvenli, Balat'ta görülecek gidilecek yerlerin merkezinde. İlk fırsatta tekrar ziyaret edeceğiz. Perfect location in the very center of Balat, safe too. Family business; the hosts help with everything. We will visit again at first chance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ahmet, mardin,izmit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

işkenceyi dinlenceye çevirme :))

istanbulda işin bittimi dönmeyin bence :) benim gibi önce eyüp sultan a ziyaret ordan fatih eminönü derken trafik işkencesi çekip benzini,zamanı trafik çilesiyle harcama yerine geçin balat tın bu şirin tarihi otelline hem dinlenin hem biraz kestirin,,hemde trafik çilesinin bitmesini bekleyin ve öyle yola çıkın inanın daha huzurlu ve rahat biryol ve seyahat sizi bekliyor... ben artık hep öyle yapıcam,,tam bir aile oteli olan balat rezidance yi tercih edicem sanki istanbulun 200 sene evvelini yaşıyorsunuz... şimdiden iyi tatiller.