A much-loved, stylish apartment on the 2nd floor of a grand 19th century building near Galata Tower. Cosy and atmospheric with exceptional interior design.
Sash windows overlook the characterful streets below - you'll feel you're experiencing authenticity across time.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 341588
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Istanbul
Istanbul City Center, a neighbourhood in Istanbul, is home to this apartment. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Istiklal Avenue and Grand Bazaar. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Tupras Stadium or Rams Park. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 61 min drive
Restaurants
Barnathan Roof - 1 min walk
Cafe Le Banc - 1 min walk
Galata Frida House Cafe - 1 min walk
Galata Kahvesi - 1 min walk
Vitamin Shop - 1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is 19th century boho style in trendy Galata street pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 19th century boho style in trendy Galata street?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 19th century boho style in trendy Galata street?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 19th century boho style in trendy Galata street located?
Located in Istanbul City Center, this apartment building is steps away from Istiklal Avenue and Galata Tower. Bosphorus and Galataport are also within 15 minutes. Sishane-Zemin Metro Station and Beyoglu Station are within a 5-minute walk.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Lovely property with helpful and charming hosts! Great location with lots to explore and easy access to other places! Love the music stores in the street and the used booksellers down stairs!
Farah U.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Asya Y.
5 Nov 2025
The apartment is very cozy and clean.
The apartment is very cozy and clean. I would definitely come back next time!
Asya Y.
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10/10 Excellent
Luke B.
2 July 2025
Great location, lovely place
Great location, lovely place, host was friendly, checkin simple
Luke B.
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10/10 Excellent
Janine J.
17 Aug 2025
A fantastic location and we loved the style of the apartment!
Highly recommend this listing! It was in a fantastic location and we loved the style of the apartment. Great stay!
Janine J.
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10/10 Excellent
Eija H.
7 July 2025
Very clean and well equipped.
Great appartment in a great location. Lots of space and super nice deco. Very clean and well equipped. We rrally enjoyed our stay!
Eija H.
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10/10 Excellent
Chris N.
23 Sept 2025
The apartment is gorgeous and well renovated
We had a wonderful stay at Julia’s house. The apartment is gorgeous and well renovated to capture its original charm. Galata is a great area to stay in. Julia’s Apartment is one street from the busy-ness in a peaceful interesting street right above a fantastic Book and Record Store. Everything was perfect for a fun and fascinating stay in Istanbul. Thank you Julia and Tarkan!
Chris N.
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10/10 Excellent
John R.
8 Sept 2025
Great neighbourhood
Exactly what we wanted for 3 nights, having spacious rooms and lounge for family of 4 adults. Decor was great. Restaurant recommendations by email were terrific. I even asked for a haircut recommendation!! Great neighbourhood and enjoyed the great breakfast at Cafe Tivoli !!
The apartment was large, clean, and well decorated. The location was prime - close to major attractions, great restaurants, and shopping. Staff were friendly, welcoming, and communicative. My family and I enjoyed our stay.
Edris S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Keith M.
21 June 2024
Great location with great hosts
Great location with great hosts, recommend for anyone that wants to stay in the heart of the city!
Keith M.
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10/10 Excellent
Hugh B.
24 June 2025
A really nice vibe to the area.
We found this apartment to be perfect for us when visiting our son in Istanbul. Located close to the Galata Tower it made everywhere easily accessible. And with both the metro and funicular also close by, when you’ve walked around hilly and hot Istanbul all day, it’s nice to make it easy to get home!!! The spade is perfect for 2 to 4 people, and a really nice vibe to the area.
Hugh B.
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10/10 Excellent
Heidi Z.
27 Jan 2025
Great amenities and responsive hosts.
Awesome apartment, right near Galata Tower, great amenities and responsive hosts. Large space, comfortable for family of four, would highly recommend.
Heidi Z.
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10/10 Excellent
Rodney A.
18 May 2025
Ideal for a trip to Istanbul
The unit, the neighbor, the proximity to the high street, the tram, are all ideal for a trip to Istanbul. There is market around the corner, and shops for all needs of a long stay. The hosts are proactive with communication and helpful with suggestions.
Rodney A.
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10/10 Excellent
Hernan M.
11 Feb 2024
Comfortable, equipped and quiet.
Comfortable, equipped and quiet. It's a very good place to spend a few days. Very close to Restaurants and places to visit. Highly recommended
Hernan M.
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10/10 Excellent
Kim B.
24 Apr 2024
Amazing location and authentic surroundings
Amazing location and authentic surroundings. The interior fully corresponds to the description and photos. This apartment gives a complete immersion in old Istanbul.
Kim B.
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10/10 Excellent
Mahsa I.
2 Sept 2023
Full of taste and charm
I loved the place! Looked exactly like the photos, and full of taste and charm. Super helpful check in and out process also. Always responsive to questions. Would stay again for sure!!
Mahsa I.
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10/10 Excellent
Matvey D.
30 Nov 2023
The apartment was very clean
Julia and Tarkan are great landlords, the apartment was very clean and fancy. Their hospitality made our stay in Istanbul great!
Matvey D.
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10/10 Excellent
Chelsea T.
31 Aug 2024
Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend!
The apartment was beautifully appointed, and very centrally located. It worked so well for our family of 3, we could walk and take public transport everywhere we wanted to go. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend!
Chelsea T.
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10/10 Excellent
Steve P.
11 July 2023
Perfect location for everything, steps away from Galata Tower, restaurants and market.
Very wonderful stay. This place is everything you could ask for. Perfect location for everything, steps away from Galata Tower, restaurants and market. Tarkan and his manager are easy to talk to and very helpful. They let us take this apartment as a last minute reservation request.
Steve P.
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10/10 Excellent
Peter (Pip) C.
18 Apr 2024
An excellent place, very clean, comfortable, and equipped with everything
An excellent place, very clean, comfortable, and equipped with everything that could be expected and more. Julia and Tarkan were very accomodating about changes to our travel plans, and the taxi pickup to and from the airport worked brilliantly. Despite us being late the cab driver waited >45 minutes! Highly recommended!
Peter (Pip) C.
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10/10 Excellent
Wendy J.
29 Apr 2024
Whole-heartedly recommend staying in this beautiful home and neighborhood.
We loved our three-night stay at Julia and Tarkan’s home and felt so fortunate it was available. We arranged our airport pickup through them and it was a painless process after lengthy overnight flight, as well as return airport transport. Photos were accurate of this very stylish, immaculate, and comfy flat, with bedding and towels high quality as one would expect given the fine aesthetic throughout. Julietta immediately responded to our few questions and her restaurant suggestions were terrific and varied. I can’t imagine a finer intro to this most vibrant city and whole-heartedly recommend staying in this beautiful home and neighborhood.
Wendy J.
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10/10 Excellent
Sofi F.
16 Jan 2025
We loved the rooftop with a beautiful sea view
Julia was an exceptional host—friendly, welcoming, and helpful. She greeted us warmly and made us feel at ease from the start. The house exceeded expectations. It was spotless, especially the bathroom, which is a top priority for me. As three women traveling, we felt safe and comfortable throughout our stay. The interior was cozy and well-designed. Though the house is on the second floor with no elevator, bringing up our luggage was no problem. We loved the rooftop bench with a beautiful sea view on the left—perfect for enjoying wine and the scenery. The kitchen was fully equipped, and Julia was always responsive and went above and beyond to assist us. I highly recommend this apartment and would definitely stay here again!
Sofi F.
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10/10 Excellent
Anne-Sophie L.
4 Nov 2025
Appartement très bien décoré
Appartement très bien décoré, emplacement idéal avec beaucoup de petits cafés, hôte très réactif. Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés !
Anne-Sophie L.
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10/10 Excellent
Emin P.
29 Oct 2025
You can feel the vibe of history
We stayed here for 2 nights with my friends. Place is amazingly beautiful, you can feel the vibe of history. It is nicely renovated. Also place is walking distance to lots of historical places. Transportation is so easy, terrace is amazing. Host also provided us Istanbul card for public transportation which was so helpful. Thanks Julia and Tarkan
Emin P.
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10/10 Excellent
Andrea M.
29 Oct 2025
Wonderful historical 'inner city' apartment!
Wonderful historical 'inner city' apartment set amongst narrow streets and a vibrant community with restaurants, shops, bars and local sights. comfortable, roomy bedrooms and living areas. Excellent roomy kitchen and lounging area. There are 2 flights of steep stairs so not suitable for those not able to climb the stairs and port luggage etc. Great opportunities to reach other areas of Istanbul. Of note the Galata Tower literally a minutes walk away as well as the Pera Palace Hotel (for Cocktails, High tea and channeling your inner Agatha Christie). Manager available to contact to help with any requests, information or issues (we had none). Thoroughly recommended.
Andrea M.
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10/10 Excellent
Anastasia S.
10 Oct 2025
The terrace is a cool bonus, we have watched sunsets from there.
We loved staying at Julia's place. It was exactly as described, very clean, spacious, comfortable beds and pillows, the terrace is a cool bonus, we have watched sunsets from there. Location is super close to Galata, lovely cafes around. And communications with Julia was perfect, always fast and very helpful.
Anastasia S.
About the host
Hosted by Julia and Tarkan
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