The hotel is located in a lovely building overlooking the Golden Horn. The building is four stories high and stands along some sort of a local express way (2x 2 lanes) that runs along the water. The buildings technology is more or less traditional and therefore you will have the feeling that traffic runs right through your room ; even... More

My partner and I really enjoyed our stay in the Balat Suite. The Polite and attentive behavior of the servers attracted us a lot for more stays if we travel Istanbul more times. The service and equipments were hygienic. The rooms were clean and spacious enough. God's blessings for the owners and servers and their business.

My wife and I stayed in the penthouse while our son and daughter-in-law stayed in a lower unit. Both units were bright and clean. The owner's neighbourhood tour allowed us to settle in quickly. Both he and the on-site concierge were very helpful. A few more pots, pans and utensils would have been good, but there was enough to get... More

The apartment was clean and spacious except for a small bedroom. Exc WIFI. You need to supply toiletries and kitchen supplies. Kitchen minimally provided. Safe and secure. A helpful non English speaking "concierge" is available. Location is great depending on what you need. Twenty minute walk to old city sights and Ataturk Bridge. Nearby excellent restaurants. Interesting but poor neighborhood.... More

The pictures of the view from the covered balcony were what made me decide I had to stay here, and I have absolutely no regrets! Specific points: --the apartment was clean and well equipped. --the neighborhood just behind the building is easy to navigate and authentic Istanbul while still being welcoming to tourists (sandwich shops, grocery stores, bakeries, butcher, pharmacy)... More

My husband and I enjoyed a fabulous month in the Penthouse suite in March /April 2010. All our dealings with the owner both prior to and during our stay were prompt and professional and he was exceedingly accommodating and kind in every way! The resident caretaker was also a gracious man who assisted us with any daily needs and the... More

Beware: Filyos Residence seems like an good place to live while visiting Istanbul, but there are a number of drawbacks. First of all, the residence has a rodent problem. My finace and I kept our top-floor apartment extremely clean, but every morning for two weeks we had clean up the mouse turds in our kitchen and living-room. Second, the apartments... More