I absolutely loved my stay here! The hotel has a charming old-style atmosphere, yet it’s very comfortable and exceptionally clean. The family who runs it is incredibly warm and welcoming, which made the experience feel even more special. The garden is beautiful and the breakfast was amazing — fresh, generous, and full of local flavors. I highly recommend this place, especially for longer stays. For sure I will be back!

Stayed in August 2025

Excellent

Stayed in July 2025

Nice location, good restaurant, great breakfast

Stayed in May 2025

HEY, ALL SMILES!! I LIKED EVERYTHING HERE!! VERY HAPPY! THANKS SO MUCH! so here are some notes for fellow travelers...as I type too much and out of room in above section. The hotel has great suggestions for all side of the city and how to get around. Gulsah and Vedas are also available easily via WhatsApp for any questions. And they have restaurant suggestions in Uskudar and Kadikoy (in Kadikoy it is a foodie mecca, I took a foodie tour with friends on both sides of the city earlier in my trip, and Kadikoy has tons of options). It is easy to get to Istanbul's other sides from here via ferry (I used the available hotel's Istanbul Transport card), so one day I walked to the Uskudar ferries and went across to the New City to explore including the Istanbul Museum of Modern Art. Another day, I walked down the hill to see Kuzguncuk Uskudar area with its colorful old homes plus the nearby shops and cafes on the leafy pleasant avenue. I had fresh squeezed orange juice at a garden nursery/breakfast cafe along the way. Then I continued over to see the Beylerbeyi Palace and walked back up the hill to return to hotel. Might be too much walking for some, but there is plenty of transportation options and the hotel has great instructions for getting around. One day I used hotel transport card for bus line 12A to/from Kadikoy to spend most of my last day there (I was there earlier on my trip while on a foodie tour with friends). I also explored areas of Kadikoy that were more local. This Hotel will help with booking a ride back to airports if necessary. I decided to let them book taxi for me to IST airport which was helpful (I paid taxi driver direct) rather than using the app. (Brief outline of my trip: I stayed initially in the Old City, then flew to Trabzon, then returned to Old City at another hotel to be near visiting friends, then flew to Izmir for Sirince and Selcuk (Ephesus) , then my final stay here.) I WANT TO RETURN HERE!! :)

This hotel was perfect!! Very friendly and helpful. Gulsah was so very helpful with logistics and suggestions for what to see, how to get from here to there, and where to eat locally. I previously had stayed at two hotels in the Old City, and this was my final Türkiye Istanbul stay (after flying in via Izmir from my Sirince/Selcuk visits). My total trip was 3 weeks, at this hotel for 4 nights. A very comfortable, clean home/hotel with traditional decor from the family, wonderful architectural details... it all lent to a friendly, quiet ambience. My bed was super comfortable and I slept so well. I had the top floor bedroom (lots of winding stairs to my room but it did not bother me, and is part of the inherent architectural character). The room had pleasant neighborhood views above the garden. My room also had a balcony terrace that I didn't use as the nights were cooler during my stay and I was out most of the day. I booked this hotel based on reviews and was interested in the Asian Side of Istanbul. A neighbor of mine here in LA is from Istanbul and suggested the Asian side, and as I had previously stayed in the Old City, to try it for a more local feel. I loved this quiet location and the hotel. The included breakfast in the cafe downstairs was perfect. I purchased lunch here, and also a delicious dinner one night. I highly recommend this hotel! I felt so comfortable, and Gulsah and their team were very friendly and helpful and great conversations with Gulsah that reconfirmed how much I like travelling. Plus their suggestions (more I describe below) and it is easy and nice to take a ferry across to the other side of the city. While I was "travel-tired" after three weeks and not looking forward to my long return direct flight to LA California, I also did not want to leave as I felt the good energy here at this hotel. And so, someday I must come back! I WANT TO RETURN and stay here again!! Thanks so much!!

Stayed in May 2025

Overpriced rooms, the staff was distant and not attentive with us. They made us wait 10mins with no explanation. Breakfast was way too simple for the price.

The hotel is in a nice area. The café is very beautiful and the house as well.

Stayed in May 2025

I loved the atmosphere and the very caring staff, they really looked after us. loved the breakfast and freshly brewed coffee ☕. My wife and love cats and we miss ZubZub the most loveable cat in Istanbul 😺

Stayed in April 2025

Everything was perfect.

Such a Beautiful House. Loved our stay there it was magical. Breakfast was excellent and we had that in their cafe which is in the grounds of the suites. We ate in the cafe mostly and the food was very good. The owners made us very welcome and were kind.

Stayed in May 2025

Beautifull hotel the rooms are beautifully renovated! The owner are very welcoming and ready to help out with anything needed! The hotel is located in a great area in walking distance of spots with excellent view on the Bosphorus. The hotel was very easy accesible by public transport. I enjoyed alot my stay and would warmly recommend it and hapily come back next time! The traditional turkish breakfast in their wo derdull garden was a delight and a plus to the already great stay!!

Stayed in May 2025

That question doesn’t quite apply here—it simply doesn’t fit the situation.

"I longed for a stay steeped in Ottoman charm, and this quaint little haven answered that call. Wrapped in greenery and graced with timeless design, the house felt like a dream etched in wood and stone. From the moment we passed through the welcoming door, wandered the serene lobby, and entered our room, every corner whispered beauty and left memories blooming in its wake."

Stayed in April 2025

Was a beautiful accomodation. An old house really well preserved. I loved the host and their hospitality. Food was delicous. I totally recommend it

Stayed in March 2025

Excellent personnel, location is great for those interested in exploring Uskudar, very clean and good fast in design.

Stayed in April 2025

Nothing

Beautiful traditional house, kept with love and hard work.

Stayed in March 2025

Everything was great!

Great breakfast, excellent service cute room, what's there not to love?

Stayed in March 2025

Just be sure you are comfortable about the location. It is a little out of the central areas and up a hill. We knew this was the case and enjoyed seeing a bit more of a typical neighbourhood and experiencing daily life. However for shorter trips or those who don’t want to travel much it might not be suitable. However regular buses to the seafront run almost immediately outside down the hill and then you can enjoy the romantic ferry journey across the Bosporus.

The property is a beautiful historical home with many original period features retained in the rooms and building. The garden and modern cafe next door are a wonderful contrast to the historical building and a lovely setting for breakfasts. Speaking of, the breakfast is delicious and incredibly generous - setting you up for a big day of site seeing. The staff were all so welcoming and so kind, allowing us to leave our bags at the hotel after check out to explore the city.

Stayed in November 2024

it's a historic home so the odd creak of wood can be heard. I am a light sleeper so usually need complete quiet.

everything was wonderful about my stay. the room, the linen service and character of the home. the cafe is also fantastic with a delicious breakfast

Stayed in December 2024

The place was very cozy and the staff very friendly and exceptionaly sweet..the breakfast was really good and we enjoied every bit of it..although it opens at 9 and i had to leave for my meetings earlier the host was kind to preper my meal the night before and leave it in myroom..she even gave me her istanbul kart for bus transportation that made my trip alot easier.. there was house keeping services as well..and the host was very helpful and mindful all through our stay

Stayed in November 2024

Friendly staff, good location; and room was amazing

Stayed in November 2024

1. The breakfast was average, as I was expecting to have an authentic Turkish or Ottoman-style experience. 2. I had to extend my stay due to unforeseen circumstances, and they offered me a room in a separate garden building. Unfortunately, there was a noticeable damp smell, and smoke constantly drifted in from the garden.

I stayed 2 nights in the suites. I loved the nostalgic charm of the house and room. They maintained the authenticity with antique furniture, which was a lovely touch. Staff was very helpful.

Stayed in October 2024

Nothing.

It was one of my best stays in Istanbul. Great location, friendly staff, beautiful, authentic building and comfortable rooms. We also enjoyed very rich Turkish breakfast served.

Stayed in September 2024

Staying in an old Ottoman house is so special.

Stayed in August 2024

Not applicable

It is a beautiful property built at the end of the Ottoman era. A family home and a family run business together with the cafe. Everyone was very friendly and extremely helpful too.

Stayed in June 2024

Everything!

Stayed in July 2024

They didn’t replace the towels other than that its perfect!

It literally felt like home , it was super cosy and warm , the staff were really welcoming and helpful, beds were super comfy and the breakfast was delicious, the location was perfect in front of krurçeşme bus station and I recommend you visit kuzgunçuk its really fun and great for taking photos its in walking distance from the hotel.

Stayed in July 2024

I wish the breakfast could start a bit earlier. Be also mindful that the prayer starts at 4:30 am and you might be a bit surprised but the Imam had a great voice so I didn't mind it after all.

I can't express how happy and grateful I am for this beautiful place! People were very welcoming and helpful, they were waiting for me until late. The decoration is exceptional, I felt like I was getting hosted by a traditional Turkish house. The cleaning was great, everything was spotless. I wish I could spend more nights there, I will definitely go back. It's pretty obvious that the owners love what they do and they have put so much love and attention to every detail!

Stayed in July 2024