The host Delara and Quentin are absolute treasures; they combine personal hospitability with professional hosting perfectly. Delara organized our airport pickup beforehand and Quentin welcomed us personally and helped with luggage. Any questions you might have Delara answers within minutes. She can organize excursions, official tour guides (very helpful!), Ottoman cuisine tastings (Delicious!), Istanbulkart, phone service …. anything you’d like help with in magical never sleeping Istanbul.
The location in the heart of Galata is in the middle of hustling and bustling Beyoglu - you exit the door and enjoy all Istanbul has to offer, cafes, restaurants, shopping, art, and of course history. Everything you want and need is within a stone throw including easy clean and safe public transportation (Metro, Tunel down to the Galata bridge).
The apartment is spotless, everything is in excellent working order, and it is very nicely furnished. The top floor loggia is perfect for having a cup of morning coffee, relaxing and watching the ships crisscrossing the Bosphorus. What a view! The view comes with the price of climbing up the stairs to the 5th floor - so worth it!!!
I looked at hundreds of Airbnbs in Istanbul and can not imagine a better choice! Thank you, Delara and Quentin for making this experience so fantastic!🙏💕