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Balat Heritage Close to Iconic Spots

Balat Heritage Close to Iconic Spots

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Welcome to Torch!
You will have restful nights leading up to well-energized mornings here.
It is the perfect place to enjoy the homey atmosphere and dazzling look.
Our apartment combines the glamour of history with the comfort of modern times.
For a memorable journey through time with home comfort, book now!

Overview of Balat Heritage Close to Iconic Spots

Reviews
6.0 out of 10
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7100 sq m

Popular amenities

Explore the area

Map
Istanbul
  • Popular LocationGalata Tower4 min drive
  • Popular LocationTaksim Square5 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrand Bazaar5 min drive
  • AirportIstanbul (ISL-Ataturk Intl.)23 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Balat Heritage Close to Iconic Spots

The footprints of majestic history and significant civilizations are scattered through this city and Balat is one of the neighborhoods that is housing many of them proudly. So a vacation here will feel like a travel through time. And our comfortable and conveniently-located home Torch will be the time machine that will guide you into a fantastic journey. It is surrounded by the world-famous iconic houses and hip spots of Balat. Book now and start your conquest of Istanbul!

Key Features:
-Located in the old town
-Historic building
-Proximity to various attractions in the Golden Horn
-AC
-WiFi

Home Truth:
-Please note that the room on the bottom floor can have damp. There is a dehumidifier that needs to be emptied from time to time.
-We kindly request you to be cautious since the apartment is historic and old.
-Please do not throw toilet paper or anything in the toilet.
You will have the entire apartment to yourself. Both the kitchen and bathroom will be equipped with all essentials. Clean bed linen and towels will be provided.

We will be at your service from the moment your flight lands. You can reach us 24/7 and we happily answer any of the questions you may have. We aim to provide the best possible experience, through an individual approach, to all our guests during their stay.

Balat is one of the unique neighbourhoods on the European Side of the city famous for its narrow cobbled streets and colorful houses as well as the hipster cafes and galleries in the area. This neighborhood offers plenty of opportunities to explore the city through many ways; you can enjoy taking a walk in the colorful streets, visit historical buildings or walk around the coast line. You will be near cultural and historical centers such as the Greek Ecumenical Patriarchate basilica, synagogues, and Byzantine churches that reflect the multi-cultural structure of the city.
If you are wondering how to best discover the beautiful city of Istanbul, think no more! Our apartment is conveniently located with easy access to public transport links, stores and restaurants.

Home truth: As indicated in the photos, only specific rooms are equipped with AC. Not all rooms have air conditioning.

Please be informed that we will not be able to confirm or process your check-in safely without your ID registration. As a result, it's most likely that you might face severe constraints and disruptions during your stay if you fail to meet this requirement prior to your check-in.

COVID-19 NOTICE FOR OUR GUESTS

Cleaning procedures
We completely understand our guests’ concerns about the cleaning process before their visit. We are fully aware of the importance of keeping our homes safe and hygienic. Therefore, we updated our cleaning policy to clarify any doubts our guests might have. Our cleaning personnel is constantly informed about the guideline updates. You can contact us to provide you with the full list of guidelines regarding our cleaning policy.

Our cancellation policy
We know how difficult and unpredictable it has become globally to travel from one place to another. Therefore, we have updated our cancellation policy making it flexible for unexpected changes. We also allow reservation date modifications; we expect our guests to notify us as early as possible so we can help them out swiftly.

Guest reservations
We believe that fighting against the virus is a shared responsibility. Hence, we kindly request our guests to use protective gear such as face masks and gloves before their arrival and dispose of them properly following their check-in.

*As the information we provide here is of utmost importance, please provide a line in your message to indicate that you have gone through these.*

Amenities

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Istanbul

Located in Istanbul, this villa is in the city center. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Galata Tower and Blue Mosque. Pierre Loti Tepesi and Vialand Tema Park are also worth visiting.
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Istanbul

What's nearby

  • Istiklal Avenue - 3 min drive
  • Galata Tower - 4 min drive
  • Süleymaniye Mosque - 4 min drive
  • Taksim Square - 5 min drive
  • Grand Bazaar - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Beyoglu Station - 3 min drive
  • Edirnekapi Station - 3 min drive
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • İncir Ağacı Kahvesi - 1 min walk
  • Balatte - 1 min walk
  • Çikolata Değirmeni - 1 min walk
  • Cafe Naftalin K. - 2 min walk
  • Popstel - 1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Balat Heritage Close to Iconic Spots pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

6.0
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6.0/10

Cleanliness

4.0/10

Check-in

2.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Andreas B.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Mixed experience
At first we tried canceling our stay. Vrbo was not the agency it was originally listed through, so vrbo couldn't help. Missafir, the turkish agency was mostly unresponsive, untill I decided to not cancel anyway, as I was not sure I would het my money back. So we went, Balat is a great place to stay, colourful and lively. When we arrived, we discovered that the host apparently forgot or chose not to turn the heat on, so the first 24 hours we had walk around in our jackets and sleep with our clothes on. I managed to turn on the boiler for the heating system, and when that was in order, the place was fine. The toilet on the bottom floor stank of sewer though, and filling wash, shower and toiletbowl with water did not help. We closed the door and one of our kids slept down in the basement - and was kind of ok doing it - it only stank a little.. The apartment was mostly fine, the beds were not very good. We really recommend staying in Balat, but this apartment is not really recommendable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Your host

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What makes this property unique

Living room:
-Sofa
-Armchair x2
-Coffee table
-TV
-Dining table
-Chair x2

Kitchen:
-Fridge
-Dishwasher
-Stove
-Oven
-Microwave oven
-Kettle

Bedroom 1:
-Double bed
-Wardrobe
-Bedside table x2

Bedroom 2:
-Double bed
-Clothes rack

Bedroom 3:
-Double bed
-Single bed
-Dresser
-Clothes rack

Bathrooms:
-Shower cabin
-Lavatory

Other amenities:
-Dining table for 6
-Washing machine
-AC
-WiFi
-Iron
-Hairdryer
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