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Marmara Guesthouse Reviews

15 / 2 Sultanahmet, Akbiyik Caddesi Terbiyik Sokak, Istanbul, Turkey

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93%

Really friendly and family atmosphere. I Would recommend to anyone. Only thing is the walls are a bit thin and the locks a little noisy - but that's hostels for you.. The breakfast was great and typically turkish with lots of choice and the free tea and coffee was welcome. The owners can't do enough for you - very friendly and recommended places to go an see. Service was excellent.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 03 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 31-40
  • (1 review)


100%

Nice staff, fresh and delicious breakfast, very clean, just excellent!!!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 03 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


96%

This hostel was amazing. The location alone is worth every penny. In the summer time it must be magnificent! I was there during the winter when it was snowing but it was still a gorgeous view during the free breakfast. The staff wakes up at any hour to welcome you in, and then the atmosphere is welcoming and they are more than happy to assist you in your sightseeing.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 12 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)


90%

Great location, good breakfast and very friendly, helpful staff. Simple facilities, all you really need and very clean.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 12 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Couple 31-40
  • (1 review)


100%

I will book it every time when i visit istanbul

  • Novice Nomad
  • 10 Jan 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


96%

Very nice hostel, very friendly and helpful staff. Whenever I come back to Istanbul, I'd stay there again.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 22 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Male 41+
  • (2 reviews)


100%

The owners are really great people and they provide a wonderful service, not to mention gourmet level food. We were very pleased with our stay and intend to stop there again the next time we are in Istanbul.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 18 Dec 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Couple 41+
  • (5 reviews)


100%

Excellent service all-around. The rooms and other facilities were VERY clean. Breakfast was great every morning. The staff was very helpfull. Would recommend to anybody wanting to stay in Istanbul for a few days or more.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 28 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)


93%

My friends and I loved our stay with Marmara Guesthouse! The location was amazing; right in the heart of old Istanbul, close to the Blue Mosque and Aya Sophia. Since we were only staying there for 3 nights, it was extremely important that we were in a location close to the attractions. The woman that checked us in was very warm and hospitable; we felt like we were staying at someone's house! The breakfast in the mornings were lovely and had a nice selection.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Nov 2011
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 18-24
  • (1 review)


100%

WE HAD AN EXCELLENT STAY AT MARMARA GUESTHOUSE. ELIF, THE OWNER, WAS VERY KIND AND HELPFUL. THE HOTEL WAS CLEAN, COZY AND VERY WELL LOCATED. BREAKFAST WAS VERY GOOD AND THE TERRACE VIEW WAS AMAZING. WE LOVED OUR STAY THERE AND WOULD RECOMMEND IT TO ANYONE WHO WANTS TO GO TO THE BEAUTFUL CITY OF ISTAMBUL. WE HOPE ONE DAY WE WILL BE ABLE TO GO BACK THERE AND STAY AGAIN AT MARMARA GUESTHOUSE.


96%

Excellent location. Beautiful rooftop terrace where we enjoyed a hearty breakfast. Would def stay here again!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Female 25-30
  • (1 review)


93%

Central, clean and safe, with very good breakfast on terrace overlooking the water. The owners are very hard working and friendly people who do their best to help every visitor to get the most out of the stay in Istanbul! Ideal place for people who are looking for a home away from home, even the older ones, but one must be able to walk stairs, as the terrace with view is on top... This is not a party hostel, but a decent guest house.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Oct 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Female 41+
  • (5 reviews)


93%

Extremely comfortable guesthouse with recently renovated bathrooms. The staff were very friendly and happy to help with every enquiry. Fanastic location close to major sights.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 20 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • Female 41+
  • (3 reviews)


100%

A warm, welcoming guest house with a warm, welcoming staff. The location is ideal; the staff extremely helpful; the guest house is quiet and excellently situation within 5 minutes walk of both the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Wonderful roof terrace overlooking the Sea of Marmara. Good breakfasts. I hope to stay there again.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 19 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Germany
  • Male 41+
  • (3 reviews)


100%

Gorgeous family run place in the heart of the best district in Istanbul. We were so well looked after it felt like we were staying in a home. Very highly recommend this place - they go out of their way to make you feel safe and very happy!!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 01 Sep 2011
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Female 31-40
  • (5 reviews)


90%

Fantastic hotel - the roof terrace for breakfast and relaxing during the day is brilliant.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 27 Aug 2011
  • Anonymous
  • Scotland
  • Couple 18-24
  • (1 review)


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  • 03 Feb 2012 (93%)
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