Idylle Hotel

1. Location - very near to Gulhane tram station and main attractions were within walking distance. 2. Breakfast - spread was nice and coffee was good. View was superb overlooking the sea and city. 3. Room - complete facilities, just a little bit small but this is expected around this area.

Location is perfect, tram T1 station is next to the entrance of the hotel and if you walk a little bit, you can take Marmaray. 10 minutes walking, and you are on both sides, Eminonu or Sultanahmet. Breakfast at the terrace is good, you have varieties to choose and eat and you can enjoy Bosphorus view. Area is safe, calm and nice and you have many restaurants and coffee shops near hotel.

The LOCATION is perfect, the hotel is literally next to the Gulhane tram station. We booked a deluxe family room for four nights, everything was in order, fenomenal view of the main street. Although the street is very busy, the isolation is excellent and there was no noise. The room is clean, spacious, comfortable. King size bed, top quality mattress. The staff is very pleasant, ready to help in any way and at any time. I especially emphasize the cordiality and professionalism of the general manager, who was kind especially to our little girl who hugged him as if they had known each other for years. The employee Driele in the restaurant helped us every day, she speaks excellent English, cheerful and positive. She was at the service of all guests with a smile. The reception staff were also very kind to us. We got free parking in front of hotel. The breakfast that was included in the price was decent. There was a variety of food, just a little advice to include egg omelette type food, hot dogs and slightly less seasoned fried potatoes and the like. Most people from our area eat an omelette for breakfast, especially children.

The location is great if you want to be in the heart of the old city. Noise was not an issue, and it really could have been in this part of the city. I think I can say it was relatively quiet with windows shut down and it wasn't too noisy when they were open. Parking on the street in front of the hotel is possible and this is also great and super convenient as driving through the old city can be nightmarish. There was a working elevator. Card access to the room. I didn't use the wi-fi so no idea about this. The room was ok although it could benefit from better maintenance. If a broken handle or a small barely noticeable spot doesn't get to your nerves, it's fine. The hotel staff are friendly, polite, and helpful, and I thank them for this.

We really liked everything. If you want to stay in the center of Istanbul close to all the attractions, then this is the best option in terms of price and quality. We arrived before check-in time and were checked into our room without any problems. There were some problems with a broken shower head, which was fixed as soon as we called. Otherwise everything is fine. Very clean, the room was cleaned every day. There was water constantly. Separately, I would like to draw your attention to the delicious breakfast, we have been to many places in Turkey and the food here is really varied and tasty! Another special thanks to the very friendly and attentive staff!