Sea Sparkle

We had a comfortable stay.

8.0

Good location: plenty of grocery stores, places to eat, pharmacies, public transport, historical places nearby. We attended a wedding at a restaurant that was just 3 min away on foot, so it was perfect for us. Nice and clean. Spacious bathroom. Looks like the photos. Most basic necessities: hair dryer, iron, functional and well stocked kitchen (even had olive oil, vinegar, and salt for salads), dish and laundry detergents, AC, extra bedding. Well-insulated windows (much appreciated as there is a mosque next door).

− A little difficult to find at first, no signage. We had to go back down to the office to ask for the wifi password. A gentleman from the restaurant on the ground floor helped us, but the Wifi connection was weak, kept vanishing. Larger towels would be appreciated. We got just one bath towel, the other two were only slightly larger than hand towels (3 guests total). It would be nice to have a little broom and dust pan, so guests can keep the floor clean, especially if they’re staying for several days. Narrow staircase; not accessible for people with disabilities; not convenient if you have a baby stroller (luckily we didn’t bring ours).

Outstanding!

10.0

Had an amazing stay at Seasparkle!! The host was wonderful and very welcoming as well as always helpful. Key collection was fast and easy. The surrounding area is extremely beautiful, many shops, supermarket, restaurants and Bosporus right there!!

− Nothing!

Amazing flat, in an amazing location. Our best stay in Istanbul.

10.0

This is a gem of a place. The flat itself is spacious enough, with new fixtures and furniture. The location is excellent, with the Bosphorous just at the end of the short road, and a number of restaurants right there, as well as a mosque. The flat is above their fish restaurant, and alll the workers at the restaurant were friendly.

− The only small issue we faced is that we got dust allergies from something. The flat itself was very clean, so I'm wondering whether it was the blanket over the sheets. Sometimes blankets are not washed as frequently as the sheets. Another suggerstion is to give details of the free wifi. I thought there was no wifi because there was no visible modem in the flat or instructions about how to access it.

Guest review

10.0

One of the best places we’ve stayed! The owners were very kind and provided excellent customer service. We felt very safe, and the location was fantastic—an easy walk along the waterfront with many restaurants and ferry/water taxis just steps away. The restaurant downstairs was excellent. The apartment had everything we needed. The kitchen was well stocked, the washing machine was wonderful, and the enclosed glass balcony was perfect for morning coffee and drying clothes. The king-size bed was very comfortable, the Smart TV was a nice bonus, and there was plenty of space for our luggage. The bathroom was spacious with a full-size shower. We would definitely stay here again.

− The only drawback is that it is upstairs with no elevator, which can be difficult with heavy luggage. Highly recommended!

Great

10.0

We had an amazing stay at this Airbnb. The apartment was spotless, very clean, and equipped with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. The host and staff were incredibly friendly, welcoming, and always willing to help. The location was perfect; right by the Bosphorus with beautiful views and easy access to the waterfront. There is an excellent restaurant directly underneath the property, and plenty of nearby facilities including restaurants, supermarkets, cafés, and a masjid, all within walking distance. It was also an ideal base for exploring the Asian side of Istanbul, with convenient transportation options and easy access to charming neighborhoods nearby. Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Istanbul.

Wonderful accommodation and kind hosts!

10.0

Location was perfect for us. The sea view is beautiful and the area is easily reached by public transportation. We really enjoyed staying on the Anatolian side of Istanbul and hope to do so again in the future!