Murat and Chichi are such an adorable couple host. they were very helpful with our inquiries and very friendly. the room itself was quaint and clean and we appreciated that it was at the first floor and had its own balcony. we felt the privacy but also security. also, the place is just a few meters away from the famous colored houses. so you can take photos before the crowd gathers later in the day. also try to explore the more local feel of the city above balat. Draman, i think, is the name of the area. and eat and buy baklava at Osmanli Gaziantep baklavalari. about 200 meters walk up from this place. best baklava ever! you know its good when "Gaziantep" is part of the name of the baklava store. this area a world apart from the hipster vibe of Balat below this accommodation. overall, very highly recommended!

Chariz Philippines

Loved the location. Such a cute quirky neighbourhood with lots of cool coffeeshops, bakeries & cafes. The room was very nice, clean & quiet.

Hayley United Kingdom

Location, friendly approach from the owner. We loved staying at Fener Sweet.

Leyla United Kingdom

Your host Murat is such a nice guy. Accommodation is basically an en-suite room in his house in Balat. Fener ferry and metro, and bus stops are close by as are lots of cafes. On arrival in Fener I didn't know how to get to Fener Sweet so I just stopped by a coffee shop and they called Murat who came to get me for the 5/10 minute walk to his house. The neighborhood is typically Turkish so if you want everything pristine then this location is not for you but I loved it and the Istanbul transport system makes the rest of the city so accessible from here. I would recommend downloading MAPS.ME app and map of the region - this works without a wifi connection and made finding my way around so easy. Invest in an IstanbulKart and then hop on and off ferries, trams and buses throughout the city - this also made getting back to airport very easy - tram to Alibeykoy them Kagithane them airport - so easy.

Raymond United Kingdom

I had 2 stays in december. The first one alone, i felt very confortable at this place, like at home and it was important for me. They gave attention to me and i felt like being a part of family. Murat and his wife are very nice people, don't hesitate to communicate with them or Ask them if you have questions, need tips or information. They will do their best. The second stay was with my husband and we felt the same. Thank you for your hospitality. Rooms and bathroom are clean, the place is quiet. Beds are really good, mattress are good quality. The area is great, you can find a local life or more touristic places if you prefer. You just need to be aware that the area is not flat and need to do some exercice to go there but nothing impossible 😉

Flore France

Cozy family hotel in the old district Balat. Streets lined with cobblestones, old beautiful houses, small shops and cafe. There are no crowds of tourists or cars and it is very quiet. It's safe to walk even at night. The Golden Horn waterfront is a 10-minute walk. The room has everything you need. Very clean and tidy, warm. The hosts are very friendly and always ready to help. The upper floors have a kitchen, balcony and terrace. We are very grateful to the owners Murat and Chichi for their hospitality. On our next travel to Istanbul, we will stay only here!

Mikhail_blr Belarus

Everything. Murat was so friendly and accommodating.

Teresa Germany

Fener (where Fener Sweet is) is part of the old Balat, all colourful houses, cobbled stones and steep hills. The hosts, Murat and Chichi, are welcoming and very helpful. It is a quiet, residential area, though cafes and restaurants are within easy reach. Public transport is a 10 min walk away (bus, tram, ferry). I inherited the Istanbulkart (a must for all travel in town) from a previous guest and topped it up. The hosts suggested a good hamam nearby, which I thoroughly enjoyed, and also a couple of places off the beaten track (e.g.Pierre Lotti cemetery and viewpoint). The room may be small, but the bed is comfortable, the shower hot and plentiful, towels changed regularly and anything you need, Chichi/Murat will provide.

Maria United Kingdom

I found Murat to be extremely kind and helpful. Thank you.

Christine United Kingdom

The room is cosy with everything you might need, including a fridge. Nice clean bathroom and hot shower. Best of all is the host Murat - he is so friendly and helpful, and an amazing person to stay with in Istanbul. He gave me great restaurant and barber recommendations, helped out with laundry service, was always available to contact, and even helped me arrange football tickets at short notice. The neighbourhood is also a great mix - right next to Balat which is very popular and trendy with lots of cafes and restaurants and beautiful coloured buildings, and on the other side feels very local and authentic. I would return in a heartbeat.

Varun Australia