Upside Apartments is a recently renovated condo hotel in the center of Istanbul, a 7-minute walk from Galata Tower and 0.6 miles from Istiklal Street. Featuring sea and river views, this condo hotel also comes with free Wifi. The accommodation features an elevator and a concierge service for guests. All units at the condo hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a bidet, slippers, and a hair dryer. A dishwasher, a microwave, and toaster are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the condo hotel, units include bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the condo hotel include Taksim Square, Taksim Metro Station, and Spice Bazaar. The nearest airport is Istanbul, 22 miles from Upside Apartments, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.8
High score for Istanbul
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  • Zulanan
    Singapore Singapore
    Central location. Turn left walk along Istikal for 5 minutes. On the left is Sishane Metro and on right. the F2 Fenikular train. A comfortable stay. Will stay here next time here.
  • Joyce
    Canada Canada
    Upside Apartment will forever have my heart. It’s my second time in Istanbul and I got to stay at upside again. I was lucky enough to get the exact same room you can image that I felt right at home. I left a review in June 2023 but I have to leave...
  • James
    United States of America United States of America
    The apartment was clean and bed was very comfortable and the restaurant downstairs was very convenient when we were hungry. The view was amazing. The bathtub in the room of the penthouse was very romantic. Tv with Netflix already on it, Great...

Managed by Upside Apartments

Company review score: 9.2Based on 170 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We are a young and modern hospitality business accommodated nearly a thousand of happy guests over the last few years. Our passion is to help you unlock the ultimate travel experience starting at your suite expanding to the city throughout your stay. Once you walk into one of our apartments, what you will experience is not a traditional, small and cold hotel room, rather a warm welcome and that familiar, comfortable feeling of home. From furniture and décor to city and sea view, every apartment is designed thoughtfully to make your stay memorable. From the moment you complete your booking to the moment you check out and even after, we are at a call or text message away 24/7 to assist you with any kind of concierge needs or emergency you may have. We always appreciate a casual chat over a complementary cup of coffee and share some of our favorite local tastes and experiences in town. Book your stay with us today for a wonderful experience in this majestic city, Istanbul!

Property info

Would you like a perfect stay at the hearth of Istanbul's historic peninsula? This booking offers fully equipped design apartment with a bedroom, bathroom and a spacious living room. Located right on the the famous Istiklal Street, you will find historic places, prestigious museums, night life, public transits and more just beside you. With a restaurant cooking delicious meals downstairs, daily cleaning service and assistance for all kinds of concierge needs, this apartment is to make your vacation memorable!

Neighborhood info

This property is located on the most beautiful part of the famous Istiklal Street, between Mesher Exhibition Space and Santa Maria Roman Catholic Church, at a 10 minutes walking distance away from the Taksim Square. In addition to endless cafes, restaurants, bars and stores, you will find the prestigious Pera, Salt and Istanbul Modern museums as well as the largest Soho House in the world right beside you. It only takes a beautiful 5 minutes walk through the historic Beyoglu streets to the Galata Tower, the oldest defense tower of Istanbul built in the 14th century. Topkapı Palace, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia, Grand Bazaar and all the other must-visit historic beauties of this majestic city is only 15 minutes away by car and 25 minutes by public transit. For an unforgettable Bosporus tour or a casual visit to the Asian side of the town, it only takes a 10-minute walk to the ferry port. Last but not least, you will find the true local night life experience just around the corner.

Languages Spoken

English,Russian,Turkish

Area info

Amenities of Upside Apartments
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Elevator
  • Heating
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Mosquito net
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Food & Drink
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Transportation
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Miscellaneous
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Safe
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Russian
  • Turkish

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Upside Apartments takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 9 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
€ 7.50 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 8:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Upside Apartments of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 08:00:00.

FAQs about Upside Apartments

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Upside Apartments on this page.

  • Check-in at Upside Apartments is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Upside Apartments offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Upside Apartments is 1.6 miles from the center of Istanbul. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The prices at Upside Apartments may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Upside Apartments can accommodate this group size:

      • 2 guests

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Upside Apartments has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 1 bedroom

      For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.