The footprints of majestic history and significant civilizations are scattered through this city and Balat is one of the neighborhoods that is housing many of them proudly. So a vacation here will feel like a travel through time. And our comfortable and conveniently-located home Torch will be the time machine that will guide you into a fantastic journey. It is surrounded by the world-famous iconic houses and hip spots of Balat. Book now and start your conquest of Istanbul!

Key Features:
-Located in the old town
-Historic building
-Proximity to various attractions in the Golden Horn
-AC
-WiFi

Home Truth:
-Please note that the room on the bottom floor can have damp. There is a dehumidifier that needs to be emptied from time to time.
-We kindly request you to be cautious since the apartment is historic and old.
-Please do not throw toilet paper or anything in the toilet.
You will have the entire apartment to yourself. Both the kitchen and bathroom will be equipped with all essentials. Clean bed linen and towels will be provided.

We will be at your service from the moment your flight lands. You can reach us 24/7 and we happily answer any of the questions you may have. We aim to provide the best possible experience, through an individual approach, to all our guests during their stay.

Balat is one of the unique neighbourhoods on the European Side of the city famous for its narrow cobbled streets and colorful houses as well as the hipster cafes and galleries in the area. This neighborhood offers plenty of opportunities to explore the city through many ways; you can enjoy taking a walk in the colorful streets, visit historical buildings or walk around the coast line. You will be near cultural and historical centers such as the Greek Ecumenical Patriarchate basilica, synagogues, and Byzantine churches that reflect the multi-cultural structure of the city.
If you are wondering how to best discover the beautiful city of Istanbul, think no more! Our apartment is conveniently located with easy access to public transport links, stores and restaurants.

Home truth: As indicated in the photos, only specific rooms are equipped with AC. Not all rooms have air conditioning.

Please be informed that we will not be able to confirm or process your check-in safely without your ID registration. As a result, it's most likely that you might face severe constraints and disruptions during your stay if you fail to meet this requirement prior to your check-in.

COVID-19 NOTICE FOR OUR GUESTS

Cleaning procedures
We completely understand our guests’ concerns about the cleaning process before their visit. We are fully aware of the importance of keeping our homes safe and hygienic. Therefore, we updated our cleaning policy to clarify any doubts our guests might have. Our cleaning personnel is constantly informed about the guideline updates. You can contact us to provide you with the full list of guidelines regarding our cleaning policy.

Our cancellation policy
We know how difficult and unpredictable it has become globally to travel from one place to another. Therefore, we have updated our cancellation policy making it flexible for unexpected changes. We also allow reservation date modifications; we expect our guests to notify us as early as possible so we can help them out swiftly.

Guest reservations
We believe that fighting against the virus is a shared responsibility. Hence, we kindly request our guests to use protective gear such as face masks and gloves before their arrival and dispose of them properly following their check-in.

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