83%Moonlight Pension

the hostel was ok, its more like a pension and you don't see many other backpapers there as in a public area, so if u want to stay away from the noise in downtown Istanbul it should be ok. The shower didin't have curtains but it was clean.

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by mariano7537 – posted on Nov 16, 2008

6

very friendly, breakfast was ok, but you should not expect too much- for very hungry guys it is not enough at all...

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by janet9277 – posted on Nov 4, 2008

2

Location was great with a wonderful view of the Bospherous from the breakfast room. Staff were very helpful. We always felt safe because of the security.

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by odie5559195 – posted on Nov 1, 2008

2

This is simple, clean, no-frills hotel where the staff gives 200% to make visitors comfortable and provide help with all kinds of needs. The manager, Guer, is ready at any hour to help on all needs. His welcoming and supportive attitude made this feel like home in a strange city. Breakfasts... more This is simple, clean, no-frills hotel where the staff gives 200% to make visitors comfortable and provide help with all kinds of needs. The manager, Guer, is ready at any hour to help on all needs. His welcoming and supportive attitude made this feel like home in a strange city. Breakfasts included fresh eggs and there is always hot water.close

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by nancyk1231220 – posted on Oct 9, 2008

1

The four of us are very satisfied with this hostel. It has prime location, short walk from St Sofia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi and other interesting areas. Excellent service. We love Ugurt, too.

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by raden4801 – posted on Oct 9, 2008

1

Great staff (Mr Ugur!) always helping us out. Very Nice Pick up service from the airport (especially if you arrive by night). But normally people drive too fast!! The triple room had air-conditioning. Nice balcony for the breakfast. A nice and cheap option!

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by sarasportugal1550 – posted on Sep 3, 2008

1

We recomend this hostel as it's a nice one, clean, the staff is gentle, and it's in the center of Istambul (Sultanhamed).

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by ZerkC – posted on Aug 28, 2008

10

Very close to the Blue Mosque, with a wonderful view on the Bosforo. Quiet: the only "noise" is the muezzin song at 5 in the morning. Breakfast is typical turkish, good. Staff is funny.

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by Leo72 – posted on Aug 25, 2008

9

Fantastic location, very helpful staff and clean rooms.

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by nicolakenyon6000 – posted on Aug 22, 2008

5

This pension is in a great location. Staffing at reception was a little strange - you might feel like you are intruding on staff sleeping time, no matter what time of the day. Breakfast was the highlight of this hotel - great. Rooms were OK, mostly clean but not fantastic.

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by sarah-mengler3841 – posted on Aug 18, 2008

4

Nice pension on good location. Many points for the very helpfull and friendly staff!

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by wereldopreis – posted on Aug 9, 2008

5

Great location, very helpful staff

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by zoelouisewood3967 – posted on Aug 6, 2008

3

Very friendly and helpful staff! Nice location, perfect for sleeping and easy to get around.

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by cvijic3526 – posted on Aug 1, 2008

1

Concierge was really helpful with directions and safety precautions in good English. Clean bedroom with own toilet and shower, air-conditioning and CNN on TV. Stayed one week. Only hiccup, toilet wasn't flushing towards end of week.

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by montego7351 – posted on Jul 31, 2008

1

Nice hostal with excelent staff. Breakfast and towelservice included which is great. Rooms are nice and with aircon - ahh nice! The rooftop terrace could be a nice place to hang out with other travelers if it was made a bit more comfortable and cosy. good value for the money, I would go...

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by jacob4148 – posted on Jul 28, 2008

2

Great place. Very clean with friendly & helpful staff. Really not a hostel, more like a small hotel. Free Internet, decent breakfast, good views from terrace, great location & no rowdy backpackers coming in drunk at all hours of the night - good for us older folks who still like the... more Great place. Very clean with friendly & helpful staff. Really not a hostel, more like a small hotel. Free Internet, decent breakfast, good views from terrace, great location & no rowdy backpackers coming in drunk at all hours of the night - good for us older folks who still like the budget life, but find hangovers harder and harder to manage! :) If you're looking for a place to meet other travelers this may not be your best option.close

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by jonbst – posted on Jul 27, 2008

6

it was a lovely place. with nice terrace. excellent breakfast. friendly and helpfull staff. clean rooms...especially recomended for couples

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by serakb – posted on Jul 22, 2008

5

excelent location close to major tourist areas. Also close to bars and resturants without being situated amonst them . Nice views from the roof terace at breakfast and very helpful staff.

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by peelfamily6161 – posted on Jun 26, 2008

1

Rooms were big and especially clean. Breakfast included eggs, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta cheese and bread. Staff was very trustfull and helpfull. One of us got ill and they brought her tea and cared for her. They made calls for us. Most of the other hostels were at the main tourist... more Rooms were big and especially clean. Breakfast included eggs, tomatoes, cucumber, olives, feta cheese and bread. Staff was very trustfull and helpfull. One of us got ill and they brought her tea and cared for her. They made calls for us. Most of the other hostels were at the main tourist street. Our hostel was 1 min away and much more quiet for sleeping. It was the perfect choice.close

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by danielawolf9359 – posted on Jun 18, 2008

1

I recommend this hostel. Very nice staff. Very well located. Breakfast is good.

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by marcelofiuzagomes8106 – posted on Jun 4, 2008

4

good price,helpful staff nice terrace

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by kallescherer579 – posted on May 24, 2008

1

Very near to the old city centre. Blue mosk is a 5 minute walk. Staff was very frinedly and helpfull and gave us new tips every day. On the roof a beautifull terrace looking out over the Asian part of Istanbul and the beginning of the Mamara Sea. Excellent breakfast. Thanks for the service!!!!

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by neushoorn7954 – posted on May 5, 2008

5

Moonlight pension was the perfect accomadation for our trip; a simple but cozy room, a five-min walk to the main tourist attractions, an incredibly helpful and friendly staff, a good breakfast overlooking the water -what more can you ask for! tip: if you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs.... more Moonlight pension was the perfect accomadation for our trip; a simple but cozy room, a five-min walk to the main tourist attractions, an incredibly helpful and friendly staff, a good breakfast overlooking the water -what more can you ask for! tip: if you're a light sleeper, bring earplugs. this is an exciting city that never seems to be completely at restclose

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by em-lin – posted on May 1, 2008

1

Staff were very friendly and helpful. Sat us down with cups of coffee and gave us good tips on changing money and other useful tourist information. Room basic but with ensuite and very clean. Also nice and warm which was great as it was cold outside, they also have air con in the summer.... more Staff were very friendly and helpful. Sat us down with cups of coffee and gave us good tips on changing money and other useful tourist information. Room basic but with ensuite and very clean. Also nice and warm which was great as it was cold outside, they also have air con in the summer. Excellent location really near the blue mosque and main tourist sites. Good breakfast served on top floor with great views.close

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by swarburton7463 – posted on Apr 30, 2008

1

Very decent, inexpensive guesthouse in Sultanhmet - not recommended as an area if you want to stay in a tourist ghetto, but great for the historical sights. The place itself is tidy and efficient, staff friendly without being intrusive. Not a place for atmosphere or for community spirit, but... more Very decent, inexpensive guesthouse in Sultanhmet - not recommended as an area if you want to stay in a tourist ghetto, but great for the historical sights. The place itself is tidy and efficient, staff friendly without being intrusive. Not a place for atmosphere or for community spirit, but great if you just want somewhere decent to sleep while you get on with the sights. Breakfasts decent too (egg, cheese, jam, bread, tea).close

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by rlime176194 – posted on Mar 30, 2008

2

Great view over the sea of marama from the breakfast room. Breakfast ist very good. Internet is for free. Helpful stuff.

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by brosow – posted on Mar 28, 2008

7

Warm and welcoming staff, fabulous view from breakfast room, nice breakfasts.

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by jatain8056 – posted on Apr 29, 2007

6

Very, very clean and nice rooms. Fresh paint, tile in bathroom. Good breakfast served to you at a table each morning free. Nice service from the staff. GREAT location--just a few minutes walk from all the high points of Sultanahmet, and near restaurants and shops.

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by Amberb – posted on Apr 11, 2007

3

The staff here was great- very kind and interested in helping you.

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by janda177 – posted on Apr 11, 2007

1

good election for a few days in a cold rainy estambul: clean, hot water, central heating and great staff!

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by Rosaol – posted on Nov 13, 2006

1

This place was really nice and pleasant to stay in. The staff were really really friendly and helpful and made us feel very at home.

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by Emails4t – posted on Aug 31, 2006

7

This small hotel has simple ensuite rooms and offers excellent value relative to cost with no hidden fees. Great Mamara view from roof breakfast room and tiny sun terrace. Some rooms have partial water or Blue Mosque views too. Location a bit away from main tourist mob but still close and... more This small hotel has simple ensuite rooms and offers excellent value relative to cost with no hidden fees. Great Mamara view from roof breakfast room and tiny sun terrace. Some rooms have partial water or Blue Mosque views too. Location a bit away from main tourist mob but still close and convenient/ Best though; this place is exceptional for the friendly staff who are ever so willing to go out of their way to help with any matter.close

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by Worldtrave6896 – posted on Aug 27, 2006

6

Excellent location, not too expensive; all in all, a very good experience for the cost.

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by jwats2827 – posted on Aug 7, 2006

2