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Big Apple Hostel Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey - directions
image image image image Big Apple Hostel Istanbul is one of the newest and coziest hostels in the city. located in the heart of old Istanbul ,Sultanahmet. A few minutes away from Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace, Spice Bazaar, Hippodrome and the Blue Mosque.
Customer Ratings
Overall Average: 86.0%
Atmosphere 86% Staff 86%
Location 96% Cleanliness 80%
Facilities 80% Safety 89%
Fun 86% Value 86%
Customer Reviews: What did customers like about Big Apple Hostel Istanbul?
Displaying 61-90 of 125 comments
the terrace, the central position. Not so clean..
9 May 2008
The hospitality of the staff was wonderful and welcoming. They were very friendly and helpful in directing us as to where to go to get the most of our trip to Istanbul. Great chats about the world at reception over sweet cups of tea!
6 May 2008
staff, guests and position
5 May 2008
people i met
4 May 2008
The only problem is that it was some works
2 May 2008
free internet and the people were friendly plus the breakfast
29 April 2008
being close to everything you want to see and the staff who will organise things for you willingly
29 April 2008
The location was awesome. The staff were friendly.
28 April 2008
friendly staff and convenient location. also there were fantastic instructions on how to reach the hotel from the airport that were invaluable.
27 April 2008
well, it was all very good actually. From the roomsto the staff to the location
23 April 2008
location. staff were really good
21 April 2008
We really enjoyed our stay at Big Apple. The people were really friendly, breakfast was great, and you can't beat the location. I would definitely stay here again.
19 April 2008
Very good price, especially because the pair of us had a four bed room mostly to ourselves. Staff very helpful (immediately sorted an ant problem in our room, arranged pickup for us from sabiha gokcen airport), breakfast is included and the place is very clean. There was a slight issue with the drainage one day (the water went off) but it was fixed fairly quickly (you get what you pay for really). Everyone staying was very nice but would definitely not describe it as a party hostel. It's just off one of the main touristy streets in that area so is ideal for sightseeing, restaurants etc. As two girls we didn't feel too threatened walking around there at night (though would recommend being close to home by around 10). All in all would tell other people to stay there.
14 April 2008
The location was great for the Hagia Sofya, Blue Mosque, and General Shopping Areas Staff was very friendly and hospitable, and even though our original reservations were messed up they helped us find an equally matched place to stay
31 March 2008
The location is fantastic - it's close to everything in Sultanhamet - the Blue Mosque and the Aya Sophia are REALLY close. The facilities themselves are poorly done, and the water supply is spotty.
24 January 2008
very nice staff
11 January 2008
It was inexpensive and quite nice.
9 January 2008
Rooms cleaned daily, great staff.
8 January 2008
consistent hot water would be nice
7 January 2008
This was a recommended location; we stayed for over 10 days without any problems. The staff cleaned the bedsheets any day (on demand or whenever somebody moves on), they arranged travel, breakfast every day. The other travelers were also fun: talkative Brit, globetrotting Irish, adventurous New Zealander, eager Chilean, quiet Americans, open-minded Polish, and passing-through Swedes. Best location, and we have already passed along this place to 2 friends from school; one enjoys it, the other wished she checked her email first! The staff is very friendly (Ismail, Pasha, Ercan, etc) and they are very understanding should you need help (directions with taxi driver) or hospital company (even in the middle of the night).
6 January 2008
Location . Helpfully staff . Bar open late .
4 January 2008
the guys are extremely helpful, providing everything from advice on travel and safety to low priced beers at night or a handful of coffees in the morning. vibe was excellent and very conducive to meeting other guests and sharing a night out. not too noisy if you want to relax for the day too. brilliant spot.
31 December 2007
I think that the best in this hostel was the real turkish hospitality from the staff and the great view from the terrace each morning. thanks a lot and i hope that we will come back soon.chok saal.
26 December 2007
Very friendly and helpful staff
22 December 2007
When we arrived, the staff made sure we were comfortable and offered us a cup of tea. We had booked the cheapest beds, in a large 14-person dormitory, but they gave us our own room anyway. Staff was always very friendly and helpful; when I return to Istanbul I will stay here again.
15 December 2007
The staff was great, the little rooftop bar was nice, and the breakfast was really nice.
11 December 2007
cheapest hostel in istanbul, but you get everything the more expensive hostels provide. the staff is great, those guys are REALLY friendly and VERY helpful (especially if you're a cute female.. hahaha! but they are nice to everyone!) THEY REALLY SHOW TRUE TURKISH HOSPITALITY. nice lil' breakfast and tea every morning. and the location of the hostel is perfect, literaly 1-2 minute walk to all the big touristy sites and to the tram. + many good cafe's and restaurants on the same street.
5 December 2007
Great location and wonderful employees!
30 November 2007
Really laid back, friendly atmosphere.Clean. No troubles
26 November 2007
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Hostel features  
Ratingv 86%
Breakfastv free
Bed linenv free
Towelv free
Airport Pickup v costs 25.18*
Luggage Room v free
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