Don't be put off by the fact that taxis cannot find this hotel. Ever. The location is actually good for walking to lots of interesting sights and is well in reach of tram stations. My room was clean and warm - there were two heaters in the room and one looked to be newly installed. I never got up early... more

I stayed with 2 friends in 1 room for 3 nights. Location is very close to Blue Mosque and Hippodrom although it is very difficult for cabs to find the street which is tricky to find. Regarding the family who runs the business, we didn't find them really friendly or enthusiats about giving a good welcome to tourists. For example... more

We stayed recently and were hoping for a lot after some very good reviews on here. We didn't really enjoy our stay at the hotel at all, mainly due to the room itself and the inability or unwillingness to rectify our problems. The bedding provided was dirty, insufficient for the time of year - the room was quite cold -... more

We had a very nice stay at Mystic Hotel. The owners welcomed us warmly and they did everything to make our stay at their hotel comfortable. Breakfast at the balcony with a view over the Bosporus was great! Our room answered our needs. Mostly we were outside the hotel and saw a lot of Istanbul. Mystic Hotel is a very... more

We booked 9 months in advance and payed 25euros for a double room. Makes great value for money, and then you cant complain about the (relatively poor) breakfast. Rooms were decent but lacking a clean blanket. Shower was great, lots of hot water. Great service and helpful tips from the family. more

We chose this hotel because of the good reviews it has received from other travellers. We did not expect 4 or 5 star facilities, but we had a very comfortable stay, and the standard of service in this hotel is among the best I have experienced anywhere. The building is old, and the stairs are quite steep, so anyone with... more

Not your usual hotel experience, the Mystic is at the edge of the "touristy" section of Sultanhamet and your first impression of the streetfront may be a little daunting. Don't be put off. The location is ideal, and the view of the Marmara Sea over breakfast is beguiling. By the way, my first experience of breakfast in Turkey was at... more

The owner and family made us welcomed and very helpful with information. Perfect location to explore Sultanhamet and beyond on day trips. Breakfast with a lovely view over the sea of Marmora. Internet available through wifi. Hot water throughout the day. Peace and quiet during the night. transfer from airport easily arranged. We would use it again and again more

I stayed at the Mystic for 3 weeks while working in Istanbul. I had everything that I needed - good internet on each floor, plentiful hot water, peace and quiet at night, and a gorgeous view to look at over breakfast. Oktay and his family made me feel so welcome, at "casa mia", and expertly directed me around the city... more