Taksim la Marino Hotel

The biggest drawback is the soundproofing, which is a common issue with serviced apartments. You can clearly hear people walking in the hallway and doors opening and closing next door. Last night, I could hear the low hum of my neighbor's TV until midnight. If you're sensitive to noise, I highly recommend bringing earplugs.

This hotel is absolutely amazing, can I give it a 10 out of 10? 1. **Location:** Super easy to find, and the owner was incredibly welcoming and helpful. It's also very close to Taksim Square and Istiklal Avenue. 2. **Environment & Hygiene:** Absolutely fantastic! We booked a deluxe twin room, and it was like a suite – we each had our own space, plus there's a balcony which is very smoker-friendly. 3. **Service:** No need to doubt it! We wanted to eat watermelon every day and borrowed a knife from the owner every single time :) It was a truly memorable stay. I hope to have the chance to visit again. A big thank you to the owner for all their help. Highly recommended! And it's quiet for sleeping too.

The hotel's location is pretty good, and the owner and staff are really nice, always greeting you. The air conditioning works well and there's plenty of hot water. However, the air in the basement isn't very good; there's a strange smell that drifts in.

This hotel boasts an excellent location. You can easily reach the vicinity of the hotel from the airport by metro, as it's right by Taksim Square. There are plenty of dining options and convenience stores nearby. The hotel offers great value for money. I highly recommend staying in Istanbul's European side, especially around Taksim.

The hotel isn't far from Taksim Square, but it's quite a trek if you're lugging suitcases up and down the hills. The rooms were clean, but I doubt the two rooms combined were 55 square meters. The front desk staff's English was limited, so communication was mostly through gestures. They advertised a kitchen and cookware, but there was no stove or pots, so it was pretty much useless.