Flats Company – Karakoy Apartment

Flats Company – Karakoy Apartment Overview

First Impressions

Walking into Flats Company – Karakoy Apartment, you immediately get that “I’m staying somewhere special” feeling — and honestly, it’s not just the sleek design. This four-star property sits right in the heart of Karaköy, which means you’re basically planted in one of Istanbul‘s most happening neighborhoods. The building itself has this perfect blend of modern comfort and Turkish character that actually works, unlike some places that try too hard to be trendy.

The Neighborhood Advantage

Here’s what I love about this location — you’re literally steps away from the Galata Bridge, which means those iconic Bosphorus views are a two-minute walk away. Karaköy has transformed into this incredible mix of art galleries, coffee roasters, and authentic eateries that locals actually frequent. You know what’s great? You can grab breakfast at a tiny Turkish café around the corner, then walk to the Istanbul Modern in about ten minutes. The area feels residential enough that you’re not constantly dodging tour groups, but urban enough that there’s always something happening.

The Space Itself

The apartment setup here is honestly perfect for anyone who wants more than just a standard hotel room. You get a proper kitchen — not some sad mini-fridge situation — which means you can actually cook if you want to. I mean, with the spice markets so close by, it would be a shame not to experiment a little. The beds are genuinely comfortable (apparently other guests agree, since the property gets consistently high marks for sleep quality), and the whole space feels like someone’s well-designed home rather than a corporate hotel.

Getting Around

Transportation from here is ridiculously easy — the Karaköy tram stop is practically outside your door, connecting you to both the old city and the modern districts. If you’re planning to explore Sultanahmet or hop over to the Asian side, you’re perfectly positioned. The ferry terminal is also right there, which gives you this amazing option to travel by water instead of dealing with Istanbul traffic. Parking can be tricky in this area (like most of central Istanbul), but honestly, you probably won’t need a car anyway.

Why Guests Love It

What really sets this place apart is how it manages to feel both local and comfortable — couples especially seem to get this, rating the location super highly for romantic trips. You’re staying in a real Istanbul neighborhood, not some tourist bubble, but you still have all the amenities you need. The staff knows the area well and can point you toward that little restaurant that doesn’t have an English menu but serves the best meze in the district. It’s the kind of place where you end up extending your stay because you’ve found your perfect Istanbul base.

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Reviews of Flats Company – Karakoy Apartment

• Amira from Hungary (9/10)

  The place is very good near to everything (transport, restaurants, monuments …)

• Miljana from Serbia (8/10)

  The apartment is good for it's cost. It's close to Galata tower, and the metro and bus stations are also close. It's got everything we were looking for – private bathroom, kitchenette, and it was very affordable considering how expensive Istanbul generally is. It was exactly how it looks in the pictures. The staff was really nice. Behlul gave us a very detailed explanation of how to get there, check-in and check-out, he did a really good job. Overall, it was a really pleasant stay!

• Δεληδομανιδη from Greece (7/10)

  Perfect for a short stay.

• Paul from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Great location. easy access to taksim and Sultanahmet and only 1 change when using public transport from either Istanbul havaliman or Sabiah Gocken. Very warm room and good price. Great communication from staff about how to find and access property.

• Jan from Czech Republic (9/10)

  Surprisingly spacey and affordable apartment. Great locality to explore both Galata and Karakoy as well as the historical peninsula.

• Kumi from Canada (9/10)

  Location was great. Convenient for everything that we planned to do. Size of the unit was perfect and felt comfortable.

• Erik from United States (9/10)

  Perfect location and close to transportation. Staff is very friendly.

• Muhammad from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Comfortable, clean and close to city center and landmarks. Easy accessible to halic metro and bus station.

• Nina from Netherlands (8/10)

  Check-in went very smooth and the hosts were friendly and easily available. The room was very clean and all the facilities were present and good. Kitchen was nice. We could text the host if we wanted the room cleaned or needed some extra towels or tea.
  The nearest subway station was a 10-minute walk and all the tourist attractions were nearby.

• Ilya from Sweden (9/10)

  Clean, comfortable, with good facilities.Very good value for those money.

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