Element Garden

We travel a lot in our family and this June my wife and I went to Istanbul for a conference, while also having time for some sightseeing. We both value having everything within reach when booking hotels. Metro, tram, shopping streets, cultural experiences, etc. Element Garden has it all close by and more. The staff are extremely helpful and tend to all your needs around the clock (and YES, I mean AROUND THE CLOCK). The rooms are cozy, the beds nice and soft, and then there's the excellent breakfast, which was served outside in the back garden. Lots of freshly baked bread, omelet, olives, sausages, jam, honey, pancakes, coffee/tea, fresh tomatoes and cucumbers, and a selection of delicious Turkish cheeses. By the way... during our breakfast we were constantly accompanied by 3-4 cute cats just lounging around and running inbetween our legs... super fun. This was really a great experience, and we will certainly use Element Garden again.

Very nice hotel in a very nice area of town. Near everything. They were all super nice and helpful at all times. Gave us the best tips and advices. Breakfast was amazing! Very complete and the lady who prepared was very sweet. You felt at home. The room were clean and comfortable and had all the necessary amenities including hairdryer and slippers. They hace no elevator but they helped us with our luggage. Very recommended hotel at a very reasonable price!

First time in turkey so at first felt somewhat anxious as it was in a dark side street . The foyer was also looking grungy if that’s a word , BUT once I checked in my room was very clean and I was surprised that the studio had a kitchenette as well! Quiet enough as it’s a street in from the Main Street . The front desk s just a small cubicle and the men change shifts . All 3 I met were very kind and spoke English and helped me out w addresses . The room key was funky but once you get the hang of it it’s no problem! The breakfast next morning was quite a nice surprise w individual servings and ALOT ! They accommodated my request for americano coffee too. The best part is the location I found out was the best to get around ! Area was alive w people way into the night . Completely safe. It is super reasonable price too for the location . I even went back to it on my last day and I was glad I did because I knew the area by then. It’s a short ride to sultenhamet area as well . Highly recommend for just a safe simple place . I was a solo traveling female too.

I cannot recommend this hotel enough. Unfortunately I cannot review on booking as well because we found it there and booked it on their site because they made us a better offer. This is the most value for money hotel I have ever stayed in. The stuff was really friendly and they even let us leave our luggage in the reception so after we checked out we could go out without having to carry them. The rooms are clean pretty and comfortable. The hotel is really near taksim square ( you have to go through a narrow alley but it has security cameras). Last but not least the breakfast was maybe the best thing about this hotel, the lady that made it was maybe the nicest person we came across in Istanbul, she even made me a special omelette because I have milk allergy and she remembered our coffee preferences, apart from the amazing variety of breakfast as it was

I enjoyed being in this hotel. It’s quite new, it’s nice inside, it’s very pleasant to have a little more space in Istanbul than regular hotel rooms, and the best thing - it has a cute garden where they cook delicious breakfasts (especially pancakes the first day were amazing!). We just loved starting our days there. There are some cons, of course - like if you walk from Taksim you have to go through a couple of dirty unpleasant streets to get there. But! If you walk the other way, you discover a very beautiful and stylish Cihandir neighborhood with cafes and nice streets. We had no idea and only discovered it the last day when we walked there accidentally. So if you are staying there, don’t miss it, it’s a very enjoyable walk! Overall, loved the experience, already miss being there and would love to be back.

I would definitely stay at this hotel again. The room was as advertised. It’s a great location. The breakfast was excellent. Most of all, the staff is kind and accommodating. Highly recommend.

My favourite economy / mid-level hotel in Istanbul. Super helpful staff who speak better than average English, good value and with a great location between Taksim Square and the hipster Cihangir district and its excellent restaurants and shops. Can’t recommend too highly, you won’t be disappointed.

Shortly won’t recommend it if you are planing to stay more than 2 nights .

Situated in a strategic location and comfortable apartment. Selcuk is very helpful and informative. Will make this property as next reference.