The Local

Discover Istanbul's historic charm while you relax in this cozy retreat.

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Balcony view
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Reviews

9,0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Room options

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Rainfall showerhead
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Rainfall showerhead
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Rainfall showerhead
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Rainfall showerhead
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
Rainfall showerhead
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 40 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Exclusive Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
4 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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Cankurtaran Mah. Ahirkapi Cad. No:25, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34122

What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Blue Mosque - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Basilica Cistern - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 49 min drive
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 55 min drive
  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 5 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 18 min walk
  • Istanbul Kumkapi Station - 18 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 9 min walk
  • Cemberlitas Station - 13 min walk
  • Gulhane Station - 15 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Sur Balık - Sarayburnu - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Giritli Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Akbıyık Fish House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Turgut Pide Kebap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Semaver Nargile Cafe - ‬8 min walk

About this property

The Local

The Local offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. Free perks include WiFi and buffet breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Also, Sultanahmet Square and Bosphorus are within a 15-minute walk. Public transportation is just a short walk: Sultanahmet Station is 9 minutes and Cemberlitas Station is 13 minutes.

Languages

English, Hebrew, Russian, Turkish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No on-site parking
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Shared refrigerator

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Library
  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 90-cm LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Property Registration Number 2022-34-0958

Also known as

The Local Hotel
The Local Istanbul
The Local Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at The Local?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Local?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Local.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Local?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at The Local and nearby?
The Local has a garden.
What's the area around The Local like?
The Local is a short 9-minute walk from Sultanahmet Station and 7 minutes' walk from Hagia Sophia.

The Local Reviews

Reviews

9,0

Wonderful

8,0/10

Cleanliness

9,2/10

Staff & service

7,4/10

Amenities

7,2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7,8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

The staff was very nice. But the sheets were stained— looks like shoe prints (but appeared to be freshly washed), the bathroom smelled of old pipes and there’s a window between the bathroom and the room so no privacy. The bathroom floor and the terrace were SO slippery when wet. The stairs leading into the room were narrow & uneven. Not a bad view from the room though and breakfast (in another building a block and a half away) was the highlight on a beautiful, quaint veranda. I did appreciate the centralized location while just enough away from the crowds, but be cautious walking on the narrow cobbled roads as cars don’t slow down for pedestrians. Id stay again cuz of the location, price, & breakfast, but just lower my expectations the next time. Its practical and does the job, though certainly not a romantic getaway.
Stephanie, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The people running the local were outstanding in every way
Christian, 6-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very good

Perfect location and close to everything you want to see in Istanbul. It’s definitely a budget hostel and the rooms reflect that but the free breakfast was good plenty full and the area was safe. Staff were very friendly and the Roman were comfortable if not a little rough around the edges. Would recommend for a budget stay for a few days.
Alex, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I had a great stay. Staff was friendly as well as fellow visitors.
Mathew, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

"The Local" is a beautiful and cozy guesthouse near all the beautiful sites in Istanbul! We walked to the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia in a few minutes and also other things like the grand bazar aren't much further. Even though we only stayed one night we had a great time!
1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Miss your comfortable
The hotel very old and many things you can't find it. But the located is very nice
mohammad, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

One of the coolest hostel. Seaview dorm room with balcony is fantastic. Centrally located still on a quite neighborhood. free wi-fi and abundant breakfast spread. Excellent
Aria, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

La terrasse le matin pour le petit déjeuner est tellement agréable Literie excellente Juste un problème d odeur désagréable de refoulement syphon salle de bain
danielle, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Live like a local! It was great. Nice house, very nice hosts. Room was cozy and comfy. Beautiful view to the sea and over the City. And everything you want to see or experience is very close. You only have to walk a few minutes. We can highly recommend The Local!!! We will be back!
Mandy, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Sehr schöne kleine Unterkunft in top lage. Super freundlich und hilfsbereiter inhaber.
Sebastian, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Had a great time! Thanks for everything :)
Theresa, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Une équipe sympathique et à l'ecoute des clients. Tout est fait pour que nous nous sentions à l'aise. Le seul bémol est la faible insonorisation : on entend monter/descendre les escaliers, nous etions à coté de la porte d'entrée donc la porte claquait régulièrement ce qui nous dérangeait.
Nadir, 7-night trip
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