Have you found the right combination of chill and adventure in Istanbul? Specific to the district of Cekmekoy, you can have the modern comforts of daily life and encounter the mystique of a ancient city, in a space that is unassuming. For a weekend getaway you shouldn’t overlook this special gem that has accommodations that can provide you peaceful luxury while being 40-90 minutes from the cities best attractions.

Set in a different neighbourhood away from the noise, this aparthotel provides a clean and true home-away-from-home feel by having comfortable, spacious family rooms and fully-equipped kitchens. After days spent discovering bazaars filled with shoppers, palaces with tourists and running up and down Istanbul’s seven hills you can relax in your sound-proof room. You can fully relax and enjoy your plush bathrobes, slippers, pots and pans and modern TV.

There is an indoor swimming pool for some self-care, and a sauna to relieve your tired muscles. You can keep your healthy lifestyle and routine while on your Turkish holiday by using fitness facilities too!

What made this retreat more suitable for families is the balance between accessibility and Privacy. Our property was close enough to the city-centre and all the tourist traps without the noise. It is an accessible drive to the Bosphorus Bridge which is key for retrieving some of the most popular sites of Istanbul, like the Dolmabahce Palace, or remember the majestic Blue Mosque or one of the seven wonders of the world: Hagia Sophia.

Each morning, our delicious breakfast was sufficient fuel to explore, and each afternoon/evening we would come back for coffee or tea in the garden. These were moments that brought us joy amid all our craziness! Being a multi-lingual staffed establishment was an extra treat, and having proper and feasible transport to/from the airport eased our anxiousness about traveling here.

While many families choosing cultural escapees don’t consider these types of properties, this property is family friendly with all the amenities you would want for you and your kids. We are just close enough to allow for all the learnings, creativity, and amazing family memories, that will last beyond your holiday from a well-deserved vacation.

Whether it is a romantic weekends stroll near the Galata Tower at sunset or lengthy holidays with all things about Turkish culture, this fantastic, accessible, and different aparthotel is a perfect base to explore both areas. Cheers to enjoying the right blend of modern comfort and a traditional Turkish experience! The memories you are planning to make here will be unforgettable.

Plan your Istanbul get away today, and see why travelers who want the best of both word chose our retreat. You can relax or explore till your hearts desire in Turkey’s most magical city.