Casa Di Bava, Istanbul

Be Mate Casa Di Bava is a an entire building managed by a Spanish hotel chain. We booked partly due to location (downtown Istanbul in the better part of the downtown) and partly due to my previous experience with Room Mate (parent company of Be Mate). The location is walking distance to the best bars, restaurants and shops of Istanbul, however, tricky to reach by car - it tends to get busy in rush hours and one can spend considerable time in traffic. The hosts did share check-in information in advance, and when we checked in, all the apartments (we booked 2) were ready for us. The flat was clean, well-equipped and featured fully stocked kitchen (incl. dishwasher with tablets and washing machine with some stock of washing pads) as well as fully stocked bathroom (incl. hair dryer). There was daily cleaning and replenishment in the apartment. The hosts were always available for assistance, and we felt absolutely confident that if there was an issue, it would be solved rapidly. All in all, it was a very good experience and we would recommend staying at Be Mate to our friends.

The check-in process was a little disturbed due to malfunction of one of the doors - we had to reach out to support via WhatsApp (which worked perfectly btw) and get the access code to the key storage on ground floor to get the physical keys. I suggest that if you stay in apt. 5, you do get the access code for the key storage as soon as you get check-in info. WiFi could have been better - could be function of location of the router - thus, pick this apartment for a holiday stay and not when you have to work remotely. Soundproof isn't ideal - Istanbul is unreasonably noisy, and you do hear it.

The staff were very pleasant and helpful. The bed was amazingly comfortable I felt safe in the neighbourhood Nice kitchette

Wifi kept cutting out

The view is amazing, the host is very welcoming, clean, airy flat. Loved it.

The bedroom in the back faces the street so it was a bit loud. The other bedroom was fine though

This was a very comfortable and spacious suite in the middle of the Galata area. It was very easy to walk to Galata port and many excellent cafes and restaurants. The washing machine and dish washer were very useful after long days of traveling around. The balcony was nice to sit on and people watch.

It was a little noisy at night as it is right next to a complicated intersection at which cars often have to back up, which occasionally led to honking and yelling. Also, there is a popular bar at the top of the road so while we didn't hear music we heard a lot of yelling late at night, though it didn't disturb our sleep. Also, we received some towels which were not clean and fresh.

Location right in the city center. Good size of the room and good mattress.

This was our third time staying in this apartment. It is a wonderful place - very clean and comfortable, also conveniently located to Taksim, Galata and Cihangir neighborhoods. Hosts are amazing as well!

This is truly a wonderful stay in Istanbul. The apartment (we had one with balcony ) is exactly as described and the pictures are as it is. The host is very friendly and helpful . As for the neighbourhood buzzy authentic quartier with lots of good food places . For us it was perfect .

Great location in a beautiful building in a great area with lots of restaurants around, 5 minutes walk to a couple of small supermarkets and 10 minutes to the tram stop.Bigger than it looked in photos. Bed was really comfortable.

We did not meet the hosts as we checked in after reception hours and did not receive check-in details until late in the morning of our arrival. Kitchen facilities were lacking it would have been difficult to cook anything (but lots of restaurants around so no need.) Apartment was at the top of a very steep hill, not a problem for us but people with mobility issues would need to be aware,

- Amazing location! 5 minute walk from Istiklal Street, 10 minutes to the Galataport and Karaköy. Surrounded by lots of great breakfast and coffee spots, art galleries and other shops. - We booked the penthouse which had a huge balcony with views over the entire city. The balcony was one of the main reason we booked this apartment and it surely did not disappoint. - Housekeeping staff is very friendly. Normally when you book an apartment you will not get housekeeping service but at Be Mate Casa di Bava you do! - Communication with the accommodation was very smooth and quick via WhatsApp. Nothing was too much asked. They booked us reservations at restaurants, airport transfer, helped with later check-out, room requests and more. All in a very friendly way!

The only thing would be the water pressure of the shower which was a bit low, also the water took a long time to get warmed up. Lastly, if you’re not used to city sounds you might be bothered by the noises outside but that’s not specific to this accommodation but the entire neighborhood.

Beautiful apartment with great amenities and very helpful staff.

Nothing. It is an ideal spot for visiting Istanbul.

Staff was outstanding, the neighbourhood is very pleasant, location is close to main attractions, restaurants.

If you are a light sleeper keep in mind that the building is on one of the few streets (the only one?) that crosses Istiklal which means the honking, deafening car music will only cool down around 5:00 on Saturdays. But if you are party people I guess that's not an issue.

The staff and concierge was excellent - really helpful in arranging our very early/late transfers to and fro the airport. The apartments contained everything you needed!

It was a slight distance from some of Istanbul's main attractions but it is in a lovely area and it should not deter you from staying here.

The property it self was exceptional, the staff are very nice and the reply to whats app msgs at any time, spotless clean,

The location felt alittle bit un safe to walk after 9 PM 😅

Everything... The building was clean , facilities are 👍🏻 great My family were happy... During our stay in Istanbul..

Fantastic view, clean, great location

Everything was great

Interior is nice, super comfortable bad, enough space, hot water in the shower is good, washing machine is super convinient, service is perfect, communication with the staff is amazing. Location is the beast) We stay here each time when we arrive at Istanbul and like it.

Internet quality. WhatsApp and Telegram don't work correctly sometimes and it's weak connection in the kitchen. And would be nice to have some paper napkins or kitchen towel because if you use kitchen and wash dish it's inconvinient to dry hands.

Location, communication w/ the staff, clean and good looking interior

Great location, nice atmosphere, great reception and availability of the staff

staff were very polite and helpful! Room was also very clean and had everything you would need. Location is very good - only a short walk to Taksim square.

I’d have liked a tv in the bedroom but that is just personal preference! :)

the guy at the reception have been always very kind and extremely helpful

Superb location – walking distance from pretty much everything. Probably the best (by far) area in Instanbul. Dozens of fabulous spots for any occasion around within 5 min walk. Very spacious and clean rooms. Exceptional value for money. The property management folks are extremely helpful and provided easy to follow instruction. This is probably the best option around for its money, totally recommended.

The building is fairly old, and although rooms and interiors are renovated, the humidity and other side-effects of leaving in a piece of history are in place, too – nothing to be worried about, but it may be noticeable during the evening time. Our unit might have needed some extra love to get to clean 10/10 grade – there were minor scratches here and there, the AC is a bit rusty too. Curtains and shelves were a bit dusty. Wi-Fi wasn't that good too, tbh. But all these things are very minor and don't impact the experience.

location, balcony, comfortable. being able to self checkin and leave luggage on last day.

didn’t refresh coffee, water, toilet rolls

Always great staying at this property, very central and hosts are very helpful. All the major attractions are minutes away. This property is super comfy.

If I could give 20 points, I would give them. Absolutely amazing apartment! 5 min to Istiklal (walking street), 5 min to tram-bus which goes to Saint Sofia and the rest main attractions. All the nightlife and day-needs are very close to the apt, but here is quite and comfortable. Inside the apt - very stylish and high-quality. Bed, shower, towels, furniture, kitchen - everything is just perfect. And last, but the least, an amazing host - Tammam! Very professional, welcoming and nice. I definitely going to stay here again!

It’s always good to pay less for the best, but this apt costs every cent.

The location and the size of the appartment

The sink were stuck in the toilette