It’s a cheap option if you have a long layover at IST but I wish I just paid the extra to stay somewhere else. Wouldn’t stay again. I should have known to pick somewhere else when the person that communicated with me via chat was responding as if they were texting their friend—no greeting, short replies, text message style writing, etc.
Pros: cheap, offers a basic Turkish style breakfast, free WiFi, near a bunch of restaurants, front desk will call you a cab and have it arrive quickly, the property has a modern aesthetic.
Cons: cheaply renovated, poorly maintained, housekeeping not thorough, dark and dingy hallways, staff do not speak good English, staff a bit unprofessional via Expedia chat and in person, connected to and old unappealing building, curb appeal is bad, comparable to something like a best western at BEST!
The front desk was pleasant enough and did help me with some quick exchange of money to pay the cab that dropped us off and also called us a cab to take us back to the airport. Definitely not super warm though.
When we checked in we were not given information about services or inclusions. Just given the keys with room number and told where to find the elevator. Reception checked someone in right after us and gave same room so within minutes someone was trying to enter room. The sheets were dirty upon arrival. Had to ask for fresh ones & remake our bed. Hotel is grungy in person. The paint is peeling on walls, fixtures dangling from ceilings, etc