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Safety index

59 out of 100

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Charm Hotel

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7.6

Fair (258 ratings)

Istanbul, Turkey - 

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280 m Sultanahmet Square

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280 m Blue Mosque

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280 m Hagia Sophia

Hotel Overview

Charm Hotel, located in Istanbul, garners attention for its unique appeal and services, as summarized from user reviews. This boutique hotel is often celebrated for its exceptional qualities but, like all establishments, has areas of improvement. Below, you'll find the key highlights and drawbacks mentioned by previous guests.

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Hotel highlights

  1. Centrally Located: Guests appreciate its prime location, making it easy to explore the city's attractions.
  2. Friendly Staff: The service is highlighted for its warm and welcoming nature, enhancing the stay experience.
  3. Authentic Atmosphere: Its distinctive decor offers a true sense of place, immersing guests in local culture.
  4. Comfortable Rooms: Many find the accommodations to be cozy and well-maintained, ensuring a restful night's sleep.
  5. Delicious Breakfast: The breakfast spread receives high praise for its variety and quality, starting days off right.
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Area for improvement

  1. Noise Levels: Some guests mention that soundproofing could be improved to block out street noises.
  2. Room Size: A few reviews note that certain rooms are smaller than expected, which can affect comfort.
  3. Wi-Fi Connectivity: There are occasional complaints about intermittent Wi-Fi service, affecting online activity.
  4. Limited Amenities: The hotel’s amenities might not meet the expectations of all guests, particularly those looking for luxury experiences.
  5. Check-in Delays: Delayed check-ins have been a frustration for some, impacting first impressions.

Amenities

Extra beds/cribs

Breakfast included

Restaurant

Bar

Room service

Room service

Free WiFi

Laundry

Laundry

Air conditioning

Air conditioning

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Score icon7.6

RateScore

Total 258 Reviews

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RateScore is average rating from most popular providers

Blended Web Rating

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7.4

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8.0

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booking

169 Reviews

7.4 / 10

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expedia

89 Reviews

8.0 / 10

Hotel Quality

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The quality chart is based on how hotel ratings changed over time.

Dec, 2023Now

General Info

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Total number of rooms 11

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Number of floors 4

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Number of buildings/towers 1

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Year Built 2011

WiFi Quality

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Ping, ms

Idle

19

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36

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18

Wifi Speed Is Good For

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web browsing

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HD online movies

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group video calls

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online streaming

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4K online movies

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online gaming

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Location Area Map

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What's nearby

Sultanahmet Square

280 m

Blue Mosque

280 m

Hagia Sophia

280 m

Grand Bazaar

980 m

Topkapi Palace

1.33 km

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Getting around

Istanbul Cankurtaran Station

350 m

Sultanahmet Station

420 m

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Airports Nearby

Istanbul Airport (IST)

27.5 km

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Restaurants

Meşale Cafe & Restaurant

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Ocean's 7 Cafe & Restaurant

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Akbıyık Fish House

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Turgut Pide Kebap

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Rounders Pub

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Street View

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Daytime safety

70 out of 100

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Nighttime safety

40 out of 100

Unsafe

Istanbul safety index

Safety

Crime

59

Overall Safety Index

Risky

An average rating of the six safety categories

59 out of 100

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Women safety

Risky

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Likelihood of inappropriate behavior against women.

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44

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Physical safety

Safe

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Likelihood of injury due to harmful intent.

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67

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Property safety

Risky

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Likelihood of theft.

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44

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Political safety

Risky

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Potential for infringement of political rights or political unrest.

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43

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LGBTQ safety

Risky

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Likelihood of harm or discrimination against LGBTQ persons or groups and level of caution required at location.

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57

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Medical safety

Very Safe

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Likelihood of illness or disease, assessment of water and air quality, and access to reliable medical care.

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100

48

Overall Crime index

Moderate

An average rating of the crime categories

48 out of 100

Property crime severity

Moderate

46

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Mugging or robbery  45/100

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Car theft  32/100

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Car break-ins  44/100

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Home break-ins  42/100

Violent crime severity

Moderate

42

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Physical attacks  49/100

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Racism or religion motivated attacks  33/100

Other crime severity

Moderate

52

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Insult or harassment in public  51/100

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Corruption or bribery  71/100

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Drug problem  44/100

Prices Around Property

Average Daily Costs Per Person

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Bottle of water 1.5L

$0.1 - $0.6

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Coffee

$1.4 - $3

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Beer 0.5L

$1.3 - $2.4

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Meal, inexpensive restaurant

$4.7 - $12.6

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Public transport, one-way ticket

$0.3 - $0.6

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Taxi 1km (normal tariff)

$0.3 - $0.6

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Meal for 2 people, mid-range restaurant, three-course

$19 - $47.4

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Bottle of mid-range wine

$5.4 - $15.8

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McMeal at McDonalds

$5.1 - $7

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Coke/Pepsi 0.33L

$0.6 - $1.6

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Public transport, monthly pass

$24.3 - $37.9

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Gasoline (1 liter)

$1.1 - $1.3

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Mobile phone monthly plan

$4.1 - $9.5

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Fitness club, monthly fee

$12.6 - $63.2

Weather In Istanbul

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Air Quality

Unhealthy (For Sensitive Groups)

PM2.515

PM1038

63

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Limited risk for sensitive individuals. Not recommended to do outdoor activities.

Drinkable Water Quality

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Fair

Water may have some problems, not recommended for daily consumption.

Traffic around property

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Heavy

Potential slowdowns and congestion, expect delays during peak travel times.

House Rules

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Check in after 14:00

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Check out until 12:00

Children welcome

No pets or service animals

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