Serviced apartments in Istanbul City Center

Looking for a true-blue Istanbul City Center experience? Step this way. Choose an apartment and live, relax and cook like a local. With your own kitchen, brekkie at 11 a.m. or din-dins at midnight is no probs. Just wanna nurse a wine in your bathtub and then laze around in your living room? Yep, that's possible too. A place to stay doesn't get any comfier than this.

Spending your hard-earned cash on stunning digs during your getaway feels pretty damn good. If you're hunting for a self-contained apartment with some extra frills, take a look at:

• Taksim Istiklal Suites: Amenities like on-site banking and a town car service are just a taste of what you'll have access to at this elegant option.

It's true, escaping with the kids can be a fun experience — but it's where you base yourself that truly makes the difference. Round up your little ones and settle into an apartment where the words comfort and kid-friendly go hand in hand.

There's room for the whole family to spread out at the Gulhane Suites. Amenities like internet access and childcare services should also keep the kids occupied.

If you're venturing to Istanbul City Center for a work assignment, it makes total sense to book an apartment. How come? No eating out every night (you'll likely have a kitchen), no laundry fees (hello washing machine) and no racking up exorbitant bills on the mini bar. You get the drift. Consider a homely property:

• Yusra Residence (2 kilometres from downtown Istanbul City Center): Here you have access to a terrace and 24-hour front desk services.
• Blue Istanbul Apart (2 kilometres from downtown Istanbul City Center): Extras like internet access and airport transportation make this a wise pick. This place is perfect for unwinding once you're done with work for the day.

Taking a holiday with a big group of mates? Instead of stowing away in separate rooms in a hotel (and taking the fun out of travelling together), rent an apartment. You'll sleep in separate bedrooms but share the main space. While we're talking about space, an apartment will usually have more of it compared to a standard hotel room.