Avantgarde Urban Şişli in Istanbul
✅ Several guests highlight the hotel's excellent location close to transit and shopping malls. ✅ Staff members like Vedat, Farnaz, Yunus, and Omar Farouk receive frequent praise for their kindness and helpfulness. ✅ Rooms are noted for cleanliness and some guests received complimentary upgrades to spacious rooms with views. ✅ Breakfast is described as tasty and varied by multiple reviewers. ✅ The hotel provides 24-hour front desk service and concierge assistance appreciated by many visitors. ❌ Some guests experienced poor service from certain staff, including unhelpful bellboys and slow room service. ❌ Air conditioning issues were reported, including inability to adjust temperature and breakdowns causing discomfort. ❌ Noise from neighboring rooms and corridors disturbed some guests, with complaints about slamming doors. ❌ One reviewer mentioned the hotel faces a graveyard, visible from rooms, which they found undesirable. ❌ Elevator malfunctions caused delays and crowding during some stays.
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Description
Avantgarde Urban Şişli is a 4-star hotel located in Istanbul offering a variety of room types including Accessible Double rooms, Superior Double rooms with or without balconies, Deluxe Triple and Double rooms, and a Dream Double Suite. The hotel operates a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and currency exchange, with amenities like free WiFi and meeting facilities. Guests appreciate the clean and spacious rooms, some upgraded with views, and a restaurant serving breakfast from 07:00 to 10:00. While some travelers praise the friendly and helpful staff, particularly Vedat and Farnaz, others report inconsistent service and maintenance issues, including air conditioning problems and elevator outages. The hotel enforces a deposit policy and does not allow pets. Prices start around $90 USD per night, making it a moderately priced option in the Şişli district of Istanbul.
Location
Situated at İstiklal Sokağı No:3-5/1 in Istanbul's Şişli district, Avantgarde Urban Şişli is conveniently positioned near key transport links and shopping areas. The hotel is approximately 17 km from Istanbul Atatürk Airport and about 2800 meters from the sea. It lies within walking distance to cultural sites such as the Ara Güler Museum (976 m) and the Military Museum (1615 m). Nearby dining options include Pizza Hut (159 m), Padisah Sofrasi (226 m), and Scala Restaurant / Cafe (340 m). The hotel is also close to public transit, with a subway station just a short walk away, facilitating easy exploration of the city.
Tips
- If you prefer a quieter stay, request a room away from the street side due to noise concerns.
- Confirm the air conditioning functionality upon check-in to avoid discomfort.
- Use the nearby subway station for convenient access to Istanbul’s main attractions.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: Extra bed and crib policies may vary according to room type. Please refer to the room type details for more information.
- Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Deposit Policy: Deposit required A fixed amount of €100.00 (approx. US$117.18) is charged. This property accepts cash and credit cards The deposit will be returned to the original account of payment within 14 days after check-out.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: AmericanExpress, MasterCard, Visa
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:00.
Services and facilities
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Currency exchange
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- TV
- Safe (in room)
- Concierge services
- Luggage storage
- Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free internet
- English
- Conference Hall
The distance to the sea is 2800 meters
Street view
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Reviews
The service is too bad when i ask for something from you room it takes ages to get to you
I asked them for water and teeth care kit them brought them separately and late
I stayed for 2 nights and I wanted to extend my stay because I don't want to change it because it was my last day in turkey first of all the machine card didn't work i came back and waited for 20 minutes to send to me a link to pay and also they couldn't have it done
So i comeback at night with cash to pay
In the end the staff not rude but they don't know how to serve properly
Too much overrated
The breakfast fine
I recently stayed at your hotel for the second time in nine months.
Upon arrival I was greeted with smiles and a friendly Merhaba from Farnaz and Yunus. I was then surprised with a room upgrade for my nine day stay. The room was simply beautiful and very spacious with a great view. Room 1701.
The hospitality I received from them was amazing. Yunus is one of the nicest and kindest people I have met. He was always shining bright with a big smile and was very gracious in assisting me with directions and transportation. He also handle my luggage and gave me a tour of my room upon arrival
There was not a day that Farnaz did not ask me how I was and how my stay is going. My answer was always a resounding “perfect”. I would also like to say thank you to Vadet who also shined each and every day and took time to always greet me with a smile!
The compliments continue with thanks to the breakfast room staff and Baran working the pizza shop and restaurant. They were always kind and attentive! The breakfast options were delicious.
I cannot thank them enough for making my vacation a most memorable one. There is no doubt that when I return to Istanbul, I will be staying no where else but with you.
My sincere thanks,
Ed Sawan
Thank you Vedat 😘
The real problem was the air conditioning. It was stuck at 24°C, which was too warm. I reported it, and reception said they could adjust it remotely to 18°C (it showed 18°C on the display, but the actual air temperature stayed the same — still warm). The last night, the AC broke completely across the floor. Staff told me it would be fixed in 20 minutes, but nothing happened, and they didn’t offer me another room. So I had to open the window, but between the heat and the street noise I couldn’t sleep at all.
This was especially bad because I had just undergone a hair transplant, and the extreme heat caused noticeable swelling in my head, worsening my recovery.
To make things worse, for three out of the four days I was there, one of the two elevators was out of service, causing delays and crowding.
Overall, the staff were neutral — not rude, but not particularly helpful either. I understand some of this may be due to cultural differences or a language barrier, so I don’t want to be unfair. Still, I’m glad I didn’t extend my stay as I initially planned. I checked out and moved to another hotel. If you’re considering staying here, just know that while the price and location may be good, you should be prepared for maintenance issues and limited support.
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Frequently asked questions about Avantgarde Urban Şişli
What room types are available at Avantgarde Urban Şişli?
The hotel offers Accessible Double room, Superior Double room, Superior Double room with balcony, Deluxe Triple room, Deluxe Double room, and Dream Double Suite.
Is breakfast included in the room price?
Breakfast is served buffet style from 07:00 to 10:00 daily but is not included in the room price and must be paid separately at the property.
Does the hotel allow pets?
No, pets are not allowed at Avantgarde Urban Şişli.
How far is the hotel from Istanbul Atatürk Airport?
The hotel is approximately 17 kilometers from Istanbul Atatürk Airport.
Are there any notable nearby attractions?
Yes, the Ara Güler Museum is 976 meters away and the Military Museum is 1615 meters from the hotel.
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