Long family stays
Long-Stay Family Apartments in Bakirkoy, Istanbul
Staying in Bakırköy with your family for weeks at a time? A furnished apartment with its own kitchen is the easiest choice: meals run on your timetable, and children and adults get to rest in separate rooms. For a family of 4–5, the Two-bedroom apartment (2+1) is the right starting point; for 2–3 guests, the One-bedroom apartment (1+1).
This guide explains which of our apartments in Zeytinlik suits which family, how to set up your first week, and what to settle during the booking conversation.
Apartment types by group size
| Apartment type | Capacity | Layout | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two-bedroom apartment (2+1) | 4–5 guests | Two bedrooms, living room, kitchen | Families with two or three children, and those travelling with grandparents |
| One-bedroom apartment (1+1) | 2–3 guests | Separate bedroom, living room, kitchen | Families with one child, couples |
| Studio apartment (1+0) | 1–2 guests | Bed and living space in one room, kitchen | Solo travellers and couples |
All apartments have air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. For larger groups we can plan the right layout together by phone or WhatsApp. You will find the details of each type on our apartments page.
A comfortable building for families
- Lift: Getting pushchairs, suitcases and weekly shopping bags upstairs is easy, and it is kind to older guests too.
- Security cameras: The building has security cameras, a reassuring detail for families staying for weeks with children.
- 24/7 line: Our phone and WhatsApp line is open day and night, so you can reach us straight away whenever something comes up during your stay.
Sharing the space on a long stay
When a stay runs for weeks, having a corner of your own matters as much as the sleeping arrangements. A few practical suggestions:
- In the 2+1 apartment give one bedroom to the parents and the other to the children. Once the children are asleep early, the living room becomes the adults' evening space.
- If two generations are staying together, give the older members their own room and use the living room as the shared daytime space.
- In the 1+1 apartment talk through where the third person will sleep when you book; that way the first night goes smoothly.
- If a parent works from home, set up a fixed daytime desk corner in the living room and arrange the children's playtime around it.
The first week: setting up home
- Arrival day: Check-in is from 14:00. If you are arriving late, let us know in advance and we will plan your check-in around it.
- First shop: The market around Bakırköy Freedom Square (Özgürlük Meydanı) is about a 6-minute walk. Pick up the basics on day one and leave the weekly shop for the next day. See our shopping and daily routine guide for details.
- Get to know the kitchen: Every apartment has its own kitchen. Look through the cupboards on your first evening and ask us on the 24/7 line if anything is missing.
- Set the weekly rhythm: Agreeing shopping, laundry and cleaning days up front makes a busy household easier to run.
- Sort out transport: Public transport in Istanbul runs on Istanbulkart, which is valid on Marmaray, the metro, Metrobus, tram, ferry and bus. Check current fares from up-to-date sources.
A sample family week
| When | What you could do |
|---|---|
| Weekday mornings | Breakfast at home; an 8-minute walk to Marmaray for a working parent |
| Weekday afternoons | A small shop at the market, dinner at home |
| A rainy day | Time indoors at Capacity shopping mall, a 9-minute walk |
| Weekend | A walk on the Bakırköy seafront, about 14 minutes away |
We have also gathered places to go with children in our article on Bakırköy for families with children.
What to settle when you book
The easy way to make a long family stay work is to ask your questions early:
- Your dates, the number of guests and the children's ages
- Which days and how often regular cleaning will be done
- Laundry facilities and items such as an iron
- Any special need, such as a baby cot
- Payment: cash, bank transfer or credit card on arrival
- Cancellation and change terms, which are confirmed to you in writing when you book
On arrival a passport is enough for each guest; Turkish citizens can also use their T.C. identity card. Guest details are registered as required by law. Please bring the children's passports as well.
Four habits that make a long stay easier
- Buy little on day one: Shopping after you have seen the kitchen is both more practical and more economical.
- Agree cleaning days up front: Try to have cleaning fall at times when you are out.
- Ask about extending early: If your stay might run longer, say so early; extensions depend on availability.
- Put the check-out time in your calendar: Check-out is by 11:00. If you would like a late check-out, ask in advance; we will arrange it if we can.
In short
Choosing an apartment that fits your group, easing into the first week, and agreeing cleaning and laundry up front solves most of a long family stay. Send us your dates and the number of guests, and we will come straight back with the right apartment and the current price: +90 532 655 43 32. You can write to us on WhatsApp in English.
Common questions
How many guests can stay in a Two-bedroom apartment (2+1)?
The Two-bedroom apartment (2+1) sleeps 4–5 guests and has two bedrooms, a living room and a kitchen. For larger groups we can plan the right layout together by phone or WhatsApp.
Is cleaning provided on a long stay?
Yes, the apartments are cleaned regularly. We agree the days and the frequency of cleaning together when you book.
Does the building have a lift?
Yes. The building has a lift and security cameras, so getting pushchairs, suitcases and shopping bags upstairs is easy.
Availability and rates for Bakırköy Family Apartments: 0532 655 43 32 (24/7)