Lir Residence Suites LONG STAY vs Similar Hotels

Rooms and apartments described as spacious, well equipped (kitchenette, washing machine in some units), comfortable with nice views and balconies—multiple positive comments about room size and furnishings.

Mixed: some mention comfortable beds and balconies, but many report small standard rooms, outdated furnishings, need for renovation and noise issues.

Rooms are spacious and well-equipped, with great views reported.

Many reviews mentioned the rooms being very small and lacking sound insulation.

Generally reported as very clean and well maintained (multiple mentions of tidy, spotless suites), though a few reviews noted dirty dishes, worn towels and limited/no daily cleaning in some apartment units.

Many reviews note clean rooms, but several guests report an old building, occasional smells in breakfast area and some rooms lacking tidy upkeep.

Rooms were noted as clean and well-maintained throughout multiple reviews.

Some reviews indicated late room cleaning and small bathroom size affecting comfort.

Excellent proximity to Taksim Square and Istiklal Street, praised for location near attractions, but accessibility is an issue (steep hill, long stair approaches, limited public transport), affecting elderly/less-mobile guests.

Consistently praised as excellent — in the heart of Taksim, very close to metro, shopping and Istiklal; a clear standout in the reviews.

The hotel is excellently located near key attractions like Plaza Taksim.

The hotel is conveniently located near Taksim, appreciated by multiple guests.

Consistently praised: friendly, welcoming and helpful staff, quick check-in and assistance with taxis; described positively across several reviews.

Staff frequently described as hospitable and helpful, though there are notable reports of reserved or rude reception and problematic check-in experiences.

Guests frequently praised the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.

Guests praised the friendly and helpful staff, particularly Maryam and Fatih.

Negative: property does not serve food and guests must go elsewhere for meals; no F&B offerings were reported.

Opinions mixed: multiple guests praise a wonderful Turkish or tasty breakfast, while others call the breakfast humble or in need of improvement.

Breakfast received mixed reviews; while excellent by some, others suggested improvements.

Breakfast options were noted to be limited, needing more variety.

Good in-unit amenities (kitchen facilities, kitchenette, washing machine, parking noted), but shortcomings include slow or missing internet/Wi‑Fi, no on-site food service and no regular daily servicing in some units.

Good amenities reported (AC, reliable internet, elevator, fresh water), though some structural limits (narrow stairs, small bathrooms) were noted.

Amenities were generally good, though some guests noted missing breakfast inclusion.

Limited facilities were described, including only one small lift and a lack of laundry service.

Mixed: apartment size and location are strong positives supporting value, but extra taxi costs, accessibility issues and lack of some services lower perceived value for some guests.

Several guests highlight a very attractive price and recommend booking; value is strong overall despite occasional service/room issues.

Guests feel they received good value for the price paid.

Guests felt the hotel was overpriced for the services offered and lower star rating.