Maria Balat Hotel Istanbul offers easy access to the Hatice Sultan Mosque, which is situated merely 6 minutes' walk away.

The modern Galata Bridge is 3.1 km from the aparthotel, while Miniaturk Miniature Park is located 2.6 km away. Religious sights in the area include the Ottoman imperial New Mosque (3.3 km) and the Neve Shalom Synagogue (2.7 km). There is the Vialand amusement park about 10 minutes' drive away, and Ayvansaray-Eyuep bus station is in the immediate vicinity of the Maria Balat Istanbul. For those travelling from afar, Istanbul airport is 41 minutes' drive away.

The hotel has 6 rooms, comprising a balcony and a sitting area. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with coffee and tea making equipment, are offered. Furnished with a writing table, they also have sound-proofed windows. Bathrooms are equipped with a separate toilet and a shower, as well as comforts such as bath sheets and slippers.

Zeytin Agaci Cafe & Restaurant is located next to Maria Balat Hotel and serves Turkish dishes, approximately 100 metres away.