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The homestay will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a shower. At the homestay, every unit comes with bed linen and towels.

I really like this hotel so much first the room so clean and so beautiful you can have anything here and the people they working here they are so good caring you so much you will find in this hotel many people from many countries and also this hotel in good place you will find anything you want it's near the sea I will for sure come back again to this hotel

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9.3
Superb
164 reviews
Price from
£47
per night

Located within 600 metres of Istiklal Street and 1.3 km of Istanbul Congress Center in the centre of Istanbul, TAKS-INN Suites provides accommodation with free WiFi and a kitchen. This recently renovated guest house is located 600 metres from Taksim Square and 700 metres from Taksim Metro Station. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

I like this place, especially the stuff that even help us with our luggage till the bus station of havabusses . The placement also was good, quite street

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9.2
Superb
264 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

Set in the centre of Istanbul, Emirhan Guesthouse & Suites is a recently renovated accommodation, which offers soundproof rooms. The property features city and quiet street views, and is 800 metres from Blue Mosque. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and currency exchange for guests.

Everything is wonderful! Location, View, Equipment, Service etc. The apartment has also a nice view! The guys here are always available and friendly. Can't appreciate more for all the help! Surely recommended to all!

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9.2
Superb
100 reviews
Price from
£102
per night

Ideally situated in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Fener sweet is situated 2.9 km from Suleymaniye Mosque, 3.7 km from Galata Tower and 4.4 km from Basilica Cistern. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.9 km from Spice Bazaar. The homestay features a terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

Very friendly and genuine host. We enjoyed the chats and his advices, as well as the terrace.

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9.5
Exceptional
153 reviews
Price from
£23
per night

Ideally set right in the centre of Istanbul, Royan Suites is a recently renovated homestay, featuring free WiFi and private parking. It is situated 700 metres from Hagia Sophia and provides a 24-hour front desk. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

The excellent location is excellent. The boss's family is very enthusiastic and has a rich breakfast. I will choose here next time

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9.4
Superb
170 reviews
Price from
£163
per night

Located only a 5-minute walk from the lively Istiklal Avenue, Nelly Guesthouse offers rooms with free Wi-Fi. Taksim Square and Taksim Metro Station are a 10-minute walk away.

Featuring parquet floors, the rooms of Nelly Guesthouse include a desk, safe box and a wardrobe. The private bathroom includes hairdryer, slippers and free toiletries. Some rooms come with a shared bathroom with a toilet.

Great Hotel , Clean , Calm , Very good located , adorable stuff , Nelly is great . All good . 10 Stars

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9.1
Superb
241 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

Featuring a rooftop terrace with excellent views of the Sea of Marmara, this guesthouse offers rooms with wooden floors and free Wi-Fi just 200 metres away from Aya Sofia Mosque.

All air-conditioned guestrooms are decorated with oriental details and feature private en suite bathrooms with a hairdryer. Some double rooms have 4-poster beds with embroidered clothes.

Its worth going for this hotel. The reason for this is the staff is so friendly and caring. I had booked two more hotel in IST. At the end, i regret why i did not stay in the same hotel.

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9.1
Superb
653 reviews
Price from
£39
per night

Located within 2.8 km of Dolmabahce Palace and 3.5 km of Dolmabahce Clock Tower, CLK Suites Hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Istanbul. This recently renovated homestay is located 5.2 km from Istanbul Congress Center and 5.4 km from Taksim Metro Station. The homestay features family rooms.

It was very good the host was unbelievable so good and lovely

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9.2
Superb
16 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Situated in Istanbul, the recently renovated Mimoza Guesthouse features accommodation 7.4 km from Maiden's Tower and 12 km from Blue Mosque. Among the facilities at this property are full-day security and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The guest house has family rooms.

I highly recomend this place, it is safe, clean and confortable. Owner is a kind person and helpfull. Location is centric you can reach to the hotel easily and we often come to the hotel latetly like 3 am, streets were croweded so we felt quite safe. I highly recomend.

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9
Superb
83 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

Dolmabahce Clock Tower is 16 km from the homestay, while 15 July Martyrs Bridge is 17 km from the property. The nearest airport is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 28 km from Luxe Residence next to Water Garden Open Mall, International Financial Center & Medical Center.

I am leaving here a great review for Reysam and Can. I advise everyone to stay in their beautiful apartment! Very spacious room, comfortable huge bed, beautiful view from the window to the affluent area of ​​Atasehir. Spacious bathroom, everything is very clean. And the main bonus of this apartment is its hospitable hosts. They are very sociable and always ready to help. The feeling that you are among your family does not leave you throughout your stay) You will hardly find a better apartment in Atasehir!)

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10
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

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  • Royan Suites
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 170 reviews

    Ideally set right in the centre of Istanbul, Royan Suites is a recently renovated homestay, featuring free WiFi and private parking.

    Very helpful staff and they serve an amazing breakfast

  • Marmara Guesthouse
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 654 reviews

    Featuring a rooftop terrace with excellent views of the Sea of Marmara, this guesthouse offers rooms with wooden floors and free Wi-Fi just 200 metres away from Aya Sofia Mosque.

    everything was perfect. thank you. amazing guesthouse.

  • Tulip Guesthouse
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 635 reviews

    Situated in a quiet neighbourhood of Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet district, this family-run guesthouse offers rooms with free WiFi. The Aya Sofya Mosque is just a 5-minute walk away.

    Good location (all in a 5 min around), friendly and helpful staff

  • Le Safran Suite Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 860 reviews

    Centrally located in Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet area, this 130-year-old wooden Ottoman residence offers suites with a separate bedroom and a living room.

    Perfect location. Very friendly and helpful staff.

  • Ararat Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 248 reviews

    Ararat Hotel is an intimate boutique hotel directly across the street from Istanbul's Blue Mosque in Sultanahmet Square. It offers wooden interiors, free WiFi and a bar with a terrace.

    The stuff is very helpful & friendly , Really they were the best

  • Ahmet Efendi Evi
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 312 reviews

    Ahmet Efendi Evi offers non-smoking rooms, a 24-hour front desk and breakfast serving fresh bread, fruits and cheese. It is 15 minutes’ walk to Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.

    Very quaint and small, gave out more home vibes than hotel vibes.

  • Ramos Boutique Hotel Sultanahmet
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 26 reviews

    Set in the centre of Istanbul, Ramos Boutique Hotel Sultanahmet is a recently renovated accommodation, which offers allergy-free rooms.

    Das Zimmer war klein aber gemütlich und es war sauber. Check in und Out ging schnell.

  • SAMATYA APARTı
    5.0
    Scored 5.0
    Average
    Rated passable
     · 1 review

    Boasting a garden and views of quiet street, SAMATYA APARTı is a recently renovated homestay situated in Istanbul, 4.3 km from Suleymaniye Mosque.

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  • HOPEFULL HOTEL
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 164 reviews

    Offering city views, HOPEFULL HOTEL is an accommodation situated in Istanbul, 1.7 km from Blue Mosque and 1.8 km from Basilica Cistern.

    The everything is superb! owners are really friendly

  • Vault of istanbul
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 52 reviews

    Featuring city views, Vault of istanbul provides accommodation with a shared lounge and a balcony, around 8.5 km from Halic Congress Center.

    Супер хозяин!!! Согласился даже в 3 часа ночи заселиться. Нам понравилось!!!

  • Galata Life Istanbul
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 158 reviews

    Galata Life Istanbul is situated in a historic area in Galata, just next to the Galata Tower across the Golden Horn from the Sultanahmet district.

    Ottima la posizione e molto affabili i proprietari

  • Hotel Han
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 547 reviews

    Located in Istanbul’s historic Sultanahmet district, this hotel offers free Wi-Fi and rooms with air conditioning. The Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque are a 3-minute walk away.

    great location, clean room, decent wifi, 3 pillows!

  • Gul Sultan Hotel
    Budget options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 195 reviews

    Gul Sultan Hotel is situated less than a 5-minute walk from Topkapi Palace, the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. The hotel’s summer terrace features views of the Sea of Marmara.

    Most all ...location, friendliness, clean, comfortable

  • Pera Apart
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 13 reviews

    Providing city views, Pera Apart is located in the Fatih district of Istanbul, less than 1 km from Hagia Sophia and a 13-minute walk from Topkapi Palace.

    Temizliğini konumunu çalışanı ve otel sahibini çok ilgiliydi.

  • An Easy Transport and Quiet Apartment in Istanbul
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 43 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge and views of garden, An Easy Transport and Quiet Apartment in Istanbul is a recently renovated guest house located in Istanbul, 6.2 km from Maiden's Tower.

    Bartu super helpful and kind. Very clear instructions for check in.

  • We Home Fulya
    Budget options available
    4.2
    Scored 4.2
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 110 reviews

    Set in Istanbul, within 2.6 km of Dolmabahce Palace and 3.2 km of Istanbul Congress Center, We Home Fulya offers accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive.

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  • BY KARAM SUİT
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Set within 34 km of Blue Mosque and 35 km of Spice Bazaar in Istanbul, BY KARAM SUİT offers accommodation with seating area.

  • Luxe Residence next to Water Garden Open Mall, International Financial Center & Medical Center
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Situated in Istanbul, 12 km from Maiden's Tower and 15 km from Dolmabahce Palace, Luxe Residence next to Water Garden Open Mall, International Financial Center & Medical Center offers a garden and air...

  • Fener sweet
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 153 reviews

    Ideally situated in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Fener sweet is situated 2.9 km from Suleymaniye Mosque, 3.7 km from Galata Tower and 4.4 km from Basilica Cistern.

    Everything. Murat was so friendly and accommodating.

  • Perfect Location , Nişantaşı Private Room R3
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Perfect Location, Nişantaşı Private Room R3 in Istanbul offers accommodation with free WiFi, 1.8 km from Taksim Metro Station, 1.9 km from Taksim Square and 2.5 km from Dolmabahce Clock Tower.

  • Feeling at home in İstanbul Center 5 Minutes walk to The Ataköy Metro Station & Metrobus
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 75 reviews

    Set within 13 km of Suleymaniye Mosque and 13 km of Spice Bazaar in Istanbul, Feeling at home in İstanbul Center 5 Minutes walk to The Ataköy Metro Station & Metrobus features accommodation with...

    Доброжелательный хозяин. Очень чисто. Место расположения.

  • Emirhan Guesthouse & Suites
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 100 reviews

    Set in the centre of Istanbul, Emirhan Guesthouse & Suites is a recently renovated accommodation, which offers soundproof rooms.

    Location, friendly staff, sweets, kettle and fridge, good bathroom

  • TAKS-INN Suites
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 264 reviews

    Located within 600 metres of Istiklal Street and 1.3 km of Istanbul Congress Center in the centre of Istanbul, TAKS-INN Suites provides accommodation with free WiFi and a kitchen.

    Customer service very nice Roon cleaning same the photo

  • CLK Suites Hotel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 16 reviews

    Located within 2.8 km of Dolmabahce Palace and 3.5 km of Dolmabahce Clock Tower, CLK Suites Hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Istanbul.

    It was very good the host was unbelievable so good and lovely

  • Taksim home
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 11 reviews

    Taksim home, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Istanbul, 400 metres from Istiklal Street, 2 km from Dolmabahce Clock Tower, as well as 2.2 km from Istanbul Congress Center.

    апартаменты полностью соответствуют фото, чистые, просторные. Хозяин очень отзывчивый, помог в решении всех возникающих проблем.

  • Nelly Guesthouse
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 241 reviews

    Located only a 5-minute walk from the lively Istiklal Avenue, Nelly Guesthouse offers rooms with free Wi-Fi. Taksim Square and Taksim Metro Station are a 10-minute walk away.

    the room was clean, the host was so lovely and friendly

  • Tria Elegance Istanbul
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Located in the historical Sultanahmet district, Tria Elegance Istanbul offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

  • Room in Guest room - Luxury Triple Room in Istanbul
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Located in the centre of Istanbul, less than 1 km from Blue Mosque, Room in Guest room - Luxury Triple Room in Istanbul provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

  • Mimoza Guesthouse
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 83 reviews

    Situated in Istanbul, the recently renovated Mimoza Guesthouse features accommodation 7.4 km from Maiden's Tower and 12 km from Blue Mosque.

    - Die Lage ist perfekt - sehr nettes Personal - sehr sauber

  • Yıldız
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 8 reviews

    Boasting sea views, Yıldız features accommodation with balcony, around 700 metres from Caddebostan 1 Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.3 km from Caddebostan 2 Beach.

  • Sirena's Suites
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 292 reviews

    Well situated in Istanbul, Sirena's Suites offers express check-in and check-out and parking on-site. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay.

    amazing location and neighborhood, responsive and kind staff

  • A private room in the heart of Istanbul Sisli
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 14 reviews

    Set within 1.9 km of Istanbul Congress Center and 4.1 km of Taksim Metro Station in Istanbul, A private room in the heart of Istanbul Sisli offers accommodation with seating area.

    Der Vermieter war super freundlich und gut drauf. Ansonsten hatten wir auch unsere Privatsphäre, wenn wir wollten.

  • Dach Wochnung mit Terrasse
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 9 reviews

    Situated within the Kagithane district in Istanbul, Dach Wochnung mit Terrasse has air conditioning, a terrace, and city views.

  • Kadıköy Yeldeğirmeni Rahat Oda
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 11 reviews

    Set in Istanbul in the Marmara Region region, Kadıköy Yeldeğirmeni Rahat Oda features a balcony.

    깨끗한 시설 여행자들은 많은 방이 필요하지않은데 나만의 방에서 편안한 휴식을 취할수 있음 배란다비슷한곳이 있는데 그곳에서 흡연할수 있어 너무 편안했음

  • Stanpoli Apart
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 4 reviews

    Well set in the centre of Istanbul, Stanpoli Apart offers a balcony, air conditioning, free WiFi and flat-screen TV.

  • Yasmak Comfort Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 404 reviews

    Only a few steps from Topkapi Palace, Yasmak Comfort Hotel is located in the historic area of the city. It offers a spa centre with a Turkish bath and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Facilities were good and excellent customer service.

  • Nişantaşı,Private Room in Nisantasi R1
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 5 reviews

    In the Sisli district of Istanbul, close to Taksim Metro Station, Nişantaşı, Private Room in Nisantasi R1 features free WiFi and a washing machine.

  • Prime Location near Osmanbey Metro, Nisantaşı R2
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Prime Location near Osmanbey Metro, Nisantaşı R2 in Istanbul offers accommodation with free WiFi, 1.8 km from Taksim Metro Station, 1.9 km from Taksim Square and 2.5 km from Dolmabahce Clock Tower.

  • Benan Apartment
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 288 reviews

    Offering a terrace and city view, Benan Apartment is set in Istanbul, less than 1 km from Taksim Square and a 12-minute walk from Taksim Metro Station.

    Nice stuff, clean and comfortable room, good price

  • kadıköy merkezde denize yakın odalar
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 10 reviews

    Featuring quiet street views, kadıköy merkezde denize yakın odalar is situated in the Kadikoy district of Istanbul, 6 km from Maiden's Tower and 12 km from Blue Mosque.

  • Estampolis Apartment
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3 reviews

    Estampolis Apartment features air-conditioned guest accommodation in Istanbul, 1.1 km from Blue Mosque, 1.3 km from Hagia Sophia and 1.2 km from Basilica Cistern.

  • Utarit Hotel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,327 reviews

    Providing quiet street views and free WiFi, Utarit Hotel provides accommodation conveniently set in the centre of Istanbul, within a short distance of Istiklal Street, Taksim Square and Taksim Metro...

    For the affordable price unbeatable. Lovely balcony.

  • Sweet Room in Kadıköy
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5 reviews

    A recently renovated guest house set in the Kadikoy district of Istanbul, Sweet Room in Kadıköy offers accommodation with with a shared lounge, parking on-site and free WiFi.

  • Kumbaracı Apartments & Suites
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5 reviews

    5 Floors Istanbul is located within a 4-minute walking distance from lively Istiklal Avenue, which houses many cafés, restaurants, art galleries and malls.

    Прекрасное расположение, отличный вид с балкончика (4 этаж), хорошая кровать и подушки! Жилье понравилось, не считая нъюансов с шумоизоляцией (о чем ниже)

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Homestays that guests love in Istanbul

  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 5,180 reviews
    It was perfect for families with Kids. We took one bed room Suit and it was perfect for a family of 4. The reception experience was very good. IREM AND ECE in particular were a good host
    Syed Adnan Aqil
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £132.46
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 147 reviews
    Located in very nice area , the street has many shops that have all your needs , back street has local shops , you can enjoy the locals atmosphere, the staff are very friendly
    Galal
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £68.53
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 536 reviews
    Great place. Great host.
    Kaj
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £42.59
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 59 reviews
    Close to the airport, very good host, very comfortable room and bathroom. Recommended.
    Eldar
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £59.24
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 163 reviews
    Great hosts. It’s in a busy street, not the tourist busy but a local market. I did not necessarily enjoy that but the hotel is amazing
    Swapnil Sunil
    Young couple
  • 7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 716 reviews
    Adora Hotel is in a Superb location, right at the very heart of Sultanahmet. The staff were lovely and kind, and I especially enjoyed my chats about Turkey & Istanbul with Apo. Talking to locals is a highlight when I travel and I am grateful he took the time to share his thoughts and experiences. The breakfast had all the delights of a good Turkish breakfast- Simit, eggs, cheese, olives, vegetables and so much more (I didn’t get to try everything in my 3 days). The restaurant is also nice. We enjoyed a very tasty lunch.
    Ina
    Family with young children
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 62 reviews
    Very comfortable and clean room with fridge, kettle, wardrobe, little seat and good bed. Small but functional bathroom. The location was great for those who want to be away from the main tourist area. Very friendly locals especially if you try a few words in Turkish. Close to great food and mini-mart.
    Michelle
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £63.16
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 145 reviews
    The restaurant.The great breakfast. The breakfast selection is fantastic! METIN is a good host! He is a very kind and helpful person! Thank you, Metin!
    András Sándor
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews
    Excellent location, right in the city center. Close to main touristic places, within walking distance to public transportation, local stores and shopping malls. Very safe and friendly neighborhood Mr. Koray is a very kind person, always available and willing to solve any problem or fullfil any request you might have. Great host!
    Valery
    Solo traveller

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