Akif is the most wonderful host, responsive, very easy check in, accommodates all your needs. Arranged our transfer to the airport with a great and helpful driver who was in time. Akif helped us it's our luggage, and showed everything around and his stunning terrace. The apartment is right in the center of Galata. Literally one minute from galata tower. Th place is right in the middle of the night life, but absolutely quiet if you close the window or it can be a wonderful place to list to the music and enjoy night life. It's right in the center of everything. From the terrace the view as good as from Galata tour, but it's free and you can see the city and the Bosporus... I only with a I can spend more time there. Definitely recommend. I wish more time there. Istanbul is a gem and I hope to be back ther