Cihan’s place is conviniently located in walking distance to Istiklal street (5 min), Taksim square (15 min) and Galata tower (15 min). Few minutes walking is public transport stops to reach other sides of the city. I wouldn’t say it is super safe area by nights, but till midnight you can walk freely. Street has number of cafes to have breakfast or dinner at. Downstairs 2 grocery stores and every Sunday local farm market is taking place just few blocks away.
Appartment is in a safe building with locked entrance. Building has an elevator, so in case having heavy luggage it is easy to reach the appartment. It is sunny and cosy. You will have separate room and your own key, so you’ll be able to come and go whenever you need. Cihan and Nina the Cat are living in other room.
Cihan speaks english fluently. He is friendly, polite, accommodating and quick to respond to any questions. He is also flexible with check-in and check-out time, which was extremely helpful. I'm so grateful as Cihan helped me a lot during and after my stay at his home. I stayed at Cihan’s place two times during my long Turkey journey and I’m glad to have now real friend in Istanbul.
Wishing you great experience with airbnb and gaining more and more new friends from around the world!