Staying in the main part of Istanbul can get pricey so this Airbnb is definitely a good alternative if you are trying to save money. Although it is about an hour walk from the tourist area, we enjoyed staying here for a month and spent most of our days grocery shopping and cooking. The apartment was very comfortable and we were very grateful to have it cleaned every week. The WiFi worked well for both of us to work and attend online classes. Staying here will definitely give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the culture and eat a lot of really good food from nearby restaurants.