Very cosy, exceptionally clean place with comfy beds and amazing common terrace with a 360 view on the city. Two showers were very convenient for a group of guests getting ready simultaneously in the morning. The area is the most lively and vibrant Galata: there are loads of cafes and coffeeshops around, which was very convenient for us since some of us were working remotely.
For all the early birds (which is i am so it was not a downside for me) there is a minaret very close to the windows, so be ready to be woken by the prayer very early in the morning. I like to wake up early so it was fine for me. And some of my friends haven't heard it at all.
Ferhat is an amazing host, very friendly, hospitable and polite. He was very kind and helpful throughout our satay.
It was a great stay, and i would highly recommend Ferhat as a host and this place as a perfect base in Istanbul