A lovely bohemian apartment in an interesting part of Istanbul. The apartment is up a steep hill, and taxis may be reluctant to go all the way up. We found the area, with its restaurants, cafes and antique shops to be fascinating. Getting from Balat to Sultanahmet is very straightforward, and we used the apartment as a base to explore several different areas of Istanbul. It is a great city to visit, and this apartment is great value for money and gives you an insight into how some local people live.