Emin's place is in a great location, just 4 minutes away from the middle of Istiklal Avenue. The neighbourhood itself is quiet with a lovely little restaurant, bakery (Borek/Baklava/Simit) and a couple of grocery stores within a few steps from the apartment.
Emin and Mahir are both super welcoming and helpful, as are Istanbul people in general.
The apartment itself could do with some attention, however we had a very comfortable time there for nearly 3 weeks. The best things about the apartment are the aircon, the shower and the super comfortable bed/s.
A very cosy, affordable and well located apartment from which to experience Istanbul.