i have stayed in istanbul many times, from Taksim to Beyoğlu and this place was bar the quietest area and not as ‘scary’
The room was nice and clean, but only a few pots and pans to cook with, not really enough if you’re wanting to cook for yourself. The bed was also too hard for me, but that’s just my opinion.
A 5 minute walk from Osmanbey Metro and a Migros supermarket about a 2 minute walk, with a bus stop near too. You can also walk into Taksim in about 15 minutes. So the location is great.
Greeted on reception by an older gentleman when checking in, who was very friendly and helpful, he would also acknowledge us as we left and entered the building.
All in all it’s a great place to stay, and i probably would stay here again when next in Istanbul