Ideal for short as well as for long trips. Imagine it as a compact flat within a typical Istanbul neighborhood. The view is amazing and the islands are not far from the place. If you are planning to stay on the Anatolian side near the airport and want to explore the surroundings and historical monuments then this is your place, otherwise also very good if you use it as a secure place to crush when you get back from the buzzing western part. Within a 20-25 minute walk you can reach Bagdat caddesi with great bars, bookshops and cozy cafés. The metro station is also near that shopping street. All in all great for explorers.