Arrived in istanbul taksim. The apartment was beautiful. I felt like it was the best apartment compared to the 2 hotels i had stayed before. Service was great.The Reception always able to convey in english so language was not an issue. For apartment the security was good. So your safe in the rooms was secured pefectly. As well as you needed a door code to get in the building. It was a slight walk in to the city square or from the metro. However being a slight walking distance meant you can sleep in the night. Do try to avoid getting the basement rooms. Overall this place was great!