Maha and Chiko's (Cemil) place is RIGHT NEXT TO Galata Tower. This made it very easy to find and a convenient location as well. The view from the room - and from the rooftop terrace especially is really wonderful, especially at sunrise. This location is best for very mobile people as you can walk down to Karakoy and on to the bridge and Eminonou quite quickly if you are not afraid of Istanbul's hills! Not a whole ton of restaurants in this area, but some nice ones. Overall a very good good place to stay, especially if you know Istanbul a little bit already. Cemil responds very quickly to questions.