Apt’s right on Istiklal, so very noisy. But biggest reason is b/c there’s disco right next to backroom and it continued like that until 6 am everyday, incl work days. Apt’s also on 4 floor with no elevator, another factor to take into account. Gülşen said nothing about noise or lack of elev.
Gülşen offered ear plugs, but it was only one pair, so first night we got very little sleep. He arranged more earplugs next day, which were very helpful. I think without those silicon earplugs it would have been impossible to stay there.
Another issue was coldness due to bathroom window being left open and holes in walls through which AC tubes got into apt. Gülşen arranged those holes plugged and it became warmer eventually. But on Day 2 electric combi heater broke down and we slept in cold apt.
In fairness to Gülşen, he dealt with all issues promptly and overall we were happy we stayed at his place. Next time we would just pick another of his places, since he’s very good as a host.