I liked this place a lot. It is very close to Istiklal. Tarlabasi (the place where the apartment is) a little run-down part of the Beyoglu; but his apartment is very close to the main artery and it felt safe.

The building is very updated and clean. It had the comforts of an at least 4 star hotel room. It was very quiet, so you can have good night's sleep. Guven was always around even though we did not need much of his assistance (but he was kind enough to provide a nice umbrella). One tip: They have hair dryer.