We went to Istanbul for a 10 day vacation and loved our stay in Kadikoy. The apartment is gorgeous and is in a historical building (built during the times of the Ottoman Empire!). The location is perfect. There are plenty of cafes within a 3 minite walk, grocery stores, market places and bazaars. It's a 5 minute walk to the ferry which can take you to Sultanahmet, Princes' Islands, and everywhere else. There is a shuttle from the airport right to the neighborhood. 10 out of 10 for me! Thank you so much Tugba and Ata for the amazing stay!