The description of the apartment was accurate. The apartment was clean and well equipped. We were glad of the fans / air conditioning. We were picked up at the airport and spoke briefly to Elif by telephone.

The area was excellent with lots of cafes, bars, restaurants and shops all very close. We made good use of transport (trams and funicular railway) to visit the historic sites and return. We enjoyed the area around the Galata Tower and the small independent shops.