Couldn’t be in a more perfect location - european cosmopolitan neighbourhood filled with fun side streets with cool cafes and boutiques. Easy walk down to tram stop to cross river to blue mosque, grand bazaar, hagia sophia etc. Short walk up to a main shopping strip. Quite a hilly area so be prepared to hike the cobble stone streets.
Overall the apartment was bit grimy and could do with a good clean but if you’re not fussy, it adds to the artisan flare of the place. The appartments interior is extremely spacious and well thought out, a piece of art in every nook which makes for a unique stay. Kitchen was not very well equipped for cooking a basic meal and some utensils, cutlery & plates were dirty. Appartment was also missing a number of essential items (toilet paper, bath mat, dish washing liquid, tea towels & extra bin liners) which would have made the stay more comfortable.
Great wifi, good shower pressure, comfy queen bed with sturdy pillows, nice linen and towels.
If I stayed again I would probably book the next floor up as the basement was pitch black and dead silent at night time and we found it kind of scary.
James has a great list of tips and tricks to get you started in Istanbul. Some awesome restaurant and roof top bar suggestions too. Helpful guy who always responded quickly to our messages.