I loved this little flat. Cute, in a great part of the city (winding streets and cute cafes galore), and convenient distance from Taksim. One of my favorite moments of the trip was listening to the 10:15pm call to prayer on the balcony right outside the bedroom window. You might need to practice the locks on the outside and inside doors a few times (they can be tricky!) but otherwise getting in and out is not a problem. Basak was a lovely host, communicating clearly and helpfully from end to end. Great place to stay if you're in Istanbul!