Idil is a wonderful hostess, and it was an absolute pleasure to stay at her apartment. The apartment itself is very centrally located just a few steps away from Galata Tower, and in fact, there is a lovely view of the tower from the windows of the apartment. The apartment is large, clean, airy, decorated simply but artistically, and full of charm. Idil was extremely helpful, giving us loads of helpful information on things to see and do around Istanbul. She checked in with us from time to time to make sure that everything was ok, and really made us feel welcome. She went out of her way to work with our schedule, and could not have been more warm and friendly. I would stay at her apartment again in a heartbeat!