A great place right in the heart of the city (Sultanahmet area). Easy walk to many sights. We really enjoyed the free Turkish breakfast every morning and beautiful views of the Bosphorus from the breakfast terrace. The guesthouse's front door is locked at all times and the reception staff let you in when you ring the bell. We felt safe because that way only hotel guests could get inside. Overall, this place was a great deal! The cons are: The rooms are smaller than they may appear in the photos and have dim lighting. Also, you may hear other guests walking up and down. The ceilings are pretty low if you are a tall person. As other comments say, there is a bit of a smell from the bathroom sink due to the old Istanbul sewage system. Also, dragging suitcases may be difficult because of the cobblestone roads in that part of Istanbul - better get a ride to and from the hotel.