Basma was a really nice host and welcomed us with tea/cake and a big smile. The small but very cozy 3 room apartment is located in the neighborhood Fatih and has lots of Arab and Turkish restaurants and cafes nearby. The apartment is close to the tram station but also to a lot of Istanbul attractions. Basma gave us lots of local information about Istanbul but unfortunately she had to leave on the next day due to personal reasons. If you're not looking for a posh place and have a small budget, then Basma's place is just perfect.