Best of the best. I stayed for a week at this place. Location: safe neighborhood to keep you away from busy streets and 5 min walk to the waterfront, supermarket and bus stop nearby. Room: small but has everything needed, kitchen area in particular, newly decorated. Host: very responsive and considerate, giving local tips and helping me with taxi. I left my cellphone in the room when checking out. Mert went back to check immediately and drove all the way to give it back to me in the evening. Super nice guy. He is learning English but no problem with our commucation. I will definitely stay here again if I come back to Istanbul.