As we expected from the photos, the interior of this property is more similar to a hotel than somebody's home, with the absence of a full kitchen and lounge etc. It does have tea/coffee making facilities and a fridge, and it has some unique touches that a hotel wouldn't. The exterior is quaint and homely.

It is impeccably clean and tidy, and well laid out, with ample room for your luggage and to move around. The shower is hot and powerful, and bed is very comfortable, with the room being exceptionally quiet, ensuring a good nights sleep. The apartment is also very secure, with several decent locks.

Now onto the standout selling points of this place, it's location and it's host. Nestled in a quiet spot just minutes walk from the coast and a new popular boutique strip with nice cafe's, bars and restaurants, and a (tourists) market. It's also barely 5 minutes walk from the major Sultanahmet sights of the Blue Mosque, Haggia Sofia and Topkapi Palace, among others. It's about 30-40 minutes walk from Beyoglu (new town strip/area), or a 5min/15Lira cab ride.

Tansel is an incredibly welcoming,friendly and helpful host, giving useful and impartial advice and recommendations. He's always at the end of the phone to assist and checks your have all you need, including supplying a local mobile phone and transport cards on arrival.

A great place to stay if you intend to be out and about exploring most of the day/evening and need a quiet, comfortable and handy place to sleep. Great value too. Thanks Tansel