Staying in Emel's apartment was a great experience for me. Since it was my first visit to Istanbul, I think that better place to live in almost 2 weeks was very difficult to find in this huge metropolis. The best thing about the place is its perfect location - everything is near, the tram. station, different food markets, Turkish restaurants, Taksim square with its metro lines, the sea which you can see from the window!! Emel is an amazing host, very nice and polite, always ready to help about some 'Visit İstanbul' suggestions & advices (if being asked) or to listen patiently to my excitement about the city and what I visited every day. Drinking Turkish coffees with her and Selin in the evenings and talking about İstanbul and life generally were precious moments for me. The apartment is big, very clean and full of natural light 'cause there are big windows all over the place. It is equipped with absolutely everything you need for life. And what I especially liked in it is a beautiful decoration and furniture in the apartment, making you feel so comfortable while staying in it. The lovely and comfy guest's room with a big balcony full of flowers and sitting and resting on it every day before and after exploring İstanbul, was as wonderful as the city and my host Emel itself. I would certainly like to stay here again when I come to Turkey next time.. Soon I hope :)