Gok was a great host. Helped me out a lot and the place is really cozy. Despite being very close to Istiklal Caddesi or Taksim it is a very calm location so you don't get distracted by noise outside. So I definitely do recommend it as a spot to start exploring İstanbul from, since it is rather close to most touristic places or it is close to the public transport system so traveling from and to this place is really easy.