Hikmet was very welcoming, and took time to receive each of the two separate groups that my friends and I formed to come to his flat. On the second day, Hikmet cooked a breakfast for us on the terrace, a very good experience with some local food we didn't know.
The area is very nice, while busy and tortuous, so be sure to contact Hikmet if you get lost! It is very well located, close to the historical landmarks of the old city, all reachable walking.