This apartment is all about its amazing location. It is on a lovely local hill-street that connects the city's main walking boulevard (Istiklal) with the main artery road hugging the coast. It is a quick walk down to the bridge to the historic center of the Golden Horn, or a quick walk up to the shopping and nightlife along the Istiklal. It is also right by the tram line, or the Karakoy ferry which goes to the Asian side. The apartment is a comfortable, functional space. Feels like a real home. Kitchen suitable for normal basic cooking. Bathroom clean, with ample hot water and excellent water pressure. Bed is basic but very comfortable. Heating worked great in the middle of a giant blizzard! Couch and TV are a great chill-place. No noise issues. I stayed two weeks with my partner, and we loved it. A perfect crash-pad for after a long day of exploration of the city. Check-in was easy - the host met me exactly when I arrived. The host was helpful with everything I needed, and he speaks fine English.