I am so happy I decided to stay at Mert's place. It was a last minute booking as my plans suddenly changed. I couldn't have picked a better place to stay. Mert is a great host. He is very helpful, attentive, and always available to answer questions. He goes out of his way to make sure you have everything you need. I felt like I was staying with a long time friend. The apartment is in quiet neighborhood kind of in the middle of a very busy area. It's near the seaside and a main road where you can ride a mini bus to many parts of Kadikoy. The apartment itself is spacious, clean, and comfy. Mert gave me free roam in his home. I had access to the kitchen and fridge, wash machine, living room, balconies, you name it. To sum it up, I will always consider Mert's place whenever I am in Istanbul. And if I don't stay at his place, I will still call him to see if he wants to hang out!!!