We had a fantastic stay in Idil's charming flat. It has a lot of character and love and is located just off of the square where you can find Galata tower. Idil is a great host with tons of tips and a warm welcome to the city. She even prepared a small welcome snack for us. The neighborhood was fantastic--really trendy and up and coming with a fantastic selection of restaurants, bars, and general night life. Sultanahmet and the traditional tourist sights are just a 30 minute walk away during which you walk over Galata bridge and all the fishermen--a sight to behold all on its own. Could not recommend it more! Our group of 7 was very happy staying there.