Eyp is a wonderful host! The apartment has a lovely view of Galata tower. Perfect location for exploring Istanbul for first time visitors. On our first night we walked around the shops, ate at Antakya Mutfagi, visited Galata w/ our museum pass, and ended up at Nardis Jazz club. 2nd day we went to Blue Mosque, Topkapi, Grand Bazaar, and ended at the bars and restos of Karakoy where the locals hang. Bought the popular baklava of “Karaköy Güllüoğlu” and walked home. Btw, the cafe downstairs doesn’t close so you can grab something for midnight snack or early breakfast :-) We will definitely book this place again when we come back to Istanbul