Bayram’s place is a good option for staying near Taksim square. Is cheap and 5 minutes away from the square, where you have easy transport to the airport. Location is good although the neighborhood is a little messy (It was safe though, in our brief experience). Breakfast it’s really good and it’s a lot of food (Great to start the day before a long day of walking). The room was ok, nothing special. The hosts were really helpful and they understand and speak english.