Every post here is not an advertisement, but the fact! We received a warm welcome, great hospitality and all the support from Halil, who is a really amazing host. His apartment we stayed in as a family (four adults and two children) is located very close to Taksim in a quiet neighborhood. We found it absolutely clean and tidy, and very comfortable as we had everything available there. The apartment is in the way it has been described and picturized here. We wouldn't desire anything better! No concerns or complaints for our whole stay (of 10 unforgettable days!) there. Now we know where we would be staying at during our future visits to Istanbul. My sincere and deeper gratitude to Halil for being such a great person and host. I would strongly recommend everyone to stay at his premises, and you would regret it.