Our stay with Ali and his family was excellent, making our visit to Istanbul all the more enjoyable. The double-bed room with en-suite was very clean and comfortable, including fridge, kettle, tv, safe and small seating area. We enjoyed his traditional Turkish breakfast and coffee, prepared on request. He is a very accommodating host, and we enjoyed sharing meals and conversation, though we had plenty of privacy. He provided a city guidebook and map, and the location is perfect, in a quiet residential neighborhood a short walk from the major sights of Old City. Ali's place is a great value for the area, and a great opportunity to meet a wonderful family who enjoy meeting people and sharing their culture. Truly an exceptional travel experience!