The apartment is very well placed for being in a busy city - it’s on a side street with no through traffic. It ticked all the boxes for me - It was spotlessly clean, simple and stylish. The flat and building were very quiet - there is small corner food shop very nearby where you can get all the basics. The curtains kept the apartment dark enough for those that prefer a dark room when sleeping. The shower/hot water had plenty of pressure.
It was warm when we were there - so we left the windows open 24/7- as it’s on the 3rd floor this is not a problem. There are two small balconies to enjoy the morning sun and views of the Bosphorus Straits. i was woken up by the call to prayers on the first to nights, but quickly got used to it - and I could have closed the windows.
The area itself is great for small boutique shops, cafes, and bars. It’s also a few streets away from a tram stop - Tophane - which made things very easy. Galata Tower very nearby.
I’ll stay again when I am back if it’s free!