This is a wonderfully located apartment in a tall narrow building called Galata Suites, just around the corner from Galata Tower and the price is also very reasonable. It was also very clean. Unfortunately the street is home to lots of little electrical supply shops each of which has several men sitting outside drinking tea which can make it uncomfortable walking past them every day. They do not say anything, they are just chatting with each other or people watching but it's a narrow street and it makes you feel very noticeable/awkward. I don't think this would be a problem for anyone but perhaps not a suitable location for young women. The street is blocked by delivery vans so no access except by walking. The one bedroom apartment was clean and the bed comfortable. It sleeps 4 however the bathroom is in the bedroom so would really only work if the others are your children. There is an elevator which is a plus and airconditioning in both the bedroom and sitting room. No washer/dryer but there is a laundry/dry cleaner around the corner where you can drop off your laundry for them to do for you. TL10 per kilo. Lots of restaurants, cafes and shops around, very central to Istiklal Street, Taksim, Sishane metro, the funicular and 10 minutes downhill walk to Tophane tram station or Karikoy pier. All in all a nice stay.