The place is amazingly located. Nearby you find good breakfast restaurant, bakery and supermarket. Eventhough at first sight it doesn't seem as clean and fancy on the outside. Don't worry about it, after knowing the area you will be glad to be there near everything. Within walking distance you will get to Taksim square, or Galata Tower. Amazing restaurants (rooftops) (make sure to make reservations for the night so that you can enjoy amazing views) in the apartment you will find everything you need. The owner and the people that help around are very nice and will be there for you of you need anything. During our two weeks there they helped us out with many things like laundry or electricity adapters for our stuff. We can recommend this place enough and will definitely come back in the future. Also public transportation is very accessible and close to the apartment. Do your research and you will have an amazing time here. Enjoy!!!