If you like Soho or Montmartre Ali's lovely apartment is for you!
First he's a great host, freely shares his considerable knowledge of Istanbul and is just a very interesting guy all around - with great art.
The apartment is light and spacious with wonderful windows all around. The bedrooms are comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped (no oven). Al the other amenities were there and functioning perfectly.
As its a corner apartment you have great views of Cihanger - one of the best and "hippest" areas of the city. There is so much to do you'll have trouble doing it all but suffice it to say everything you could need is within walking distance. Taksim Square, the heartbeat f the city. is a 15 minute walk.
For those who might be worried about climbing hills this apartment is ideal. Not only does it have an elevator, you can easily get around the neighborhood without climbing hills.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Ali's apartment and will book it again next time we're in Istanbul.