I stayed in this apartment for 4 nights with my husband and our friend. The space was clean, conveniently located, safe, and exactly what we needed during a few days of sight seeing in Istanbul. Volkan was very responsive when coordinating check in and check out times which made our travels stress free. We could walk 15 minutes to Taksim Square or the shopping area of Istiklal and continue exploring other neighborhoods. It was also easy to get back in the evenings using buses, metro or taxis. There were plenty of places to get groceries, dinner or just a cup of tea right on the same block. Each bedroom was just right for two people with room for luggage and hanging some clothes. Though the living room/ kitchen area is small, it was sufficient for 3-4 people to sit and relax after a day of walking around the city. The apartment was at the top of a steep spiral staircase which added to the charm -- but I do not recommend it to any one with mobility concerns. A good value for the price!