The host's mother greeted us and explained the apartment really well. We talked on the phone with the host as well. The apartment is spotless and looks very newly renovated. The bed was wonderful. The memory foam pillows were awesome...we never used them before and are now looking to purchase some for our bed at home. The neighborhood was nice. Close to Taksim Sq and the Havatas bus that brings you from the airport. If I stayed in Istanbul again, I would stay closer to the old city though as we had a 2 year old and getting back and forth from the sights took about 20-30 minutes which would be nice to avoid. I would definitely stay here though if I needed to stay near this area of Istanbul. This place was the best kept apartment we've ever stayed in. Thanks.