Esra’s apartment was the perfect base to explore. She is a wonderful and thoughtful host. The apartment is in a small residential building in the Galata tower area. Whilst the building is run down like most in the area, the apartment has been incredibly restored and renovated to a glorious apartment with spectacular views. The furnishings are very high quality and very comfortable. There are a lot of stairs so it will not suit everyone. We loved our week there. Highly recommend guides Erk and Umit from Locally Istanbul and Su Yachts for a Bosphorus cruise. Esra’s apartment was even better than we expected and I am recommending it to all my friends. Thank you Esra.