AMAZING STAY! This location cannot be beat, even our tour guides and the locals we met said it’s the best neighborhood and they’re right!
PROS: Buses and trains about a 5 min walk, tons of shops and restaurants literally outside your door (we had breakfast at the Amelie cafe 2 days in a row, highly recommend!) the shower is amazing, the flat is spacious, clean, has lots of character, and the view from the rooftop terrace can’t be beat. Gözde was a great host as well and made sure everything was perfect during our stay.
CONS: The street outside the flat is a main route to the Galata tower and is very busy during the day and can be very noisy late into the night (we didn’t mind it, but if you’re looking for a quiet/peaceful neighborhood, this might not be for you).
Only other con is when coming from the train/Main Street, it’s an uphill climb to get to the flat. Lots of stairs or steep hills either way you go. We’re young and healthy so didn’t bother us but if you have mobility/joint issues, may be tough for you.
Overall cannot say enough good things about this flat and the location! We were talking about how nice it would be to rent it out for a few months and make it a temporary home in Istanbul. Will definitely stay again next time I’m back! :)