I had a lovely time staying in Can's room. His parents, who actually hosted me, are delightful artists and both very welcoming and respectful of my space. They also have some very cute and friendly pets. It is in a very beautiful part of Istanbul, on the Bosphorus, and immediately next door to the Rumeli Hisan fortress. It is a long way into town if you want to go to the Taksim pubs and clubs, but there are buses easily available. More importantly, this part of town has it's own charms, and wonderful restaurants and nightlife in nearby places such as Bebek.