Garen was a great host for our group. In addition to providing us with a list of great nearby restaurants and activities, he arranged a shuttle service to pick us up directly from the airport. The flat is as described and very spacious, and is located within minutes of popular restaurants and bars in Beyoglu. The clothes washer/dryer was a huge plus for us. The surrounding area is run-down, however at no point did anyone in my group feel threatened or intimidated. Additionally, the flat itself has a faint musty smell, although this is most likely a product of the surrounding area or the building in which the flat is located. For the reasonable price that Garen charges, we highly recommend staying here!