I really loved staying with Eray! He is an amazing host who keeps the flat perfectly clean and neat, is very sensitive to guest needs, ready to give advice or even a tour if you ask for it or give you private space if that is what you look for. The flat is located on a hill close to an astonishingly beautiful viewpoint. You can not have the whole view from the flat, but you can see both the Asian and European sides of Istanbul from this viewpoint 20 meters from the place. The flat is surrounded by very hip cafes and bars as well as it is in high proximity to Taksim square and other sightseeing spots. So you are basically in the heart of the city. I would love to stay at Eray's again if I am back in Istanbul and can surely recommend his place:)