9 nights were probably the longest I've had when it comes to staying at an Airbnb apartment. And picking Kerem's apartment in Beşiktaş has proven to be the perfect choice. I actually felt at home

Neighborhood and location wise - Beşiktaş is my favorite area. Not touristy, yet lively in its own way. The apartment is located just off of an avenue (away from noise), yet you are only 5-10 minutes walking towards the bus stop, the ferry station, as Beşiktaş is a major transportation hub. Cafés, restaurants, pubs, mini markets, and grocery stores are all within walking distance from the apartment

Now onto the apartment - it's pretty much as accurate as the photos. Bed and shower are comfortable. The flat gets cleaned and the sheets/towels get changed after a couple of days. There is no washer but there's someone who can take your laundry and do it for you. The kitchen is minimal, but there are utensils enough for you to make simple meals/breakfast or coffee

Communication with Kerem has been good, from before making the reservation to the day I checked out. Got to meet Kerem briefly face to face - nice fella. And my stay wouldn't be comfortable, if Ibrahim, Kerem's trusted assistant, wasn't there helping & showing me around the neighborhood. I would most likely come back and stay with Kerem's Beşiktaş apartment if I ever return to the city