It is a basement apartment in a safe and quiet area close to local shops. It is located on a very steep hill so won't suit everybody. It is nice and quiet so good for sleeping. I found the bed good and the wife found it a little hard. It is nice and warm and has aircon if needed. The host was very helpful and friendly and although English is not their first language we managed to communicate. It has a good washing machine, dish washer, fridge freezer and decent cooking facilities ~ although it is cheap to eat out. The host helpfully offered an istanbul travel card that multiple people could use to get around on public transport.