*stayed 6 nights as a solo woman traveller in the end of September*
Honestly, that was one of the best Airbnb experience! Don't miss a chance to stay-like-a-local and feel the Beyoglu vibes!
This place is unique:
1. Flat - artistic interior with history and soul in every detail. Cosy atmosphere, I felt like home since the first day! Enough big and not too big - perfect for solo travellers! Clean and eco-friendly.
2. Location - central but still quiet and safely. It's right in the heart of Chihangir, in 10 min walk to Taksim square, 5 mins walk to Tophane tram stop, 20 min enjoyable walk to Galata tower. Lot of coffee shops, bars, cafes, shops, groceries and 2 supermarkets nearby. Walk everywhere to explore the Istanbul soul!
3. Hospitality - oh.., Guliz, you are one of the best host I ever meet! She is respectful to guest privacy and open for sharing time with you. From the moment I've made the booking Guliz give me a lot of attention and hospitality. She met me on he bus station in late evening. As soon as we met, I felt - she is a unique Istanbul citizen! First morning Guliz made and share a traditional Turkish breakfast with me and we were drinking coffee and chat for a couple of hours. There are so many interesting themes she can talk about! One eve we spend together and were enjoying Turkish mezes, drink, talk, laugh, even dance!)) She was so kind to share a jeans with me due to I felt cold and has no warm clothes.
4. Cons - the only minus was the construction's noise since 8-9 in the morning till 6 in the evening. Of course, you should understand, that the onl thing Guliz can do - beware you of that. That was okay for me. If you planning to explore the city since early morning till sunset or late - you won't hear anything.)
Istanbul now is in my "world's best places" list!