I can definitely recommend Pera Colour House to everyone planning to visit Istanbul ! The place is very warm, cozy, stylish and clean! It had everything we needed. It is conveniently located just 8-10 minutes walking from the main shopping street and from other attractions of Taksim. Although the place is not exactly an apartment but more of a hotel unit, it definitely felt like home. The bed and the couch are very comfortable. The owner and his assistant both were accessible and easy to communicate with. We felt very welcomed there. The night before checking out we found a gift from the owner at our door - a huge box of super delicious local cookies baked at Ilhan's own bakery (if I understood it correctly). It was a pleasant and touching surprise! Whenever I am back in Istanbul I will stay at Pera Color House again!