Ali and Barbaros' apartment was perfect for us for a week in Istanbul: in a quiet, 'real'/non-touristy area that was still surrounded by the wonderful Old City. As hosts they were nothing but welcoming and helpful, and Ali - with whom we engaged in person - was nothing short of one of the most dedicated AirBnB hosts that I have encountered; it felt throughout that there was nothing that he would not have done to help us if we needed it. Thoroughly recommended, we loved it.