Amazing place to stay. A great location and Isil must be the most welcoming host in Istanbul. She met me when I arrived, explained everything, where to go and how to get there, and took me out for a stroll around the area and to a local cafe. Balat is real old Istanbul, I took a million photos of the streets and the old houses. I didn't have much time so it was great that getting to the Blue Mosque and Haghia Sophia was easy and convenient. I'd definitely recommend staying here. Thankyou so much Isil.