Hasan is an outstanding host, best I’ve ever met via Airbnb. He even had a spare Istanbulkart for me to use, which was very thoughtful and useful! He gave me advice on how to get around, provided hotel-style toiletries and slippers, and generally did everything to make me feel at home. It’s these little touches that really stood out to me - not every host does that for his guests. Not to mention, when my flight from Istanbul got cancelled he easily agreed to host me for another day. I ended up staying at the airport hotel but the fact that he was willing to stay up till late at night to meet me if necessary says a lot.
His apartment is very clean, and the location is top notch: close to subway, tram, ferry, short walking distance from İstiklal and in a very safe and chic neighborhood. Plenty of stores, cafes and pubs around. Great experience in and out, will definitely stay there again when in Istanbul.