Ilhan's place is absolutely stunning and our family of four could not imagine a more perfect place to stay in Istanbul!!! The location is so central that you can walk to most of the big tourist attractions. There's also a super convenient tram and the Metro at Taksim is just a few (very steep) blocks away. But you might not ever want to leave the apartment because the view from the large porch is so incredible!! Ilhan is s gracious and responsive host and pointed us to the best breakfast place right down the street and everything else we wanted to know despite his limited English. We hope to go back to Istanbul some day and to stay at Ilhan's place again!