The location of this apartment is in a quiet old district, which has great character and very interesting in itself, but is also easily accessible to the main tourists sights, a short bus ride away (or a good walk along the waterfront if you are so inclined). Everything ran smoothly thanks to our host and Mustafa. All their information and help was most appreciated. (Helping us get to and from airport was also a bonus for us.) There are friendly local shops very near for basic supplies and nice cafes at the bottom of the hill, so have a good look around rather than rushing straight off to Taksim Square. Even though we don't speak Turkish, people were very helpful. The apartment was clean and comfortable (with a very good hot shower) and it was very pleasant to eat on the rooftop terrace at dusk.