I stayed here for a week during Easter break and I can highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to be in the heart of the action in Istanbul. The apartment is centrally located and a stones throw from the historic Galata Tower. The area is great for shopping and coffee hopping. We particularly liked the unassuming breakfast place just across the street beside the barbers. It's called Galata Çaycısı. We went there almost every day for a wonderful Turkish breakfast.
Communication with the host was fantastic. They even arranged a taxi for us to the airport.
One thing I would recommend to anyone interested in staying here beware of the cobbled streets if you have big suitcases. Best to get a taxi from the airport or from Taksim Square. We struggled when we arrived to haul our suitcases across the cobbled streets.
That said, it was well worth it. We really truly enjoyed our stay here.
Muchas gracias Han!