We booked this place for our recent stay in Istanbul. It was our first time in this city and not knowing anything, it was a gamble. However, the flat is as shown in the photos, slightly smaller than it looks in the photos but, beautifully restored. Everything works and the location is amazing. Just a stones throw from Galata Tower and Karakoy.
The host was promptly there to meet us and share information. The house is gorgeously restored, albeit a bit creaky due to the old wood. The windows are not sound proof and you can hear the cars outside from time to time. It's located on a quiet street which is a bonus. It's a big city and some noise is to be expected from the building and the street.
Everything is within walking distance and there are fabulous restaurants and shops very close by. The street is being dug up at the moment but, the noise was low when we stayed there. Don't let that discourage you, as the area is amazing.
The host had left us coffee and other things and the bathroom was well stocked. The shower is amazing and, the kitchen is small but functional. The beds are very comfortable and the living room is nice, just wish they had a real comfy couch to lay on ;-) It's an apartment big enough for four.
All in all we enjoyed the stay and loved the area. Cafe Arada about 100m to the left of this apartment on the same street is a great place for huge Turkish / Lebanese breakfast or coffee and, there are tons of amazing cafes down the hill about 300m away in Karakoy. Walk up the hill and you have thousands of places to shop and eat all the way upto Taxim Square. You can also walk to the city center over the bridge from here in about 30-40mins. It's a great walk through Karakoy. If you like Bohemian neighborhoods then you will absolutely love it here.
Thank you for a lovely stay. We loved the area and loved the city.