Camila's place—in a charmingly historic apartment building with a sweet old elevator— is very spacious, light-filled, and tastefully decorated. The renovated, modern bathroom and kitchen seamlessly blend with the rest of the apartment's historic details, notably the parquet floors and geometric Turkish tiles. The abundance of plants elevate the space further, making it even cozier and more welcoming. The vista from the dining and living room windows is stunning, with Galata Tower and the Golden Horn in view. It was a great pleasure to return to Camila's apartment each night after running around bustling Istanbul.
The neighborhood is also ideal. Cihangir is very central, a short walk to more touristic areas like Galata, Istiklal Street and even Taksim Square, but remains peaceful and very local-feeling. There are a number of great restaurants, cafes and antique shops at your doorstep. Taxis pass by frequently to take you to further off destinations like Sultanahment, and a nice walk down the hill brings you to a tram station that will quickly bring you to the historic heart of the city, Eminonu.
I can't say enough good things about this apartment. This was my third visit to Istanbul and Camila's place was without a doubt my favorite Airbnb.