This is one of the honest reviews!!
For us, Faruk was a great host, he was so kind, my parents arrived too early to Istanbul and he let them in the apartment 5 hours before usual check-in time. The location of the apartment is ideal, Walking distances: 1 min away from Galata tower, 5-7 min away from Istiklal street, 3 min away from metro station Sishane, 10 min away from boat trips starting points.
Only thing annoying is that the apartment is smaller than the pictures, I wish this was more accurate, as I honestly couldn't see it in the pictures that the kitchen is in one room with the double bed, there's only a small passage that fits for one person between the bed and the walls of the room.
Despite this, the price was extremely fair, considering the strategic location, and if you're planning on going out all day and only returning to the apartment to sleep, then this apartment is a great choice because also it's in a calm area. with almost no car sounds at all.