I stayed at Alican's for 4 nights, from 14 August till 18 August; the view from the apartment to the Bosphorus was breathtaking. The location of the apartment is very strategic as it is close to the best clubs and restaurants in Istanbul. Alican made sure the apartment was clean, with towels | coffee | shampoo | extra sheets available.
Although I didn't meet Alican personally, but he was very helpful, always connected via whatsapp, and helping whenever I needed something.
The two inconveniences were (1) that the building had no elevator, the luggage had to be carried on the stairwell for 5 stories. The stairwell is pretty tight; (2) the shower is not isolated properly; so the water and soap slides into the bathroom, which makes it really uncomfortable to get dressed and walk out of the shower, especially that the only mirror is in the bathroom. But Alican promised he will fix this as soon as possible.
Overall, I would recommend this apartment, the view alone changes your mood.
Thank you...