I couldn't be happier with my choice of place to stay in Istanbul. Both Idil and Başak were fantastic hosts who went above and beyond to make it a good stay, including helping with practicalities such as taxi on arrival and departure. The room is great and the apartment overall is spacious, light and clean, with a really nice atmosphere. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, and rather than just being a place to stay it became a favorite part of the travel experience. I also loved the location, especially for a longer stay. I can wholeheartedly recommend staying here, and I'm sure the other BIODA apartments would be good choices too.