I was skeptical of the 5 star rating to be honest but it was just about as perfect. Beste can speak and understand english which is a big sigh of relief in this city. She kept checking on me for any assistance that I may need and went out of her way to help. Highly recommended for solo female travellers as the building and the locality gives u a sense of safety plus there’s a hospital right on the street to Milda’s so you are always under a watch. The locality is in close proximity to Istiklal Street, where one can easily get a bus or a metro to almost anywhere in Istanbul from, as well as Tophane tram station. Cihangir has numerous food options for every budget and there are two corner shops right on the turn to the street. I couldn’t have asked for a better stay and Milda’s will always be my first home in Istanbul