Perfect location, only a 5 min walk to taksim square. The apartment has everything you would need for a trip from utensils to laundry items. The host is very fast at responding to needs but face to face communication might be slightly difficult to those who dont speak Turkish. Sleeping in the living room might also be disturbing some times during the night because of people and cars going outside. Grocery stores and everything you need is at a walking distance. It is in the basement but it is well ventilated. 100% recommended!