This is a beautiful apartment with great character right in the center of Istanbul activity, especially the nightlife. As other reviews also say, the sound from nearby nightclubs is ever present in the living room area of the apartment as the windows open up to the street below. But the bedroom is quiet and they also provide a sound machine. I also came prepared and slept with earplugs and slept soundly throughout my stay. Great amenities, strong shower and super comfy bed. Bottom line, if you want to be right in the middle of Istanbul nightlife (as I did) and walking distance to many of the city's historic sites and transportation, then Julia and Tarkan's apartment is the place to be.