We had a wonderful stay; the location is super and the room is great. Close to Istiklal street (2 min walking) , şişhane metro station (3 min walking), Tophane tram station (5 min walking), Galata tower (7 min walking) and 10 min walking to Taksim squer and metro station. Would definitely come back to Kürşad place , easy going host and quiet place. Best stay in Istanbul far now .