Kerem's place is at a very convinient location at about 4-5 mins walk from Taksim square and the popular tourist spot the Istikaal street and about 20-25 mins walk to the Galata Tower. The locality has all the conviniences -varied types of eateries for food, ATMs, medical store, taxi and other public transport.
I had stayed in the rooftop accomodation. The room and the attatched private bath was sparkling clean with clean linen and towels provided. The room has a small balcony where one can enjoy fresh air.I stayed for three nights and the rooms were cleaned daily. The room has an air-conditioned, Television, a small kitchen area with basic cooking vessels and cutlery and plates in case you like to cook a small meal. It also has a refrigerator to keep cool water or aerated drinks. I was travelling alone and didn't really mind the fact that it was on the 4th floor. Kerem and Furkan did offer to help me with my bags to my room. The hosts were always available for any help as they are always there in a small office right next to the lobby.Even though the location is 3-4 mins from Taksim square it is very peaceful at night.
There is a small supermarket at a 2-3 min walking distance from the apartment and around the corner where one can buy fresh fruits and vegetables and other daily needs.
If you are a person who can really walk , from the location one can actually keep walking to -
1. Taksim square, Galata Tower, Bridge( cruise point), Topkachi palace, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque , hippodrome of Constantinople all on foot.
2. Taksim square, Galata Tower, bridge(cruise point), Grand Bazar.
The traffic at times gets a little unpredictable and it is always better to plan well in case you have any train or flight to take. The hosts will give the right advice on the same.
Overall a very pleasant stay at the rooftop accomodation and thanks to the very hospitable hosts Kerem and Furkan which made my trip to Istanbul truely memorable.