This apartment is perfectly located because it is 2 min walk to the Galata tower, in a street where lots of nice places to eat, drink and shop opened. In the perfect quiet corner of the area, in a beautiful street. It is a few mins from both Karaköy area (also start point to cross and go see historical area with bazars and mosques) and Istiklal street for shopping, bars and parties, which was perfect. The rooftop views are great, other reviews scared me, going there is indeed a few stairs but not that difficult!! The appartement is shoe free which I liked, it accommodates comfortably 4 people, 2 bathrooms with showers and restrooms which is appreciable even though they are rustic and a bit shabby (but again.. you have 2!). Akif has been great during the whole stay: perfect checkin coordination, sent lots of tips, and supported us sending someone that arrived 10 mins after we signaled an issue with hot water. Great host and great stay! Thank you Akif!