I spent three nights in Handan’s comfortable and airy apartment that is very suitably located for eating, shopping, entertainment, and exploring Istanbul. The 10-minute walk to several ferry landings makes the location particularly attractive.

My room, which as my neighbors’ (also airbnb guests) room opened to the spacious roof terrace, had a beautiful view on the central shores of European Istanbul, and the sunset was a treat, too. It being August, the room was exposed to hours of afternoon sunshine, against which the shutters offer some protection.

Handan is an easy-going, very friendly and helpful host, and I enjoyed our conversations. I would like to revisit!