Merve's apt is located in a quiet and hip neighborhood. That are a lot of coffee shops and local eateries within minutes. It is also about 10 minute walk from Tophane tram station. The view from the balcony is spectacular and one of the best view we've had from anywhere in Istanbul. The flights of stairs to apt is not so bad, but the you do need to climb from the tram station and to the cafes nearby. All in all it's a great place to stay and we'd gladly do it again.