1st time in Istanbul. We had a wonderful time partly because the location was close to many places just by walking. The first night here we took a tour on the water which was less than a 5 minute walk. There are close places for groceries and shopping in Taksim is uphill but once you get there its a neat experience. Great coffee shops nearby for those who like good coffee. The room was very comfortable and clean. We used the laundry facilities in the building which were a great help. Overall a fantastic experience!!