Great location. Lots of cafes, barbershops, and restaurants within one or two blocks. Two metro lines are within 10 mins walk and ferry station if you want to take a ride to the Asian side of Istanbul. Banu was super responsive. She also has a team she works with that is available for you. When I had any questions about local recommendations or luggage storage they were there for me. Don't miss had press juicer. You can buy pomegranates at the grocery store nearby and make great juice at home.