The apartment is centrally located, very close to Taksim Square, a metro station and Istiklal street. In close proximity, there is a bunch of doner stands and small stores which are open 24/7. There is a great borek place just a minute away. The area is very busy and bustling with life so if you are looking for peace and quiet, this may not be a good option for you.
The apartment is in a historic building and, as described by other visitors, it is very cool, spacious and clean. It had everything we needed, even a washer and dryer. We did not use the kitchen so not sure how well it was stocked but with so many food options in the area, I can’t imagine that anyone would ever need to use it. The beds were very comfortable and even though it was cold and snowing when we arrived, the apartment was nice and warm once we adjusted the temperature.
The host, Firat, was just wonderful! He was very responsive and helpful. He helped us find parking and gave us some great recommendations for restaurants and things to do. He was always checking on us to make sure we had everything we needed. Do not hesitate to message him if you have any questions about the city or the apartment. Make sure to read the booklet he left with instructions as well. It will answer a lot of your questions.
We were traveling with kids and felt very safe in the area even though we were exploring the city until late at night. I highly recommend this place. This was one of the best Airbnb experiences we’ve had. Thanks, Firat!