Basma was a great host, not only did she give me a map, guide book, and a metro card to use while I was here, but her hospitality spilled over to the other guests and I made new friends and had a blast exploring the city with some of the other airbnb-ers. She even made us all dinner one night. It's a small apartment and it's usually a full house, so it's not for everyone, but if it's your first time in Istanbul or traveling alone, you can't beat Basma!