Loved every bit of my stay at Emir's place. View of the Bosphorous in the early morning or late evening from the little garden is itself worth a million dollar. The property is walking distance from the bus stop and the ferry station, which literally makes this property a perfect option for someone wanting to discover Istanbul like a local. I took a bus from the airport to Bestikas and also on my way back and both the times we were picked up and dropped by Emir & his dad.

This review will be incomplete without me thanking Emir's parents for the warm welcome they afforded us on our arrival & for sharing the fresh produce from their kitchen garden with us. These little thoughtful gestures make Emir a super host.