Location is about a 5 minute walk from İstiklal street. I was a single guy and was walking alone until early in the morning and never felt unsafe. Safe area but like any big city , I would avoid walking alone late at night especially if you’re a girl.
Place is clean, tastefully decorates and newly renovated. Mattress and pillows are very comfortable. Sheets were clean. Large bathroom that is fully renovated and modern and has a washer in it. Kitchen is also newly renovated. I really liked the place. It’s very spacious and can easily fit 4 people comfortably. Also has a nice city view from the windows.
There were a few random periods of time that power was lost. Usually for a short period of time (less than an hour). And WiFi is weak in the bedroom but strong in the common areas. It’s also on the fourth floor and no elevators.
There’s this restaurant called Dürümzade like five minutes away that was featured on Anthony Bourdains show. I went there like 6 times. So delicious. Overall the place was as expected and the hosts are great and very helpful. Sami helped me with all my questions and helped me arrange a taxi to take me to airport at five in the morning. Very nice guy. He’s available by phone also with any questions during your stay and very responsive.