Damir's flat is great and spacious, clean, and a stones throw from istiklal. Cabs are always available downstairs for those long distance drives and it is a well known street so getting lost is usually impossible. It is 5 floors up, so taking luggage up and down can be taxing, but apart from that, a great option if you want to stay in a clean, spacious apartment with all modern amenities, close to all the action.
Damir himself is really nice and laid back, and I'll definitely come back to stay at his place next time.