I was visiting from the US for a little over two weeks. Since this was a family trip, it was extremely important to me to make sure that the place is a great one. This apartment is next to Taksim square which gives you the luxury of having access to the metro station and other touristic areas. The place itself was clean and spacious. The amenities were plenty and in case something was needed, the host would respond to it immediately. The best part of the experience however was the host, Yakup. He is a genuine and trustworthy gentleman who sees his guests as friends. He goes above and beyond to make sure that you are comfortable and happy. He gives you as much guidance as you need. He even gave us a free tour of the neighborhood. Also, he is extremely responsive to requests. I will be going back to Istanbul again and for sure will stay with Yakup. Thus, I highly recommend Yakup and his place to anyone visiting Istanbul.