Perfect place for your Istanbul vacation. This place has everything you need and some. It is exactly how you see it in the pictures no surprises. Its located right next to Galata Tower and has amazing shops and restaurants all around. It's a 10 min taxi drive to the Sultanahmet(Blue Mosque) and Aya Sofia Mosque, aswell as the grand bazar and spice bazar. I highly recommend going to Topkapi Palace/Museum to see the history and artifacts from the Great Ottoman Empire and also to see ancient religious artifacts like Prophet Moses's Staff and Prophet Muhammad swords and other personal items. Tram access is only 2 min away. I would highley recommend uber for families with young children because of the uphill walk to get back to the apartment. Fatih and Melis were amazing and always available to answer any questions or help with arrangements. I lost my backpack in a taxi and called Fatih and he immediately started calling the taxi companies trying to put a notice out. Luckily I went back to were the taxi dropped me off and the taxi driver was there waiting for me. Also right outside your door is Charlie Chocolate Factory cafe and couple of other cafes and a grocery store two houses down. I would highly recommend this place, just staying here is an experience in itself. I will definitely be back to visit.