We stayed on top floor (9th) which had great view of the little Bosphorus. Short walk to public transport, and central for fish restaurants.
The street below seems filled with trades supply shops. So not so classy however safe to walk around
Hotel has a decent restaurant on top terrace with great views while dining. Breakfast was great and lunch and dinner is avail with the typical menu of kofte, fish, chicken and salads and beverages
Staff was helpful
One thing to note, if your a/c is not working, just ring the reception as they have a seperate switch
If you travelled with the bus from airport, get off at taksim however the you may find it hard to get a taxi, you need to walk to corner in the direction of hotel.
And if you are lucky enough to get a taxi they will charge a fixed rate (not meter), at the time of this note cabbie asked 100tl, approx $4usd. Which is a fair price but if you can convince one to take you