Just bumping to feed my curiosity as I just took advantage of
NW's deal to IST.

I'm still debating whether to go with the Sheraton and after looking at Boulder101 review (great summary btw ^), I'm a bit wary of staying in this property. Unfortunately I don't have status w/ any other chain which has me being all stubborn on sticking with *wood.
The overview page of the Sheraton Maslak mentions that it is 5 minutes from the Levent underground station. Has any FTer try this route and if so, is it bearable? Please bear with me as I'm still getting acquainted w/ Istanbul's public transportation system.
Boulder101 mentions of a shuttle to Taksim that runs 4 times a day, does anyone know of the times?
Thanks in advance.