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A hotel room with a bed, desk, and television.

A spacious room with a large ornate chandelier, green paneled walls, and a traditional wooden desk with chairs.

A multi-story building with a sign for Emerald Mansion Hotel.

A lobby with a marble floor, a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, a chandelier, a framed picture, and a patterned rug.

1. Emerald Mansion Hotel – Special Class

Istanbul City Center

Jason

$78

$87 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rooftop dining area with outdoor seating, a view of a historic building with domes and minarets, and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with a central chandelier, seating areas, and a jewelry display.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a sink, and a glass-enclosed shower. There is a view of a mosque through the window.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a mosque.

2. Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Istanbul City Center

Thomas

$134

$149 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A table set for dining with a view of a mosque with multiple minarets and domes in the background.

A hotel room with a large window overlooking a cityscape at night, a bedside lamp, a wooden headboard, and a bed with pillows.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, multiple floors, and illuminated windows.

A restaurant with a view of a cityscape and a mosque. Tables are set with wine glasses and plates.

3. Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Istanbul City Center

David

$114

$127 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A grand entrance with two large wooden doors, a chandelier, and a number '8' sign.

A balcony with a table and chairs, a vase of flowers, and a view of a building with balconies and windows.

A view through a window with multiple panes, revealing a cityscape with buildings, a church spire, and a body of water.

A dining area with a table set for two, featuring a meal, a fruit bowl, and a vase of flowers.

4. Blue Gilroy Hotel

Istanbul City Center

Baktiar

$60

$66 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A Grand Hyatt hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area with a large window.

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, a lamp, and a view of a building through a window.

A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining area.

5. Grand Hyatt Istanbul

Istanbul City Center

Shahbaz

$183

$203 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a fountain, and a building with a brick facade.

A lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a seating area with patterned chairs and a glass-top table.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.

A restaurant with tables and chairs, a view of the sea, and an exit sign.

6. Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class

Istanbul City Center

Laura

$87

$96 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A modern interior with a seating area, large windows, and a central archway.

A modern living room with two armchairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a high ceiling with a grid-like light fixture, and a view into a dining area.

A balcony with a view of a mosque with multiple domes and minarets, a table with a book and glasses, and wicker chairs.

7. Mövenpick Istanbul Old Town

Istanbul City Center

Usman

$128

$142 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A grand hall with a high ceiling adorned with circular light fixtures, a central seating area with tables and chairs, and a view of the sky through an arched opening.

A modern hotel balcony with lounge chairs, a small table, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, a bar area, and a view of the cityscape.

8. 10 Karakoy Istanbul - Special Class

Istanbul City Center

Jenn

$111

$123 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A rooftop terrace with a dining area, potted plants, and a view of the city and sea.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel room with a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony, a wooden desk, a small bench, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden wardrobe.

A buffet with various dishes and fruits.

9. Recital Park Hotel

Istanbul City Center

"Clean Hotel. Very Friendly Staff and very Helpful. Breakfast was great and fresh. Park across from the hotel was very convenient and lovely to have access to. Very good location for museums, attractions like the Sultan Ahmed, Blue Mosque and Topkapi, Hagia Sophia and cistern, Grand Bazaar and other Bazaars for shopping. Hotel staff can book tours and arrange other activities. We will definitely recommend this hotel and stay there again when we visit Turkey 🇹🇷"

Saleh

$73

$81 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A historic building with ornate balconies and a ground-floor café.

A hallway with a closed door, a blue-tiled elevator, and a light fixture on the ceiling.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a view of the outdoors.

A restaurant with a green awning, outdoor seating, and a visible interior with a counter and chairs.

10. Stern Hotel Karaköy

Istanbul City Center

Tina

$103

$114 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A grand lobby with marble columns, red velvet curtains, and ornate chandeliers.

A multi-story hotel with classical architecture, featuring balconies and ornate detailing.

A grand lobby with a chandelier, red upholstered furniture, and ornate ceiling details.

A grand interior with a central open space, ornate black railings, and a glass ceiling.

11. Pera Palace Hotel

Istanbul City Center

LISA

$267

$296 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A large, well-lit swimming pool surrounded by stone buildings with balconies and potted plants.

A luxurious bedroom with a large bed, a round table, and a chandelier.

A view through an arched window of a balcony with a wrought iron railing, a stone tower, and a clear blue sky.

A courtyard with a wooden building, potted plants, and blooming flowers.

12. Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Istanbul City Center

Adam John

$159

$176 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A seaside terrace with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean with a ship in the distance.

A bar area with a marble countertop, a candle, and various bottles.

A buffet with various food items including salads, meats, and appetizers.

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a television, and a window with a view.

13. Recital Hotel

Istanbul City Center

"What a lovely boutique hotel, in the heart of Old Sultanahmet. Absolutely fabulous location. A short walk to the Blue Mosque, amidst all the shops and restaurants, and down the road from the Grand Bazaar and super easy metro. The hotel rooms are large, with nice drapes, and wood finishes. The staff are over the top incredible. They are kind, happy, helpful, patient and treat you like family. If I was ever again in Istanbul I would 100% stay here. I highly recommend this hotel."

virginia

$78

$87 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A hotel lobby with a central seating area, multiple doors, and a chandelier.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight benches.

A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a small table, a floor lamp, and large windows with curtains.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and a red carpet.

14. Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City by IHG

Istanbul City Center

Peter

$100

$111 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern kitchen with a coffee machine, a large pot, and various jars and bowls on the counter.

A hotel room with a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, a bed, a TV, and a small kitchenette.

A room with two armchairs, a small round table, and a wall with built-in shelves containing various decorative items.

A modern office space with a desk, chairs, a laptop, and a computer monitor. There is a bookshelf with decorative items and a framed picture.

15. Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG

Istanbul City Center

Bernd Irmfried

$84

$93 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A multi-story hotel with a grand entrance, large windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk labeled "MUKARNAS TAKSIM," modern furniture, chandeliers, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a TV.

A modern hotel interior with a staircase leading to the upper floor, a reception desk, and a sign for 'MUKARNAS TAKSIM'.

16. Mukarnas Taksim Hotel

Istanbul City Center

Nicholas

$83

$92 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a mirror.

A multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, large windows, and decorative elements.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a mirror, a kitchenette, and a wooden floor.

A hallway with a closed white door, a grey sofa with a cushion, and a wooden floor.

17. Soie Boutique Hotel

Istanbul City Center

"It’s a true hidden gem, nice brand new hotel in an excellent location, right in the heart of sultanahmet area, minutes to Hagia-Sophia, Blue Mosque and grand bazaar by walk. The staffs are very helpful and friendly, especially the manager… she is absolutely amazing! We had a stopover in Istanbul on our way back from the US. Since we had four large pieces of luggage, we were upgraded to a larger room to accommodate them."

Nining

$154

$171 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a view of a cityscape through a window.

A balcony with a checkered floor, a table with a newspaper, a cup of coffee, and a flower arrangement.

A cozy room with a brick wall, a large mirror, and a modern chandelier. There are two sofas and a small table with decorative items.

A building facade with a black door, two potted plants, and a sign that reads "The Soul Istanbul."

18. The Soul Istanbul Hotel

Istanbul City Center

Patrick

$86

$95 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious lobby with a grand staircase, large columns, and modern furnishings.

A modern hotel with a prominent tower, a spacious lobby, and a view of the cityscape and water.

A modern room with a large window offering a city view, a cushioned seating area, and a small table with a vase.

19. InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

Istanbul City Center

Hang

$190

$217 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A buffet with various food items including vegetables, fruits, and meats.

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "KARE HOTEL," a set of stairs, and decorative string lights.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a television.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a mirror, and a door.

20. Kare Hotel Sultanahmet

Istanbul City Center

Anneliese

$75

$83 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

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Top landmarks in Istanbul City Center

A tram in a city square with buildings and flags.

Taksim Square

8.8/10 (27,914 reviews)

Taksim Square is worth passing through for a few pics when in Taksim. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the churches, cathedral, and museums in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here. Istanbul has lots of other popular landmarks you might want to see such as Hagia Sophia.

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A historic mosque with a large central dome and two minarets, surrounded by trees and a reflective pool.

Hagia Sophia

9.4/10 (28,162 reviews)

If you're interested in local churches head to Sultanahmet— home to Hagia Sophia. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the art galleries, museums, and cathedral in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here. Istanbul has lots of other landmarks you might want to visit such as Sultanahmet Square, Blue Mosque, and Galata Tower.

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A bustling market with colorful stalls and a patterned ceiling.

Grand Bazaar

8.8/10 (29,955 reviews)

If you like haggling for the best price, you might want to head out to Grand Bazaar in Istanbul City Center for some quality bargains. Splash some more cash at Egyptian Bazaar, Kumkapi Fish Market, and Arasta Bazaar.

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A mosque with multiple domes and minarets.

Blue Mosque

9.2/10 (29,179 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Blue Mosque— just one of the monuments in Sultanahmet. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the art galleries, museums, and cathedral in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here. Istanbul has lots of other important landmarks you might want to see such as Hagia Sophia.

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A cityscape with a prominent tower, a river with boats, and a mix of historic and modern buildings.

Galata Tower

9.2/10 (22,373 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Galata Tower— just one of the monuments in Istanbul City Center. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the cathedral, churches, and museums in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here. Istanbul has lots of other important landmarks you might want to see such as Hagia Sophia.

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A historic building with domes and minarets, surrounded by trees and a fountain.

Sultanahmet Square

9.2/10 (18,258 reviews)

Sultanahmet Square is worth passing through for a few pics when in Sultanahmet. Why not live the cultural experience and visit the art galleries, museums, and cathedral in the area— your sightseeing tour starts here. Istanbul has lots of other significant landmarks you might want to visit such as Hagia Sophia.

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A historic stone gate with two towers, a clear sky, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

Topkapi Palace

9.2/10 (20,904 reviews)

If museums are on your list of things to see, you might want to browse the collections at Topkapi Palace in Istanbul City Center. Our travelers also like the art galleries, cathedral, and monuments in the area. If you want to see more of the museums in Istanbul, you can easily walk to Hagia Sophia or Hagia Irene.

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A red tram with the number 223 on a busy street.

Istiklal Avenue

9.0/10 (6,992 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Istiklal Avenue in Istanbul City Center. Splash some more cash at Demiroren Istiklal, Galataport, and Cicek Pasaji.

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The Marmara Taksim

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel in a great location , right on taksim square, friendly and polite staff , highly recommended"

Titanic City Taksim

10/10 Excellent

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional Stay in Taksim! We had a wonderful experience at Titanic City Taksim! The location is unbeatable—just a short walk from Taksim Square, Istiklal Street, and public transport/airport shuttles. The room was spotlessly clean, modern, and very comfortable. The staff were warm, welcoming, and always ready to help with a smile. Breakfast offered a great variety of delicious options every morning. Highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Istanbul, and we would definitely stay here again!"

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

8/10 Good

"Super clean Very friendly and helpful staff Amazing location (Few minutes walk to both Hagia Sofia and the Blue Mosque). Only minor thing is it looks older in reality than how it looks in the photos. If you are looking for convenience and cleanness, book it with a heart beat."

Quinnova Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The rooms are a bit small; but clean and the staff is helpful."

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel with great service"

The Peninsula Istanbul

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel is absolutely stunning and the location is perfect. Staff were very friendly and accommodating for our dietary needs. The suite where we stayed was amazing, very clean and with lots of amenities. Also, had a great view of Hagia Sophia and a beautiful sunrise."

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The complete staff is amazing especially Brad and the guy who carried the luggage, the cleaning lady every body in the hotel took the extra mile to make my stay perfect, thank you guys you make my life easier"

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

10/10 Excellent

"I cannot see myself going back to Istanbul and not staying back at this hotel. The location was perfect, just walking distance to the Blue Mosque. The breakfast was very good and it has plenty of choices. Rooms were clean and overall the hotel was well maintained. The staff was outstanding. Specially Batuhan and Cineyt (forgive me if I misspelled your name). They were very helpful arranging tours. Highly recommend this hotel."

Divan Istanbul

10/10 Excellent

"As good as it gets location wise it’s great"

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Hotels in Istanbul City Center

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Where to stay in Istanbul City Center?

1. Emerald Mansion Hotel – Special Class

2. Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

3. Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

4. Blue Gilroy Hotel

5. Grand Hyatt Istanbul

6. Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class

7. Mövenpick Istanbul Old Town

8. 10 Karakoy Istanbul - Special Class

9. Recital Park Hotel

10. Stern Hotel Karaköy

11. Pera Palace Hotel

12. Seven Hills Palace & Spa

13. Recital Hotel

14. Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City by IHG

15. Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG

16. Mukarnas Taksim Hotel

17. Soie Boutique Hotel

18. The Soul Istanbul Hotel

19. InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

20. Kare Hotel Sultanahmet

Price trends for hotels in Istanbul City Center

Typical weather for Istanbul

Top landmarks in Istanbul City Center

Taksim Square

Hagia Sophia

Grand Bazaar

Blue Mosque

Galata Tower

Sultanahmet Square

Topkapi Palace

Istiklal Avenue

Check out reviews of Istanbul City Center hotels guests love

The Marmara Taksim

Titanic City Taksim

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Quinnova Hotel

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Peninsula Istanbul

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Divan Istanbul

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