Where to stay in Istanbul

Star City Hotel Istanbul is a great place to stay in the Findikzade district, a 25-minute walk from the Ottoman imperial New Mosque. Featuring currency exchange and a lift throughout the property, this hotel is located 2.8 km from the historical urban Gulhane Park.

Offering air-conditioned rooms and Wi-Fi in public areas, the 5-star Eresin Hotels Topkapi Istanbul is 3.2 km from Rahmi M. Koc Museum and 11 minutes' walk from Melek Hatun Cami. Situated a short way from Panorama 1453 History Museum, the hotel has a swimming pool and also includes a Turkish steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.

The contemporary 5-star Doubletree By Hilton Istanbul Topkapi hotel, located approximately a 15-minute drive from the functioning Blue Mosque, is adorned with floor-to-ceiling windows and provides such key amenities as Wi-Fi and a car park. This Istanbul hotel lies in European Side with Istanbul's old center, with classic sights like opulent Topkapı Palace, the Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia, a mosque famed for its Byzantine mosaics, within a 6-km distance of such cultural sights as the enormous Topkapi Palace.

The 4-star Holiday Inn Istanbul Old City By Ihg provides air-conditioned rooms and stands around a 20-minute walk from the sea. Located in the old centre of Istanbul, the inn invites you to try European cuisine and enjoy a Turkish steam bath and a treatment room.

Nestled in Fatih with the peninsula coinciding with old Constantinople, around 25 minutes' walk from the indoor Historia Shopping Mall, the fantastic Akgun Istanbul Hotel, Worldhotels Crafted features a seasonal outdoor pool and views of the pool. Boasting a location fairly close to Rum Ortodoks Kilisesi, this 5-star hotel with air-conditioned rooms is ideal for fans of boating and billiard or those willing to enjoy themselves in a traditional Hammam, a treatment room, a hot tub, and a sauna.

The 4-star Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Grand Bazaar Hotel is located 25 minutes' walk from the historic Blue Mosque, in the very heart of Istanbul, and offers rooms with garden views. The hotel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and has a conference space for those staying on business.

The 5-star Holiday Inn Istanbul City By Ihg is situated in the Findikzade district, about a 5-minute walk from Harbi Mescidi and features 208 rooms with views of the courtyard. Offering a location just steps from a train station, this Istanbul inn boasts a lounge bar, a Turkish steam bath and a Jacuzzi for guests to relax in.

Located 2.1 km from the prominent Turkish Istanbul University, the smoke-free Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Old City hotel is approximately a 5-minute walk from Hekimoglu Ali Pasa Mosque. Offering a location close to a tram stop, this 4-star hotel boasts a lounge bar, a traditional Hammam, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna for guests to relax in.

Nestled in the Topkapi district of Istanbul, approximately 10 minutes' drive from the byzantine monument "Kariye Mosque", the 5-star Uranus Istanbul Topkapi hotel features an indoor pool and views of the city. Located within 6 km of Basilica Cistern, this Istanbul hotel comprises 243 rooms and 2 restaurants.

Featuring a waterfront location, Millennium Istanbul Golden Horn Hotel offers views of the ocean, and is 5 minutes' walk from Hz.Ka'b. Guests can enjoy a lounge bar along with a traditional Hammam, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna, in close proximity to the highway Halic Bridge.

Alfa Hotel Istanbul is a great place in a shopping area of Istanbul, which stands a 10-minute ride from the word Sultanahmet District. Featuring 40 rooms with views of the city, this comfortable hotel is 2.6 km from the Ottoman-era Friday Blue Mosque.

The comfortable Valens Hotel Downtown Istanbul, located in Laleli, which is known by some as Istanbul's Russia Town, nearly a 25-minute walk from the ancient Sultanahmet District, offers cars for rent. Featuring 52 rooms with views of the city, this 4-star hotel is 2.2 km from Serpent Column.

Offering a restaurant, the 4-star Hotel Ephesus Istanbul lies in European Side with Istanbul's old center, with classic sights like opulent Topkapı Palace, the Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia, a mosque famed for its Byzantine mosaics, within 6 km of Miniaturk Miniature Park and within 25 minutes' walk of such cultural places of interest as Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam. This Istanbul hotel has an à la carte restaurant serving halal cuisine and is situated in proximity to the Historic Beyazit Stone Tower.

Offering hire and cars for rent, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, the comfortable Bisetun Hotel Istanbul is nearly a 20-minute walk from the Ottoman - era Friday Blue Mosque. Featuring 30 rooms with views of the city, this 4-star hotel is 2.1 km from the bustling Galata Bridge.

Grand S Hotel Istanbul, located 10 minutes' walk from Esenler tube station, offers spa therapy, a shared lounge, and a hair salon. Featuring 155 rooms with views of the city, the hotel is 7 km from the bustling Galata Bridge.

The 5-star modern Golden Tulip Istanbul Bayrampasa Hotel, situated within a 7-km distance of the ancient Sultanahmet District, offers a heated pool as well as a fitness centre. This Istanbul hotel lies in Golden Horn, which is a natural harbour off the strait and features a pizza restaurant.

Situated 17 minutes' walk from the contemporary Marmara Forum Shopping Center, the budget Ibis Styles Istanbul Merter hotel includes a private art gallery. This 5-star hotel is about 7 km from the Ottoman imperial Suleymaniye Mosque and provides guests with a traditional Hammam and a sauna.

Guests of the non-smoking Tryp By Wyndham Istanbul Topkapi hotel can visit Miniaturk Miniature Park, situated around 7 km away. Boasting a swimming pool and a fitness centre, the 4-star hotel offers access to the ancient Sultanahmet District, which is nearly 15 minutes' drive away.

The 3-star smoke-free Sinem Hotel & Old City Istanbul provides proximity to the Roman monument "Walled Obelisk", which is located nearly a 25-minute walk away. Wi-Fi is available in public areas as well as currency exchange and a lift are also offered at this Istanbul hotel.

Located only a 6-minute walk from Kadi Asker Mehmet Efendi Parmakkapi Cami, the luxury Dosso Dossi Hotels & Spa Downtown Istanbul gives quick access to various city sites. You can swim in a swimming pool or take advantage of a Turkish steam bath, a solarium, and a Jacuzzi at this 5-star hotel.

Offering an indoor pool, Amethyst Hotel Istanbul Old City is nestled in European Side with Istanbul's old center, with classic sights like opulent Topkapı Palace, the Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia, a mosque famed for its Byzantine mosaics, approximately a 25-minute walk from the mimar Sinan ArchitectThe Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami. Guests can enjoy a lounge bar along with a traditional Hammam, a treatment room, a sauna, and a grotto, in close proximity to the Ottoman imperial Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque.

Boasting a convenient setting in the Zeytinburnu district of Istanbul about 15 minutes' drive from religious sites like the sultan Ahmed Blue Mosque, the fantastic Hampton By Hilton Istanbul Zeytinburnu Hotel offers a restaurant. Located within reach of Walls of Constantinople, this 4-star modern hotel overlooks the city and invites guests to have a drink at a lounge bar.

The 4-star Guenes Hotel Merter Istanbul provides proximity to the ornate 16th-century Suleymaniye Mosque, which is situated around 6 km away. There's also a convenience of secure parking on site.

Featuring a steam room, a hot tub, and a sauna, Ottoman'S Life Hotel S Class Istanbul is 25 minutes' walk from the 400-year-old New Mosque. This deluxe hotel offers currency exchange and a vending machine, along with 32 rooms overlooking the city.

Offering a location within 300 metres of the 18th-century Ottoman imperial mosque "Laleli Camii", Delta Hotel Istanbul & Old City offers 81 rooms. Staying at this hotel means that you'll receive top-notch service, along with currency exchange and a lift.

The comfortable Grand Makel Hotel Topkapi Istanbul is within 6 km of Miniaturk Miniature Park and has a swimming pool and a fitness centre. Located around a 15-minute drive from such shopping venues as the ancient Sultanahmet District, the 5-star newly opened hotel has 117 rooms within walking distance of a tram stop.

Offering a restaurant, the comfortable 4-star Four Seven Hotel Istanbul lies in European Side with Istanbul's old center, with classic sights like opulent Topkapı Palace, the Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia, a mosque famed for its Byzantine mosaics, 2.2 km from the mimar Sinan Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami and within 25 minutes' walk of the Ottoman-era Friday Blue Mosque. Offering a Turkish steam room and a sauna along with an à la carte restaurant, this Istanbul hotel boasts a prime location just a few steps from the Ottoman imperial Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque.

The 4-star Best Garden Hotel Istanbul, located in the Findikzade district of Istanbul, around 25 minutes' walk from the Storied 16th - century Suleymaniye Ottoman Mosque, features views of the garden. The hotel offers Wi-Fi in public areas and public parking nearby.

Located about 6 km from Miniaturk Miniature Park, the 3-star Hotel Star Park Istanbul offers comfortable rooms just a 10-minute walk from the Ottoman imperial Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque. The hotel also offers Wi-Fi in public areas, as well as currency exchange and a lift.

The smoke-free Hanna Hotel Istanbul is located approximately 5 minutes' walk from Kara Ahmet Pasha Mosque and features currency exchange and a lift. The 3-star hotel, located right around the corner from The Theodosian Walls, features luggage storage and a restaurant.