Where to stay in Istanbul

Only 0.6 km from Topkapı-Ulubatlı underground station, the 5-star Eresin Hotels Topkapi Istanbul is situated in a shopping area of Istanbul, merely a 9-minute walk from the Panorama 1453 History Museum. Air-conditioned rooms, city views and an indoor heated swimming pool are at guests' disposal at the hotel, a short way from Fatma Sultan Cami.

Situated around 25 minutes' walk from the indoor Historia Shopping Mall in Fatih with the peninsula coinciding with old Constantinople, the 5-star smoke-free Akgun Istanbul Hotel, Worldhotels Crafted Collection offers 500 square metres of gardens. Guests can relax in a seasonal outdoor swimming pool or enjoy a traditional Hammam, a treatment room, a hot tub, and a massage chair offered by the fantastic hotel, centrally nestled near a bus stop.

The contemporary 5-star Doubletree By Hilton Istanbul Topkapi hotel, situated approximately a 15-minute drive from the functioning Blue Mosque, is furnished with floor-to-ceiling windows and offers an indoor pool with a spa. The modern 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 large museum "Topkapi Palace".

Featuring a hammam spa and a spa salon with a massage treatment and spa service, the 5-star Holiday Inn Istanbul City By Ihg is located just 5 minutes' walk from Harbi Mescidi. Nestled in the Findikzade district of Istanbul a few steps from a train station, this Istanbul inn offers courtyard views and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool.

Located around 5 minutes' walk from the Kara Ahmet Pasha Mosque, the boutique-style Hanna Hotel Istanbul offers 30 rooms with views of the garden. Featuring a storage for belongings and a restaurant, the 3-star hotel is just moments from The Theodosian Walls.

Offering a restaurant, the 4-star Topkapi Inter Istanbul Hotel is around a 5-minute stroll from Geylani Cekkesi Cami. Located in Golden Horn, which is a natural harbour off the strait and 2.5 km from spiritual landmarks like the Ottoman Fatih Mosque and Complex, this Istanbul hotel features 49 rooms plus an indoor pool.

The comfortable 4-star Istanbul Old City Topkapi Porta Romanos Hotel Ottoman Heritage lies just 1.7 km from the 16th - century Edirnekapi Mihrimah Sultan Ottoman Mosque, and features a restaurant and a shopping area. Located around a 10-minute ride from the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum, this Istanbul hotel comprises 33 rooms and 2 restaurants.

Liman Hotel Istanbul is a great place to stay in the Topkapi district, a 10-minute drive from the superb Istanbul Archaeology Museums. There is complimentary private parking on site and Wi-Fi throughout the property.

The charming Eresin Hotels Express Istanbul is located nearly 10 minutes' walk from Geylani Cekkesi Cami and provides guests with guided tour service for a more comfortable travel experience. The 3-star hotel offers a lift and a tour desk along with a lobby area and a storage for belongings.

The 3-star boutique-style Topkapi Old City Kensington Hotel Ottoman Heritage Istanbul gives quick access to Caferaga Cami, situated approximately a 5-minute walk away. The comfortable hotel features comfortable rooms, currency exchange and a vending machine in Fatih with the peninsula coinciding with old Constantinople.

Istanbul Efes Hotel includes 56 rooms and is 10 minutes' walk from The Theodosian Walls. The hotel boasts views of the city and offers Wi-Fi in public areas.

Offering a location a 5-minute walk from Arabaci Beyazit Aga Camii, Hotel Torun Istanbul Old City offers 19 rooms. Featuring currency exchange and a vending machine throughout the property, this hotel is located 4.4 km from the Basilica Cistern.

The fantastic Golden Gate Hotel Topkapi Istanbul offers quick access to Katip Muslihuddin Cami, located nearly a 5-minute walk away. Boasting a prime location, this 3-star hotel invites guests to an à la carte restaurant serving halal dishes.

Offering a restaurant, the smoke-free Topkapi Golden Time Hotel Istanbul lies in the Findikzade district, 4.5 km from the Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum" and about a 25-minute walk from the Ottoman Fatih Mosque and Complex. This 3-star hotel features a view of Suleymaniye Mosque and includes a pizza restaurant offering halal cuisine.

Situated about 5 minutes' walk from Arabaci Beyazit Aga Camii, the comfortable Hisar Hotel Istanbul offers currency exchange and a vending machine. 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, 4.7 km from such cultural sights as the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum.

Situated 4.3 km from the word Sultanahmet District, the 2-star Grand Reis Hotel Istanbul features currency exchange and a lift. This comfortable hotel boasts views of the city and offers Wi-Fi throughout the property.

The elegant 4-star Ulubat Castle Hotel Istanbul provides proximity to the byzantine monument "Kariye Mosque", which is located nearly a 25-minute walk away. Staying in one of 32 rooms, guests can enjoy an ice rink provided at this Istanbul hotel.

Yavuz Hotel Istanbul features 28 air-conditioned rooms in Golden Horn, which is a natural harbour off the strait, 25 minutes' walk from the indoor Historia Shopping Mall. Wi-Fi is available in the lobby and a car park is provided on site too.

Located about 400 metres from Harbi Mescidi, the elegant Golden Hill Hotel Downtown Istanbul offers 40 rooms with views of the city. The 5-star business hotel is in the Findikzade district of Istanbul, around 10 minutes' drive from such natural sights as Miniaturk Miniature Park.

The comfortable 3-star Topkapi Otel Oezyavuz Istanbul is just 5 minutes on foot from Arabaci Beyazit Aga Camii and features air-conditioned rooms overlooking the city. This Istanbul hotel is in the Findikzade district, 4.6 km from such natural sights as Miniaturk Miniature Park.

Perched in the old Topkapi district, about a 10-minute drive from Miniaturk Miniature Park, the quality 3-star Topkapi Sabena Hotel Istanbul offers an archaeological museum. 42 rooms and the lobby bar are available during the stay at the hotel nestled right in the centre of Istanbul.