Where to stay in Istanbul

Offering a shared lounge and a piano, the 5-star Pera Palace Hotel Istanbul is located 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, just a 5-minute walk from the private Pera Museum. This hotel provides guests with a lounge bar and luxurious rooms with views of the pool, while Istanbul Riverside Museum of Modern Art is 150 metres away.

The non-smoking Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul At The Bosphorus, located merely 5 minutes' walk from Ciragan Palace Kempinski and about 6 km from the historic Sultanahmet District, features an outdoor swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. From this contemporary hotel you can admire views of the garden, enjoy a traditional Hammam, a hot tub, and a sauna and take advantage of a privileged location.

Located a mere 5 minutes' stroll from the Basilica Cistern, the wonderful 5-star Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel Istanbul provides ticket service for the utmost comfort and convenience. You will find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool in the traditional-style hotel that offers a central location in the very heart of Istanbul and is right near such relaxing retreats as Cagaloglu Hamami Public Bath.

The 5-star Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus Hotel, located about 25 minutes' walk from the Dolmabahce Palace, is proud to feature 2 outdoor tennis courts. A poolside bar as well as a sauna and a sunbathing terrace can be enjoyed at the hotel, boasting the setting within reach of the Yıldız Palace.

Offering a sunbathing terrace and a shared lounge, Wyndham Istanbul Old City hotel is situated in a shopping area, 25 minutes' walk from the historical urban Gulhane Park. Boasting a fitness centre, this fantastic hotel is right in the centre of the city, in close proximity to the Ottoman imperial Suleymaniye Mosque.

The historical Radisson Blu Hotel, Istanbul Sisli is situated near the shopping district of Istanbul, 3.3 km from Miniaturk Miniature Park. Boasting a convenient location fairly close to Şişli underground station, this 5-star hotel provides rooms with views of the city and offers a traditional Hammam, a hot tub, and hot public baths.

The elegant The Peninsula Istanbul Hotel includes air-conditioned rooms nearly 20 minutes' walk from the Hagia Triada Greek Orthodox Church. A short way from the modern Galata Bridge, the 5-star smoke-free hotel offers a prime location and includes an Asian restaurant.

The 5-star Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel is situated in close proximity to Babylon Bomonti and provides car hire service and area shuttle, along with cars for rent. Boasting an adult pool, this Istanbul hotel is nestled about a 25-minute stroll from natural attractions like the Taksim Gezi Park.

Located nearly a 5-minute stroll from the Republic Monument, the perfect 4-star Occidental Taksim Hotel Istanbul offers guided tour service to ensure you have an unforgettable travel experience. This Istanbul hotel is in Taksim with a terrace and views of the city, 2.8 km from such natural sights as Yildiz Park.

The 5-star Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus Hotel enjoys a lush location about a 5-minute walk from Klein and offers 2 outdoor tennis courts. Featuring an à la carte restaurant, this Istanbul hotel is located a short way from the Military Museum and Cultural Site Command and offers a treatment room, a sauna, a massage chair, and a hot spring public bath.

The comfortable 5-star Burgu Arjaan By Rotana Istanbul Asia hotel, conveniently located in Asian Side where you will also find a number of attractive parks, showcases a private art gallery. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, this Istanbul hotel offers 113 rooms right in a shopping area.

Rixos Tersane Istanbul Hotel, nestled in Golden Horn, which is a natural harbour off the strait, 25 minutes' walk from the Neve Shalom Synagogue, boasts a personal trainer and yoga instruction for guests to keep fit. Located 3.3 km from the Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum", the hotel features 308 rooms with views of the sea.

Nestled in a vibrant location approximately a 5-minute walk from the Dada Salon, the 5-star luxurious Fairmont Quasar Istanbul Hotel features a private art gallery. This 34-storey hotel, located around 3 km from the baroque Ortakoy Mosque, boasts a seasonal outdoor pool along with a traditional Hammam, a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.

Located right around the corner from the Zorlu Center, the fantastic 5-star Raffles Istanbul Hotel welcomes guests with 182 rooms with views of the sea and access to a grand ballroom with a capacity of 1,200 people. The luxurious hotel has a prime location in the centre of Istanbul and offers two bar lounges among its highlights.

Featuring 186 rooms, the elegant Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul hotel is located close to the financial district of Istanbul and nearly 5 minutes' walk from the national Maritime Museum. Offering 2 restaurants with Turkish, Asian, and international cuisine, the 5-star luxury hotel is 3.7 km from the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum.

Offering a restaurant, the 5-star Elite World Istanbul Taksim Hotel lies in the Talimhane district, around a 10-minute drive from the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum and within 3 km of such cultural places of interest as Rahmi M. Koç Museum. Located within a few blocks of the Hagia Triada Greek Orthodox Church, this Istanbul hotel features an indoor swimming pool for guests to relax in.

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul hotel, nestled in the Besiktas district, merely a 6-minute walk from Visnezade Camii, provides guests with walking tours. Located within a few blocks of the Military Museum and Cultural Site Command, the hotel offers views of the city along with a traditional Hammam, a solarium, a treatment room, and a Jacuzzi.

The wonderful 5-star Grand Hyatt Istanbul Hotel, located about a 5-minute stroll from the IBB Taksim Art Gallery, offers an outdoor swimming pool and high-speed Internet access in public areas. The luxury hotel is in the very heart of a business area, within a few blocks of the Republic Monument.

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, just 6 minutes' stroll from Taksim Gezi Park, the 5-star family The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul At The Bosphorus Hotel invites guests to relax by a seasonal outdoor pool or try biking and hiking. This Istanbul hotel offers an à la carte restaurant and features prestigious location with a such place of power and worship as the Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum" 3.7 km away.

Cvk Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul offers air-conditioned rooms a 5-minute walk from the Republic Monument. Located 2.5 km from the Ottoman Rustem Pasha Mosque, the hotel offers views of the garden and an outdoor swimming pool.

The comfortable Sofitel Istanbul Taksim Hotel, situated around 5 minutes' walk from the Republic Monument, entices guests with a hammam, a sauna, and a shared lounge. The 5-star hotel lies in the Talimhane district of Istanbul, 2.7 km from such cultural sights as the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum.

Featuring a barber shop and a restaurant, the 5-star modern Moevenpick Hotel Istanbul Bosphorus is located merely a 5-minute stroll from the Yıldız Hamidiye Mosque. Boasting a swimming pool, this Istanbul hotel is nestled 3.3 km from natural attractions like the Taksim Gezi Park.

Located 2.3 km from the Ataköy Galleria Shopping Mall, the 5-star Hyatt Regency Istanbul Atakoy Hotel offers a full-service spa, including a Turkish steam bath and a Jacuzzi. Guests can take advantage of an indoor swimming pool as well as a sunbathing terrace and a shared lounge while staying in the hotel, nestled in a residential area.

Boasting access to 2 treatment rooms and a full-service spa, the upscale Radisson Blu Hotel Istanbul Pera lies in Taksim with dynamic nightlife and culture, nearly 25 minutes' walk from Thursday Market Park. Located a short way from the cobblestone Istiklal Street, the 5-star upscale hotel features a heated pool and an à la carte restaurant serving Turkish cuisine.

Located around 400 metres from the historical urban Gulhane Park, the fantastic Sura Design Hotel & Suites Istanbul offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park. Steps away from the Basilica Cistern, the 4-star boutique hotel offers a prime location and includes an à la carte restaurant.

Featuring a shared lounge and an indoor pool, the smoke-free Hotel Portwort Istanbul lies 3.9 km from World Trade Center Istanbul. Located not far from the Capacity Shopping Center, the 3-star hotel overlooks the city and invites guests to have a drink at a lounge bar.

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.

The 4-star Levni Hotel & Spa - Special Category Istanbul lies in Fatih with the peninsula coinciding with old Constantinople, approximately 15 minutes' walk from Fig Garden, and entices guests to relax in a traditional Hammam, a treatment room, and a sauna. Featuring a restaurant, the hotel is located in the immediate vicinity of the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum.

Situated nearly 5 minutes' walk from Golden Horn, the fantastic Legacy Ottoman Hotel Istanbul Old City features 155 elegant rooms overlooking the sea. Guests can relax in a heated pool or in the Greek restaurant while staying right around the corner from the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum.

Situated around a 5-minute walk from Sea of Marmara, Renaissance Polat Istanbul Hotel offers cars for rent. The hotel includes 2 restaurants and a pool bar, and offers to take advantage of a fitness club.