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Our top choices for Basilica Cistern hotels

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White House Hotel Istanbul

White House Hotel Istanbul

White House Hotel Istanbul
Sultanahmet, 0.2 km from Basilica Cistern
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (797)
"The hotel was super clean and the owner, staff, and custom service and experience was wonderful"
United States
John
The price is ₩296,525
₩332,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
White House Hotel Istanbul
Family Studio Suite, Sea View | Terrace/patio
Henna Hotel Istanbul

Henna Hotel Istanbul

Henna Hotel Istanbul
0.4 km from Basilica Cistern
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (345)
"Great location and staff. Breakfast food was delicious. "
United States
Jose Alfonso
The price is ₩128,130
₩143,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 31 - Feb 1, 2026
Henna Hotel Istanbul
Exterior
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet - Special Class

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet - Special Class

Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet - Special Class
0.3 km from Basilica Cistern
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (581)
"Excellent service! Service is above and beyond. Rooms are extra clean and very well maintained. The hotel grounds are beautiful!! Great location too. Food is incredibly delicious! "
Canada
lev
The price is ₩1,001,365
₩1,121,529 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2026
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at Sultanahmet - Special Class
Front of property
Royan Suites

Royan Suites

Royan Suites
0.4 km from Basilica Cistern
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (314)
"Clean room, convenient location, helpful staff"
United States
Andrei
Royan Suites
View from room
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
0.3 km from Basilica Cistern
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1010)
"Amazing view from the rooftop terrace, friendly staff and excellent location. "
Canada
Sandra
The price is ₩118,696
₩132,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Bar (on property)
Shining Star Hotel

Shining Star Hotel

Shining Star Hotel
Sultanahmet, 0.2 km from Basilica Cistern
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (100)
"We had a wonderful experience staying at the Shining Star. Clean room, cleaned plus towels and supplies replenished daily, excellent breakfast buffet. Courteous staff. Also great location, a few minutes walking from most major touristic objectives in Sultanahmet, and a few minutes walking from the airport bus drop off/ pickup. Overall, great budget hotel. "
United States
Radu
The price is ₩114,781
₩128,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29, 2026
Shining Star Hotel
Front of property - evening/night
Hotel Miniature

Hotel Miniature

Hotel Miniature
Sultanahmet, 0.3 km from Basilica Cistern
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (156)
"Beautiful property and very helpful staff. "
United States
Heather
The price is ₩135,103
₩151,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Hotel Miniature
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Hotel Saint Sophia

Hotel Saint Sophia

Hotel Saint Sophia
Sultanahmet, < 0.1 km from Basilica Cistern
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (908)
"Loved the location"
United States
Ramon
The price is ₩141,931
₩158,963 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Hotel Saint Sophia
Terrace/patio
World Heritage Center Hotel

World Heritage Center Hotel

World Heritage Center Hotel
Sultanahmet, 0.2 km from Basilica Cistern
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (267)
"Very clean , very close to all attractions and extremely helpful staff. Yusuf was great and extremely helpful!! All the staff was helpful too. I highly recommend anyone to stay there. "
United States
Rajinder
The price is ₩119,010
₩133,291 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
World Heritage Center Hotel
Daily local cuisine breakfast (EUR 30 per person)
Hagia Sofia Mansions Istanbul, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hagia Sofia Mansions Istanbul, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hagia Sofia Mansions Istanbul, Curio Collection by Hilton
0.2 km from Basilica Cistern
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (470)
"Excellent all around. "
United States
Venkatesh
The price is ₩314,008
₩358,723 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Hagia Sofia Mansions Istanbul, Curio Collection by Hilton
Garden
Nomade Hotel Exclusive

Nomade Hotel Exclusive

Nomade Hotel Exclusive
0.4 km from Basilica Cistern
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (374)
"Great location, friendly and helpful staff and amazing breakfast!"
Australia
Minh-Thu
Nomade Hotel Exclusive
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, Turkish bath
Antusa Design Hotel & Spa

Antusa Design Hotel & Spa

Antusa Design Hotel & Spa
Sultanahmet, < 0.1 km from Basilica Cistern
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (360)
"Superb breakfast and lovely room. "
United Kingdom
Kyle
Antusa Design Hotel & Spa
Deluxe Double Room, Balcony | Balcony view
Senatus Hotel - Special Class

Senatus Hotel - Special Class

Senatus Hotel - Special Class
0.4 km from Basilica Cistern
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Room was great, breakfast was excellent, staff was very friendly, location was super"
United States
fushuang
Senatus Hotel - Special Class
Front of property
Genius Hotel Istanbul

Genius Hotel Istanbul

Genius Hotel Istanbul
0.3 km from Basilica Cistern
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (127)
"Lots of shops and restaurants nearby"
United States
Mohammad
The price is ₩83,510
₩93,531 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Genius Hotel Istanbul
Restaurant
Valide Sultan Konagi

Valide Sultan Konagi

Valide Sultan Konagi
0.3 km from Basilica Cistern
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (614)
"This hotel went beyond my expectations. Amazing location, breakfast, service, etc. "
United States
Julie
Valide Sultan Konagi
Lobby
Bentley Hotel Old City

Bentley Hotel Old City

Bentley Hotel Old City
Sultanahmet, 0.4 km from Basilica Cistern
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (135)
"Excellent stay. Staff and the service were extremely helpful. "
United States
Ali
The price is ₩163,691
₩183,334 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Bentley Hotel Old City
View from property
The And Hotel Istanbul - Special Class

The And Hotel Istanbul - Special Class

The And Hotel Istanbul - Special Class
Sultanahmet, < 0.1 km from Basilica Cistern
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (298)
"Excellent "
Canada
sasikanth
The price is ₩98,589
₩110,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
The And Hotel Istanbul - Special Class
Front of property - evening/night
Vogue Hotel Supreme Istanbul

Vogue Hotel Supreme Istanbul

Vogue Hotel Supreme Istanbul
Sultanahmet, < 0.1 km from Basilica Cistern
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (120)
"Perfect location for a holiday guest. "
United States
David
Vogue Hotel Supreme Istanbul
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Antusa Palace Hotel & Spa

Antusa Palace Hotel & Spa

Antusa Palace Hotel & Spa
Sultanahmet, 0.2 km from Basilica Cistern
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (758)
" THE BREAKFAS WAS GOOD, SOME ITEMS LOOK FRESH BUT SOME ARE A LITLLE DRY OR OLD"
United States
elsa
Antusa Palace Hotel & Spa
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
The Kybele Hotel - Special Class

The Kybele Hotel - Special Class

The Kybele Hotel - Special Class
Sultanahmet, 0.1 km from Basilica Cistern
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (253)
"Such a unique stay right in the heart of the historic area, we loved everything!! "
United States
Adil
The Kybele Hotel - Special Class
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Basilica Cistern Hotel Reviews

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful staff. Great stay."
Louise 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Basilica Cistern?
Basilica Cistern is located in a historic area of Istanbul known for its beautiful ocean views and stunning cathedral. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 1214 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Basilica Cistern?
Adjacent to Basilica Cistern, Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options close by include Recital Hotel and Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Basilica Cistern?
Expedia has 1214 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Basilica Cistern.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Basilica Cistern, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Basilica Cistern.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Basilica Cistern?
For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Basilica Cistern, head over to our customer service page.
What can I see and do near Basilica Cistern?
You'll want to browse the collections at Hagia Sophia, 1001 Direk Sarnici, and Turkish and Islamic Art Museum. Blue Mosque, Galata Tower, and Tomb of Sultan Ahmet I are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can check out the local talent at Ataturk Cultural Center, Zorlu Performing Arts Center, and Galata Whirling Dervish Hall.
How can I get to Basilica Cistern?
With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around Basilica Cistern is a breeze. Metro stations nearby include Sultanahmet Station and Cemberlitas Station. To see more of the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Istanbul Cankurtaran Station.