Merter
Istanbul

Popular places to visit

Taksim Square
You can learn about the local history of Istanbul when you make a stop at a well-known site like Taksim Square. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.

Hagia Sophia
Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.

Grand Bazaar
Enter the maze of shop-lined streets in one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world to browse hundreds of thousands of hand-crafted objects.

Blue Mosque
The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.

Sultanahmet Square
Find out about the history of Sultanahmet Square, one of the top monuments in Istanbul. Add the area's shops or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

Galata Tower
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.
Merter Hotel Deals

Radisson Hotel Istanbul Merter
"Very excellent property and amazing staff .I totally enjoyed my stay"
Reviewed on May 28, 2026

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
"The restaurant and cafe staff seemed unhappy and the level of service was poor. Only liked the room and bathroom is decent, however had no bath tub or dressing table to get ready. Spa facilities are great. Overall wouldn’t stay again, wasn’t welcomed or made feel special for our wedding anniversary. ..."
Reviewed on May 31, 2026

Titanic City Taksim
"Amneties and hotel location are very good, well-maintained, good breakfast, however the staff are horrible, both the front desk and at breakfast restaurant, they need to smile, greet guests and attend to their needs, they have a poker face with no courtesy and look at you badly when you request something. ..."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
"Great staff and excellent service"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026

Elite World Istanbul Taksim
"Otel konumu çok iyi! Servis personeli çök ilgili,yardımcı oldular👍👍👍👍"
Reviewed on May 31, 2026

Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus
"One of the best Istanbul hotels i’ve stayed in a while.The staff went above and beyond. Can’t beat the location walkable to any where. All in all this was a great experience"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Merter

Zeytinburnu
You might enjoy the seaside views while in Zeytinburnu. Fisekhane is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Mithatpasa Station or Aksemsettin Station to see more of the city.

Fatih
Explore historic libraries and diverse cuisines in this area, home to Istanbul University and the Orthodox Christian Patriarchate. Visit iconic sights like Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia, and discover what's nearby via the tramway from Sirkeci to Aksaray.

Istanbul City Center
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Sultanahmet Square, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.

Bakırköy
Travelers choose Bakırköy for its beautiful seaside views. Hop aboard the metro at DTM - Istanbul Fuar Merkezi Station or Yenibosna Station and check out top sights like Istanbul Expo Center.

Galata
Spend some time visiting places like Galata Tower while getting to know Galata, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Karakoy Tünel Station to see more of the area.

Sirkeci
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Sirkeci. Spend some time visiting top spots like Grand Bazaar, and catch the metro at Sirkeci Station or Eminonu Station to see more of the area.
