Istanbul City Center

Istanbul

Cumhuriyet Anıtı featuring street scenes, a city and a square or plaza
Hagia Sophia showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and a city
Basilica Cistern which includes religious elements, interior views and a church or cathedral
Galata Tower featuring a bridge, a river or creek and a ferry
Hagia Sophia featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Taksim Square featuring food and markets as well as an individual male

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.

Taksim Square
Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, a mosque and religious elements

Blue Mosque

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

Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia which includes heritage elements and a fountain

Hagia Sophia

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

Hagia Sophia
Sultanahmet Square

Sultanahmet Square

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

Sultanahmet Square
Galata Tower

Galata Tower

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

Galata Tower
Grand Bazaar

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.

Grand Bazaar

Istanbul City Center Hotel Deals

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6, Elmadag/Sisli, Istanbul
The price is ₩378,932 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
₩378,932
₩424,403 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"We loved our stay. This staff was amazing - esp with kids, that made our stay! - the Michellin star restaurant Aotya was great and the hotel was clean.. we would def come back here next time we visit Istanbul."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ₩188,163 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
₩188,163
₩210,742 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,033 reviews)
"They are very friendly and very helpful."

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cad No: 1 Taksim, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ₩233,438 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
₩233,438
₩270,529 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Staff were amazing as was food drinks and cleanliness"

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Türbedar Sk. 20, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ₩151,240 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
₩151,240
₩169,389 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (470 reviews)
Amazing meal experience
"The best breakfast buffet I have ever had. The restaurant is very affordable and offers delicious food. The downside is the poor soundproofing in the rooms, which is typical of all the hotels I have stayed in Istanbul before. I did not sleep for two nights because of the very active neighbors next ..."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Cankurtaran Mh., Tevkifhane Sokak 8, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ₩217,111 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
₩217,111
₩243,164 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (997 reviews)
Fantastic Stay at Seven Hills – Exceptional Staff
"I had a truly enjoyable stay at Seven Hills. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the warm and attentive service. A huge thank you to Sinan, Fatima, and the wonderful cleaning staff—each one of them went out of their way to make me feel welcome and cared for. My room was spacious, spotless, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Pera Palace Hotel

Pera Palace Hotel

Mesrutiyet Cad. No. 52, Tepebasi Beyoglu, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is ₩295,429 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
₩295,429
₩330,866 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,015 reviews)
"The property is steeped in old-world charm and even more elegant than I'd envisioned. The staff was beyond friendly and accommodating."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Pera Palace Hotel
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Other neighborhoods around Istanbul City Center

Istanbul which includes a marina, landscape views and general coastal views

Fatih

4.5/5(2,609 area reviews)

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.

Fatih
Bosphorus featuring a monument, a bay or harbor and a bridge

Sirkeci

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

Sirkeci
Galata Tower which includes a marina, general coastal views and a city

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.

Galata
Galata Tower showing night scenes, a ferry and a bay or harbor

Karaköy

Consider a visit to Galata Tower and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Karaköy. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Karakoy Station or Karakoy Tünel Station.

Karaköy
Galata Tower showing night scenes, a ferry and a bay or harbor

Beyoğlu

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

Travelers love Beyoğlu for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Taksim Square and Galata Tower.

Beyoğlu
Blue Mosque featuring a mosque, a pond and a fountain

Sultanahmet

Discover the charm of old Istanbul in this working-class district, featuring narrow streets with tightly packed apartment buildings. Explore historic sites like Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia, or indulge in diverse cuisines, all easily accessible by tramway.

Sultanahmet

Istanbul City Center