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Our top choices for Istanbul City Center hotels

A high-rise room with a view of a body of water, a distant cityscape, and a dining area with a table, books, and a cup.

1. Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
5.0 star property
Beşiktaş, 4.5 km from Istanbul City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,369 reviews)
"Best hotel overall in Istanbul"
United States
Rizwan
The price is 9.026.845 ₫
10.019.798 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
A modern living room with a large panoramic window, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a bathtub.

2. Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus

Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus
Beşiktaş, 5.7 km from Istanbul City Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (486 reviews)
"Great location right near all the action and the Pier, very helpful staff and extremely comfy beds!"
United Kingdom
Vivaan
The price is 3.194.544 ₫
3.545.943 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus
A balcony with a potted plant, a table, and two chairs.

3. Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Istanbul City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,263 reviews)
"Excellent location for main sights ,plenty of restaurants ,close to tram."
United Kingdom
Peter
The price is 5.970.612 ₫
6.627.379 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
A rooftop terrace with a wooden hot tub, seating area, and a view of a cityscape and water body at dusk.

4. The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
5.0 star property
Istanbul City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,123 reviews)
"A great stay."
United Kingdom
Lisa
The price is 8.520.916 ₫
9.458.217 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
A high-rise hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent "Hilton" sign at the top.

5. Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center

Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center
5.0 star property
5 km from Istanbul City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,016 reviews)
"Clear Rooms and very nice surrounding restaurants"
Canada
Mohammad
The price is 4.778.222 ₫
5.303.826 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center
A buffet with various food items and a view of the city from the dining area.

6. The Marmara Taksim

The Marmara Taksim
5.0 star property
Istanbul City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Always go there when I’m in Istanbul."
United Kingdom
Thomas
The price is 5.169.404 ₫
5.738.038 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The Marmara Taksim
A multi-story building with a restaurant and hotel signage.

7. Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
4.0 star property
Istanbul City Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (918 reviews)
"Total recommended family, friendly staff clean rooms good breakfast"
United States
Faramuz
The price is 3.737.992 ₫
4.149.171 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
A table set for dining with a view of a mosque with multiple minarets and domes in the background.

8. Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
4.0 star property
Istanbul City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and the hotel is really nice. Hopefully be back some day. Breakfast was great too, with amazing views of Sultanahmet area."
United Kingdom
Paul
The price is 3.806.777 ₫
4.225.523 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
A modern balcony with a fire feature, a sofa, and a view of a cityscape and water.

9. Rixos Tersane Istanbul

Rixos Tersane Istanbul
5.0 star property
Beyoğlu, 2.1 km from Istanbul City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (395 reviews)
"Excellent Hotel. Will stay again."
United Kingdom
Balbinder
The price is 9.586.030 ₫
11.172.518 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Rixos Tersane Istanbul
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'divan' sign, surrounded by other buildings and a busy road with vehicles.

10. Divan Istanbul

Divan Istanbul
5.0 star property
Istanbul City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Nice and comfortable stay, helpful staff, best location, very clean"
United States
Parisa
The price is 5.264.608 ₫
5.843.715 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Divan Istanbul
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows offering a city view, and a modern interior design.

11. Mövenpick Hotel Istanbul Bosphorus

Mövenpick Hotel Istanbul Bosphorus
5.0 star property
7 km from Istanbul City Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful, cheerful staff, the breakfast was well appointed with something for everyone."
Canada
Grant
The price is 3.740.845 ₫
4.152.337 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mövenpick Hotel Istanbul Bosphorus
A modern hotel entrance with a curved canopy and the name "TITANIC CITY" prominently displayed.

12. Titanic City Taksim

Titanic City Taksim
4.0 star property
Istanbul City Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Clean room with great breakfast!"
Canada
Farzad
The price is 2.711.964 ₫
3.010.280 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Titanic City Taksim
A large, well-lit swimming pool surrounded by stone buildings with balconies and potted plants.

13. Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Istanbul City Center
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,278 reviews)
"Friendly staff and clean property"
Canada
Dewi
The price is 4.797.813 ₫
5.325.572 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Seven Hills Palace & Spa
A room with a large window overlooking a cityscape at dusk.

14. The Marmara Pera

The Marmara Pera
4.0 star property
Istanbul City Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"The place was great and in a great location!"
United States
Samuel
The price is 3.540.786 ₫
3.930.273 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
The Marmara Pera
A spacious indoor area with a long table, multiple seating arrangements, and hanging plants.

15. Ottoman's Life Hotel Deluxe

Ottoman's Life Hotel Deluxe
5.0 star property
Istanbul City Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel was moden, clean and with very helpful staff. Easy access to the tram and busses, many restaurants around."
United States
Maher
The price is 2.833.175 ₫
3.144.824 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Ottoman's Life Hotel Deluxe
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a historic building.

16. Ciragan Palace Kempinski

Ciragan Palace Kempinski
5.0 star property
Beşiktaş, 6 km from Istanbul City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (746 reviews)
"Incredible place to stay. We absolutely stay here again. Istanbul is a gem a staying in this hotel made it even better."
United States
christina
The price is 14.941.189 ₫
16.584.720 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Ciragan Palace Kempinski
A spacious lounge area with a central fire feature, multiple seating arrangements, and a view of the beach.

17. Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus

Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus
5.0 star property
4.2 km from Istanbul City Center
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Sam
The price is 6.764.956 ₫
7.509.102 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus
A rooftop pool area with modern seating and a view of the city skyline.

18. Doubletree by Hilton Istanbul Moda

Doubletree by Hilton Istanbul Moda
5.0 star property
6.4 km from Istanbul City Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, super hotel."
United States
Cumhur
The price is 3.777.606 ₫
4.193.143 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Doubletree by Hilton Istanbul Moda
A large, clear swimming pool with a glass floor, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear sky.

19. Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel

Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel
5.0 star property
8.5 km from Istanbul City Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,293 reviews)
"Friendly staff and great location"
United Kingdom
Ali
The price is 4.127.319 ₫
4.810.619 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel
A spacious living area with a large window overlooking the ocean, furnished with sofas, a coffee table, and a plant.

20. Sheraton Istanbul Atakoy Hotel

Sheraton Istanbul Atakoy Hotel
5.0 star property
Bakırköy, 8.6 km from Istanbul City Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,199 reviews)
"Great great hotel I recommend it"
United States
Zeyad
The price is 3.224.930 ₫
3.579.672 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Sheraton Istanbul Atakoy Hotel
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Where to stay in Istanbul City Center

Find the best Istanbul City Center areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Sultanahmet

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Taksim

Enjoy the popular shops in Taksim. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more of Istanbul.

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Kadıköy

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Kadıköy. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bosphorus, and catch the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem Station to see more of the area.

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Büyükada

A grand neoclassical building with ornate columns and a symmetrical facade, surrounded by manicured gardens and a clear blue sky.

Beşiktaş

Spend some time visiting places like Bosphorus while getting to know Beşiktaş, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Nispetiye Station or Etiler Station to see more of the area.

Top Istanbul City Center Hotel Reviews

GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful Boutique hotel with a wonderful staff and very nice rooms! Helpful, cheerful, and attentive to detail. Dont be afraid and Book this Property"
Gil 2-night trip
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GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Istanbul City Center?
Istanbul City Center is an historic neighbourhood known for its charming cafes and array of dining options. Experience the best of Istanbul City Center with a visit to Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Taksim Square.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Istanbul City Center?
If you're searching for places to stay in Istanbul, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 3528 Istanbul City Center hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Istanbul City Center, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available in Istanbul City Center.
What can I see and do in this Istanbul neighbourhood?
Explore Istanbul City Center's landmarks such as Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Galata Tower and learn about the local history. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Taksim Square and Grand Bazaar are some other places worth a visit. Sultanahmet Square and Bosphorus are some popular places to visit in the area around Istanbul City Center. Valens Aqueduct and Column of Marcian are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Istanbul.
How can I get around Istanbul City Center and the greater Istanbul area?
If you want to see more of the city, Vezneciler Subway Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Aksaray Station and Aksaray Tram Station. If you're considering venturing out of town, train travel is a great option. YeniKapi Station is the closest train station, but Istanbul Yenikapi Station and Istanbul Kumkapi Station are also close by.