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 Hagia Sophia, Taksim Square and Grand Bazaar.

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 3403 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 Hagia Sophia, Galata Tower and Sultanahmet Square and learn about the local history. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Taksim Square and Grand Bazaar are some other places worth a visit. Blue Mosque 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, Aksaray Station is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Aksaray Tram Station and Laleli-University Station. If you're considering venturing out of town, train travel is a great option. Vezneciler Subway Station is the closest train station, but YeniKapi Station and Emniyet - Fatih Station are also close by.

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Our top choices for Istanbul City Center hotels

Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class

Istanbul City Center

sajjad

3.113.240 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

Istanbul City Center

Syed Shoeb

4.026.798 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

Superior Room with Terrace | Free WiFi, bed sheets

The Tram Karakoy

Istanbul City Center

Kerem

2.277.785 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Suite, Bosphorus View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

The Marmara Pera

Istanbul City Center

Sarah

3.578.153 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

GLK Sea Mansion Heritage

Istanbul City Center

"Having free parking available for our car was a big advantage. The open buffet breakfast was very rich and delicious, and the complimentary coffee was a lovely touch. The hotel’s location is truly excellent—we were able to reach everywhere easily. They were also extremely attentive when it came to cleanliness. The Turkish bath experience added an extra level of enjoyment. Most importantly, the staff were friendly and attentive. Overall, we were very satisfied and would definitely recommend it."

Fabio

3.757.896 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Istanbul City Center

Oscar

3.645.148 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

14 Jun - 15 Jun

Carme House by Genius

Istanbul City Center

Yusuf

1.703.099 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG

Istanbul City Center

Mohanad

2.579.940 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jun - 24 Jun

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

City Hotel İstanbul

Istanbul City Center

Mihrican

2.206.467 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jun - 6 Jun

Mövenpick Istanbul Old Town

Istanbul City Center

Usman

3.895.065 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Jun - 9 Jun

GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

Istanbul City Center

Magnus

4.190.568 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

Classic Quadruple Room | Desk, free WiFi

Hotel Öncü

Istanbul City Center

Yousif

1.834.813 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jun - 19 Jun

Moxy Istanbul Taksim

Istanbul City Center

Karsten

3.116.356 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Bankerhan Hotel

Istanbul City Center

Mansi

2.132.212 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee

The Wings Hotels Pera

Istanbul City Center

Miriam

2.375.813 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 May - 27 May

Delta Hotels by Marriott Istanbul Karakoy

Istanbul City Center

Lindsay

5.655.499 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jun - 8 Jun

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Istanbul City Center

Habiba

3.591.915 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 May - 27 May

Junior Twin Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Emerald Mansion Hotel – Special Class

Istanbul City Center

Juan C.

2.823.768 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

avrasya queen hotel

Istanbul City Center

Siena

1.183.581 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 May - 26 May

Seasonal outdoor pool, open 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free pool cabanas

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Istanbul City Center

3.831.101 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Jun - 2 Jun

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Where to stay in Istanbul City Center

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

Sultanahmet

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Hagia Sophia to Sultanahmet Square – 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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Haydarpasa station building in Istanbul ; Shutterstock ID 276386249

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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Dolmabahсe Palace in Istanbul, Turkey, on European coast of Bosporus strait, main administrative center of Ottoman Empire in Turkiye

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.

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Europe, Turkey, View from Galata Tower and highrises in Sisli; Shutterstock ID 359722382

Şişli

Travellers love Şişli for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Şişli Mosque and Bomontiada.

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Top Istanbul City Center Hotel Reviews

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

10/10 Excellent

"La ubicación es perfecta, el personal es muy atento y siempre ayudan, el desayuno muy rico y la vista desde el restaurante espectacular"

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The stay at this hotel was excellent. It was located in a good location that was close to many of the popular sites. The room was clean, and the housekeeping did a good job cleaning everyday. The amenities were very cool, I enjoyed using the spa that was included for free for 30 min/day. Just know you need to book ahead, as they don’t tell you that, and when you go to use it that you won’t be disappointed by lack of space. The staff were all very attentive and pleasant, doing everything to make the stay comfortable. The breakfast had a large array of items, and was quite delicious. Unfortunately the hot items were lacking. The scrambled eggs were watery and weird looking, but other than that everything was good. I would recommend that the hotel invests in properly fitted blackout blinds, because the small shade they had did not cover the whole window and allowed light in which made it hard to sleep. I will say that the rooms had an old musty smell to them, maybe the old heavy curtains need to be washed ? It was hard to identify where the smell was coming from, but something to look at. Overall I would recommend this hotel. It was very safe and offered good value for the money spent."

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

4/10 Poor

"The hotel was doing internal building work next door to my room. The noise was deafening at points and work me early. They should really avoid putting people in rooms when they are doing very loud building work next door. I complained as I checked out (stayed for one night) and the staff were unmoved and didn’t seem to care."

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Our top choices for Istanbul City Center hotels

Sultanahmet Palace Hotel - Special Class

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

The Tram Karakoy

The Marmara Pera

GLK Sea Mansion Heritage

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Carme House by Genius

Holiday Inn Istanbul - Old City by IHG

City Hotel İstanbul

Mövenpick Istanbul Old Town

GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

Hotel Öncü

Moxy Istanbul Taksim

Bankerhan Hotel

The Wings Hotels Pera

Delta Hotels by Marriott Istanbul Karakoy

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Emerald Mansion Hotel – Special Class

avrasya queen hotel

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Where to stay in Istanbul City Center

Sultanahmet

Taksim

Kadıköy

Beşiktaş

Şişli

Top Istanbul City Center Hotel Reviews

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

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