Istanbul Travel Guide

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Istanbul
Istanbul
Istanbul
Istanbul
Istanbul

Where to stay in Istanbul

Blue Mosque which includes a fountain, a mosque and a pond

Sultanahmet

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

Sultanahmet
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Taksim

4/5(354 area reviews)

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.

Taksim
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Kadıköy

4.5/5(67 area reviews)

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

Kadıköy
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Istanbul City Center

4/5(122 area reviews)

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

Istanbul City Center
Bosphorus Bridge showing a bridge, a coastal town and a river or creek

Beşiktaş

4/5(81 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Zorlu Performing Arts Center 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.

Beşiktaş
Istanbul which includes a city, a marina and a sunset

Fatih

4.5/5(1,512 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Blue Mosque is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.

Fatih
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6, Elmadag/Sisli, Istanbul
The price is 7.805.016 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
7.805.016 ₫
8.741.618 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,026 reviews)
"Great hotel Professional and warm staff Very safe Close to Nisantasi area where you can find amazing places for dinner and superb shopping And still 20 minutes in taxi to old city for the main atracciones 10/10 hotel I will be back shortly"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Divan Istanbul

Divan Istanbul

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cd. No:1, Taksim, Sisli, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is 4.899.152 ₫ per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
4.899.152 ₫
5.487.050 ₫ total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,027 reviews)
"We had great time. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Divan Istanbul
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cad No: 1 Taksim, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is 4.454.499 ₫ per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
4.454.499 ₫
5.162.270 ₫ total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
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! (1,018 reviews)
"Great service and very nice hotel"

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
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.
Elits Suits

Elits Suits

3 Osmanli Bulvari, yenisehir mahçosmanli bulvari.no13, Istanbul, pendik
Stay at this aparthotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a sauna. Popular attractions Viaport Outlet Shopping and Turkish-Hungarian Friendship ...
5.6/10 (185 reviews)
"Very good people"

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2025

Elits Suits
Element Suites

Element Suites

Sehit Muhtar Mah Turan Cad Cevza Sok 2, Istanbul
Stay at this aparthotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
5.4/10 (303 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2025

Element Suites
Radisson Residences Avrupa TEM Istanbul

Radisson Residences Avrupa TEM Istanbul

Karayollari Mh. Abdi Ipekci Cad. No: 30, Kucukkoy Gaziosmanpasa, Istanbul, Istanbul
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (245 reviews)
"Good size of the apartment, modern and clean decor and comfortable staying."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

Radisson Residences Avrupa TEM Istanbul
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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Reviews of Istanbul

4.6
Top destination
5 - Excellent
1220
5 - Excellent 68%
4 - Good
453
4 - Good 25%
3 - Okay
91
3 - Okay 5%
2 - Disappointing
11
2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
20
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Beautiful city and people very nice.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Not too much to do as you can see all sights in 2-3 days. But nice place to go and relax

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

One of the best city breaks we have made helped by the staff of the hotel highlighting the city attractions and areas of interest.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very nice place and people

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

I recommend this hotel to anyone , Istanbul is a great city

5/5 - Excellent

Debra

Istanbul is a very unique city. It is modern and traditional and is able to fuze the two elements beautifully. Turkish people are really friendly, welcoming and helpful. A great city which offers many great site seeing places to see.

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