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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 Sultanahmet Square to Blue Mosque – 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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Karaköy

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

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Top Istanbul City Center Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Istanbul Taksim

10/10 Excellent

"well-equipped hotel with very nice amenities & professional & helpful staff"

Elite World Istanbul Taksim

2/10 Terrible

"The cleanliness, breakfast or services did not meet 5 star standards. I have stayed in many 5 star hotels and this is around 3 star worthy. We had a wet carpet for our entire stay and hotel staff clearly just didn’t understand or try to understand what we was saying. We had to request new towels daily & our room was only cleaned once on a 4 night stay. Cleaning staff enter the room despite the clearly displayed sign left us feeling uncomfortable and unsafe, on two occasions (one morning) and we do not believe this was handled appropriately at all. We were additionally disappointed with the breakfast. The breakfast selection had very little variety. Although we paid for breakfast as part of our stay, we only ate there once and ended up purchasing breakfast elsewhere for the remainder of the trip due to the poor experience. Spa tried to charge us full price despite online stating 20% off for people staying in the hotel - when queried she offered 15% off instead - booked this hotel for the spa experience and did not end up doing! Located in a good place where most things are walking distance."

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

6/10 Okay

"Mr Emir at the reception was exemplary, but it ends there! The housekeeping were hit and miss, but mostly miss. Breakfast staff on top floor were not polite and showed bad attitude. The property only and only makes up the positive reviews for it’s location and views, but the hotel itself is very old and dated and needs a massive and thorough renovation. Air condition works but so-so and breakfast just does the job (ONLY JUST). I think a 2/5 star rating overall is adequate, however, I was seriously considering giving them a 1 star review, but that would have been too harsh. They said the hotel was fully booked but I really think it wasn’t and I only ever heard other stayers at the hotel commending the views and nothing else. Apparently there has been a change of ownership in the last few years and the last known renovation was in 2013, so these new owners have neglected the property BIG TIME! I wouldn’t advise against staying here, as I’ve stayed at worse properties, but I would warn to be EXTREMELY cautious and if you need more water in addition to the two bottles that they are supposed to put in the room each day, but don’t always, I would suggest buying from the local shop. It’s rated a 4 star hotel, but more 3 star in my honest opinion. I’ve stayed at the nearby Sura Design Boutique property and also the Doubletree by Hilton Sirkeci hotel and they are both rated 4 star, but they are miles and skies above the standards of Hotel Arcadia Blue. It was always too dark here."

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 Grand Bazaar, Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque.

Where is the best place to stay in Istanbul City Center?

Based on our traveller data, The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul is one of the top choices for your stay in Istanbul City Center. This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from Taksim Square, and it offers a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Titanic City Taksim and Divan Istanbul.

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 3413 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 Sultanahmet Square, Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia and learn about the local history. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Grand Bazaar and Taksim Square are some other places worth a visit. Galata Tower 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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Where to stay in Istanbul City Center

Sultanahmet

Taksim

Kadıköy

Beşiktaş

Karaköy

Top Istanbul City Center Hotel Reviews

Sofitel Istanbul Taksim

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