Old City Travel Guide

Istanbul

A coastal cityscape with a large cruise ship docked near a historic building with a prominent tower.
A mosque interior with ornate arches, a large dome, and intricate tile work.
A crowded indoor market with ornate arches and hanging signs.
A historic building with a prominent tower and dome, surrounded by trees and other structures.
A covered corridor with arches and columns, leading to a view of a park and a building with a dome.

Stay near popular Old City attractions

A large mosque with multiple domes and minarets.

Blue Mosque

9.2/10 (29,179 reviews)
Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.
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Top hotels in Old City

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is ₹12,021 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
₹12,021
₹13,343 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,251 reviews)
"Brilliant location to stay The staff were great and friendly The proximity of the hotel to the main strip with the Grand Bazaar on one side to the Aya Sofia, Blue Mosque and the Basillica Cistern. The metro stop is very close to the hotel. I stayed in this hotel last year in 2025 and now again in ..."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
AJWA Sultanahmet

AJWA Sultanahmet

5 out of 5
Emin Sinan Mah Piyerloti Cad No: 30 Istanbul
The price is ₹30,482 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
₹30,482
₹33,835 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
AJWA Sultanahmet
Four - G Hotel Premium

Four - G Hotel Premium

Peykhane Cd. İstanbul
The price is ₹9,683 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
₹9,683
₹10,748 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (175 reviews)
"Localización muy conveniente. Staff muy amable."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Four - G Hotel Premium
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Türbedar Sk. 20 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is ₹9,845 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
₹9,845
₹10,928 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (880 reviews)
"The hotel is in a convenient, central old town location and the staff was very helpful. If you are a sensitive sleeper, ask for an off-street room."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class

Kucukayasofya Mh Mustafapasa Sk No 9 Istanbul
The price is ₹11,123 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
₹11,123
₹12,346 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class
Demiray Hotel & Spa

Demiray Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
Hobyar Mah. Hocahani Sok.No 10 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is ₹13,566 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
₹13,566
₹15,262 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (191 reviews)
"Overall good experience Would recommend"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Demiray Hotel & Spa
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Where to stay in Old City

Find the best Old City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A fountain with water jets in a circular pool, a mosque with multiple minarets, and palm trees in the foreground.

Sultanahmet

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

A horse-drawn carriage on a street with white buildings and trees.
Photo by Sergio Camalich
Open Photo by Sergio Camalich

Büyükada

A red tram with the number 115 on a busy street.

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.

A historic building with a large reflection in the water, a boat in the foreground, and a partly cloudy sky.

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.

A historic mosque with three minarets and a large dome, surrounded by trees and buildings.

Istanbul City Center

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.

Old City Travel Guide