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 historic mosque with a large central dome and two minarets, surrounded by trees and a reflective pool.

Hagia Sophia

9.4/10 (28,162 reviews)
A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.
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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 ₹13,977 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
₹13,977
₹15,515 total
22 Sept - 23 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 restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,256 reviews)
"Not many complaints except no bar with alcohol."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Türbedar Sk. 20 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is ₹11,083 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
₹11,083
₹12,302 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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! (901 reviews)
"All was great. Very clean and extremely well maintained. Concierge was available 24 hours. Hotel was close to everything we wanted to visit. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Four - G Hotel Premium

Four - G Hotel Premium

Peykhane Cd. İstanbul
The price is ₹12,314 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
₹12,314
₹13,668 total
13 Sept - 14 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! (192 reviews)
"Beautiful room at the top floor with an incredible view of the bosphorus. Desk staff were uniformly wonderful and helpful. My wife complained that the air-conditioning was blowing on her and they came and changed the orientation of the ceiling. Grid to make it blow in different direction. Also, the ..."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026

Four - G Hotel Premium
Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul

4 out of 5
Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1 Istanbul
The price is ₹16,173 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
₹16,173
₹17,953 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was amazing: location, room, view, breakfast. And Yunus and Yasin were so nice and helpful! Absolutely recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
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 ₹11,762 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
₹11,762
₹13,056 total
21 Sept - 22 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
"Staff is wonderful English speaking Perfect location Salih concierge, is The best. So helpful with all our needs. Breakfast really good."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

GLK PREMIER Sea Mansion Suites & Spa - Special Class
Hotel Saba Sultan

Hotel Saba Sultan

Akbiyik Cad, Cetinkaya Sokak No: 4 Istanbul
The price is ₹6,829 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
₹6,829
₹7,580 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Hotel Saba Sultan
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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 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 horse-drawn carriage on a street with white buildings and trees.
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Büyükada

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 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.

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