Old City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Topkapi Palace which includes a bay or harbour, a city and a river or creek
Suleymaniye Mosque showing interior views and a mosque
Grand Bazaar which includes markets, shopping and interior views
Topkapi Palace featuring a castle and heritage architecture
Suleymaniye Mosque featuring a mosque


Our pick of the best Old City Hotel Deals

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is NZ$205 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
NZ$205
3 Dec - 4 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,133 reviews)
The room was excellent. I can’t say enough about the staff. We were Century located near everything within walking distance. We had to stay there two different times and they made us feel very welcome right at home if I ever go back to Turkey, I definitely will stay there again

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Senatus Hotel - Special Class

Senatus Hotel - Special Class

Akbiyik Caddesi No: 40, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Istanbul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
Great place to stay! Very Clean, close to everything. The restaurant attached was an excellent choice for dinner. The hotel was close to everything, from the port to shopping, sightseeing, and the Blue as well as the Brown Mosques. I highly recommend!

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

Senatus Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class

Cankurtaran Mh., Tevkifhane Sokak 8, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is NZ$158 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
NZ$158
25 Nov - 26 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,040 reviews)
The hotel was perfect for our needs. Well located with very friendly and willing staff. We had a generous breakfast included, so we took this on the rooftop, enjoying the incredible views. The room was well appointed with a very comfortable bed. Particular mention to Ozi - for his helpful advice ...

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class
Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Seven Hills Palace & Spa

Sultanahmet Mahallesi Kadi Cikmazi Sok., No 11 1 Fatih, Istanbul
The price is NZ$307 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
NZ$307
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,024 reviews)
Despite a troubled start, the manager and his team went above and beyond to make sure our stay was nothing short of perfect. My sincere thanks to the hotel for their professionalism and customer focus. The Hotel is superbly fitted out, comfortable and the breakfast range is excellent. I look forward ...

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Seven Hills Palace & Spa
Recital Hotel

Recital Hotel

3 out of 5
Binbirdirek Mah., Piyerloti Caddesi 21, Sultanahmet, Istanbul
The price is NZ$213 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$213
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
So pleased with the hotel. Fantastic location: within 5 mins walk of all ‘attractions’ but also did not feel overly ‘touristy’. Located very close to lots of restaurants. Staff very helpful. Suggest you go for a room with a sea view. The 5th floor terrace bar is AMAZING. Better than all other views ...

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Recital Hotel
Kare Hotel Sultanahmet

Kare Hotel Sultanahmet

Binbirdirek Mah. Katip Sinan Cami Sok., No. 3 Sultanahmet / Fatih, Istanbul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$159 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
NZ$159
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (431 reviews)
Very friendly staff.

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

Kare Hotel Sultanahmet
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Old City

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Sirkeci

Travellers choose Sirkeci for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sirkeci Station or Eminonu Station and check out top sights like Topkapi Palace.

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

Sultanahmet

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

Sultanahmet
Galata Tower featuring night scenes, a bay or harbour and a ferry

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.

Karaköy
Galata Tower featuring a city, cruising and general coastal views

Galata

Travellers choose Galata for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Karakoy Tünel Station and check out top sights like Galata Tower.

Galata
Galata Tower featuring night scenes, a bay or harbour and a ferry

Beyoğlu

Enjoy the popular shops in Beyoğlu. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station to see more of Istanbul.

Beyoğlu
Istanbul featuring a sunset, general coastal views and a marina

Fatih

4.5/5(230 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


Old City Travel Guide

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