Rumeli Hisari Travel Guide

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Rumeli Hisari
Rumeli Hisari
The beautiful colors of spring spreading across this fortress. If you think this is breathtaking, wait till you look across the other side, as this castle sits right across from the third bridge of the Bosporus. 
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Rumelihisarı, also known as Rumelian Castle and Roumeli Hissar Castle or Boğazkesen Castle, a fortress located on a hill at the European side of the Bosphorus Strait, Turkey. It was built by the Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II between 1451 and 1452, before his army's conquest of Constantinople.

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Our pick of the best Rumeli Hisari Hotel Deals

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is NZ$433 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$433
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,178 reviews)
Was great service beautiful place friendly nice great

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Divan Istanbul

Divan Istanbul

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cd. No:1, Taksim, Sisli Istanbul Istanbul
The price is NZ$332 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
NZ$332
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
Best hotel

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Divan Istanbul
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

5 out of 5
Inonu Cad. No 22 Istanbul
The price is NZ$202 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
NZ$202
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,294 reviews)
Restaurant Staff on the upper level and breakfast main lobby weren't that great , lack for making us feel wanted there and serious faces everywhere with staff just not wanting to be there . Hotel is beautiful and well maintain , but there is nothing going on there or around the area . 45 minute drive ...

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6 Istanbul
The price is NZ$467 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$467
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,012 reviews)
The room was spotless and the staff was superb!!

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel

Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel

5 out of 5
Fener Kalamis Caddesi 38 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is NZ$325 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$325
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,111 reviews)
Comfortable hotel

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is NZ$177 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$177
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa 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! (2,222 reviews)
This was our best stay on our trip!!! The room was perfect and the food was wonderful. The staff and all employees were helpful and kind. We will come back! Susan Galler

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
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Other neighbourhoods around Rumeli Hisari

Bosphorus Bridge which includes a bridge, a river or creek and cruising

Beşiktaş

4.5/5(15 area reviews)

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.

Beşiktaş
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Maslak

Well liked for its restaurants and parks, Maslak is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Belgrad Forest and Parkorman, and jump on the metro at Ataturk Oto Sanayi Station to get around the city.

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Üsküdar

The seaside views and architecture are just a few things visitors like about Üsküdar. Bosphorus and Camlica Hill are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Altunizade Station or Bulgurlu Station to get around the larger area.

Üsküdar
Ihlamur Pavilion, or Ihlamur Kasri, a former imperial Ottoman summer pavilion constructed during the reign of Sultan Abdulmecid I, located in Nisantasi Ihlamur Yolu street, Sisli, Istanbul, Turkey

Şişli

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Travellers love Şişli for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Bomontiada and Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre.

Şişli
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Nişantaşı

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Nişantaşı. Spend some time visiting top spots like Abdi Ipekci Street, and catch the metro at Maçka Cable Car Station or Taşkışla Cable Car Station to see more of the area.

Nişantaşı
Taksim which includes street scenes and a city as well as a couple

Taksim

4/5(72 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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