Where to Stay Istanbul

The majority of tourists who come to Istanbul travel to historic areas such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Sultanhamet Mosque, Grand Bazaar and other historical palace around Sultanahmet.

Since most of the historical places in Istanbul are located in Sultanahmet Square, the best choice in hotel selection is the ones in Sultanahmet.

Because Sultanahmet hotels more expensive than other regions you can preferred cheap hotels in Aksaray, Taksim, Yenikapı districts, which is closer to this area than . You can only reach the Sulthhmet area in 10 minutes by tram or subway ticket.

Lets make some suggustion about Istanbul hotels;

Seven Hills Hotel

Stay in the heart of Istanbul; Seven Hills Hotel is the best hotel you will choose in Istanbul. The family-friendly hotel is located in the heart of the Sultanahmet Square and within walking distance of all the historical areas. You can also sample unique fish and meat menus in the restaurant, which has a magnificent view on the 3rd floor.

Seven Hills Hotel features a delightful rooftop terrace with views over the Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. It is ideally located just 300 m from the Marmara Sea. Located in Sultanahmet, Seven Hills Hotel is steps from Sultanahmet Square and Hagia Sophia Museum. Basilica Cistern and Blue Mosque are also within 10 minutes. Please click on the names of the major touristic places in Istanbul, below , to see the walking distances from Seven Hills Hotel.

Ataturk International Airport 34 minutes by car
Sirkeci Train Station 27 minutes walking
Grand Bazaar 15 minutes walking
Egyptian Bazaar 19 minutes walking
Underground Cistern 4 minutes walking
Hagia Sophia 3 minutes walking
Blue Mosque 6 minutes walking
Topkapi Museum 3 minutes walking
Archeological Museum 7 minutes walking

Mina Hotel

The Mina hotel have 45 fully renovated rooms and suites , situated in Sultanahmet, right in the heart of the old city, only steps away from this area's most popular sites (Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Hippodrome, Grand Covered Bazaar) and provide great value and an excellent base for enjoying an unforgettable holiday in Istanbul.

Staying here you can discover the city's rich past, admiring its beautiful mosques, museums and underground cisterns, as well as enjoy Istanbul's colourful present.

The Mina Hotel, which is not exactly on the Sultanahmet square, is a 10 minute walk away. You can reach the square in a very short time by walking between the historical monuments of Istanbul. There is an excellent view of the Mina hotel with its terrace café.

Sultanahmet Cesme Hotel

The Sultanahmet Cesme Hotel offers traditional Turkish hospitality with modern amenities in the heart of Istanbul’s old city. Surrounded by historic buildings and monuments, the Cesme hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of the city’s most popular attractions, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Hagia Sophia, and the Grand Bazaar. In addition, the location offers many restaurants, cafés, and shops right outside our doors. The hotel, newly constructed in 2010, was designed for the comfort and convenience of our guests. All of our rooms have free wireless Internet, satellite television, climate control, and a mini-bar, in addition to modern and spacious bathrooms. An extensive complimentary breakfast is served each morning on our covered terrace. In the warmer seasons, guests can enjoy relaxing over drinks on our rooftop terrace overlooking breathtaking views of the ancient city and the Marmara Sea. We look forward to welcoming you to the Sultanahmet Cesme Hotel and to helping make your stay in Istanbul a wonderful and unforgettable experience.

Alzer Hotel

Alzer Hotel is literally in walking distance to the historical sites: Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Obelisks, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar and countless others.