Istanbul hotels
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Good to know
Low season | January | Cheapest month to stay with an average 19% drop in price. |
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High season | July | Most expensive month to stay with an average 56% rise in price. |
Average price (weeknight) | $118 | Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks. |
Average price (weekend night) | $117 | Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks. |
When to book a hotel in Istanbul
Top tips for finding perfect Istanbul hotel deals
- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Istanbul, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Istanbul in January and November.
- Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Istanbul if you stay on a Sunday. The opposite is true for, Tuesday, which is usually the most expensive day.
- Book at least 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Istanbul accommodation.
- The cheapest 3-star hotel room in Istanbul found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $13, while the most expensive was $204.
- How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Istanbul for 5 days.
- If you’re looking for Hotels in Istanbul with a sea view, you’ll find a lot of good choices in the Beyoğlu and the Eminönü neighborhoods.
- The Legacy Ottoman Hotel is a 5-star option in Beyoğlu that overlooks the harbor and the surrounding area. There’s also the Hotel Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus in the Eminönü area, which has a waterfront view and is close by the Istanbul Museum of Modern Art.
- For travelers who want to stay near Hagia Sophia, the Hagia Sophia Hotel İstanbul Old City is a great choice with a terrace restaurant and a hip hotel bar. Alternatively, the Hotel Sultanahmet, is a good low-key option.
- For a stay near the Grand Bazaar, consider the luxurious Fer Hotel or the budget Amber Hotel, which are both a short walk to the bazaar.
- If it’s all-inclusive hotels you’re looking for, the Crowne Plaza Hotel Istanbul-Asia is a good pick, as it offers a family-friendly atmosphere with two restaurants and 24-hour room service.
- Those headed to the Asian side of Istanbul should check out options in the Moda neighborhood. The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Istanbul-Moda or the MyKent Hotel are great for exploring this area of the city.
- For those looking for hotels in Istanbul near Taksim, there’s the Point Hotel Taksim, which is a trendy, modern hotel with a restaurant that overlooks the Bosphorus Strait.
- If you’re planning on staying in Aksaray, the Port Hotel is a good, budget-friendly option. There’s also the Sofa Hotel in the city center, a great option if you want to be close to the action.
FAQs when booking a hotel in Istanbul
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Hotels adjacent to Taksim Square and in Esenyurt or Zeytinburnu are usually very popular with KAYAK users.
Misafir Suites 8 Istanbul, Dedeman Istanbul and Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center are very popular with users who want to stay within walking distance of Taksim Square.
Although the average price for a double room in Istanbul is $77, $6 is the lowest price found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days.
The Taksim Metropark Hotel offers both suites and standard rooms, and kids under the age of five can stay for free if they’re traveling with their parents. There’s also the Sumengen Hotel in the Old City, which has large family suites and a daily buffet for breakfast.
The Hotel Sultanahmet Palace is a great option in this part of Istanbul. The historic building is located right next to the Blue Mosque and boasts a restaurant with beautiful views of the Marmara Sea. If you’re looking for something a little cheaper, then you can try the Hotel Sultan Hill.
Sultanahmet is the best neighborhood for history buffs, as it was built around a Byzantine hippodrome. A hotel in this area will keep you close to the Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sophia, and the Topkapi Palace. The Boutique Saint Sophia is a smart, central option that’s ideal if you’re traveling with children or a large group. There’s also the Constantine Hotel, which is a solid economical option, which includes a free breakfast.
The Ramada Encore Istanbul Airport is a good, no-fuss option close to Ataturk International Airport. For those wanting to stay on Istanbul airport property, the TAV Airport Hotel is an excellent option for business travelers, which is directly connected to the international terminal.
In the last 72 hours, users have found Istanbul hotels for this weekend for as low as $6 per night. Users have also found 3-star hotels from $9 and 4-star hotels from $9.
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighborhood, which allows you to pick the central Istanbul districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Istanbul city center.
Take a look at our extensive hotel map to find the best hotels near you.
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