Sirkeci Mansion Hotel 
Superb in the art of hospitality, this top-rated Sirkeci Group boutique hotel (formerly called the Sirkeci Konak) has it all: convenient and quiet location for sightseeing, fine restaurants, many free activities for guests (tours, teatime, cooking classes, etc.), and an indoor swimming pool. Read More...
"One of the best hotels I have stayed in. Very professional and helpful staff. Rooms were comfy and clean. Lots of options in breakfast. It's close to..." Read More...
Dersaadet Hotel 
Exceptionally friendly and conscientious, the family-run Dersaadet is conveniently but quietly located just a few minutes' stroll from the Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque and the Arasta Bazaar. Some rooms have private hamams (Turkish baths), and the roof terrace offers panoramic sea views along with an excellent breakfast. Read More...
"Lovely boutique hotel in the beautiful Old Town of Istanbul. This is a very special and charming place, with perfect location to visit..." Read More...
Sarı Konak Hotel 
This family-run boutique inn is only a few minutes' stroll from the Hippodrome and Istanbul's major sights, but it's quiet and comfortable, offering an exceptionally warm welcome and fine views from the roof terrace. It has apartments/flats, too! Read More...
"terrace is incredible. Rooms are just right. Location is perfect. Staff is lovely." Read More...
Tashkonak Hotel 
Near the Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque but on a quiet street with a secret garden at the back, the Tashkonak has a variety of rooms for 1, 2, 3 or more guests, friendly service, and moderate rates. Read More...
"A very good hotel in the Sultanahmet close to the Blue Mosque. Room was clean and the beds were comfy with clean sheets. Bathroom was newer and very functional. Staff was very attentive and helpful. We had a..." Read More...
Lalahan Hotel 
Opened in August 2015 in a beautifully-restored Ottoman-era building just around the corner from the Sirkeci Mansion Hotel, the Lalahan Hotel is the latest jewel in the crown of the Boyacı hotel family. Read More...
"I had a great week's stay at this hotel. Comfortable and clean room, excellent customer service (exceptionally helpful and cooperative staff), the breakfasts were top notch, and its location is..." Read More...
Niles Hotel 
Family-run with super-friendly staff, beautifully renovated guest rooms, sea and city views from the modern roof terrace (where a fine buffet breakfast is served), the Niles is only a few minutes' stroll from the Grand Bazaar, and about 10 minutes' walk (and less by tram) along historic Divan Yolu from the Hippodrome. Read More...
"The staff were really friendly, especially the manager Mr. Kemal was super caring, helpful, and had great patience. Breakfast with great variety and was delicious. You could see the sea from the hotel terrace." Read More...
Terrace Guesthouse 
A small, super-friendly hotel with spectacular views of Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the Bosphorus, and the Sea of Marmara, at some of the best rates in Istanbul? That would be the Terrace Guesthouse, right across the street from the renowned Four Seasons Hotel, but with far better views than at that ultra-deluxe 5-star. Read More...
"The Terrace Guest House is a welcoming and wonderful place to stay in Istanbul. The location is ideal for sightseeing, shopping and taking in the old city charms. " Read More...
Yunus Emre Hotel & Hostel 
Two minutes' stroll from the Hippodrome (if you're a slow walker), this friendly, family-run hotel has comfortable hotel rooms with all services, a super-thrifty hostel section with tidy dorms, and a comfortable roof terrace with good views. Best rates in town! Read More...
"We had a room with attached bathroom. Room in itself was ok, had air conditioning, window, TV, cupboard with hangers, bed with side tables." Read More...
Hostels
Istanbul's hostels—no longer just for youth—compete with budget hotels when it comes to services. You can find them, along with all other Istanbul lodgings, here:
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