Istanbul Accommodations
Istanbul
It is difficult to give a comprehensive guide to accommodation in Istanbul as it is such a vast city and choice often depends on the reason for a visitor coming in the first place. Certainly the European side is most popular. Here is a flavour of what is on offer. Many of the big international brands are here; Ritz Carlton, Ramada Plaza, Hilton, Kempinski, Park Hyatt and Swissotel.
Luxury
InterContinental Istanbul, a 5 star with 390 rooms is in the centre of the city in Taksim, an ideal starting point for exploring this wonderful city. The hotel has all the features you would expect of top quality accommodation in Istanbul. Its rooftop restaurant is a particular treat with wonderful views over Istanbul.
Four Seasons Istanbul at the Bosphorus, another 5 star hotel with 170 rooms has wonderful views over the Bosphorus and all the things you would expect of such quality accommodation.
Pera Palace Hotel with 115 rooms is in Tepebasi in Pera. It retains a traditional feel and its attractions include the Agatha Restaurant, the Kubbeli Saloon, the Patisserie de Pera and the Orient Bar.
Mid-Range
Hotel Amira Istanbul is 4 star hotel with 32 rooms in the very heart of the capital in Sultanahmet, Istanbul and its many attractions. The rooftop terrace is extremely popular.
Albinas Hotel is 4 star hotel with 28 rooms, 10 miles from Ataturk Airport. The views range from the Blue Mosque to the Sea of Marmara and they are particularly good from the rooftop terrace.
Best Point Hotel is another in Sultanahmet. It has 21 rooms all spacious and elegant. The terrace has stunning views of the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia and the Marmara Sea.
Aren Suites is a 3 star boutique hotel in the historical area of the old city. The rooftop terrace offers a complete sea view. There are just 17 rooms that are happily filled by visitors to Istanbul.
Budget
Hanedan Hotel is a 10 room hotel in Sultanahmet, a great location for tourists.
Peyk Hotel has 26 rooms and is located in Sultanahmet. You can see the major sights on foot and there is a tram close by.
Ilya Pera Hotel in Beyoglu is just 10 minute walk from Taksim Square within easy reach of the major attractions and the airport bus.