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The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior.

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Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel

Sultanahmet

per person

Aug 20 - Aug 25

found 14 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Taipei (TPE) to Istanbul (IST)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

This charming hotel was a perfect place from which to explore Sultanahmet. I loved the older charm and authentic decor. The rooftop has amazing views of both the Bosphorus Strait and the Hagia Sophia.

Reviewed on 2025/6/17

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Sultanahmet

per person

Aug 20 - Aug 25

found 14 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Taipei (TPE) to Istanbul (IST)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (415 reviews)

Staff was helpful, accommodating and kind at every level. The rooms and property was top notch excluding the small elevators.

Reviewed on 2025/6/21

CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

Taksim

per person

Aug 20 - Aug 25

found 14 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Taipei (TPE) to Istanbul (IST)

8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)

I recommend it . Location. Room quality are good

Reviewed on 2025/6/21

Reviews of Blue Mosque

4.5

Top Destination

5 - Excellent

1391

4 - Good

595

3 - Okay

170

2 - Disappointing

28

1 - Terrible

17

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

We went in January and did not realize the Mosque was under heavy restoration efforts. The bulk of the work was internal so we missed out on the beautiful tile work inside.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Currently under restoration limited view of the inside ceilings. but still worth a trip

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

this place is over crowded and under construction, looks good from the outside but pointless from the inside.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

It is under construction and you can only see a little of the inside.

3/5 - Okay

Rusty

Undergoing a major renovation. There was almost no line to enter and there was no cost, so I think it was worth the visit, but prepare to be underwhelmed once inside. Don't forget about prayer times. Visitors are not allowed inside during these times. If you can find the times, they are posted outside the mosque.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Almost entirely under reconstruction interiorly- some exterior work being done as well. I recommend waiting 5 years to come.

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