European Side

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European Side
Istanbul which includes a marina, landscape views and general coastal views
Istanbul featuring religious elements, a mosque and heritage architecture
Topkapi Palace which includes a bay or harbor, a city and a river or creek
Galata Bridge which includes city views, a ferry and night scenes

Where to stay in European Side

Blue Mosque featuring a mosque, a pond and a fountain

Sultanahmet

Discover the charm of old Istanbul in this working-class district, featuring narrow streets with tightly packed apartment buildings. Explore historic sites like Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia, or indulge in diverse cuisines, all easily accessible by tramway.

Sultanahmet
Taksim which includes street scenes and a city as well as a couple

Taksim

4/5(1,856 area reviews)

Major tourist hub, Taksim Square boasts a lively atmosphere with numerous restaurants, shops, and grand hotels. Explore İstiklal Caddesi, ride the nostalgic tram, and visit iconic landmarks like the Republic Monument and Taksim Mosque.

Taksim
Cumhuriyet Anıtı featuring street scenes, a city and a square or plaza

Istanbul City Center

4/5(235 area reviews)

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.

Istanbul City Center
Bosphorus Bridge which includes a coastal town, cruising and a river or creek

Beşiktaş

4.5/5(331 area reviews)

Scenic views of the Bosphorus strait and historic sites like Dolmabahçe Palace await in this bustling financial center. Enjoy modern shopping malls, diverse dining options, and easy access to ferries and metro lines for seamless exploration.

Beşiktaş
Istanbul which includes a marina, landscape views and general coastal views

Fatih

4.5/5(2,609 area reviews)

Explore historic libraries and diverse cuisines in this area, home to Istanbul University and the Orthodox Christian Patriarchate. Visit iconic sights like Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia, and discover what's nearby via the tramway from Sirkeci to Aksaray.

Fatih
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Şişli

4/5(454 area reviews)

Bomontiada and Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Centre are top sights in Şişli, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station to see more sights in the area.

Şişli
Nenessa Airport Hotel

Nenessa Airport Hotel

Mithatpasa Cd. 1, Arnavutköy, Istanbul
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arnavutköy. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Green Mosque and Florya ...
9/10 Wonderful! (181 reviews)
"The workers are good people and friendly. I recommended anybody ti stay hete. It's close to the airport."

Reviewed on 2025/8/13

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Nenessa Airport Hotel
YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance

YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance

Tayakadin Mah. Terminal Cad. No.: 1, Arnavutköy, Istanbul
The price is NT$8,277 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
NT$8,277
NT$9,271 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Arnavutköy. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"hotel it’s perfect. It’s walking distance food court and everything else what you can imagine. It’s great place to stay overnight."

Reviewed on 2025/8/14

YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE

YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE

Tayakadin Mah. Terminal Cad. No.1, Arnavutkoy, Arnavutköy, Istanbul
The price is NT$9,544 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
NT$9,544
NT$10,689 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Arnavutköy. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"I had booked the junior suite since I was with the family and also had a baby crib for a long layover. it was convenient and staff had everything ready for us as planned."

Reviewed on 2025/8/13

YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
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G Tower Residences

G Tower Residences

Mimar Sinan Cd 35, Istanbul, Istanbul
Book a stay at this business-friendly residence in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (316 reviews)
"Thank you Aras the best reception man in G Tower . All time helped me to get my best apartment with the great view, Aras is very professional with finding solutions to issues I asked for , I have been here in G Tower for 50 days. Aras and the team of G Tower helped me to stay comfortable."

Reviewed on 2025/8/2

G Tower Residences
Element Suites

Element Suites

Sehit Muhtar Mah Turan Cad Cevza Sok 2, Istanbul
Stay at this aparthotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
5.2/10 (294 reviews)
Good value
"For the price very good, clean comfortable small room nice bed shower worked fine, very central location, helpful reception staff, it’s in a steep street that looks a bit run down but is safe and a good cheap Turkish cafe on the corner"

Reviewed on 2024/12/28

Element Suites
Istanbul HUB Flats

Istanbul HUB Flats

Kocatepe Mahallesi. Taksim Çesmesi, Sokak. No:11 Taksim, Beyoglu, Istanbul, Istanbul
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, a free theme park shuttle, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Taksim ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (95 reviews)
"Thi hotel is very nicee and cooking stuff and all cutlery nice my expriance was amazing staff very friendly also property iwner also friendly My recomand i tell every one this hotel amazing When i come back same hotel again again Overall i love hoel every thing near just wakable shop"

Reviewed on 2025/8/15

Istanbul HUB Flats
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Popular places to visit

Taksim Square featuring food and markets as well as an individual male

Taksim Square

You can learn about the local history of Istanbul when you make a stop at a well-known site like Taksim Square. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.

Taksim Square
Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, a mosque and religious elements

Blue Mosque

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

Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia which includes heritage elements and a fountain

Hagia Sophia

Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.

Hagia Sophia
Grand Bazaar

Grand Bazaar

Enter the maze of shop-lined streets in one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world to browse hundreds of thousands of hand-crafted objects.

Grand Bazaar
Galata Tower

Galata Tower

Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.

Galata Tower
Topkapi Palace featuring a sunset and heritage architecture

Topkapi Palace

The official residence of the Ottoman sultans for about four centuries is now accessible to the public and home to sacred relics.

Topkapi Palace

Cities near European Side

Istanbul

Istanbul

Istanbul featuring an airport and landscape views

Arnavutköy