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Here is a quick list of Beach Hotels in Istanbul, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Cvk Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul |
9.2 / 10 (7468 Reviews) |
From 278$ | |
| Divas Hotel |
7.2 / 10 (210 Reviews) |
From 8$ | |
| May Hotel Istanbul |
7.2 / 10 (91 Reviews) |
From 31$ | |
| Florya House Hotel |
7.6 / 10 (327 Reviews) |
From 26$ | |
| Mim Hotel Istanbul |
7.2 / 10 (236 Reviews) |
From 33$ |
When you think of a vacation in Istanbul, what type of accommodation comes to mind? Many people would likely choose a beach hotel, given Istanbul’s close proximity to the sea. However, there are a few reasons why you may want to consider a hotel located in the city centre instead.
First of all, beach hotels can be quite expensive, especially during the summer months. In contrast, hotels located in the city centre are often much more affordable, especially if you are looking for something mid-range or budget-friendly.
Second, Istanbul is a huge city with a great deal to see and do. If you are only in town for a few days, it’s much more convenient to be close to all the action. Many of the city’s main attractions, including the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Grand Bazaar, are all within walking distance of each other.
Finally, beach hotels can often be quite noisy, especially if they are located close to the water. If you’re looking for a relaxing holiday, it might be better to choose a hotel that’s a bit further away from the ocean.
In conclusion, there are a number of reasons why you may want to choose a hotel located in the city centre when travelling to Istanbul. Beach hotels can be more expensive and noisy, while city centre hotels offer great value for money and are ideally located close to all the main attractions.
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Cvk Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul
From 278$
The luxurious property in Taksim with nice bars and cafes, is set within 10 minutes' drive of the Ottoman-era Friday Blue Mosque and within 3.3 km of such shopping venues as the historic Sultanahmet District. The comfortable Cvk Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul is situated at a 3 km distance from the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum, which is considered to be a sacred site.
Along with other cultural attractions the enormous Topkapi Palace is nestled 2.6 km from this designer accommodation.
Some of the elegant rooms of the property face the city, and comprise a balcony and a dressing room. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as comforts as a trouser press and climate control are also featured. Equipped with a hot tub and a sauna, the elegant bathrooms have hair dryers.
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Divas Hotel
From 8$
This property, in the very heart of the historic district of Istanbul, is set right at the Ottoman - era Friday Blue Mosque. The Divas is centrally situated a few minutes drive from the ancient Sultanahmet District.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Sea of Marmara, which is a 14-minute walk away. Divas Hotel is located a 5-minute walk from the palace Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts, in Istanbul.
Featuring comfortable interior with soundproof windows, some of the rooms are equipped with an individual climate control and ironing facilities along with complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Guests can use a shower and a shared toilet together with a hair dryer and guest toiletries.
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May Hotel Istanbul
From 31$
Standing at a medium distance from the Ottoman - era Friday Blue Mosque, the accommodation is located in the old part of Istanbul. The enormous Topkapi Palace in Istanbul is a 5-minute ride from the hotel.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Sea of Marmara, which is 5 minutes away by car. The pleasant May Hotel Istanbul is set at walking distance to the word Sultanahmet District.
Furnished with a writing table, the 8 rooms also include such conveniences as WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with a mini fridge bar. Guests can use a shower together with a hair dryer and towels. Some of the comfortable units have views of the courtyard.
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Florya House Hotel
From 26$
The property is placed in European Side where the Occident meets the Orient and brings the best of both to Istanbul, 10 minutes by car from such family-friendly attractions as Istanbul Aquarium. The hotel is a mere 1.6 km from Aqua Florya Shopping and Life Center in Istanbul.
Menekse Beach is a few minutes drive from the accommodation, and Florya is situated nearly a 10-minute walk away.
The 14 units at this Istanbul property are air-conditioned, some of them have soundproof windows along with a mini-fridge-bar and a coffeemaker. In-room entertainment includes a TV, while such comforts as an iron and ironing board, and climate control are also provided. Together with a shower, the private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and guest toiletries. Certain units overlook the city.
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Mim Hotel Istanbul
From 33$
The property has a prime location around a 15-minute drive from the Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum", while shopping venues like Republic Monument are nearly a 25-minute walk away. NISantasi is within a minutes' drive of the hotel, and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 45 km away.
Sport lovers will enjoy the proximity of Vodafone Park Multi-Purpose Stadium, which is 5 minutes away by car.
You can stay in one of the 114 non-smoking rooms featuring complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with a mini-bar. Furnished with a work desk, they also have sound-proofed windows. Bathrooms include a roll in shower and a separate toilet, along with comforts such as hair dryers and bath sheets. Some units have views of the street.
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| Family Hotel 👪 | Cvk Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul |
| Best Price Hotel 🤑 | Divas Hotel |
| Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | May Hotel Istanbul |
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At the accommodation, you'll be just 0.9 km from the Ottoman imperial Suleymaniye Mosque and around 25 minutes on foot from the great Hagia Sophia Museum. The Old City Sultanahmet district, where the Ilkbal De Luxe sits, grants access to cultural attractions like the modern Galata Bridge, which is 2.3 km away.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Sea of Marmara, which is just 1.4 km away. The 4-star Ilkbal De Luxe Hotel is placed quite close to the functioning Blue Mosque, while Beyazit bus station is just 0.7 km away.
Some of the 124 air-conditioned rooms at the property are furnished with a writing desk, and appointed with a minibar. A sauna, together with such comforts as hair dryers and slippers are also provided.
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The property in the Old City Sultanahmet district, within 17 minutes' walk of the word Sultanahmet District. The hotel is situated within a minutes' drive of the Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum", which is considered to be a sacred site.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Sea of Marmara, which is 10 minutes' stroll away. Hotel Niles Istanbul is also nearly 6 minutes' walk from Corlulu Alipasa Madresesi.
There are air-conditioned rooms at the accommodation, some of them come with complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and include private bathrooms fitted with a bidet and a bathtub. For your comfort, you will find an electric kettle and fridges.
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The cobblestone Istiklal Street is not very far away, while Sultanahmet Tram train station is within 3 km of the accommodation. The area includes such religious sights as the Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum" (2.5 km) and the Chora church "Kariye Mosque" (2.9 km).
Basilica Cistern is a 10-minute drive away, and Sishane-Zemin Istanbul is a short distance from this hotel.
Overlooking the sea, some rooms at the accommodation feature a stone fireplace furnished with a sofa. Also, there is a minibar fridge as well as a safe box and smoke detectors provided. The private bathrooms feature hair dryers and bathrobes.
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The deluxe accommodation is located in a shopping area of Istanbul, approximately a 19-minute walk from Dolmabahce Palace and at a short distance from the cobblestone Istiklal Street. The Marmara Taksim Istanbul is situated in Taksim with its bars and nightspots, just a 5-minute walk from Hagia Triada Greek Orthodox Church.
There is the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum about 2.8 km away, while Park Otel bus station just near the property.
The Marmara Taksim welcomes guests to 375 smoke-free rooms. Some of them come with complimentary wireless internet and cable channels along with a Nespresso machine and a minibar. For more comfort, a hair dryer together with a spa bathtub are provided. Certain units have fascinating views of the sea.
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Cemal Resit Rey Concert Hall is not so far from the accommodation and Dolmabahce Palace is 18 minutes' walk away. Guests can visit places of worship such as the great Hagia Sophia Museum, set 3.5 km from the 4-star hotel.
There is the functioning Blue Mosque 10 minutes' drive away, while Airport bus station a minute's walk from this property.
You can stay in one of the 185 non-smoking rooms featuring complimentary WiFi and an LCD TV set along with an electric kettle. A sauna and a shower, together with such comforts as hairdryers and toiletries are also provided.
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Situated in Fatih with the peninsula coinciding with old Constantinople, the property is set close to the historical urban Gulhane Park. The nearby places of worship include the 4th - century Byzantine Hagia Irene Church Museum (650 metres) and Little Hagia Sophia Mosque (1.4 km).
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Sea of Marmara, which is 0.7 km away. The Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum" as well as The Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque are all a 10-minute walk from the 4-star Erboy Hotel.
Some of the 56 non-smoking rooms at the Erboy are furnished with a work desk, and appointed with a mini-fridge-bar and an electric kettle. A shower, together with such comforts as a hairdryer and toiletries are also provided.
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The property stands an 18-minute stroll from the cobblestone Istiklal Street. Taksim with their historical characteristics, touristic attraction, buildings featuring cultural diversities, where the hotel sits, grants access to cultural attractions like Dolmabahce Palace, which is approximately 1.5 km away.
You may prefer to explore the area's attractions, as the accommodation is set amid a bar and a restaurant. The Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum" is 10 minutes' drive away, while Taksim is within a stone's throw away from Golden Age Hotel Istanbul.
There are non-smoking rooms at the Golden Age Hotel Istanbul, some of them come with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and include private bathrooms fitted with a walk-in shower. They are appointed with a writing table, and also feature a mini-fridge-bar. These units offer views of the city.
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Hilton Istanbul Kozyatagi
From 140$
This Istanbul property is a 10-minute drive from KidZania and within walking distance from a motorway. Sports fans will also enjoy visiting Ulker Sports Arena, a 10-minute ride from the Hilton Istanbul Kozyatagi.
The nearby family attractions include Emaar Aquarium 5 minutes by car from the accommodation.
There are 325 rooms with a mini-kitchen and a dining area. Some of them offer complimentary WiFi and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels together with a mini fridge bar and coffee/tea making facilities. They are outfitted with modern-style decor. The elegant bathrooms offer a roll in shower and a sauna together with hair dryers. Guests will also appreciate bright views of the city.
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Mercure Istanbul Umraniye
From 45$
The property is set in Asian Side with a number of options, at a moderate distance from Cakmak underground station. The massive Camlica Mosque is at a 3.9 km distance from the hotel, while Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 35 km from it.
The best historical sights to visit here include Beylerbeyi Historical Summer Palace, situated at a 7 km distance from the accommodation.
Furnished with soundproof windows, the rooms are allergy-free and offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Also, there is a minibar fridge as well as a safe box and smoke detectors provided. The private bathrooms come with hairdryers and toiletries. Certain units overlook the city.
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Barcelo Istanbul
From 179$
The Barcelo Istanbul boasts a special location less than a 10-minute walk from Taksim underground station and merely a 5-minute walk from Cathedral of the Holy Spirit. The neoclassical Istanbul Archaeology Museums is a 10-minute ride from the elegant property, while Istanbul airport is 45 km from it.
Istanbul Riverside Museum of Modern Art is about 25 minutes' walk away, while Sultanahmet Tram is situated 8 km from the accommodation.
Some of the well-appointed rooms have a lounge area and a mini-kitchen, and such facilities as free wireless internet, along with a Nespresso machine and a mini-bar. Furnished with a work desk, they also have sound-proofed windows. Bathrooms include a spa bathtub and a sauna together with comforts such as a hair dryer and bathrobes.
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Dodo Hotel Spa Old City
From 51$
The property is set in the Old City Sultanahmet district of Istanbul, approximately a 25-minute walk from business venues like the 85-metre-tall fire-watch Beyazit Tower and within a minutes' drive from the historic Sultanahmet District. The historic Rustem Pasha Mosque is a 13-minute walk from the Palde Hotel & Spa, while Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 50 km from it.
Also, the accommodation is within a short walking distance from the Ottoman imperial Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque, while Sirkeci train station is placed approximately 5 minutes' walk away.
Furnished with a writing table, some of the 57 rooms feature an individual climate control and central heating along with cable channels. Guests can use a spa bathtub and a shower together with hair dryers and towels. The units also look over the city.
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This Istanbul property is set just 6 minutes' walk from Ekav Art Gallery and relatively near Taksim underground station. The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul At The Bosphorus is based along banks, and at a 3.7 km distance from the Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum".
The neoclassical Istanbul Archaeology Museums is about 3.3 km away, and Sultanahmet Tram is situated at a 7 km distance from the accommodation.
Looking onto the garden, some rooms at this Istanbul property offer a stone fireplace and big windows furnished with a sofa. Guests can also use a spa bathtub and a sauna, along with such amenities as a hairdryer.
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Point Hotel Barbaros
From 81$
The property is placed about 45 km from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport and a 10-minute ride from such cultural venues as Istanbul Riverside Museum of Modern Art. The Point Hotel Barbaros Istanbul is 5 minutes by car from Yildiz Park and just a few steps from The Game For Big Kids.
The accommodation stands 7 km from the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.
The rooms include a minibar fridge, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for your convenience. For more comfort, a hair dryer together with a Jacuzzi and a sauna are provided. Additionally, stunning views of the sea are offered.
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Regard Hotel
From 42$
The accommodation is set in Taksim with many transportation opportunities all parts of the city including bus, metro, ferry and tram, within 3.3 km of Miniaturk Miniature Park and within close distance of Republic Monument. The nearby sports attractions include Vodafone Park, 18 minutes on foot from the Regard.
This property also provides access to shopping attractions like Istanbul Cevahir Shopping and Entertainment Center, which are a 15-minute walk away.
Looking onto the city, some rooms at the accommodation offer soundproof windows furnished with a sofa and a work desk. Guests can make use of a mini-fridge-bar and an electric kettle, and relax with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathrooms are appointed with a shower, and such comforts as hair dryers and towels.
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A special location in the heart of Istanbul gives guests direct access to Kaset Mitanni, which is a 6-minute walk away. Abbasaga Public Parki is nearly an 8-minute walk from the Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus, and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 40 km away.
The accommodation is placed at a moderate distance from the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum, and Besiktas Iskele bus station is merely a 10-minute walk away.
Some of the 553 air-conditioned rooms as the property face the park and comprise a mini-kitchen and a dressing room. Furnished with a writing desk, they also have sound-proofed windows. The marble-lined bathrooms come with a hair dryer and bath sheets as well as a sauna and a separate toilet. In addition, a номер делюкс з двома односпальними ліжками has contemporary interior and welcomes guests with contemporary atmosphere.
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Flats Company Ajda Apartment
From 77$
The 65 m² accommodation is located right in the centre of Istanbul, within 5 minutes' drive of Basilica Cistern. Flats Company Ajda Apartment is situated close to Galata Koprusu Bridge, not so far from Sishane-Zemin Istanbul tube station. You can head to Karakoy Gulluoglu, which offers Turkish cuisine approximately 5 minutes' walk from the property.
The accommodation comprises 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bidet, a separate toilet and a bath.
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Doubletree By Hilton Istanbul - Sirkeci
From 67$
Istanbul Archaeological Museum is located within 5 minutes' walk of the property, and such natural sites as the historical urban Gulhane Park is a 7-minute walk away. From the Doubletree By Hilton Istanbul - Sirkeci it will take around 15 minutes to walk to Eminonu Square.
The accommodation is also close to a shopping centre and a bazaar. Options for cultural tourism include the enormous Topkapi Palace, set nearly 14 minutes' walk away.
The newly refreshed Doubletree By Hilton Istanbul - Sirkeci offers 113 rooms with a minibar fridge, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A sauna and a shower, together with such comforts as a hair dryer and toiletries are also provided. Some units feature views of the city.
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The property has a privileged location in Taksim with their historical characteristics, touristic attraction, buildings featuring cultural diversities, relatively close to Macka ParkI. Guests can visit places of worship such as the Ottoman - era Friday Blue Mosque, set 10 minutes by car from the St. Regis Istanbul.
Cultural experience in the area feature Madame Tussauds, situated within 5 minutes' drive of this opulent accommodation.
Furnished with a work desk, the 118 rooms also include such conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, along with a mini fridge bar. They are decorated with elegant furniture. The private bathrooms feature a hair dryer and shower caps.
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Radisson Hotel Istanbul Sultanahmet
From 80$
The property stands in the Old City Sultanahmet district of Istanbul, only a short drive from the religious sites like the 4th-century Byzantine Hagia Irene Church Museum. Cultural sights in the area include the enormous Topkapi Palace, which is around 1.3 km away.
The hotel is circled by popular attractions, such as eateries and restaurants. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting the historical urban Gulhane Park, 950 metres of Radisson Hotel Istanbul Sultanahmet.
The 31 rooms at the Radisson Hotel Istanbul Sultanahmet include a balcony and a seating area. Some of the rooms feature spacious decor furnished with a sofa and a work desk. Along with a mini fridge bar and a coffee machine, these spacious units offer free wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels for your comfort. Bathrooms have a bidet and a bathtub together with hair dryers and free toiletries. Guests can also enjoy views of the sea.
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Fors Hotel
From 19$
This hotel is around 14 minutes on foot from Sea of Marmara in Istanbul. The accommodation is just a short drive from Little Hagia Sophia Mosque, and Cagaloglu Hamami Public Bath, where guests can indulge in relaxation, stands a 12-minute walk away.
The 3-star hotel is placed nearly 15 minutes on foot from Historic Areas of Istanbul, while Beyazit bus station is only 500 metres away.
The 14 rooms are fitted with an individual safe, as well as comforts such as an iron and ironing board, and air conditioner. Guests can use a separate toilet together with hairdryers and a shower cap. Some units feature views of the city.
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The accommodation is located merely 1.9 km from the Storied 16th-century Suleymaniye Ottoman Mosque and 650 metres from Basilica Cistern. The byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum is not too far from the Golden Horn and Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 45 km away.
The property is placed merely 1.1 km from Galata Koprusu Bridge, while Eminonu IETT Terminal bus station is a mere 0.9 km away.
You can stay in one of the 53 air-conditioned rooms featuring cable channels along with a minibar. Private bathrooms include nice touches such as a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can also enjoy sea views.