Istanbul Hotels for Romantic Getaway near Topkapi Palace harem

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Grand Anka Hotel

8.2 / 10

(99 Reviews)

From 38$
Deluxe Golden Horn Sultanahmet Hotel

8.5 / 10

(2001 Reviews)

From 78$
Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa

8.9 / 10

(1846 Reviews)

From 152$
Ciragan Palace Kempinski Istanbul

9.4 / 10

(1313 Reviews)

From 263$
Romantic Hotel Istanbul

8.5 / 10

(472 Reviews)

From 57$

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Grand Anka Hotel Deluxe Golden Horn Sultanahmet Hotel Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa Ciragan Palace Kempinski Istanbul Romantic Hotel Istanbul Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Taksim Pera Palace Hotel Blue Istanbul Hotel Taksim Kupeli Hotel

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8.2
Very good
99 Reviews

Grand Anka Hotel

📍 Molla Gurani Street No:46, Findikzade

From 38$

Boasting a location within 5 minutes' drive of the sea, the elegant Grand Anka Hotel Istanbul offers 39 rooms along with a currency exchange and a lift. Nestled in the Topkapi district of Istanbul, the 4-star modern hotel is situated approximately 10 minutes' drive from the historic Sultanahmet District, which is good for shopping lovers.

This boutique accommodation is located in the centre of Istanbul, 20 minutes' stroll from the Ottoman Fatih Mosque and Complex and near a tube station. The historic Blue Mosque is nearly a 10-minute drive from the smoke-free Grand Anka, while Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 45 km from it. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Sea of Marmara, which is approximately a 5-minute drive away. Grand Anka Hotel is situated a walk from the Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum", while IETT Aksaray Peron Duragi bus station lies merely 0.6 km away. The nearest underground station is a mere 0.9 km away.

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8.5
Very good
2001 Reviews

Deluxe Golden Horn Sultanahmet Hotel

📍 Binbirdirek Meydani Sokak No:1 Sultanahmet

From 78$

The 4-star Deluxe Golden Horn Sultanahmet Hotel is situated near the entertainment district of Istanbul, within 5 minutes' drive of the ancient Column of Constantine. This modern hotel has views of the sea and features Wi-Fi throughout the property.

The luxurious property is in the very heart of the city, approximately a 5-minute ride from Serpent Column, and a short distance from Vezneciler-Istanbul Universitesi tube station. The hotel is within a 400-metre distance of the Ottoman-era Friday Blue Mosque and 45 km from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Sea of Marmara, which is nearly a 5-minute ride away. Deluxe Golden Horn Sultanahmet Hotel is situated within a short walking distance of Dolmabahce Palace, while Havatas transfer bus station lies 5 minutes' stroll away. The accommodation is also perfectly located a 10-minute stroll from Sirkeci train station.

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8.9
Excellent
1846 Reviews

Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa

📍 Hocapasa Mah. Hudavenigar Cad. 17/19

From 152$

Offering 35 rooms, the 4-star Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa is near the entertainment district of Istanbul, around 15 minutes' walk from the functioning Blue Mosque. A cocktail bar as well as a hammam, a shared lounge, and various recreational opportunities can be enjoyed at this family-friendly hotel, boasting the setting just a minute's drive from Basilica Cistern.

The luxurious property is located in the heart of Istanbul, only 9 minutes' walk from the superb Istanbul Archaeology Museums and near an underground station. Guests can visit Bahnhof Istanbul Sirkeci, which is approximately a 5-minute walk away, and the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum which is at a moderate distance from the smoke-free Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa. The accommodation is also only a short drive from Gulhane Park. Standing just 1.5 km away, the Storied 16th-century Suleymaniye Ottoman Mosque is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination. This Istanbul hotel is nearly a 10-minute walk from Havatas transfer bus station.

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9.4
Excellent
1313 Reviews

Ciragan Palace Kempinski Istanbul

📍 Ciragan Caddesi No 32

From 263$

Located within 5 minutes' walk of the Turkish Galatasaray Public University, the sumptuous 5-star Ciragan Palace Kempinski Istanbul hotel has an outdoor pool area with parasols, a sun lounger, and a sauna. The smoke-free hotel features 313 rooms in a shopping area, a short distance from culture-oriented attractions such as the national Maritime Museum.

The luxury property, nestled close to the business district of Istanbul, is just 8 minutes on foot from Yildiz Park. The ottoman - style Dolmabahce Mosque is a 5-minute drive from the grand Ciragan Palace Kempinski, and Istanbul airport is 20 km away. The accommodation offers a superb location next to jewellery shops and a market. Ciragan Palace Kempinski Istanbul hotel is situated within close distance of Taksim Gezi Park, while Kabatas Erkek Lisesi bus station lies about 10 minutes' walk away.

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8.5
Very good
472 Reviews

Romantic Hotel Istanbul

📍 Mimar Mehmet Aga Cad. Amiral Tafdil Sokak No:29 Sultanahmet

From 57$

Located in the Old City Sultanahmet district of Istanbul, merely 7 minutes' stroll from the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum, the 3-star Romantic Hotel Istanbul features a rooftop terrace and various recreational opportunities. Situated a minute's walk from Boukoleon Palace, this smoke-free hotel enjoys views of the Marmara Sea.

The accommodation is within 5 minutes' drive of Sea of Marmara in Istanbul. The nearby cultural attractions are The museum of the ancient Orient (750 metres) and Serpent Column (0.7 km). The area also includes natural sights like the historical urban Gulhane Park just a short stroll from this Istanbul hotel. Romantic Hotel Istanbul is near an underground station and Akbiyik bus stop is nearly a 10-minute stroll away.

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Hotels in Istanbul

Airport nearby 🛬 Istanbul, Cengiz Topel Havaalani, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International, Corlu, Bursa Yenisehir
Rating 🏅 39
Istanbul Hotels 🛎️ 8528
Nearby Cities 🌇 Maslak, Cebeci Mahallesi, Laleli
Min Price 💸 1$
Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 Grand Anka Hotel
Hotel with balcony 🌤️ Deluxe Golden Horn Sultanahmet Hotel
Hotel with a view 🔍 Best Western Empire Palace Hotel & Spa

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9.3
Excellent
2319 Reviews

Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus

📍 Cumhuriyet Caddesi

From 222$

The 5-star Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus Hotel is situated only 0.7 km from Askeri Muze ve Kultur Sitesi KomutanlIgI Museum and features a cash machine and a lift. The smoke-free hotel offers 500 rooms in a shopping area of the city not too far from the luxurious Spa Soul at The Ritz-Carlton, where guests can get a retreat experience.

The pet-friendly property is nestled within a 10-minute drive of the sultan Ahmed Blue Mosque and near the entertainment district of Istanbul. The luxury Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus is a 5-minute stroll from Istanbul Congress Center and a minute away from Taksim underground station. The accommodation is set in gardens. Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus Hotel is situated nearly a 10-minute ride from the Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum", while Airport bus station lies around 5 minutes' walk away. The Taskisla cable car station is within short walking distance of this Istanbul property.

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8.9
Excellent
1158 Reviews

Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Taksim

📍 Gumussuyu Mah. Inonu Cad. No:15 Taksim Beyoglu

From 78$

Located nearly a 5-minute drive from the 4-level mall "Demiroren Istiklal Shopping Center", the 4-star Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Taksim Hotel boasts a health club and a spa lounge with aromatherapy, reflexology, and spa service. The smoke-free hotel features 101 rooms in a shopping area, around a 25-minute walk from culture-oriented attractions such as the modern Galata Bridge.

The business accommodation has a perfect location a 10-minute ride from the Holy mosque "Hagia Sophia Museum", while shopping venues like the historic Sultanahmet District are about 10 minutes' drive away. The Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Taksim offers proximity to such natural sights as Miniaturk Miniature Park (3.4 km) and Yildiz Park (3.1 km). This Istanbul property is relatively near IBB Taksim Sanat Galerisi, while Taksim lies around 10 minutes' walk away. Ramada By Wyndham Istanbul Taksim Hotel stands close to Republic Monument, just a 5-minute walk from Hava Airport bus stop.

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9.1
Excellent
2870 Reviews

Pera Palace Hotel

📍 Mesrutiyet Cad. No:52

From 236$

5 minutes by car from the historical urban Gulhane Park, the 5-star Pera Palace Hotel Istanbul offers a currency exchange and a lift. Situated within easy reach of the cobblestone Istiklal Street, this Istanbul hotel has a heated swimming pool as well as a steam room, a hot tub, and sauna facilities.

The luxury property is located in the heart of Istanbul in a shopping area, a 5-minute walk from Istanbul Riverside Museum of Modern Art. The byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum is 10 minutes' drive from the luxurious Pera Palace, and Istanbul airport is 45 km away. Republic Monument lies a 16-minute stroll away, and Sishane-Zemin Istanbul is a minute away from the accommodation. You can catch the bus at Tepebasi bus stop, within 500 metres of Pera Palace Hotel.

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8.4
Very good
343 Reviews

Blue Istanbul Hotel Taksim

📍 Nazli Hanim Sokak

From 47$

The 3-star Blue Istanbul Hotel Taksim is located near the entertainment district of Istanbul about 5 minutes by car from the bustling Galata Bridge. Boasting a location within a short walking distance of the refurbished Arap Mosque, this smoke-free hotel offers 14 rooms and a snack bar onsite.

The accommodation is about 45 km from Istanbul airport and at a 550-metre distance from such cultural venues as Istanbul Riverside Museum of Modern Art. The Blue Istanbul Hotel Taksim is only 450 metres from Neve Shalom Synagogue and close to Sishane-Zemin Istanbul underground station. This Istanbul property is situated within 25 minutes' walk of the historical urban Gulhane Park, and Karakoy bus station lies about 1 km away. The nearest underground station is about 5 minutes' walk away.

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8.4
Very good
839 Reviews

Kupeli Hotel

📍 Eminsinan Mah.Gedikpasa Hamam Cad. No :4

From 27$

Located 45 km from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport, the 3-star Kupeli Hotel offers 24-hour reception and late check-out service, as well as cars for rent. There is an underground station near this non-smoking hotel, and guests can easily reach the Ottoman - era Friday Blue Mosque which is just 200 metres away.

The smoke-free accommodation is only 13 minutes on foot from the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum and a 5-minute drive from Sea of Marmara. The modern Kupeli Istanbul is notable for its superb location adjacent to the 18th - century Nuruosmaniye Ottoman Mosque. The family-friendly property is situated 5 minutes' drive the Ottoman imperial Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque, while Havatas transfer bus station lies about 5 minutes' walk away. The nearest underground station is about 10 minutes' walk away.

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9
Excellent
3710 Reviews

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

📍 Visnezade Mah Acisu Sok

From 230$

The 5-star Swissotel Bosphorus Istanbul hotel is located a 10-minute ride from the historic Sultanahmet District and offers a currency exchange and a cash machine. This exclusive hotel provides Wi-Fi in public areas as well as a Turkish steam room, a steam room, and a treatment room.

Nestled right in the centre of Istanbul, the property is enhanced by bars and restaurants. The large Topkapi Palace harem Museum is a 10-minute ride away, while Visnezade Camii is close to the hotel. There is Dolmabahce Palace about 5 minutes away by car, and Besiktas Iskele bus station is only 0.6 km from this fantastic accommodation. Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul hotel is also near a tube station.

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6.3
Good
65 Reviews

Marmaray Hotel

📍 Guvenlik Caddesi No:43, Yenikapi

From 50$

Comprising 93 rooms, Marmaray Hotel Istanbul is near an entertainment district, 5 minutes by car from the Ottoman - era Friday Blue Mosque. This comfortable hotel provides guests with Wi-Fi throughout the property.

The accommodation is located just 600 metres from the baroque-style Imperial mosque "Laleli Camii" and relatively near Vezneciler-Istanbul Universitesi tube station. The hotel is a 5-minute ride from Basilica Cistern and at a distance of 450 metres from Yenikapi. Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Sea of Marmara, which is around 5 minutes' drive away. Cultural experiences in the area feature the modern Galata Bridge, situated within 5 minutes' drive of the 4-star Marmaray Hotel. The nearest bus stop is Havaist Aksaray to Istanbul Airport, just 650 metres away.

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7
Good
666 Reviews

The Time Hotel Old City

📍 Ordu Ave No.87 , Sultanahmet

From 32$

The comfortable 4-star Time Hotel Old City Istanbul is situated near a historical area and features a currency exchange and a tour desk. Located about 25 minutes' walk from such shopping venues as the ancient Sultanahmet District, the luxurious hotel has 65 rooms close to public transportation.

The smoke-free accommodation is 5 minutes' drive Cagaloglu Hamami Public Bath and only 13 minutes on foot from Sea of Marmara. Standing just 400 metres from the Ottoman imperial Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque, the Time Hotel Old City Istanbul is only a few steps from Sokollu Mehmet Pasa Mosque. The comfortable property is situated at a moderate distance from the functioning Blue Mosque, while Beyazit bus station lies about a 10-minute walk away. For those travelling from afar, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 46 minutes' drive away.

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9.2
Excellent
2086 Reviews

Nippon Hotel

📍 Topcu Cd. No:6 Talimhane

From 47$

The 4-star Nippon Hotel Istanbul is located a 10-minute drive from the neoclassical Istanbul Archaeology Museums, offering 165 rooms along with a fitness centre, a prime touristic area, and various recreational opportunities. Staying at the family-friendly hotel, guests can discover a touristic area, around 10 minutes by car from shopping venues like the word Sultanahmet District.

The pet-friendly property is in the heart of the city, a 10-minute ride from the ornate 16th - century Suleymaniye Mosque, and just a minute's drive from Taksim tube station. Askeri Muze ve Kultur Sitesi KomutanlIgI Museum is at a distance of 1.4 km from the modern Nippon Istanbul, which is also situated approximately a 5-minute walk from La Galeria. The smoke-free accommodation is centrally located, close to Republic Monument. Airport bus station can be found about 10 minutes' walk from Nippon Hotel.

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9.1
Excellent
1343 Reviews

Nowy Efendi Hotel - Special Category

📍 Alemdar Dist. Hoca Rustem Mektebi St. No.9 , Sultanahmet

From 105$

Offering luggage storage and a restaurant, Nowy Efendi Hotel - Special Category Istanbul lies in the Old City Sultanahmet district, a mere 8 minutes on foot from the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum, ideal for those who are pursuing cultural tourism. Wi-Fi throughout the property, a currency exchange and a lift are featured at the 4-star hotel.

The accommodation has a prime location in Istanbul, about 5 minutes by car from Vezneciler-Istanbul Universitesi underground station and a short distance from Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam. The Million Stone is merely 450 metres from the Nowy Efendi Hotel - Special Category Istanbul, which is also located within 5 minutes' drive of TGC Press Media Museum. The modern Galata Bridge is approximately a 5-minute drive away, and Sirkeci is situated just a minute's drive from this Istanbul property. Guests will find Havaist bus stop next to Nowy Efendi Hotel - Special Category, a 10-minute walk away.

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7.1
Good
2251 Reviews

Dodo Hotel Spa Old City

📍 Hudavendigar Street Serdar Sok. No2

From 51$

Offering a storage room and a restaurant, the charming Palde Hotel & Spa lies in the Old City Sultanahmet district of Istanbul, about 5 minutes' drive from the refurbished Arap Mosque and a 7-minute stroll from the functioning Blue Mosque. Providing guests with a heated pool and a steam room, a treatment room, and sauna facilities, this Istanbul hotel is located a walk from the mimar Sinan Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami.

The 4-star Palde Hotel & Spa Istanbul has a central setting 5 minutes' drive the Ottoman imperial Pertevniyal Valide Sultan Mosque, while natural sights like Taksim Gezi Park are 10 minutes away by car. Shopping tourists will enjoy proximity to the ancient Sultanahmet District (600 metres) and Beyazit Square (1.9 km). The charming property stands not too far from the 400-year-old New Mosque, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport is 45 km from Palde Hotel & Spa and Sirkeci train station is about a 10-minute walk away.

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