European Side

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European Side
Istanbul showing a marina, a sunset and general coastal views
Istanbul featuring a mosque, heritage architecture and religious aspects
Topkapi Palace featuring a bay or harbour, a city and a river or creek
Galata Bridge featuring central business district, a bay or harbour and views

Where to stay in European Side

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Taksim

4/5(354 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Taksim. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more of Istanbul.

Taksim
Blue Mosque featuring a mosque, a pond and a fountain

Sultanahmet

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Sultanahmet
Bosphorus Bridge showing a coastal town, a river or creek and cruising

Beşiktaş

4/5(81 area reviews)

Spend some time visiting places like Bosphorus while getting to know Beşiktaş, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Nispetiye Station or Etiler Station to see more of the area.

Beşiktaş
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Istanbul City Center

4/5(122 area reviews)

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

Istanbul City Center
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Şişli

4/5(81 area reviews)

Travellers love Şişli for its popular shops, and you can see more of Istanbul by jumping on the metro at Sisli Station or Osmanbey Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Şişli Mosque and Bomontiada.

Şişli
Galata Tower featuring a ferry, a bay or harbour and night scenes

Beyoğlu

Enjoy the popular shops in Beyoğlu. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station to see more of Istanbul.

Beyoğlu
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy

4 out of 5
MEHMET AKIF ERSOY MAH GORELE SK N Arnavutköy
The price is HK$1,048 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
HK$1,048
HK$1,174 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arnavutköy. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,065 reviews)
I want to give this place 5 stars! It was a great location, great staff, and great room. I was unimpressed with some of the breakfast buffet staff petting the cats that are in the breakfast area and then going back to buffet area.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE

YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE

Tayakadin Mah. Terminal Cad. No.1 Arnavutköy Istanbul
The price is HK$2,683 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
HK$2,683
HK$3,005 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Arnavutköy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room do I was able to add an hour onto checkout. The communal bathroom was not close by and it was not very clean.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
Hilton Istanbul Maslak

Hilton Istanbul Maslak

5 out of 5
Buyukdere Cd. No: 233 Sariyer
The price is HK$1,157 per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
HK$1,157
HK$1,295 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Sariyer. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taksim Square and Vadistanbul AVM are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (788 reviews)
The room was ok

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Hilton Istanbul Maslak
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Şişli Suites

Şişli Suites

Mesut Cemil Sk. 64 İstanbul İstanbul
Stay at this aparthotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Taksim Square and Galata Tower are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (9 reviews)
When I entered the room, it had not been cleaned and there were missing items; during rainy weather, water was leaking into the room and dripping onto the bed, so I asked to change rooms but they said it was not possible, then they offered a smaller room instead, and I should also mention that the ...

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Şişli Suites
Somerset Maslak Istanbul

Somerset Maslak Istanbul

Maslak 1453, Maslak District Sariyer
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Sariyer. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (330 reviews)
Everything was great, great staff, specially the team that checked me in on September 13th in the morning which I forgot their names, from the gentleman who checked me in early which I really appreciate and the bell man who helped me with my bags and the housekeeping team which did a great job, very ...

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Somerset Maslak Istanbul
Element Suites

Element Suites

Sehit Muhtar Mah Turan Cad Cevza Sok 2 Istanbul
Stay at this aparthotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
5.4/10 (310 reviews)
It was good special thanks for Mr. Ahmad the Afghani guy and to the manager

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Element Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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