Istanbul is filled with incredible historic sites. In the Sultanahmet area of the city, you will find plenty of hotels near the Blue Mosque. Hotel Sultan Hill offers great views of the mosque, with cheap deals on offer.

For hotels near the Grand Bazaar, one of the greatest markets in the world, search in the Old Town area of the city, where you will find accommodation such as Hotel New House to the south of the market, with excellent deals. To the east, you will find Florenta Hotel, a hotel full of character just a few hundred metres from the market.

Across the Sea of Marmara, you will find the Asian side of Istanbul. This area is less densely populated with hotels, but you will find some well-rated options near the Golden Horn and Kadıköy Pier. The Bella Hotel comes highly rated and has a modern finish, while The Marist Hotel Kadikoy offers a view from its rooftop across the local streets.

In the northern area of the city, you will find the beautiful Taksim Square, which is known for its monument, great eateries and good nightlife. Avantgarde Hotel Taksim Square - Special Class is rated as one of the best city hotels and offers fantastic sea views over the Sea of Marmara.

Compared to many other locations, Istanbul offers hotels rated with 5 stars at a much more reasonable price, with many fantastically cheap deals across the city centre. Novotel Istanbul Karakoy comes with a brilliant sea view and views of the Asian side of the city.

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Hotels in Fatih, Beyoğlu and Sisli South have the most searches on KAYAK. For more information about Istanbul's different neighborhoods, check out our Istanbul's City Guide.

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Istanbul is a great place to travel on a budget, with many excellent hotels offering prices in the double figures. The Old Town is a great place to stay on a budget, with cheap hotels and some of the best attractions nearby. Try the World Heritage Hotel Istanbul for a modern hotel with top ratings.

There’s a good selection of hotels near the airport that are usually offered at cheap and affordable prices. Rox Hotel comes rated as the best airport hotel and is a short walk from the M1a metro line into the city centre. The 5-star Bricks Airport Hotel Istanbul offers something at the more luxurious end.

If you’re looking for an opulent stay in Istanbul, then look in the Besiktas area. Here you will find Hotel Les Ottomans, with its stunning pools and terrace with a sea view. A little further south along the coast, you will find the Shangri-La Bosphorus which has been rated as the best romantic hotel.

While there aren’t many hotels that offer all-inclusive packages, there are a few in the Karako and Taksim Square areas of the city. The Occidental The Public is an excellent 4-star stay, and the Mercure Istanbul Taksim is just a short walk from the seafront.