European Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

From the verdant mountains on the European side of the Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul, Turkey, appears picturesque on a summer day. Traditional houses harmonize with the dense foliage
Istanbul, Turkey - September 2019: Panorama of the modern European side; Istanbul cityscape on the banks of Bosphorus strait
Panoramic view of the city from Çamlıca Hill. Istanbul Turkey, February 2024
Istanbul at sunset, Turkey. Bosphorus divides the city into the Asian and European parts. View from the European side.; Shutterstock ID 268794914
European Side

Where to stay in European Side

Sultanahmet

Sultanahmet

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

Sultanahmet
Taksim

Taksim

4/5(355 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
Beşiktaş

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
Istanbul City Center

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 Blue Mosque and Taksim Square, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.

Istanbul City Center
Sisli Mosque in Abide-i Hürriyet Street, Sisli, Istanbul, built in 1949.

Şişli

4/5(85 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
Panorama of Golden Horn Gulf and the Bosphorus in Istanbul

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
YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE

YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE

Tayakadin Mah. Terminal Cad. No.1 Arnavutköy Istanbul
The price is £377 per night from 2 May to 3 May
£377
2 May - 3 May
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! (1,010 reviews)
The hotel is convenient, but terribly expensive. There are no nice amenities—no coffee or tea for the morning. They did give us a bottle of water. The place is cold and sterile, no windows or even pictures. The place is good for an early flight if someone else is paying.

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy

4 out of 5
Mehmet Akif Ersoy Mah. Gorele Sk. No 1 Arnavutköy
The price is £112 per night from 8 May to 9 May
£112
8 May - 9 May
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,104 reviews)
Property is near the airport. Easy to take a taxi (cost around $15 USD) there. Hotel doesn’t provide shuttle. Clean room and good internet. I stayed here because I needed to take a morning flight and it worked out well. The breakfast was wonderful!

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy
YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance

YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance

Tayakadin Mah. Terminal Cad. No.: 1 Arnavutköy Istanbul
The price is £280 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
£280
30 Apr - 1 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Arnavutköy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Convenient since it’s inside the airport, but if you have more time don’t stay there. It’s very expensive for nothing. One staff member was okay, the other was rude. It feels like a hotel in a box, no natural air, and the room is very small. For what we paid, it’s worth 30 euros max.

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance
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.
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. ...
Element Suites
Somerset Maslak Istanbul

Somerset Maslak Istanbul

Maslak 1453, Maslak District Sariyer
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sariyer. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Somerset Maslak Istanbul
Radisson Residences Vadistanbul

Radisson Residences Vadistanbul

Ayazaga Mah, Kemerburgaz St 6A No.7V/101 Sariyer Istanbul
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Sariyer. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bosphorus and Taksim Square are located ...
Radisson Residences Vadistanbul
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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