Title: Esenkent Travel Guide: Best of Esenkent, Istanbul Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Esenkent](https://expedia.co.uk/Esenkent-Istanbul-Hotels.0-n553248635493151810-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Istanbul](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Istanbul.d178267.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Istanbul](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Istanbul.d178267.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Esenkent Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Esenkent.d553248635493151810.Car-Hire-Guide)[Esenkent Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Esenkent.d553248635493151810.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Esenkent Travel Guide ## Istanbul ![Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Bridge, located in Buyukcekmece, Turkey, was built by Mimar Sinan in the 16th century.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635493151810/f86bc1e8-189d-40a2-8795-f17a6302f589.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Esenkent Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Istanbul travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Istanbul.dx178267) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Taksim Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508029/01853e56-4cbd-4064-a31d-e7ac0a3055ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Taksim Square 4/5(601 reviews) You can learn about the local history of Istanbul during your trip to a well-known site such as Taksim Square. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Taksim-Square-Taksim.d508029.Attraction) ![Blue Mosque](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501291/bc5fa8e0-835a-43f0-bd9e-c06ddc700581.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Blue Mosque 4.5/5(689 reviews) The nickname of this 17th-century structure refers to the brilliant color of its tiled interior. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Blue-Mosque-Sultanahmet.d501291.Attraction) ![Hagia Sophia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067947/659ab3f2-e738-4cca-89d9-4f97b79188fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hagia Sophia 4.5/5(626 reviews) Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hagia-Sophia-Sultanahmet.d6067947.Attraction) ![Galata Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501293/2d20e083-883d-4fbf-b7ea-70074d0a8ef8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Galata Tower 4/5(439 reviews) Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galata-Tower-Istanbul-City-Center.d501293.Attraction) ![Grand Bazaar](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063105/593c2b14-eab5-4a9c-a324-f7f76de16758.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Grand Bazaar 4.5/5(694 reviews) Enter the maze of shop-lined streets in one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world to browse hundreds of thousands of hand-crafted objects. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Grand-Bazaar-Istanbul-City-Center.d6063105.Attraction) ![Bosphorus](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6358978/df94e7c4-ce30-4c8d-88b3-61ae56c31c37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bosphorus Explore the great outdoors at Bosphorus, a popular spot to commune with nature in Istanbul. Wander the seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bosphorus-Istanbul.d6358978.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49288352/854f35e6-41e3-4151-a726-f4d1d87ad02c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket £33 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/istanbul-basilica-cistern-skip-the-line-entry-ticket.a49288352.activity-details) ![Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/971404/f26ea627-0d42-4ae1-8aad-596eb3232186.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul £29 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bosphorus-dinner-cruise-night-show-from-istanbul.a971404.activity-details) ![Cable Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50263864/5df080a0-0f21-4154-8b1a-c3236c3882bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bursa and Uludağ Tour from İstanbul with Lunch & Cable Car £13 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bursa-and-uludag-tour-from-istanbul-with-lunch-cable-car.a50263864.activity-details) [See all activities in Istanbul](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Istanbul.d178267.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Esenkent ![Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/890000/889900/889869/95874a03_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19 Istanbul Istanbul £184 22 Apr - 23 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,221 reviews) Beautiful hotel, excellent location Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F04%2F2026&endDate=23%2F04%2F2026&selected=889869&PinnedHotelID=889869&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635493151810) ![Elite World Istanbul Taksim ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1190000/1181300/1181264/9e5175ce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elite World Istanbul Taksim Sehit Muhtar Caddesi No:42 Istanbul Istanbul £91 21 Apr - 22 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (987 reviews) It was average, generally clean room Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=1181264&PinnedHotelID=1181264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635493151810) ![Titanic City Taksim](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2010000/2001500/2001408/a72a5e6f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Titanic City Taksim Kocatepe Mahallesi Lamartin Caddesi Istanbul Beyoglu £61 30 Apr - 1 May includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews) This was my second time staying at Titanic City Taksim, and it was just as wonderful as my first visit. The hotel has a welcoming atmosphere, and the staff consistently go above and beyond to make the stay comfortable and enjoyable. Everyone was friendly, helpful, and attentive throughout my time ... Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F04%2F2026&endDate=01%2F05%2F2026&selected=2001408&PinnedHotelID=2001408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635493151810) ![Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117130000/117126200/117126134/05ec2c39_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus Müvezzi Cad Yildiz Mah No.1/1 Istanbul Besiktas £122 21 Apr - 22 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Taksim Square and Galata Tower are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (294 reviews) This property was at a great location. Walking distance from the river and downtown Besiktas. Special shoutout to Ekrem and Serhat for their great service and hospitality! Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=117126134&PinnedHotelID=117126134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635493151810) ![The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565600/565576/w4000h2662x0y0-8cd24720_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6 Istanbul £215 21 Apr - 22 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews) One of the best hotel experiences I’ve ever had. Top notch from start to finish. The staff is incredible! Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=565576&PinnedHotelID=565576&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635493151810) ![YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38550000/38543600/38543599/f5db5711_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### YOTELAIR Istanbul Airport AIRSIDE Tayakadin Mah. Terminal Cad. No.1 Arnavutköy Istanbul £387 17 Apr - 18 Apr 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! (1,006 reviews) The room was super clean and comfortable. It was super convenient. Check-in needed some help. Despite having a prepaid reservation, we ended up having to stand in line for about 40 minutes before we got checked in. It just seems there should have been a way to expedite the check in process. Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F04%2F2026&endDate=18%2F04%2F2026&selected=38543599&PinnedHotelID=38543599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635493151810) [See all 5,050 properties in Esenkent](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F04%2F2026&endDate=09%2F04%2F2026®ionId=553248635493151810) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Beylikduzu.dx6129771) ![Aerial Drone View of Marina Pier in Yenikapi Bakirkoy / Istanbul Seaside in Turkey](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981744611/66df297b-674a-4079-ae60-958a77d98019.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bakırköy 4/5(44 area reviews) Spend some time visiting places like Istanbul Expo Center while getting to know Bakırköy, and be sure to check out the seaside views. You can hop aboard the metro at DTM - Istanbul Fuar Merkezi Station or Yenibosna Station to see more of the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Bakrkoy.dx553248633981744611) ![View of Yedikule Fortress in Istanbul, Turkey](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248624894208326/d6815ada-fbfd-44e6-a4a5-a328785a8873.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Zeytinburnu 3.5/5(14 area reviews) You might enjoy the seaside views while in Zeytinburnu. Fisekhane is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Mithatpasa Station or Aksemsettin Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Zeytinburnu.dx553248624894208326) ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063104/ef1b7b35-b7b3-4131-be2a-2d98e1f3f381.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Fatih 4.5/5(1,523 area reviews) Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Blue Mosque is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Fatih.dx6063104) ![Istanbul City Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533063451/8138685b-d617-4144-a625-947afa14aebe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Istanbul-City-Center.dx6200319) ![Galata](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223656/f1ec33fd-b055-42e4-a8c5-4a788fd417a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Galata Travellers choose Galata for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Karakoy Tünel Station and check out top sights like Galata Tower. 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