Title: Second Home Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Second Home Hostel Hostel with a rooftop terrace, 8-minute walk to Bosphorus ## Photo gallery for Second Home Hostel ![Economy Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Terrace/patio - Second Home Hostel (Istanbul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883700/3883697/7c535bc2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee - Second Home Hostel (Istanbul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883700/3883697/11d1c2db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace - Second Home Hostel (Istanbul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883700/3883697/53759e99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Terrace/patio - Second Home Hostel (Istanbul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883700/3883697/ad78c2a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap - Second Home Hostel (Istanbul)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883700/3883697/d4fbeae8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies In the heart of Istanbul, Second Home Hostel is a vibrant retreat that offers a rooftop terrace with breathtaking views, an arcade/game room for endless fun, and a hair salon to pamper yourself. With in-room WiFi, luggage storage, laundry services and tour/ticket assistance you'll feel right at home. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Room service - Bar - Parking available - Breakfast available - Kitchen - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 16 - Dec 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=3883697&PinnedHotelID=3883697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=3883697&PinnedHotelID=3883697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 17 - Dec 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=3883697&PinnedHotelID=3883697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=3883697&PinnedHotelID=3883697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=3883697&PinnedHotelID=3883697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=3883697&PinnedHotelID=3883697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=3883697&PinnedHotelID=3883697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=3883697&PinnedHotelID=3883697&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom ![In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883700/3883697/11b78150.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning Heating Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom ![In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883700/3883697/52fa336f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Heating Ceiling fan Blackout curtains Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Desk - 108 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, Private Bathroom ![In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883700/3883697/c2a29854.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Triple Room, Private Bathroom ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning Heating Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen - 183 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, Private Bathroom ![Deluxe Single Room, Private Bathroom | In-room safe, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3890000/3883700/3883697/4473fa82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Single Room, Private Bathroom ### Highlights Soundproofed Individually furnished Air conditioning Heating Blackout curtains Hairdryer Private bathroom Shared/communal kitchen - 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No: 19, Sirkeci, Eminönü, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110 #### What's nearby - Gülhane Park \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Blue Mosque \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Grand Bazaar \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Hagia Sophia \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Topkapi Palace \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles #### Getting around - Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 2 min walk - Gulhane Station - 3 min walk - Istanbul (IST) - 52 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Roof Mezze 360 Restaurant - ‬2 min walk - ‪Red River - ‬1 min walk - ‪Bitlisli - ‬2 min walk - ‪Fiyeli Coffee Co. Sirkeci - ‬1 min walk - ‪Hotel Ipek Palas Istanbul - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Second Home Hostel Hostel near Bosphorus A short walk from Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, Second Home Hostel provides a rooftop terrace, a hair salon and an arcade/games room. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other perks at this hostel include: - Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and a reception hall - Barbecues, concierge services and a front desk safe Room features All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes. 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A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Library ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Picnic area - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible airport shuttle - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - 1 building - 5 floors - Built in 1970 - Designated smoking areas - Reception hall ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Shared kitchen access ### More - Desk - Heating - Individual furnishings - Laptop workspace - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:30 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The property charges 10 per cent for credit card payments Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10.0 per night. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 5 to 10 for adults and EUR 5 to 10 for children - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) - Self-parking fee: EUR 20 per day - A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 per night - Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 10 per cent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit Property Registration Number 2022-34-0094 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Second Home Hostel Second Home Hostel Istanbul Second Home Istanbul Second Home Hotel Istanbul Second Home Hostel Istanbul Second Home Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Second Home Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Istanbul ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Second Home Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Second Home Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Second Home Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Second Home Hostel? ### Does Second Home Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Second Home Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Second Home Hostel Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.6 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ### 8.8 Staff & service ### 8.8 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 24 8 - Good 9 6 - Okay 9 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle 22 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very chill people ##### Michelle Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### john 25 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Faruk, Ahmed and Semira were amazing hosts and showed us a great time in the city. I would recomend this place to anyone!! ##### john Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 22 Nov 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Regret not staying in different hostel I don't like leaving bad reviews first and foremost. I'm well travelled, have stayed in hostels around the world so know what to expect. We stayed in a private room as there were 3 of us friends. 1\. Cleaniness - room wasn't cleaned once in 6 days there 2\. Matainence- we reported the radiator leaking on floor 3 times and it was addressed at all. Belongings wet as a result. Toilet was frequently broken. 3\. Security - luggage hold is basically to leave all bags on first floor landing, didnt feel secure to leaving any valuables there. 4\. Location - its close to old city sights, but thats just a days worth sightseeing. For food, shopping and nightlfe you are going to want to be nearer to Galata and Taksim side. Traffic is horrendous at most times and Uber is near useless with taxi drivers gaming the system. Is faster to walk most of the time. Restaurants in the area are just tourist traps. If you are vegetarian or vegan then you will need to head towards Galata/Taksim side. 5\. Vibe - I won't say that it doesn't have a vibe at all but it is very low key. The layout of 4/5 flights of stairs between the reception area and terrace make it difficult, you're not going to want to make that trip just to find nobody there. 6\. Staff - they were largely pleasant enough and friendly. 7\. Rooms - near enough impossible to get any sleep, no ventilation, a/c or fans so have to leave window open. Leaving the window open in this location will mean loud noise 24/7\. This was in mid Nov ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Melike 21 Mar 2023 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness Das Personal und die Lage sind Top! Die Zimmer sind leider nicht sauber. Nach Nachfrage wurde nochmal sauber gemacht, jedoch ist es immer noch nicht sauber genug gewesen. Da unser Aufenthalt nur drei Tage war und wir nur zum schlafen im Hostel waren, war dies aushaltbar. ##### Melike Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Omar 3 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is my first hostel experience and I as not disappointed at all. The staff are really friendly and the location is amazing. A walking distance from most touristic attractions and easy access to Taxis and the train. Definitely coming back again. ##### Omar Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Philippe 16 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Good place, the roof terrace is a must. ##### Philippe Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 18 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excelente hospedaje ##### Verified traveller Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carla 12 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good I had a long stay and the staff were amazing. The location is perfect. Regarding the room, if you only need it for sleeping is perfect. Don't expect a huge room. Common spaces are great ##### Carla Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary, Paderborn 24 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wir hatten einen sehr angenehmen Aufenthalt. Besonders das freundliche Personal hat uns beeindruckt. Memo hat uns sehr geholfen und viele Telefonate geführt, damit wir ein Testzentrum finden konnten. Auch das Frühstück war sehr lecker und die Ausstattung der Küche gut. ##### Mary Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020 ### 6/10 Okay #### Recep 12 Feb 2020 Disliked: Room comfort Oda bir tane pencere vardı onunda önü tamamen kapalı güneş görmüyor avizelerden birinde ampul yoktu geriye kalan herşey fiyata göre iyi , görevli arkadaş gerçekten çok yardımcı ##### Recep Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rasif, Amherst, MA 5 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The best parts of the property were it's very central location and the helpful staff. Memo and the team took the best possible care of me from the moment I arrived to the moment I left. The airport shuttle was very helpful. Oh and they have the most incredible and chill rooftop terrace. ##### Rasif Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 16 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort 服務人員很親切提供所需資訊，方便我們長時間寄放行李，房間寬敞，需自備個人沐浴用品 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren 30 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best backpackers hangout in Istanbul We LOVED our stay at Second Home! The location is perfect for sight seeing, only 5-10 minute walk to almost all the major sites (Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, museums, grand bazaar) Anything else is easy to get to by the metro at the end of the street. But what is really great is the Hostel itself. The staff is very welcoming & fun to hang out with after a long day of sight seeing. If you're on a budget, the roof top of BYOB, & you can buy your own drinks & relax. They go above and beyond to create a casual atmosphere where you can meet fellow travelers. Don't miss out on doing dinner with them- it's some of the best food we had in Istanbul. ##### Lauren Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Andrew 29 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Pleasant hostel with great service. Pleasant hostel with great service. ##### Andrew Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 5 May 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Comfortable & convenient base for Sultanahmet Located in between Galata Bridge and Hagia Sophia, Second Home is well-positioned as a convenient base to explore the historic Istanbul! The hostel itself is also a comfortable place to rest - my single bedroom was as comfortable as my own bedroom (and thus matched well with the Second Home name). I unfortunately stayed here for only a night as a stopover, but I will definitely choose to stay here again on my return to Istanbul. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 6/10 Okay #### Tuba nur 15 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Room comfort Çok misafirperver ve güleryüzlüydüler. Fakat hostelde su yoktu, yapılan bir çalışma dolayısıyla olduğu söylendi. Çift kişilik odada kaldık, temizdi fakat oda karanlık, penceresiz ve yatak rahatsızdı. Fakat terası, hizmeti ve konumu çok iyi. ##### Tuba nur Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Personal muy amable, y localización geográfica inmejorable ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort コスパ良し ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellie 26 Sept 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Will stay here again! This isn’t the fanciest place to stay in the area, but it’s definitely great value for money. It was clean and the beds were comfy - we shared a bathroom with the other rooms on our floor and it was cleaned throughout her day. The service is 10/10 and the team at Second Home go above and beyond to make sure you feel welcome and that you get the most out of your visit to Istanbul. The hostel is really well located, 3 mins walk from the tram, and within walking distance of the park, loads of museums, the blue mosque and some lovely restaurants. When we go back to Istanbul we will definitely stay here again, and hopefully Mimi the kitten won’t have grown too much by then! ##### Ellie Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Simon 1 May 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Very friendly English speaking staff and hotel very close to main attractions. ##### Simon ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 27 Mar 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Such a wonderful place The second home hostel is an amazing, warm place. The host is incredibly kind and they gave us tea when we arrived and bought us a shuttle back to the airport. Istanbul can be a crazy place for foreigners but this hostel really made our trip wonderful (pretty much entirely because of this hostel). It really is a second home. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Enigma, Europe 20 Aug 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Night I spent 2 nights in Second Home hostel and it was good,everything is near,tram,metro,sea,old town,as u can walk everywhere.The rooms are quite good and clean.The stuff ate also kind,and friendly,especially Mehmet :).So if u are going to Istanbul,feel like home and stay here.. ##### Enigma ### 8/10 Good #### Charlotta 8 May 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Excellet service and great location Very nice personnel and a great location close to all the major attractions and with a lot of good restaurants just around the corner. The breakfast was quite good considering the price, including tea&coffee, cereals, bread etc... The room could have needed a renovation, but considering the price it was alright. ##### Charlotta ### 8/10 Good #### Muggle Poy, THA 28 Apr 2014 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Muggle Poy Very good location!!, friendly staffs and good service. ##### Muggle Poy ### 6/10 Okay #### Minestrone, Melbourne 7 Jun 2013 Liked: Cleanliness #### Great location, convenient for a quick stay Travelled with friend in June 2013\. Great location, walking distance to tram which runs through all the main tourist attractions. Staff were friendly. Room was as per expected at a hostel, nothing more nothing less. Shared bathrooms were impractical as there were no hooks or locks on any of the doors. There was only one sink to share between the whole floor. Overall, it was comfortable enough for one night. ##### Minestrone ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Raffles Istanbul](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Raffles-Istanbul.h8273536.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Hilton-Istanbul-Bosphorus.h20867.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Hilton-Istanbul-Bomonti-Hotel-Conference-Center.h6226720.Hotel-Information) > > [Aprilis Deluxe Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Aprilis-Deluxe-Hotel.h75696459.Hotel-Information) > > [Address Istanbul](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Address-Istanbul.h68277409.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Istanbul-At-The-Bosphorus.h1856092.Hotel-Information) > > [Royan Hotel Hagia Sophia Istanbul, A Member Of Radisson Individuals](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Radisson-Hotel-Hagia-Sophia.h75283253.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hyatt Istanbul](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-Istanbul.h14428.Hotel-Information) > > [Occidental Taksim](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Occidental-Taksim.h1160507.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Istanbul Ataköy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Istanbul-Atakoy.h9127669.Hotel-Information) > > [Ramada Encore By Wyndham Istanbul Basin Express](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Ramada-Encore-By-Wyndham-Istanbul-Basin-Express.h38506356.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h565576.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Istanbul City Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Sheraton-Istanbul-City-Center.h38329865.Hotel-Information) > > [Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Sultanhan-Hotel-Special-Class.h1388776.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Istanbul Florya by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Istanbul-Florya.h11628263.Hotel-Information) > > [Sofitel Istanbul Taksim](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Sofitel-Istanbul-Taksim.h42400472.Hotel-Information) > > [Barcelo Istanbul](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Barcelo-Istanbul.h32516024.Hotel-Information) > > [Sura Design Hotel and Suites - Boutique Class](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Sura-Design-Hotel-And-Suites-Boutique-Class.h4658802.Hotel-Information) > > [Villa Pera Suite Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Villa-Pera-Suite-Hotel.h6186661.Hotel-Information) > > [Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Conrad-Istanbul-Bosphorus.h15234.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Quasar Istanbul](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Fairmont-Quasar-Istanbul.h16385021.Hotel-Information) > > [The G Hotels Istanbul](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Divan-Suites-Istanbul-G-Plus.h8768240.Hotel-Information) > > [Bram Hotel Istanbul](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Bram-Hotel-Istanbul.h42006665.Hotel-Information) > > [Hagia Sofia Mansions Istanbul, Curio Collection by Hilton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Hagia-Sofia-Mansions-Istanbul.h29743791.Hotel-Information) > > [Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Swissotel-The-Bosphorus-Istanbul.h889869.Hotel-Information) > > [Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Sura-Hagia-Sophia-Hotel.h8046669.Hotel-Information) > > [Fer Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Fer-Hotel.h14626941.Hotel-Information) > > [Antea Palace Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Antea-Palace-Hotel-Spa.h200203.Hotel-Information) > > [The St. Regis Istanbul](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-The-St-Regis-Istanbul.h9719651.Hotel-Information)