Karaköy Travel Guide

Istanbul

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A cityscape with a prominent tower, a river with boats, and a mix of historic and modern buildings.

Galata Tower

9.2/10 (22,373 reviews)
Istanbul’s medieval lookout point offers panoramic views across city’s historic district and the water of the Golden Horn.
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Things to do

Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition

Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition

£30
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Hodjapasha Whirling Dervishes Show & Exhibition
Istanbul: Bursa Day Trip with Lunch & Cable Car Ride

Istanbul: Bursa Day Trip with Lunch & Cable Car Ride

£6
per adult
Istanbul: Bursa Day Trip with Lunch & Cable Car Ride
Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide

£50
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket and Audio Guide
Istanbul: Princess Island Büyükada Tour with Island Vehicle

Istanbul:Princess Island(Büyükada)& Island Electric Car Trip

£3
per adult
Istanbul:Princess Island(Büyükada)& Island Electric Car Trip
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show

£26
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show
Picture 4 for Activity Istanbul: Sightseeing Cruise Tour on the Bosphorus & Drinks

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide

£4
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide
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Top hotels in Karaköy

Triada Hotel Karakoy

Triada Hotel Karakoy

Hoca Tahsin Sk. No:6 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is £72 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
£72
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Triada Hotel Karakoy
The Peninsula Istanbul

The Peninsula Istanbul

5 out of 5
Karakoy, Kemankes Karamustafapasa Mah. Istanbul
The price is £634 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£634
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Galata Tower and Topkapi Palace are located ...
The Peninsula Istanbul
DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Bereketzade Mahallesi Istanbul Istanbul
The price is £102 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£102
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (765 reviews)
"cerca del tren ligero q te lleva al centro turistico, el desayuno estupendo. Variedad de la cena con vista al mar, tiendas cercanas y limpian los cuartos a diario."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
10 Karakoy Istanbul - Special Class

10 Karakoy Istanbul - Special Class

Kemeralti Caddesi No: 10 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is £120 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£120
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
10 Karakoy Istanbul - Special Class
Pera Bosphorus Hotel

Pera Bosphorus Hotel

Kemankes Karamustafa Pasa Istanbul Istanbul
The price is £115 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£115
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Galata Tower and Istiklal Avenue are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (247 reviews)
"We booked a 2 twin bed room with a friend. We were celebrating her birthday. The room was okay with clean sheets and towels. The beds were comfortable. They had a nice rooftop with a view where we wanted to enjoy some drinks before heading to our room but we were told that they do not serve alcohol. ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Pera Bosphorus Hotel
Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus

Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus

5 out of 5
Kemankes Caddesi No: 57-59 Istanbul
The price is £158 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
£158
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was kind but the steam room and Sauna were not working properly and are gender separate. The pool was undergoing maintenance during our stay so we felt we could not get use of the facilities that came with our stay. We also booked breakfast for the duration of our stay via Expedia and we didn’t ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Novotel Istanbul Bosphorus
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Where to stay in Karaköy

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A fountain with water jets in a circular pool, a mosque with multiple minarets, and palm trees in the foreground.

Sultanahmet

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

A horse-drawn carriage on a street with white buildings and trees.
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Büyükada

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Taksim

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.

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Kadıköy

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Kadıköy. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bosphorus, and catch the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem Station to see more of the area.

A historic mosque with three minarets and a large dome, surrounded by trees and buildings.

Istanbul City Center

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

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