Karaköy Travel Guide

Name: The Marmara Taksim
Price range: £163

Istanbul

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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

£23

per adult

84% of travellers recommend

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

£22

per adult

76% of travellers recommend

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

£9

per adult

80% of travellers recommend

Istanbul: Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket

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

£49

per adult

86% of travellers recommend

Istanbul: Princes Islands Tour with Hotel Transfer & Lunch

£17

per adult

Istanbul Highlights! Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı and More

£130

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

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Top hotels in Karaköy

Port Bosphorus Hotel

Kilicali Pasa Mah. Meclis-i Mebusan Cad. Istanbul Istanbul

£100

29 Sept - 30 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (644 reviews)

"Great location, average room"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

The Peninsula Istanbul

Karakoy, Kemankes Karamustafapasa Mah. Istanbul

£723

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 Grand Bazaar are located ...

DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Bereketzade Mahallesi Istanbul Istanbul

£112

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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! (787 reviews)

"Excelente atención y limpieza, respecto al lenguaje falta español para aquellos a quienes se nos dificulta el inglés, pero en general todos los servicios son buenos y es grato el recibimiento con una sonrisa y amabilidad, gracias a cada uno."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Pera Bosphorus Hotel

Kemankes Karamustafa Pasa Istanbul Istanbul

£127

23 Sept - 24 Sept

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 Taksim Square are ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (279 reviews)

"staff were nice and friendly, the only issue is the parking is too expensive"

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19 Istanbul Istanbul

£266

20 Sept - 21 Sept

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 ...

The Marmara Taksim

Taksim Square Istanbul Istanbul

£163

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 ...

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Where to stay in Karaköy

Find the best Karaköy areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Karaköy

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Sultanahmet

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

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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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Büyükada

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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.

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Beşiktaş

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.

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