Cosmopolitan Istanbul captivates guests with imposing shopping malls and enchants with a magnificent Ottoman palace that gives the Asian city a European flair. Local dishes contribute to the overall multiculturalism atmosphere, presenting an exhilarating mix of Mediterranean cuisine, Middle Eastern spices and traditional Turkish yoghurt.
Istanbul guest houses that you find on Hotelhunter can be roughly divided into three groups:
- stylish boutique hotels like Shangri-La Bosphorus, ideal for a romantic getaway;
- several large luxury chain hotels with spas, indoor and outdoor pools, international restaurants, cocktail bars and gift shops;
- Budget hostels often run by locals (Piya Hostel offers the lowest rates - up to $ 7 per night).
Many of the finest inns are located in the Old Town, on the peninsula once known as Constantinople. Guests will be delighted by the cheap and friendly restaurants lining the waterfront, as well as classic examples of Ottoman and Byzantine architecture. The most booked hotel in this area is World Heritage Hotel Istanbul (average room rate - $ 43).
Even 5-star guest establishments, of which there are many in the center of Istanbul, offer seats at a reasonable cost. One of them - Novotel Istanbul Karakoy - overlooks the sea and the Asian part of the city.
Available offers from hotel operators can be found in other areas of Istanbul:
By comparing prices, you will find that Istanbul is the perfect destination for the budget traveler.