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Conveniently set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Vogue Hotel Supreme Istanbul is located 131 feet from Basilica Cistern, 1312 feet from Hagia Sophia and 1148 feet from Blue Mosque.

We absolutely love this hotel! It has an amazing location and the staff are super nice and supportive. A huge thank you to the kind and friendly receptionists!
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
1,623 reviews
Price from
$302.83
1 night, 2 adults

Set in a 19th-century building and totally renovated in 2013, Hotel Saint Sophia has views over Hagia Sophia courtyard and offers luxurious rooms decorated with marble and teak wood.

The location was perfect. The staff was super friendly and super nice. Breakfast was amazing! We got a room with balcony facing the Hagia Sophia, so beautiful!
Review score
9.2
Wonderful
1,368 reviews
Price from
$187.86
1 night, 2 adults

Antusa Design Hotel & Spa features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Istanbul. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk.

Great location, excellent service
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
2,936 reviews
Price from
$123.70
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Sultanahmet district, Dosso Dossi Hotels Old City is within a walking distance from historical sites such as Hagia Sophia Museum, Basilica Cistern and the Blue Mosque.

Friendly staff, delicious breakfast and clean room + location
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
3,269 reviews
Price from
$160.24
1 night, 2 adults

Centrally located in Sultanahmet district, this design hotel features a palace-like interior and an outdoor pool set by the famous Hagia Sophia.

Good hotel, great location, tasty breakfast. Only few minor comments: blanket is a bit small for the bed (but the bed was huge so it was not a big issue) and the hamam experience was not the best (sauna was nice but the hamam was not a really welcoming room and the water hose was broken so bench/floor were too hot)
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
1,648 reviews
Price from
$215.46
1 night, 2 adults

In a prime location in Istanbul, Kate Hotel Special Class & SPA provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

This hotel is conveniently located just minutes away from some of Istanbul's top attractions, and it's also close to the metro, making it easy to explore the city. The hotel staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive throughout our stay, from check-in to check-out. The restaurant offers a generous 20% discount, which is a wonderful bonus. Don't miss the daily breakfast – it's definitely a highlight! We highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting Istanbul.
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
1,270 reviews
Price from
$198.18
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 1,039 reviews

    Well situated in the center of Istanbul, Downtown Sirkeci Hotel provides buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

  • Review score
    9.4
    Wonderful · 1,635 reviews

    Attractively located in the center of Istanbul, Bentley Hotel Old City-Special Class has air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

  • Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 1,498 reviews

    Ideally located in Istanbul, Carina Gold Hotel And Restaurant has air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 1,021 reviews

    In a prime location in the center of Istanbul, Livro Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

  • Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 1,187 reviews

    Conveniently located in the center of Istanbul, Marius Hotel is within a 8-minute walk of Basilica Cistern and 700 yards of Spice Bazaar.

  • Review score
    9.9
    Exceptional · 2,012 reviews

    Conveniently located in Istanbul, HaciBayramHotel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 3-star hotel offers a terrace.

  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 2,267 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Mula Hotel is located in the center of Istanbul, a 9-minute walk from Blue Mosque. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

  • Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 2,167 reviews

    Located in Istanbul, a 11-minute walk from Blue Mosque, Aprilis Deluxe Hotel provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a bar.

Budget hotels near Basilica Cistern

  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 1,213 reviews

    Located in Istanbul, a 13-minute walk from Blue Mosque, Begonville Mansion Oldcity features views of the city.

  • Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 2,310 reviews

    Well located in the center of Istanbul, Atlantis Royal Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Blue Mosque and half a mile of Basilica Cistern. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk.

  • Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 1,082 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Reyyan Hotel offers accommodations in Istanbul, 1969 feet from Blue Mosque.

  • Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 597 reviews

    Located in the center of Istanbul, a 11-minute walk from Blue Mosque, Sareban Hotel Istanbul has air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

  • Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 872 reviews

    Located in Istanbul, a 11-minute walk from Hagia Sophia, Efzen hotel provides express check-in and check-out and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 366 reviews

    Attractively set in the center of Istanbul, sultanahmet musıc house has free WiFi, a terrace and free private parking for guests who drive.

  • Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 689 reviews

    Conveniently located in the center of Istanbul, Pege Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free private parking and room service.

  • Review score
    9.4
    Wonderful · 348 reviews

    Located within a 8-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and half a mile of Blue Mosque, Seaway Hotel İstanbul provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Istanbul.

Hotels with great access to Basilica Cistern!

  • Review score
    10.0
    Exceptional · 3 reviews

    Featuring a garden, NkALBATROS HOTEL is located in the center of Istanbul, a 9-minute walk from Blue Mosque.

  • Review score
    9.9
    Exceptional · 156 reviews

    Attractively set in the center of Istanbul, Angel's Home Suites - Angel Group Hotels has air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 1,810 reviews

    White House Hotel Istanbul features a prime location in the heart of the Historical Peninsula, within walking distance to many attractions including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar.

  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 1,658 reviews

    Attractively set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Four-G Hotel is located a 9-minute walk from Hagia Sophia, 0.4 miles from Basilica Cistern and a 4-minute walk from Column of Constantine.

  • Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 2,402 reviews

    Conveniently located in the center of Istanbul, Zeyn Otel Istanbul is within a 10-minute walk of Blue Mosque and 0.6 miles of Basilica Cistern.

  • Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 1,647 reviews

    Set in 19th-century building, this hotel offers rooms with free WiFi in the heart of Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet District.

  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 18 reviews

    A 6-minute walk from Column of Constantine, Huzur Apart Hotel is located in Istanbul and provides free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 190 reviews

    Featuring a restaurant, Thank You Hotel Sultanahmet is located in the center of Istanbul, a 5-minute walk from Hagia Sophia.

Basilica Cistern

This cavernous space is the largest remaining Byzantine reservoir in Istanbul. Constructed in the 6th century, it originally provided water filtration for the Great Palace of Constantinople, and continued to supply the Topkapi Palace from 1453 until the modern day. Opened to the public in 1987, you can now explore its lit walkways and be amazed by the decorative, water-worn columns.

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  • Review score
    6.0

    Another interesting place that doesn't merit the long wait,...

    Another interesting place that doesn't merit the long wait, the high ticket price. This is only an hour's visit at most. Walk around this glorious city instead and soak up the atmosphere. I love places like the Cistern but this price doesn't match the experience and I can't stand being packed into a place with huge crowds of tourists.
    Guest review by
    Ieseanca
    Romania
  • Review score
    10.0

    so glad I went here, you only need about 30 mins but its...

    so glad I went here, you only need about 30 mins but its beautiful and worth a visit. Beautifully lit and apparently there are concerts there sometimes which would be amazing. 800 TL (July 2024) Please note, no toilets (well, I didn't see any).
    Guest review by
    Melanie
    United Kingdom
  • Review score
    10.0

    Atmospheric.

    Atmospheric. Not too busy when we visited, but you won't be alone. Admission fee but worth it. Exit is obvious, entrance around the corner. If there's a queue, say you want to pay with card and you might beat it, as we did.
    Guest review by
    PaulC23
    United Kingdom
  • Review score
    10.0

    The Basilica Cistern in Istanbul is indeed a remarkable...

    The Basilica Cistern in Istanbul is indeed a remarkable historical site, and it has been used for cultural and artistic events like Night Shift (cultural performances, concerts, art exhibitions or other creative activities). I recommend checking the official website of the Basilica Cistern
    Guest review by
    Cristina
    Brazil
  • Review score
    8.0

    An amazing example of how the re-use of old structure has aa...

    An amazing example of how the re-use of old structure has aa long, long history. If you have small children, remember that CO2 is heavier than air, and they might need to be carried for some of the way if they feel a little dizzy.
    Guest review by
    WJ
    Australia
  • Review score
    10.0

    its a must visit place as while looking at it one wonders...

    its a must visit place as while looking at it one wonders the engineering and architect of that time and the kind of efforts which were made to create a nearly hidden, massive cistern. the ticket price of of 350 lira is a bit steep but since Sultanamet ( Blue Mosque) and Hagia Sofia( now when its a mosque) have no tickets, its OK. all are close by and could be visited in all in 2-3 hrs..
    Guest review by
    Alok
    India

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  • From $102.23 per night
    Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 2,019 reviews
    Nice hotel, near Yenikapi station, near the tramway line, so you can go anywhere. There are lot of fast food and restaurants near, supermarkets. You can reach by the main street all tourist sites - Blue mosque, Agya Sofia, Basilica Cisterna.
    Guest review by
    Nik
    Bulgaria
  • From $90.11 per night
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 641 reviews
    The location was amazing - close to The Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, the Basilica Cistern, and Topkapi Palace, as well as markets and a main road with access to the tram system, and restaurants and cafes. The bed was super comfortable to me, and the view was nice from the balcony. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and really made me feel at home.
    Guest review by
    Lynne
    United States
  • From $147.45 per night
    Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 389 reviews
    The location was unrivaled for a short stay in Instanbul to see the key sites in Sultanamet- it is next to the Topaki Palace wall, one block from the entrance gate. (You can see Aga Sophia from there also, and it is just a few minutes walk to the Blue Mosque and Basilica Cisterns (stunning). The staff could not have been more charming - Rasim in particular- and you can not forget Rambo and the rooftop breakfast room with views over the Bosphorus.
    Guest review by
    kerry
    United States
  • From $134.35 per night
    Review score
    9.7
    Exceptional · 707 reviews
    Ali and Tarkan, the 2 brothers who run the hotel are fantastic, super friendly, responsive and helpful. Everyday at breakfast, they would help plan out our day so that we got the most out of our short trip to Istanbul. The hotel is very close to all the main Sultanahmet attractions like the Blue Masjid, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace.
    Guest review by
    Ahsan
    United States
  • From $314.57 per night
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 1,872 reviews
    Staff are very helpful. Breakfast is good. Location is great, just right next to tram and a short walking distance to Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern
    Guest review by
    Ruel
    United States
  • From $389.11 per night
    Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 1,364 reviews
    The hotel is located in a walking distance from the historical center of the city. Hagia Sophia, Topkapi and Basilica Cistern are in 5min walking distance while for the Grand Bazaar and the Egyptian Bazaar it takes 15min. Very friendly staff, always willing to assist. Exceptional quality on the huge breakfast buffet, all thanks to Erhan. Very nice view on Bosporus from the Queb Rooftop Restaurant while enjoying delicious meals. I'm sorry I missed Saturday's live music.
    Guest review by
    Georgios
    Greece
  • From $389.11 per night
    Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 1,364 reviews
    The hotel is just 5min walking distance from Hagia Sophia, Topkapi and Basilica Cistern, very nice location. Every morning, a huge breakfast buffet was waiting for us. Thank you Erhan for making sure nothing was missing.
    Guest review by
    Georgios
    Greece
  • Review score
    9.2
    Wonderful · 2,449 reviews
    Location was very convenient. Walking distance to Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia and many other things to see and experience close to the hotel. Hotel staff was extremely helpful and kind. Jakob was very attentive and answered questions and requests quickly and in a professional manner. He is a great member of the staff and made our stay there very pleasant.
    Guest review by
    Susan
    United States
  • From $181.86 per night
    Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 1,171 reviews
    Only 1 word that comes to my mind when rating Aristocrat hotel is Superb.Every one at the hotel Mekan at the lobby,Erkin,Rohat,Ahmet at the reception always ready to greet you and help you.Specially the Owner Mr Emrah is very polite and nice person.The Hotel is centrally located at Sultanahmet walking distance to Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia, topkapi Palace and basilica cistern is 4 minutes only.Must stay at this hotel if you are planning to visit Istanbul.
    Guest review by
    MUHAMMAD JUNAID
    Pakistan
  • From $364.67 per night
    Review score
    9.8
    Exceptional · 1,810 reviews
    Great service inspired by the manager and owner Mr Harun, whom we met in person several times throughout our stay in the hotel. We celebrated a birthday here and everyone was always very kind and attentive - the kind of staff that goes out of their way to make your stay memorable. Thank you! Great location also, within minutes from Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Hafiz Mustafa and some great massage service. The breakfast was delicious and quite diverse.
    Guest review by
    Razvan200
    Romania

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