The “Sunken Palace” is one of the most striking remnants of Byzantine Constantinople and is the largest of hundreds of ancient underground reservoirs in Istanbul.
Basilica Cistern Tours





Visit Basilica Cistern
Plan a trip to see Basilica Cistern
Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.


Blue Gilroy Hotel
Sultanahmet
Price was ¥416,135, price is now ¥250,703 per person
¥250,703
per person
Sep 18 - Sep 24
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Istanbul (IST)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (119 reviews)
Our stay was excellent from start to finish. The hotel is in a perfect location, making it very convenient to explore the area. The cleanliness was outstanding, everything was spotless and well maintained. The staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and always willing to help with a smile, which made us feel very welcome.
The rooms were comfortable, quiet, and well equipped, and the overall atmosphere was fantastic. The only small point for improvement would be the breakfast. While it was acceptable, it could offer a bit more variety and higher quality. However, this was a very minor issue and did not affect our overall experience.
We truly enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a clean, comfortable, and well located place with exceptional service. We will happily stay here again.
Reviewed on Jun 27, 2026

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Sultanahmet
Price was ¥468,855, price is now ¥283,616 per person
¥283,616
per person
Sep 18 - Sep 24
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Istanbul (IST)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (802 reviews)
Front desk staff was excellent. Room was clean and cleaned very well every day. The location is excellent, close to everything and walking distance from major attractions. We had a good meal in the hotel restaurant and the daily breakfast was plentiful and restocked often by the friendly ladies who ran it. Thanks for the Turkish coffee you made for my wife every morning. It’s really appreciated. Will definitely stay here again
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2026
Browse tours and tickets to explore Basilica Cistern
Tours & day trips
See all 984 activities
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table
Activity duration is 3 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 7282 reviews
Free cancellation available
Private & custom tours
See all 259 activities
Istanbul Highlights Private Tour with skip line ticket options
Activity duration is 7 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 441 reviews
Free cancellation available
Food, drink & nightlife
See all 190 activities
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table
Activity duration is 3 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 7282 reviews
Free cancellation available
Classes & workshops
See all 84 activities
Istanbul: Perfume Making Workshop with Bosphorus View
Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 399 reviews
Free cancellation available
Air, helicopter & balloon tours
See all 71 activities
Private Tour to Northern Part of Cappadocia and Underground City
Activity duration is 16 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Stay near popular Basilica Cistern attractions
Best Lodging Options Near Basilica Cistern
Check availability on hotels close to Basilica Cistern

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul

Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul
Dr. Imran Oktem Cad. No:1 Istanbul

The Lola Hotel
Katip Sinan Cami Sk. Istanbul Istanbul

The Peninsula Istanbul
Karakoy, Kemankes Karamustafapasa Mah. Istanbul

Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel
Ahirkapi Sok. No: 24 Istanbul Istanbul

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Türbedar Sk. 20 Istanbul Istanbul

Four - G Hotel Premium
Peykhane Cd. İstanbul

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
Divanyolu Cd. Alemdar Mah. Istanbul Istanbul

AJWA Sultanahmet
Emin Sinan Mah Piyerloti Cad No: 30 Istanbul
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Explore a world of travel with Expedia
- Cheap Hotels in Sirkeci
- B&B in Istanbul
- Hotels near Topkapi Palace
- 5 Star Hotels in Istanbul
- Beach Hotels in Sultanahmet
- Waterpark Hotels in Istanbul
- Hotels near Galata Bridge
- Adults Only Resorts & in Istanbul
- Istanbul Hotels
- Resorts & Hotels with Spas in Sultanahmet
- Vacation Homes in Istanbul
- Luxury Hotels in Karaköy
- Boutique Hotels in Istanbul
- Waterpark Hotels in Istanbul
- Golf Hotels in Istanbul
- B&B in Istanbul
- Aparthotels in Istanbul
- Country Houses in Istanbul
- Hotels near Sultanahmet Square
- Hotels with Free Parking in Istanbul
- Hotels with WiFi in Istanbul
- Cheap Hotels in Kabatas
- Hotels with a Pool in Istanbul
- Hostels in Istanbul
- All-Inclusive Hotel Hotels in Old City
- Palaces in Istanbul
- Guest Houses in Istanbul
- Family Hotels in Istanbul
- Hotel Wedding Venues Hotels in Sultanahmet
- Gay friendly Hotels in Istanbul
- Hotels near Gülhane Park
- Hotels with Early Check-in in Galata
- Beach Hotels in Istanbul
- Town Houses in Istanbul
- Luxury Hotels in Old City
- Family Hotels in Istanbul
- Hotels near Hagia Sophia
- Hotels near New Mosque
- Historic Hotels in Old City
- Hotels near Istanbul Cankurtaran Station
- Scuba Diving Hotels in Istanbul
- Resorts in Istanbul
- Hotel with a Concierge Hotels in Cagaloglu
- Apartments in Istanbul
- Hotels near Eminönü Square
- Pet-Friendly Hotels in Istanbul
- Lodges in Istanbul
- Cheap Hotels in Istanbul
- Aparthotels in Istanbul
- Hotels near Blue Mosque
- Hotels near Esma Sultan Fountain
- Inns in Istanbul
- Residences in Istanbul
- Cruise Ships in Istanbul
- Pensions in Istanbul
- Romantic Hotels in Istanbul
- Cagaloglu Hotels
- Hotels with Early Check-in in Old City
- Hotels near Eminonu Pier
- Villas in Istanbul
- Beach Hotels in Istanbul
- Cruise Ships in Istanbul
- All-Inclusive Hotel Hotels in Sultanahmet
- Beyazit Hotels
- Resorts in Istanbul
- Hotels near Grand Bazaar
- Hotels near Basilica Cistern
- Capsule Hotels in Istanbul
- Business Hotels in Istanbul
- Istanbul Hotels
- Boutique Hotels in Sultanahmet
- Hotels with Hot Tubs in Istanbul
- Hotels with Waterslides in Istanbul
- Romantic Hotels in Istanbul
- Luxury Hotels in Istanbul
- Holiday Park Resorts in Istanbul
- Hotels with Early Check-in in Istanbul
- Business Hotels in Istanbul
- Asmali Mescit Hotels
- Holiday Park Resorts in Istanbul
- Hotels with an Indoor Pool in Istanbul
- All-Inclusive Hotel Hotels in Istanbul
- Sultanahmet Hotels
- Historic Hotels in Istanbul
- Cheap Hotels in Sultanahmet
- Hotel with a Concierge Hotels in Istanbul
- Casino Hotels in Istanbul
- Resorts & Hotels with Spas in Istanbul
- Luxury Hotels in Sultanahmet
- All-Inclusive Hotel Hotels in Kumkapi
- Luxury Hotels in Istanbul
- Laleli Hotels
- Palaces in Istanbul
- Hotels near Topkapı Harem
- All-Inclusive Hotel Hotels in Istanbul
- Hotels near Eminonu Station
- Old City Hotels









































