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Our top choices for Istanbul City Center cheap hotels

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1. Hotel Saba Sultan

Hotel Saba Sultan
Sultanahmet
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Really had a great stay, the staff was very friendly and helpful, great Turkish breakfast, the rooms were very clean, the location was perfect, quiet at night. Very happy and would stay there again if in Istanbul."
United States
Camille
The price is ￥9,531
￥10,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Hotel Saba Sultan
Front of property

2. Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
4.0 star property
Sultanahmet
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (881 reviews)
"Amazing location, very comfortable and friendly staff"
United States
Benjamin
The price is ￥17,011
￥18,882 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Breakfast buffet

3. Kare Hotel Sultanahmet

Kare Hotel Sultanahmet
Sultanahmet
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (649 reviews)
"Staff was really helpful and breakfast was also really good."
United Kingdom
Tanya
The price is ￥12,756
￥14,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Kare Hotel Sultanahmet
Exterior

4. Boss Hotel Sultanahmet

Boss Hotel Sultanahmet
Istanbul City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (430 reviews)
"Excelente"
United States
fadi
The price is ￥11,211
￥12,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Boss Hotel Sultanahmet
Exterior

5. Niles Hotel Istanbul - Special Class

Niles Hotel Istanbul - Special Class
Istanbul City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"The property was in a good location and the staff was very helpful. They welcomed us with apple tea upon arrival and helped us book out airport transfers to and from the hotel. The hotel room was clean and functional and the breakfast was tasty. I would stay here again!"
United States
Ariana
The price is ￥15,487
￥17,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Niles Hotel Istanbul - Special Class
Breakfast area

6. Hotel Alilass

Hotel Alilass
Sultanahmet
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (740 reviews)
"Great staff Very clean room Fantastic location Will be back to this hotel on my next trip"
United Kingdom
James
The price is ￥9,225
￥10,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hotel Alilass
Balcony

7. The Story Hotel Pera

The Story Hotel Pera
Taksim
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (584 reviews)
"It was exeptional one of the best small boutique hotels i have stayed in"
Australia
Roland
The price is ￥10,384
￥11,526 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
The Story Hotel Pera
Room

8. Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Sultanahmet
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,255 reviews)
The price is ￥20,077
￥22,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Rooftop terrace

9. Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel

Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel
4.0 star property
Sultanahmet
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing location, wonderful staff and tasty healthy breakfast!"
United States
Max
The price is ￥17,953
￥20,197 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel
View from property

10. Ferman Konak Hotel - Special Class

Ferman Konak Hotel - Special Class
Sultanahmet
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (560 reviews)
"Amazing hotel with very helpful staff and a delicious breakfast buffet, rooms were very clean"
Canada
Riga
The price is ￥12,706
￥14,104 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Ferman Konak Hotel - Special Class
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Price trends for hotels in Istanbul City Center

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June
March
￥15,605
Month
Price
January
￥18,161
February
￥20,787
March
￥21,536
April
￥20,127
May
￥17,163
June
￥12,461
July
￥13,404
August
￥14,987
September
￥15,605
October
￥16,326
November
￥15,368
December
￥16,662
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Istanbul City Center.

Top Istanbul City Center Hotel Reviews

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

8/10 Good
"Excellent location and friendly staff make this a very good hotel."
Azim 5-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Frequently asked questions

What is Istanbul City Center like for travelers on a budget?
Istanbul City Center offers cheap accommodation options and a range of things to see and do, making it a great getaway spot for budget travelers. In addition to its well-known attractions like Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, this destination is home to Gülhane Park and Golden Horn Park, which you can enjoy while spending very little.
What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Istanbul City Center?
Based on reviews, Union Hotel Port is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and air conditioning. Other options to stay on the cheap include Sanat Hostel Taksim and Mitani Suites.
How many low cost hotels should I expect to find in Istanbul City Center?
Choose a hotel that suits your wallet among Expedia's 55 budget hotels in Istanbul City Center.
What is there to see and do in Istanbul City Center?
Istanbul City Center attracts visitors with its abundant cafes and fantastic dining options, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, such as Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, and then make time for other wallet-friendly activities. Enjoy the outdoors at Bosphorus and Golden Horn, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Grand Bazaar.
How can I get to Istanbul City Center and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Istanbul City Center can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is 20.1 mi (32.3 km) from the center in Istanbul Airport (IST). If that doesn't suit your budget, you can look into flights to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), which is 20.2 mi (32.6 km) away. You can take advantage of metro transit at Vezneciler Subway Station, Aksaray Station, and Aksaray Tram Station.

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