You'll be sure to have fun visiting Istanbul's Merkez neighborhood.

What's a favorite place to stay in Merkez?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Gumus Palace Hotel is the highest ranked property in Merkez. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Merkez area?

Expedia has 6 Merkez hotels and other accommodations, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Istanbul area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Merkez, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Merkez.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Merkez?

To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Merkez, click here .

What is there to do in this Istanbul neighborhood?

Sehit Celal Demir Parki, Forum Istanbul, and Vialand Tema Park are just a few of the places to visit in and around Merkez. While you're out sightseeing, GMAX- Reverse Bungy and TurkuaZoo are a couple of additional sights to visit in Istanbul.

How can I get around Merkez and the greater Istanbul area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Sagmalcilar Tram Station is the closest metro station.

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Our top choices for Merkez hotels

Business Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

1. Gumus Palace Hotel

Merkez

Anna

￥11,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

2. Grand Lara Hotel & Apartments

Merkez

Boubaker

￥18,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, WiFi (free)

3. Zara Suit

Merkez

Tareq

￥12,211 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

4. Elite World Grand Istanbul Basın Ekspres

9.1 km from Merkez

Morteza

￥18,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

5. Heaven Premium Airport Hotel

22.4 km from Merkez

Anna

￥5,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 15 - Aug 16

6. Kare Hotel Sultanahmet

Sultanahmet, 7.7 km from Merkez

Anupama

￥11,523 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

Luxury Room, 1 Bedroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

7. Union Hotel Port

7.2 km from Merkez

Sherry Ann

￥10,804 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

8. Ottoman's Life Hotel Deluxe

5.6 km from Merkez

Nerzad

￥19,110 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

9. Sheraton Istanbul City Center

Taksim, 5.8 km from Merkez

Chander

￥21,163 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

40-inch LCD TV with digital channels, Netflix, Hulu

10. Grand Hamit By Karadayi Airport Hotel

20.3 km from Merkez

Donald

￥15,695 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

11. The Story Hotel Pera

Taksim, 6.3 km from Merkez

Roland

￥10,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

12. The Great Airport Hotel & Restaurant

21.5 km from Merkez

Hadi

￥7,024 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 7 - Aug 8

13. Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center

5.7 km from Merkez

Azadeh

￥31,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

14. Fly Point Airport Hotel

21.8 km from Merkez

Madeline

￥10,144 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

15. Titanic Port Bakirkoy

Bakırköy, 9.5 km from Merkez

Ozden

￥17,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

16. WOW Airport Hotel

10.3 km from Merkez

Adeola

￥12,004 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

17. Elite World Istanbul Taksim

6.4 km from Merkez

Ahmad

￥17,151 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

18. Gleam Bomonti Hotel

6 km from Merkez

Waleed

￥10,768 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

19. Elite World Istanbul Florya

12.6 km from Merkez

Fatima

￥13,319 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 21 - Aug 22

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters

20. Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanahmet, 7.7 km from Merkez

Soobin

￥40,749 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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Where to stay in Merkez

Find the best Merkez areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Sultanahmet

Discover the charm of old Istanbul in this working-class district, featuring narrow streets with tightly packed apartment buildings. Explore historic sites like Topkapı Palace and Hagia Sophia, or indulge in diverse cuisines, all easily accessible by tramway.

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Büyükada

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Taksim

Major tourist hub, Taksim Square boasts a lively atmosphere with numerous restaurants, shops, and grand hotels. Explore İstiklal Caddesi, ride the nostalgic tram, and visit iconic landmarks like the Republic Monument and Taksim Mosque.

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Kadıköy

Cosmopolitan and bustling, this area boasts numerous bars, cinemas, and bookshops, as well as diverse dining options and shopping centers like Tepe Nautilus. Explore historic sites, Süreyya Opera House, and enjoy walkable paths along the seafront.

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Istanbul City Center

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.

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Top Merkez Hotel Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

10/10 Excellent

"The view excellent"

Four - G Hotel Premium

10/10 Excellent

"Nothing not to like at this hotel. It’s located right at the center of the major attractions and it’s very safe to walk at night. Hotel is very new and stuffs are extremely friendly. They make Turkish coffee or tea for you anytime you want for free. I will come back to this hotel again next time."

Grand Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"🌟 Unforgettable Stay – We Felt Like Family! Review Score: 4/5 We just returned from our family trip to Istanbul, and the absolute best part of this hotel was the phenomenal staff. The entire reception team was amazing, but we want to give a special mention to Eyup. His service was absolutely phenomenal, and he went completely above and beyond for us. By the end of our stay, the whole team felt like family, and they made us feel like a part of theirs. We stayed in a top-floor air conditioned apartment with very good accommodation and incredibly comfortable beds. The rooms were reasonably clean for the local standard, though the hotel itself felt a little undermaintained in places. If you want a comfortable stay with world-class hospitality, this is the place. We would love to return in a heartbeat just to see our new family again!"

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Our top choices for Merkez hotels

1. Gumus Palace Hotel

2. Grand Lara Hotel & Apartments

3. Zara Suit

4. Elite World Grand Istanbul Basın Ekspres

5. Heaven Premium Airport Hotel

6. Kare Hotel Sultanahmet

7. Union Hotel Port

8. Ottoman's Life Hotel Deluxe

9. Sheraton Istanbul City Center

10. Grand Hamit By Karadayi Airport Hotel

11. The Story Hotel Pera

12. The Great Airport Hotel & Restaurant

13. Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center

14. Fly Point Airport Hotel

15. Titanic Port Bakirkoy

16. WOW Airport Hotel

17. Elite World Istanbul Taksim

18. Gleam Bomonti Hotel

19. Elite World Istanbul Florya

20. Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Where to stay in Merkez

Sultanahmet

Büyükada

Taksim

Kadıköy

Istanbul City Center

Top Merkez Hotel Reviews

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

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