22 Best Hotels in Istanbul With a View (2024)
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We fell in love with Istanbul on our first visit.
Let’s be honest, this intoxicating city is easy to love. With its phenomenal food scene, long history, endless things to do, diverse culture and friendly folk, it’s no wonder that this mega-city is the starting point for most travellers visiting Turkey.
It’s also hella beautiful. Steep, endlessly winding cobblestone streets, towering ancient mosques, stunning Ottoman-era mansions, picturesque cafe-lined streets and the glistening waters of the Bosphorus Strait which divides the city between Europe and Asia, all make Istanbul completely breathtaking.
In a city this stunning, you should definitely take the opportunity to stay in a hotel with an amazing view. Luckily there are plenty to choose from!
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🏠 Best Hotels in Istanbul With a View
Best luxury hotel with sea view: Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul (⭐ 9.2)
Best boutique hotel with sea view: Sumahan On The Water (⭐ 9.3)
Best affordable hotel with sea view: Gezi Hotel Bosphorus (⭐ 8.7)
Best luxury hotel with landmark view (Hagia Sophia): Seven Hills Hotel – Special Category (⭐9.0)
Best affordable hotel with landmark view (Old City): Mest Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci (⭐9.3)
Best romantic hotel with a view: The Stay Bosphorus (⭐8.9)
Best family hotel with a view: Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus (⭐8.5)
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In this guide to the best hotels in Istanbul with a view, we’ve selected a range of amazing hotels in the city that offer phenomenal views and will make your stay unforgettable.
Our guide includes something for everyone: whether you’re travelling with family, visiting the city for the first time or are looking for a dreamy, romantic escape, we’ve got you covered.
This list includes the best 5 star hotels in Istanbul (perfect for those looking for a luxury stay), incredible boutique hotels in Istanbul plus more affordable options that still have spectacular views!
Read on to discover the best hotels in Istanbul with a view and make your trip to this awesome city extra special.
🏠 Where to Stay in Istanbul
Imagine staying in a hotel with a view of the amazing Hagia Sophia?
As this guide will focus on hotels in Istanbul with a view, we have mostly selected hotels in Istanbul city centre that are either by the water (with stunning views of the Bosphorus or the Golden Horn) or near key landmarks such as the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque or Galata Tower.
Here is a quick summary of the main tourist areas covered in this guide:
Galata: Famous for its charming cobblestone streets, cute cafes and restaurants and cool nightlife scene, surrounding the historic Galata Tower. Hotels here have stunning views of the tower.
Taksim: Renowned for Istiklal Caddesi, Istanbul’s 1.4km shopping street, street food, cafes and restaurants, Taksim is a great central location full of luxury hotels with Bosphorus views.
Sultanahmet: Istanbul’s historical and cultural centre, you’ll find all the top attractions like the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque here. Hotels in this area have views of these landmarks and some also have Bosphorus views as well!
Karaköy: Full of hipster cafes and fantastic restaurants, the best hotels in this historic neighbourhood near the water have amazing Bosphorus and Golden Horn views. Some hotels also have views of the Galata Tower and the Galata Bridge.
Beşiktaş: The most romantic place to stay in Istanbul, right on the shores of the Bosphorus. This area is perfect for a luxury stay - many of the best Bosphorus view hotels Istanbul has to offer are here.
We’ve made sure that every hotel we have chosen offers rooms with views, not just views from a roof terrace or restaurant.
🏠 Are you finding it hard to decide where to stay in Istanbul? We get it: this city is huge and it can be difficult to choose where to stay, especially if you’ve never been to Istanbul before.
If you are looking at booking hotels in Istanbul we’d strongly also recommend that you read our detailed guide to the best areas to stay in Istanbul.
This is the most comprehensive guide to the city that you will find on the internet: covering 6 districts and 15 different neighbourhoods, it will really give you an idea of the best area to stay in Istanbul according to your budget, interests and how many days you have to spend.
🛌 Best Hotels in Istanbul With a View
🥂 Best Luxury 5 Star Hotels in Istanbul Bosphorus with Sea Views
Imagine waking up and seeing the shimmering waters of the Bosphorus from your bedroom window in the morning. These incredible 5-star luxury hotels in Istanbul with Bosphorus view offer this and much more!
Choose any of these hotels and you’re guaranteed to have an out-of-this-world stay in Istanbul.
Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul (⭐ 9.2), Beşiktaş
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Rooms with the best views: Deluxe Bosphorus Rooms; Mandarin Bosphorus Rooms; Bosphorus Suites; and Suites.
Undoubtedly one of the best hotels Istanbul has to offer, the Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul in Beşiktaş is located right on the shores of the shimmering waters of the Bosphorus.
If you are looking for stunning sea views, this is one of the best hotels to stay in Istanbul because so many of the rooms offer spectacular views of the Bosphorus Strait. We love the Deluxe Bosphorus Rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies from which you can enjoy the view.
The even more luxurious Bosphorus Suites are right on the water’s edge and offer a panoramic view of the strait from your bed! These rooms also have huge furnished private terraces with unobstructed views of the waterfront.
The Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus is amongst the best luxury hotels in Istanbul, so it will be no surprise that it has top-notch facilities. You can relax with a cocktail in the 20-metre seasonal outdoor pool that has stellar views of the Bosphorus.
Alternatively, treat yourself to a massage at the hotel’s full-service spa centre after a long day of sightseeing. The Mandarin Oriental is widely considered to be one of the best spa hotels Istanbul has to offer and has a sauna, a luxury Turkish bath (Turkish hamam) plus a wide range of treatments.
The hotel also has a gorgeous indoor pool with access to a garden, a jacuzzi, a children’s pool, gym and numerous restaurants, bars and lounges.
The super stylish cocktail bar, & The Bar with its superb panoramic Bosphorus view is perfect for a sundowner.
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul At The Bosphorus (⭐ 9.2), Beşiktaş
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Rooms with the best views: Palace Bosphorus Room; Palace Roof Suite; One Bedroom Bosphorus Suite; and One & Two Bedroom Bosphorus Palace Suites.
One of the most famous Bosphorus hotels in Istanbul and formerly a 19th Century Ottoman Palace, the Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul At The Bosphorus is also located on the shore of the Bosphorus Strait.
The historical architecture is stunning and each of the rooms is uniquely and luxuriously decorated. The Palace Bosphorus King Room has large, arched floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the Bosphorus whilst the larger suites have spacious sea view terraces plus panoramic 180° views of the Strait and the Bosphorus Bridge.
If you’re looking for the best Istanbul restaurants with a view, the Four Seasons has got you: all of the hotel’s many restaurants and bars offer phenomenal views of the Bosphorus.
There is also an amazing outdoor heated pool right next to the waters of the Bosphorus - the views from here are incredible! Other amenities include a beautiful indoor pool, a luxury spa offering massages, facials and full spa days, a salon, a hamam and a fitness centre!
In our opinion the Four Seasons Hotel is one of the best family hotels in Istanbul - cribs are offered in rooms and suites as well as toys, puzzles and video games. Plus there’s a playroom, kid’s club and a babysitting service!
Finally, the location of the hotel is superb: just steps away from the gorgeous Dolmabahçe Palace and the vibrant neighbourhood of Beşiktaş, it’s very easy to get to other areas of Istanbul from here. This is definitely one of the finest 5 star hotels Istanbul has to offer.
Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul (⭐ 9.0), Beşiktaş
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Rooms with the best views: Deluxe Room with Partial Bosphorus View; Premier Room with Bosphorus View; Premier Twin Room; and Suite Rooms.
A name that’s synonymous with luxury, the Shangri-La Bosphorus, Istanbul is one of the most popular sea view hotels in Istanbul. Just a 15-minute walk from Dolmabahçe Palace, it offers sophisticated and stylish rooms that combine Ottoman elegance with Asian design.
Most of the hotel’s 189 rooms and suites offer Bosphorus views: the Deluxe Rooms have partial views of the glistening strait, while the Premier Rooms offer a completely unobstructed view over the water.
The Suites have floor-to-ceiling windows that open out onto terraces overlooking the Bosphorus - the larger suites have two terraces (one offering a city view) so you are completely spoilt for choice!
As one of the best 5 star hotels in Istanbul, the Shangri-La Bosphorus doesn’t skimp on in-room facilities. The large marble bathrooms feature heated floors, mirror-embedded televisions, walk-in rain showers and Bvlgari toiletries.
This is also one of the best spa hotels in Istanbul - the Chi spa offers a wide range of treatments, including a traditional hamam, and Chinese and Thai massages. Guests can also enjoy a heated indoor pool, fully equipped gym, jacuzzi and children’s pool.
If, like us, you are all about good food, you can take your pick from the four in-house restaurants and bars featuring Chinese, Japanese, Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine plus incredible cocktails.
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul (⭐ 8.9), Nişantaşı
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Rooms with the best views: King Room with Bosphorus View; Corner Room with Bosphorus View; Junior, Deluxe, Executive, Terrace and Ambassador Suites; Residence Apartments; Signature Loft Corner Bosphorus; and Signature Loft Terrace.
Located in the swanky Nişantaşı district and surrounded by 65 acres of historic gardens, the Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul is one of the most luxurious and popular hotels with Bosphorus view Istanbul has to offer.
This hotel has a whopping 566 rooms, suites, studios and lofts, most of which overlook Dolmabahçe Palace and have views of the Bosphorus.
The floor-to-ceiling windows of the King Rooms offer gorgeous views of the water and the Bosphorus Bridge. However, we think the view from the Corner Rooms and Suites is even more epic: not only are you treated to breathtaking panoramic Bosphorus views but you can see the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque in the distance!
Swissotel also boasts a fashionable rooftop restaurant with the best view in Istanbul. 16Roof is a terrace bar and restaurant, serving modern Turkish cuisine and inventive cocktails with a mindblowing view. With nightly DJ performances, you can even dance the night away and retire to the comfort of your bed!
Swissotel has four other restaurants serving Swiss, Turkish and world cuisine, an award-winning spa, fitness centre and a rooftop pool. It really is one of the loveliest sea view hotels in Istanbul.
Çırağan Palace Kempinski (⭐ 8.8), Beşiktaş
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Rooms with the best views: Superior Double and Twin Rooms; Delux Double and Twin Rooms; Grand Deluxe Room; Suites and Palace Suites.
Çırağan Palace Kempinski is one of the most popular hotels in Istanbul with sea view and it’s easy to see why.
Another converted Ottoman palace (we love historic hotels in Istanbul!), this extremely opulent hotel has 310 luxurious rooms, many of which have floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies with Bosphorus views.
You can choose between having a 45-degree view of the Bosphorus from your balcony, a direct view of the Bosphorus straight from your bed or a panoramic sea view!
If you have cash to splash, the spacious suites and extraordinary Palace Suites have multiple rooms and balconies and even better views. The palace suites are ideal if you want to experience real luxury: they all have a 24-hour private butler service!
The hotel’s jewel in the crown is the outdoor infinity pool that overlooks the Bosphorus - you will actually feel like you’re floating in the sea!
Like other five star hotels in Istanbul, Çırağan Palace Kempinski offers a range of in-house dining options for guests.
You can begin the day with a sumptuous buffet breakfast with a view at the Enderun Lounge. We also love the outdoor Bosphorus Grill Restaurant that serves Mediterranean-style cuisine - it has magical views of the Bosphorus, the Sea of Marmara, the Bosphorus Bridge and the Maiden’s Tower.
With many other facilities including a day spa, fitness centre and indoor pool, this is definitely one of the best 5 star hotels in Istanbul Turkey.
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul (⭐ 8.8), Taksim
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Rooms with the best views: Corner, Terrace and Executive Suites with Bosphorus View; Superior and Deluxe Double Rooms with Bosphorus View; and Park Prestige Suites with Bosphorus View.
Some of the best hotels in Istanbul Turkey with a sea view are actually in the city centre!
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul is just 150 yards from Taksim Square and minutes from Istanbul’s busiest shopping street Istiklal Caddesi.
This hotel has a huge selection of spacious rooms, luxurious suites and even apartments with up to four bedrooms. Many of these offer glorious Bosphorus Strait and Historical Peninsula views.
Our favourite has to be the roomy Terrace Suite with Bosphorus View which has a beautifully furnished terrace with 270° panoramic views, a jacuzzi and a Turkish bath!
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul is definitely one of the best hotels in Istanbul for families: their multiple-room apartments are ideal if you are travelling with children or in a large family group. Most have fantastic sea views, plus a fully equipped kitchen, lounge and dining areas.
There are also five restaurants in CVK Park Bosphorus, serving Turkish, Japanese, European and international cuisine.
If you’ve been searching for ‘best restaurants in Istanbul with view’ you’ll be spoilt for choice here - Izaka Terrace restaurant, Stella Lounge & Bar and Hezarfen S Lounge have panoramic Golden Horn, Bosphorus and historical peninsula views. You can even see the Princes’ Islands!
With beautiful spa facilities, a hamam, a rooftop pool and a fully equipped gym, this is certainly one of the best hotels in Taksim Istanbul.
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul at the Bosphorus (⭐ 8.8), Şişli (near Taksim)
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Rooms with the best views: Front Bosphorus View Room; Premium Bosphorus View Room; Bosphorus, Presidential, Ritz Carlton and Nobu Suites; Club King and Twin Rooms (partial Bosphorus view); and King and Twin Rooms (partial Bosphorus view).
Undoubtedly one of the best hotels in Istanbul with sea view, The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul at the Bosphorus has so much to offer guests looking for a luxurious stay with a view.
Located just 15 minutes' drive from the old city attractions in Sultanahmet, this hotel offers gorgeous light and spacious rooms decorated with Turkish-inspired decor.
King and Club King Rooms have huge windows with stunning partial Bosphorus views, whilst the Front and Premium Bosphorus View Rooms feature panoramic views.
However, our top pick is the Presidential King Suite. Here you can indulge in a relaxing spa bath while gazing over the Bosphorus and the mosques of the Old City!
The Ritz-Carlton is one of the best five star hotels Istanbul has to offer and has incredible facilities. The sun terrace on the hotel’s roof has an awesome infinity pool and bar, plus there is an indoor heated pool, a 24-hour fitness center and a full-service spa with hamam, sauna, and steam room.
Finally, if you’re after breakfast in Istanbul with view or fine dining, there are five amazing restaurants and lounges to choose from. From world-famous Japanese-Peruvian cuisine at Nobu with panoramic sea views, modern Anatolian cuisine at Atölye and mixologist-crafted cocktails, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Sofitel Istanbul Taksim (⭐ 8.6), Taksim
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Rooms with the best views: Luxury King and Twin Rooms with Bosphorus View; Prestige, Imperial and Signature Suites with Bosphorus View; and Duplex Bosphorus View Suites.
If you’re after a hotel in the city centre, look no further than the Sofitel Istanbul Taksim - one of the best hotels in Istanbul Taksim.
Just 200 metres from Taksim Square and walking distance to the trendy area of Cihangir, Galata Tower and Istiklal Street, this is definitely one of the best-located hotels in Beyoglu Istanbul.
This hotel has 202 rooms, suites and apartments and the rooms with the best views are on the higher floors.
The Luxury Twin and King Rooms with Bosphorus View have floor-to-ceiling windows with stellar views of the Strait. If you want to spend a bit more, we’d recommend the Duplex Suites which have huge furnished terraces overlooking the Bosphorus.
The rooms are all spacious and stylish, with fancy toiletries from Atelier Cologne, coffee machines and flat-screen TVs - exactly what you’d expect from 5 star hotels in Turkey Istanbul!
If you are someone who can’t part from your furry friend when travelling then good news - pets are welcome here!
Sofitel Istanbul Taksim also has a bar and two restaurants. Nomads, Sofitel’s rooftop restaurant offers modern Lebanese cuisine and live dance and musical performances for a fun night out.
Just want to relax? Then there’s a heated indoor pool, a fantastic spa, hamam and a fitness centre too!
🍾 Best Boutique Hotels Istanbul Has To Offer With Bosphorus Views
Prefer to book hotels in Istanbul with more of a boutique vibe? We’ve got you!
Below are three of the best boutique hotels in Istanbul . We’ve selected the most unique and stylish hotels that provide a luxury, personalised service to make your stay in Istanbul extra special.
And of course, all of them have killer views.
Sumahan On The Water (⭐ 9.3), Üsküdar
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Rooms with the best views: All of them! (Deluxe Room; Double Room with Sea View; Executive; Family and Loft Suites).
If you’re looking for a tranquil boutique sea view hotel in Istanbul, then look no further than Sumahan On The Water.
Set in a renovated 19th-century Ottoman distillery, this family-run hotel on Istanbul’s Asian side offers 13 beautifully designed and sumptuously furnished rooms and suites, all with panoramic sea views.
Sumahan On The Water has been mentioned in the New York Times and The Guardian as one of the best boutique hotels Istanbul has to offer and it’s obvious why.
The Executive Suite and Deluxe Room have large floor-to-ceiling windows with a view right over the water whilst the Loft and Family Suites have French doors that open out onto a private garden area at the Bosphorus’s edge.
This is one of the most romantic honeymoon hotels in Istanbul: the elegant rooms have log burning fireplaces, spacious marble bathrooms with deep bath tubs or large showers and beds with a view of the shimmering water. We love that some rooms even have private Turkish hamams!
The hotel has a chic restaurant, right at the water’s edge where you can enjoy breakfast. It serves à la carte Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine throughout the day. There is also a luxurious spa and private hamam, a library and a small but fully equipped gym.
Definitely one of the best hotels in Istanbul with Bosphorus view!
Witt Istanbul Suites (⭐ 9.6), Cihangir (near Taksim)
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Rooms with the best views: King Panoramic Room; King Panoramic Room With Terrace; and Penthouse.
Witt Istanbul Suites is an award-winning luxury boutique hotel located in the hip district of Cihangir.
It offers 18 spacious, loft-apartment style rooms furnished with retro-modern flair. If you’re keen to stay somewhere cool and stylish, this is the best boutique hotel in Istanbul for you!
Many of the rooms offer Bosphorus views: we’d recommend selecting rooms on the upper floors of the hotel for the most spectacular scenery.
The King Panoramic Room has French windows offering marvellous views of the Galata Tower, the waters of the Golden Horn, Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. The King Panoramic Terrace Room has floor-to-ceiling sliding doors that lead out onto a furnished terrace with views of the Golden Horn and the old city.
However, the light-filled Penthouse Apartment is what makes Witt Istanbul Suites one of the best view hotels Istanbul has to offer: it has windows on three sides that offer incredible panoramic views of the Bosphorus, the Golden Horn and the Galata Tower!
You can enjoy a delicious, organic, homecooked breakfast served to your room. The hotel’s roof terrace has 360° views of Istanbul and is the perfect spot to watch the sunset.
The Stay Bosphorus (⭐8.9), Beşiktaş
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Rooms with the best views: Deluxe Bosphorus Rooms and Suites; Superior Bosphorus Room; Executive Bosphorus Suite; Penthouse Suites (apart from the Chalet Penthouse).
Widely considered to be one of the best honeymoon hotels in Istanbul The Stay Bosphorus in Ortaköy in Beşiktaş is renowned for having the city’s closest guest rooms to the Bosphorus.
The views from the hotel are absolutely breathtaking and unique. The Superior Bosphorus Room and Executive Bosphorus Suites not only offer sweeping panoramic views of the Bosphorus from their balconies but you can see the Bosphorus Bridge and the ornate Ortaköy Mosque as well. Many of the most famous hotels in Istanbul don’t have this view!
The luxurious Grand Bosphorus Penthouse Suite has an even finer vista: you can see the sparkling water of the Strait from the comfort of your bed and the spacious private terrace has panoramic views of the Old City, Maiden’s Tower, Ortaköy Mosque and of course, the waters of the Bosphorus.
The Stay Bosphorus's rooms expertly combine Ottoman and contemporary design. Every room has high ceilings, ornate walls, plush custom-made furniture and spacious marble bathrooms. It’s no wonder that this hotel is consistently featured in the top 10 lists of the best luxury hotels Istanbul has to offer.
From the Bosphorus Lounge Restaurant you can enjoy the best breakfast in Istanbul with sea view: you’ll be able to see all the way from the Bosphorus Bridge to Topkapı Palace!
Boutique hotels in Istanbul on the Bosphorus don’t get much better than this!
💰 The Best Affordable Luxury Istanbul Hotels With Sea View
Whilst the majority of hotels with Bosphorus views tend to be amongst the most expensive hotels in Istanbul, there are some more wallet-friendly options in the city.
Below are the most affordable boutique, 5 star and 4 star hotels in Istanbul with fantastic sea views.
Gezi Hotel Bosphorus (⭐ 8.7), Taksim
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Rooms with the best views: Deluxe Double and Deluxe Corner Rooms With Sea View; Junior Suite With Bosphorus View; Bosphorus Suite; Loft and Sky Suites.
If you’ve been searching for the best hotels in Istanbul city centre that won’t break the bank, consider the lovely Gezi Hotel Bosphorus.
Steps away from Taksim Square, buzzing Istiklal Street and the Taksim metro station, this is one of the few centrally located 5 star hotels in Taksim Istanbul that isn’t crazily expensive.
The rooms here are spacious, stylish and modern with comfortable furnishings, wooden floors and marble bathrooms. Many of the rooms have first-rate views of the Bosphorus.
The Deluxe Bosphorus Room has wall-to-wall windows with panoramic views of the Bosphorus and the Bosphorus Bridge. The Deluxe Bosphorus Corner Room goes one step further as you can even see the Bosphorus from the shower!
Feel like a splurge? Then consider the stunning Bosphorus Suite where you can enjoy the panoramic sea views from everywhere: directly from your bed, from the lounge or from your furnished private balcony.
If you’ve been searching for “Istanbul breakfast with view” you’ll enjoy the buffet breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant Delma Grill. Serving Turkish and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, It has fabulous views of the Bosphorus and Istanbul’s magical skyline.
Gezi Hotel Bosphorus also has a spa with hamam, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room plus a fully equipped gym.
It’s certainly one of the best hotels in Taksim Square Istanbul!
Skalion Hotel & SPA (⭐8.8), Beyazit (near Sultanahmet)
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Rooms with the best views: Superior & Family Suites.
Located in the old city and just 900 yards from the Grand Bazaar and close to other major attractions in Sultanahmet, Skalion Hotel & SPA is one of the best 4 star hotels in Istanbul with a sea view.
The hotel’s elegant and luxurious suites offer the best Bosphorus views: both the Family and Superior Suites have spacious terraces with panoramic sea views plus gorgeous views of the Old City.
You can enjoy a rich Turkish breakfast at Skalion Terrace Cafe & Restaurant, which also has breathtaking views of the Bosphorus, the Roman city walls and ancient churches. Definitely one of the best restaurants in Istanbul with sea view!
The restaurant serves Italian and world cuisine and the bar is the perfect location for a sunset cocktail/mocktail.
After a day of sightseeing, relax in the hotel’s spa which has a hamam, sauna and massage services.
Skalion Hotel & SPA is one of the best 4 star hotels Istanbul has to offer in the Old City.
Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus (⭐ 8.5), Taksim
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Rooms with the best views: Deluxe Twin and King Rooms With Bosphorus View; Executive Twin & King Rooms With Bosphorus View; Family Room With Bosphorus View; Ambassador and King Bosphorus Suites.
Are we really suggesting that there are other 5-star hotels in Istanbul Taksim Square that are affordable?! Well, compared to many of the ultra-luxurious hotels earlier in this article, the Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus offers plenty of bang for your buck.
There are several Hilton Hotels in Istanbul - this one is only 10 minutes from Taksim Square. Not only is this hotel superbly located with tons of facilities but it also boasts stellar Bosphorus views.
There is a huge range of rooms and suites offering city, garden or sea views. Every room has a balcony: we love the Deluxe King Room with floor-to-ceiling windows that open out onto a panoramic view of the Strait. The Ambassador Suite has magnificent 180° views of the water and the city from its spacious lounge and dining area.
As you’d expect from Hilton Hotels in Istanbul Turkey, there are several in-house restaurants offering panoramic Bosphorus views including Dragon Restaurant, which serves superb Chinese cuisine; Dubb Indian Bosphorus Restaurant, Bosphorus Terrace Restaurant and Veranda Bar & Restaurant! So much choice!
This is one of the best Istanbul hotels with views for families: you’ll find several playgrounds, a children’s pool, toys and games.
And if you want to relax there are two swimming pools, a full service spa with multiple steam and sauna rooms, a fitness centre and tennis and squash courts!
Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus is one of the best hotels in Istanbul Taksim Square and perfect if you want a hotel with a sea view but don’t want to be too extravagant.
🕌 The Best Luxury Hotels in Istanbul With Landmark Views
Istanbul is a city of stunning historical and architectural views. Seeing the Hagia Sophia from your bedroom at sunrise or the magnificent Galata Tower lit up at night is, in our humble opinion, just as spectacular as any sea view.
We’ve selected the best hotels in Sultanahmet Istanbul and around the Galata and Karaköy areas that have sensational landmark views. Make your holiday a trip to remember by staying in one of these hotels.
Four Seasons Hotel at Sultanahmet (⭐ 9.3), Sultanahmet
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Rooms with the best views: St Sophia Suite.
Looking for 5 star hotels in Istanbul Sultanhamet with amazing views? Then look no further than the lavish Four Seasons Hotel at Sultanahmet.
Housed in a 100-year-old neo-classical building, this luxurious hotel is just steps away from Sultanahmet’s main attractions and offers 65 tranquil and spacious rooms and suites.
Each of the rooms is beautifully decorated with hardwood floors and plush furnishings. You’ll also find large marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs in every room.
Of course, as one of the best hotels in Istanbul Sultanahmet, the Four Seasons has glorious views. Book the St Sophia Suite if you want to wake up to mesmerising views of the Hagia Sophia - the suite actually has three private furnished terraces where you can enjoy one of the best hotel views of this famous landmark and the Sultanahmet neighbourhood.
However, this isn’t the only place where you can enjoy the view. The fantastic Süreyya Teras Lounge is a rooftop bar that has the Hagia Sophia as a backdrop. It’s a great place to relax and enjoy a glass of Turkish wine or a cocktail during the evening. With the spectacular view, it’s no wonder that this is one of the best 5 star hotels in Istanbul near Blue Mosque!
The Four Seasons has three other restaurants serving modern Anatolian and international cuisine. It also has a spa and hamam and a fitness centre.
This is definitely one of the best hotels in Istanbul Old City.
Seven Hills Hotel – Special Category (⭐ 9.0), Sultanahmet
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Rooms with the best views: Suite With Hagia Sophia View and King’s Suite With Hagia Sophia View.
If you’ve been searching for the best hotels in Istanbul near Blue Mosque, the Seven Hills Hotel – Special Category should be amongst your top choices.
One of the best hotels near Hagia Sophia, it offers a selection of beautiful rooms and suites, that combines modern design with classic Ottoman flair.
There are 15 elegant and spacious rooms, but if you want a view, we’d recommend booking one of the suites. The spacious Suite With Hagia Sophia View has large windows that directly face the Hagia Sophia and a furnished balcony with panoramic views of the Old City and the Marmara Sea.
However, the King’s Suite is the most impressive. Not only does this room feature floor-to-ceiling windows with a view of the Hagia Sophia, it also offers a jacuzzi in the bedroom with a view of this iconic landmark!
The Seven Hills Restaurant on the terrace serves creative Turkish cuisine. The restaurant’s legendary 360° views have given Seven Hills the reputation of being the best view hotel in Istanbul - you can see the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and the Sea of Marmara! Hotel guests can also enjoy a delicious and varied Turkish breakfast with a view on the terrace.
Seven Hills is one of the best hotels in Old City Istanbul with a landmark view.
JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus (⭐ 8.6), Karaköy
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Rooms with the best views: Deluxe King and Executive Rooms With Galata Tower View; Premier Executive Room With Galata Tower View; and Royal Griffin Suite with Galata Tower View.
The JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus is one of the most fantastic Istanbul hotels with a view, and actually offers spectacular landmark and sea views.
Located in the bohemian area of Karaköy and surrounded by boutique stores, cool cafes and cocktail bars, this airy and light-filled luxury hotel offers 130 stylish and comfortable rooms and suites.
Many of the rooms offer a view of the Galata Tower and the Old City whilst others also offer Bosphorus vistas.
The Deluxe King and Executive Rooms With Galata View have large windows with stunning views over Istanbul’s rooftops of Galata Tower. Our favourite room has to be the Premier Executive Room With Galata View - it has a terrace with panoramic scenery of the Galata neighbourhood and the Galata Tower.
Like other 5 star hotels in Istanbul city center, JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus has incredible facilities including a spa with Turkish hamam and sauna and a gym.
It’s also home to one of Istanbul’s most famous rooftop bars - Sky Karaköy. Sky Karaköy has epic 360° views of Istanbul - it overlooks the Bosphorus on one side and the old city on the other! The bar serves cool cocktails and is the perfect sunset spot - so grab one and enjoy the magnificent view.
Additionally, the hotel has eight on-site restaurants including Octo and Galata Lounge - which also have incredible Bosphorus and Galata views.
💵 The Best Affordable Luxury Hotels in Istanbul With Landmark Views
An Istanbul hotel with a view doesn’t have to leave you bankrupt. Here are some of the more affordable luxury hotels around Istanbul that still have incredible views of the city’s most famous landmarks.
Mest Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci (⭐ 9.3), Sirkeci (near Sultanahmet)
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Rooms with the best views: Superior Double; Loft Family Room; and Deluxe Double and Family Rooms.
Mest Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci is one of the best 4 star hotels in Istanbul near Blue Mosque. Considering the remarkable views it offers, it is surprisingly affordable!
The hotel has 36 elegant, spacious and tastefully designed rooms featuring comfortable beds, modern furnishings and exposed original brickwork. Many of the rooms offer a breathtaking view of Yeni Cami aka New Mosque (built in 1665). Some rooms have Golden Horn views as well!
New Mosque is actually so close that you feel like you could reach out and touch it from your bedroom window. If you’re looking for an Istanbul hotel with view - seriously consider Mest Hotel.
Our favourite rooms are the Superior Double and Loft Family Room, both of which have huge arched windows and balconies that overlook the mosque. For a little extra indulgence, the Deluxe Double and Family Rooms have a furnished balcony and offer gorgeous views of the mosque and the Golden Horn.
If that’s not enough, Mest Hotel's restaurant has 360° panoramic views of the Old City and the Golden Horn. You can enjoy a rich and varied Turkish breakfast with a view here.
The dazzling view from the rooms and its location make this one of the best value hotels in Istanbul centre.
Meroddi Barnathan Hotel (⭐ 9.0), Galata
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Rooms with the best views: Deluxe Double Room With Sea View (also has a landmark view); Suite With City View; King Suite With Sea View; and Suite With Sea View.
Just 200 yards from Galata Tower, Meroddi Barnathan Hotel is a charming historic hotel that offers a variety of suites and rooms - some have sea views whilst others have views of the Galata Tower.
The rooms blend neoclassical and modern design and feature handpainted drawings on the walls that are unique to each room. The Deluxe Double Room With Sea View has large windows with beautiful views of the Bosphorus and the Old City.
If you’re willing to spend a little bit more, consider booking the Suite With City View as it has unbelievable, close-up views of the Galata Tower.
You can enjoy a delicious Turkish breakfast each morning at the rooftop terrace restaurant and bar which has incredible 360° panoramic views of Istanbul and the Galata Tower. This really is one of the best view hotels in Istanbul!
Meroddi Barnathan Hotel is just a short walk from Galata Tower, Taksim Square, Istiklal Street and Şişhane metro station.
The Halich Hotel Istanbul Karaköy – Special Category (⭐ 9.0), Karaköy
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Rooms with the best views: Standard Double and Twin Rooms; and Deluxe Double Rooms.
The Halich Hotel Istanbul Karaköy is one of the cheapest hotels in Istanbul with outstanding views. Only 400 metres from the Galata Tower, it offers picturesque panoramic views of the Golden Horn, the Galata Bridge and the Galata Tower from the majority of its rooms.
The bright, modern and comfortably furnished Standard Double and Twin Rooms have large windows with a fantastic view of the Galata Tower and the surrounding city.
The more spacious Deluxe Double Rooms offer a choice of a panoramic Golden Horn, Galata Bridge and Historical Peninsula view or a striking view of the Galata Tower.
You can enjoy a buffet breakfast at the hotel restaurant on the 9th floor which has extraordinary views of the city and the Golden Horn. The restaurant also offers lunch and dinner options if you want to eat in.
This hotel is in an unbeatable location - walking distance to Karaköy and Galata and public transport to Sultanahmet. If you’re looking for cheap hotels in Istanbul with marvellous views, then definitely consider The Halich Hotel.
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel (⭐ 8.4), Sultanahmet
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Rooms with the best views: Superior Double and Twin Rooms With Hagia Sophia View; Loft Room; and King Suite With Panoramic View.
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel is one of the best value 5 star hotels in Istanbul city centre. Just steps away from the Hagia Sophia, it offers unforgettable views of Istanbul’s Old City and a wide array of amenities for an affordable price.
The luxurious Loft Room has large windows that look out onto the legendary landmark. This room also features a deep soak bathtub, so you can relax in the bath and still enjoy the gorgeous view!
If you have more money to spend, we’d recommend the King Suite With Panoramic View - you can see all the way from the Hagia Sophia to the Blue Mosque! Even the cheaper Superior Double and Twin Rooms have a Hagia Sophia view.
The Hagia Sophia overlooks the hotel’s stunning outdoor pool and is the perfect place to relax. There is also a tranquil botanic garden and a full-service spa and Turkish bath.
Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel has five restaurants offering Ottoman, Anatolian and world cuisine. Guests can enjoy a varied buffet breakfast in a restaurant that has a view of the Blue Mosque. Plus there’s complimentary afternoon tea at 5pm!
Considering the facilities, price and views, this is one of the best hotels near Blue Mosque Istanbul has to offer.
The Galata Istanbul Hotel - MGallery (⭐ 8.3), Galata
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Rooms with the best views: Deluxe King Rooms With Galata or Golden Horn View; Superior King Rooms With Galata or Golden Horn View; Junior King Suite; and Executive Galata King Suite.
Formerly a 19th-century Italian bank building, the The Galata Istanbul Hotel MGallery is one of the coolest hotels in Istanbul with a view.
The location of this affordable luxury hotel in Istanbul is perfect: you can easily walk or take public transport to the Galata Tower, Istiklal Caddesi, Sultanahmet and Taksim Square. The hotel’s proximity to Karaköy also makes taking the ferry to the Asian side a breeze!
The hotel’s rooms are designed in an art-deco style, with high ceilings and plush furnishings. Most of them offer a stunning Istanbul view: you can see the Golden Horn and the Galata Tower as well as the Historical Peninsula.
You can see the famous tower right from your bed in the Superior and Deluxe Rooms With Galata View, whilst the Executive Galata King Suite has panoramic views of the tower, the Galata neighbourhood and the Golden Horn, with the Old City in the distance.
The Galata Istanbul Hotel MGallery has its very own historical Turkish bath from the 1720s which guests can use free of charge! There’s also a spa, a small gym, a restaurant and a bar. Mesai Rooftop Restaurant serves Turkish and world cuisine and has fabulous views over the Golden Horn.
Finally, make sure to enjoy the delicious and varied Turkish buffet breakfast that includes the hotel’s own signature dishes!
✋ Best Hotels in Istanbul With a View: FAQs
What are the best hotels in Istanbul Bosphorus for families?
The best hotel in Istanbul for families is the Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus. We'd also recommend the Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus.
What are the best hotels in Taksim Istanbul with sea view?
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul and Gezi Hotel Bosphorus.
What are the best Istanbul hotels with Bosphorus view?
We cover Istanbul hotels with best views of the sea at the beginning of our article here. They are all so amazing it's hard to choose, but our top choice for luxury hotels with sea views is the Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus Istanbul. Alternatively, the boutique The Stay Bosphorus also has amazing views.
What are the best hotels near Blue Mosque in Istanbul?
We love the Seven Hills Hotel – Special Category for its location and Hagia Sophia view. More budget-friendly options include Mest Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci and Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel.
What are the most unique places to stay in Istanbul with a view?
Sumahan On The Water is extremely unique as is the lovely and historical Meroddi Barnathan Hotel.
What are the best romantic hotels in Istanbul?
Sumahan On The Water, The Stay Bosphorus and Çırağan Palace Kempinski.
What is the top Istanbul hotel with balcony and amazing views?
All of the hotels on this list offer rooms with balconies and incredible views. However, we love the affordable Mest Hotel Istanbul Sirkeci with its beautiful rooms and balconies looking over the New Mosque.
And that's a wrap!
We hope this article has helped you to choose the perfect Istanbul hotel with a view! As you can see, there are plenty of cool hotels in Istanbul with a view - from 5 star super luxury resort-like hotels to more affordable options which still have plenty of facilities and incredible views.
Istanbul is a city filled with breathtaking views and it really is a privilege to be able to stay at a hotel where you can enjoy the scenery out of your own bedroom window. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
Before you go, make sure to check out some of our other Istanbul and Turkey/Türkiye guides:
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