Sultanahmet area is a perfect choice for the first time visitors and for those who want to stay near to the historical monuments, so they can reach at their hotels after waiting in long ticket queues, and exhausting walks from one museum to another.

Hagia Sophia Museum and Sultanahmet Mosque also know as Blue Mosque are two of the main attractions in the area. Topkapi Palace Museum, Basilica's Cistern (Underground Cistern) Arheological Museum, Turkish and Islamic arts Museum, German Fountain, Hippodrome and Great Palace Mosaics Museum are located within the 5-10 minutes walking distance from Sultanahmet Square.

You can enjoy your evenings in one of the Roof-Top restaurants with the splendid view of the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque and walk on the main Tram Line for shopping and buying Souvenirs. However, you should not expect and active night life in Sultanahmet Area since it's becoming quiet after 11pm.

Most of the best hotels in Sultanahmet are walking distance to monuments.

You can also consider staying in the hotel of Taksim, Karakoy or Sisli area if you need some action in the evenings. They are 2-3 metro stops 0r 5-6 Tram stops away from Sultanahmet.

Kucuk Ayasofya is a popular hotel area for those who seek for smaller hotels with a boutique service, bed & breakfast options and of course lower rates. Kucuk Ayasofya area hotels are generally 3-4 storey, have usually 15 to 30 rooms. It's possible to reach at Blue Mosque / Hagia Sophia Square in 10-15 minutes by walking from Kucuk Ayasofya.

Price range changes between 50 Euros to 150 Euros depends on the Quality, Location and the Service of the hotels in Kucuk Ayasofya.

There are also Apartments in Kucuk Ayasofya area, if you prefer to rent a self-catering accommodation.

Kadirga area of Sultanahmet is popular with it's apartments and Duplex Houses. This is mostly preferred by families / friend groups who prefer self-catering accommodation. There are a few hotels in Kadirga area as well.

There are many local grocery stores, restaurants, cafes and supermarkets in this area and the prices are much lower then the central places.

Distance to attraciton points of Istanbul, such as Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace is around 700-800 meters and 15-20 minutes by walking from Kadirga district.

Price range for hotels in Kadirga is between 40 Euros and 80 euros in the season. And the prices of apartments in Kadirga is between 75 Euros and 150 Euros depending on the size and the location of it.

Sultanahmet is a great area for the first time travellers and for those who wants to stay close to main attraction points in Istanbul. Hotels in Sultanahmet are centrally located and the prices are high according to it. We start with budget hotels to our best hotels in Sultanahmet list.

Kadirga, Kucuk Ayasofya Regions are especially lower than other districts in Sultanahmet. There are many apartments with full kitchen to stay in and full size supermarkets in these areas.

Please find sample selections below or go to Best Hotels in Sultanahmet page to check.

Walnut Shell Hotel is one of the best hotels in Sultanahmet in budget category. It's only 350 meters from Blue Mosque, 750 m. from Hagia Sophia and comfortable & 1 Km from Topkapı Palace. Grand Bazaar is only 15 minutes by walking. location. This hotel offers convenient and affordable stay in the heart of Oldcity. 24-hour front desk service.

Facilities included : • Open Buffet Breakfast • Free Wi-Fi • Double rooms convenient • 24-hour front desk service.
Blue Mosque/ Hagia Sophia : 10-min walk

Nearest Metro / Tram : • Sultanahmet Tram Station • 10-min walk

Best Western Antea Palace Hotel is for sure one of the best hotels in Sultanahmet Kucuk Ayasofya district and it's only 6 minutes away from Blue Mosque by walking. It has indoor pool, restaurant with sea view on the terrace and Turkish Bath & Spa center. Some elegantly designed rooms feature balcony and hot tub.

Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Breakfast • Restaurant • Double/Twin rooms • In room Tea/Coffee maker • Indoor Pool • Free Turkish Hamam Usage

Blue Mosque/Hagia Sophia: -min walk

Nearest metro/tram: 10-min walk to Sultanahmet & Beyazit Station

Four Seasons Hotel is most probably one of the best hotels in Sultanahmet and it's 1 minute away from famous Hagia Sophia Museum by walking. A century-old prison building converted into a high-class luxury hotel and serving with it's 65 spacious rooms and 200 staff for perfection.

Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Restaurants • 24 hours in room dining • Baby Sitting Service • 24 hours business services • Deluxe rooms • Complimentary Pool & Fitness Center Usage •

Blue Mosque/Hagia Sophia: 1-min walk

Nearest metro/tram: 3-min walk to Sultanahmet Station

Ajwa Hotel is Sultanahmet is 10-15 minutes away from Blue Mosque by walking. You feel the luxury at the same moment when you step in to Ajwa Hotel. It serves to it's guests as a Private Mansion with it's marvelous building with hand painted ceiling, marble works all around, silk carpets on the floor and pearl-carved wood furnitures. All facilities with Halal approach. Number 2 in our list of best hotels in Sultanahmet.

Facilities include • Free Wi-Fi • Restaurants • Complimentary soft drinks in minibar • daily newspapers • fresh flowers • full housekeeping • pillow menu- 24 hours in room dining • 24 hours business services • Free shuttle to historical sites throughout the day.

Blue Mosque/Hagia Sophia: 10-min walk

Nearest metro/tram: 7-min walk to Cemberlitas Station