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A spa area with a hot tub, a sofa, and a canopy bed.
A luxurious living room with a fireplace, a round coffee table with candles, a plush red sofa, and a large painting of hot air balloons.
A modern bathroom with a bathtub, a round wooden table, and a beige sofa.
A spa area with a stone wall, a hot tub, and a wooden staircase.

1. Emirtimes Hotel & Spa Tuzla

Emirtimes Hotel & Spa Tuzla
Orhanli
United States
Maxim
$64 nightly
$72 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Emirtimes Hotel & Spa Tuzla
A modern hotel entrance with a glass canopy, a plaque, and two neatly trimmed bushes.
A modern lobby with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table. There are framed pictures on the walls and a fireplace.
A restaurant with a self-service beverage dispenser, multiple tables, and chairs.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a door.

2. Eresin Hotels Express

Eresin Hotels Express
Istanbul City Center
Canada
Irshad
$41 nightly
$46 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
Eresin Hotels Express
A seaside terrace with wicker chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean with a ship in the distance.
A bar area with a marble countertop, a candle, and various bottles.
A buffet with various food items including salads, meats, and appetizers.
A multi-story hotel with a classic architectural style, featuring balconies and a ground-level restaurant.

3. Recital Hotel

Recital Hotel
Sultanahmet
United States
Juan Ariel
$94 nightly
$105 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
Total with taxes and fees
Recital Hotel
A lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a bedside table with a phone, and a window with curtains.
A modern hotel room with a dark door, a marble countertop, and a wall-mounted number sign indicating room 302.

4. Shelton Airport Otel

Shelton Airport Otel
Yavuz Selim
United Kingdom
Thomas Zachariah
$34 nightly
$38 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Shelton Airport Otel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "ibis HOTEL" sign, large windows, and a well-lit entrance area.
A modern interior with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows allowing natural light.
A modern interior with a wooden floor, a round table with a red chair, a black rocking chair, and a glass wall offering a view of the street.
A compact hotel room with a desk, chair, and a bed with a red headboard. A window offers a city view, and a lamp is on the desk.

5. ibis Istanbul West

ibis Istanbul West
Küçükçekmece
United States
Simona
$52 nightly
$58 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
ibis Istanbul West
A modern restaurant with a glass ceiling, wooden flooring, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.
A modern office space with a desk, laptop, coffee maker, and a view of the sea through a large window.
A modern hotel with a prominent "ibis hotel" sign, a waterfront view, and a busy road with vehicles.
A modern interior with a red sofa, white chairs, a round table, and a chess-themed wall.

6. Ibis Istanbul Zeytinburnu

Ibis Istanbul Zeytinburnu
Zeytinburnu
United States
Aliou
$64 nightly
$71 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Ibis Istanbul Zeytinburnu
A hotel building with the sign "HOTEL OSAKA" and "OSAKA HOTEL" illuminated.
A buffet with various food items including salads, vegetables, and fruits.
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a painting on the wall.
A grand room with ornate chandeliers, patterned carpets, and classic furniture.

7. Hotel Osaka Airport

Hotel Osaka Airport
Bahcelievler
United States
Hilmi
$38 nightly
$42 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Osaka Airport
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance featuring a sign reading "OPERA TRADEMARK Collection by Wyndham."
A hotel lobby with a round table displaying breakfast items, a sign indicating free charge, and large windows with a view of the street.
A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a TV.
A modern living room with a herringbone floor pattern, a glass coffee table, and a grey sofa.

8. Trademark Collection By Wyndham Operla İstanbul Airport Hotels

Trademark Collection By Wyndham Operla İstanbul Airport Hotels
Yavuz Selim
United States
Pooya
$59 nightly
$65 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
Trademark Collection By Wyndham Operla İstanbul Airport Hotels
A modern hotel building with a glass facade and a sign indicating it is the Hotel Exocity in Istanbul.
A hotel lobby with leather sofas, a coffee table, a TV, and a reception desk.
A tray of freshly baked bread rolls with sesame seeds.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a painting, and a door.

9. Hotel Expocity Istanbul

Hotel Expocity Istanbul
Avcilar
United Kingdom
Naila
$31 nightly
$35 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Expocity Istanbul
A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a scenic view of the sea and distant mountains.
A hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair and a small table, a mirror on the wall, and a view of the sea through the window.
A restaurant with round tables and chairs, a buffet with various food items, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A room with a large window offering a view of rooftops and buildings, a small round table, two armchairs, and a mirror with a decorative frame.

10. Kaftan Hotel

Kaftan Hotel
Sultanahmet
Sweden
Pehr
$60 nightly
$67 total
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Total with taxes and fees
Kaftan Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.
A hotel entrance with a glass facade and a sign above the doors.
A cozy seating area with a table set for a coffee drink, a vase with dried flowers, and a book.
A hotel room with two beds, a modern ceiling design, and a view of the city.

11. Cihangir Hotel Bosphorus

Cihangir Hotel Bosphorus
Taksim
United Kingdom
Ramin
$69 nightly
$77 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Cihangir Hotel Bosphorus
An outdoor restaurant with tables and benches, a green awning, and a sign for 'Lugano'.
The exterior of Hotel Santa Sophia with a grand entrance, a well-lit facade, and outdoor seating area.
A hotel lobby with a red sofa, a chandelier, and a traditional rug.
A spacious room with a chandelier, red velvet chairs, a white round table, and a large mirror.

12. Hotel Santa Sophia

Hotel Santa Sophia
Sultanahmet
United Kingdom
Ramzan
$46 nightly
$51 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Santa Sophia
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a marble wall, and a ceiling with a grid pattern.
A modern interior with a sofa, two armchairs, a table, and a lamp.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A reception desk with a sign reading "Piano Forte" and a "Mini Market" sign.

13. Pianoforte by Febor Hotels & Spa

Pianoforte by Febor Hotels & Spa
Istanbul City Center
United States
ROBERTO
$65 nightly
$72 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Pianoforte by Febor Hotels & Spa
A view of a building with domed architecture, a tall minaret, and a table with a plate of cookies and a cup.
A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a small table with a cup and a book, and a window with a view of buildings.
A view of a mosque with a tall minaret and a dome, surrounded by greenery and buildings.
A hotel room with two beds, a large ornate mirror, a wooden dresser, and a potted plant.

14. Sofia Corner Hotel

Sofia Corner Hotel
Sultanahmet
United States
Yessenia
$48 nightly
$53 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Sofia Corner Hotel
A grand entrance with two large wooden doors, a chandelier, and a number '8' sign.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a chandelier.
A balcony with a table and chairs, a vase of flowers, and a view of a building with balconies and windows.
A view through a window with multiple panes, revealing a cityscape with buildings, a church spire, and a body of water.

15. Blue Gilroy Hotel

Blue Gilroy Hotel
Sultanahmet
United States
Tamara
$79 nightly
$88 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Total with taxes and fees
Blue Gilroy Hotel
A hotel room with a desk, chair, television, minibar, and a shoe rack.
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a mirror, and a walk-in closet.
A wooden table with chairs, a mirror, and a Bosch water dispenser.
A wooden table with chairs, a laptop, and books in a room with a wooden wall and a green wall with framed pictures.

16. My Dora Hotel

My Dora Hotel
Kadıköy
United States
shalini
$105 nightly
$116 total
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Total with taxes and fees
My Dora Hotel
A modern lounge area with a curved ceiling decorated with sketches and notes, a large chess piece mural, and a view through large windows.
A modern bar area with a curved counter, bar stools, and a large window offering a view of greenery.
A buffet with various food items and a chalkboard with text in a foreign language.

17. Ibis Istanbul Tuzla

Ibis Istanbul Tuzla
Tuzla
United Kingdom
Nurhayat
$68 nightly
$76 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Total with taxes and fees
Ibis Istanbul Tuzla
A hotel sign with the name "ibis HOTEL" against a clear blue sky.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a mini-fridge, and a suitcase.
A person handing over a card to another person at a reception desk.
A conference room with rows of red chairs, a podium, a screen displaying 'ibis Hotels', and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

18. ibis Istanbul Esenyurt

ibis Istanbul Esenyurt
Esenyurt
United States
MANAL
$50 nightly
$56 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
ibis Istanbul Esenyurt
A balcony table with breakfast items and a view of a historic building with multiple minarets.
A spacious lobby with a large, ornate chandelier, plush seating, and a patterned carpet.
A luxurious living room with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a chandelier.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a balcony with a city view.

19. Rast Hotel Sultanahmet

Rast Hotel Sultanahmet
Sultanahmet
United States
Dharmendra
$118 nightly
$134 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Total with taxes and fees
Rast Hotel Sultanahmet
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of a cityscape at night.
A modern lobby with a marble staircase, a glass door entrance, and a green-lit wall.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large screen displaying a cityscape.
A spacious room with a large breakfast buffet, a skylight, and a view of the outside.

20. Hotel Nena

Hotel Nena
Sultanahmet
United Kingdom
Panna
$108 nightly
$120 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Nena
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Three Star Hotel Guide for Istanbul

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Istanbul, Istanbul are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Istanbul, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in Istanbul for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Istanbul near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Istanbul?
Expedia customers needing a comfortable and convenient Istanbul stay often go for Kervan Hotel. This 3-star hotel, roughly 0.1 mi northwest of the center, comes with a terrace and free WiFi. Want another suggestion? Situated 0.1 mi west of downtown and including a terrace and free WiFi, Star Holiday Hotel is also a top pick among guests.
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Relaxation is a breeze in 3-star hotels in Istanbul. On top of pleasant surroundings, these lower-priced stays come with an array of welcome amenities like free WiFi, in-room coffee maker and fitness equipment. A 4-star hotel offers a more refined experience with enhanced features such as an on-site spa center, outdoor or indoor swimming pool and more spacious rooms. Regardless of your hotel style or how much you want to spend, we have the ideal match for you.

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