You'll be spoiled for sightseeing choice in Istanbul City Center. Palace of the Porphyrogenitus is a good place to begin here, but there are plenty of other worthy attractions to discover. Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace are not far from the historic stately house and and will cap off your day nicely.

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Sanat Hotel Pera Boutique

Taksim

$424

per person

Dec 23 - Dec 29

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Beirut (BEY) to Istanbul (IST)

7.4/10 Good! (448 reviews)

The hotel’s location is perfect. Close to the shopping area. Quite and clean hotel.

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2025

Richmond Istanbul

Taksim

$498

per person

Jan 17 - Jan 23

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Beirut (BEY) to Istanbul (IST)

8.8/10 Excellent! (954 reviews)

The room was clean and very comfortable. The breakfast was substantial and had lots of variety. The staff were pleasant and helpful.

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel

Sultanahmet

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$442

per person

Jan 17 - Jan 23

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Beirut (BEY) to Istanbul (IST)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)

The best thing about this hotel was the location. Room was really big and clean. Very basic though. Breakfast was food, nothing really crazy. Staff wasnt the friendliest.

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025

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