If your idea of a fantastic vacation means being near the water, make a beeline for Galatasaray Island. No matter what you choose to do here, you're unlikely to tire of those lovely views.

Lots of travelers to Istanbul have this water-surrounded land mass on their agenda. But Galatasaray Island is just one of many spots worthy of a visit in the area. If you've got time to kill, Blue Mosque will keep you entertained.

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Sirkeci Emek Hotel

Istanbul City Center

$347

per person

Dec 29 - Jan 2

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Beirut (BEY) to Istanbul (IST)

7/10 Good! (297 reviews)

Staff made it enjoyable. Very friendly and polite. They kept my luggage in the lobby after the check out until it was the time to move to a different hotel.

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2025

Richmond Istanbul

Taksim

$538

per person

Dec 23 - Dec 28

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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

Sheraton Istanbul Atakoy Hotel

Bakırköy

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$479

per person

Dec 16 - Dec 21

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Beirut (BEY) to Istanbul (IST)

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)

We loved the drinks and food at Sheraton. The rooms are bit outdated. We had sea view Biomed originally and when we were upgraded we did lose our view. The lobby is very modern but the rooms need little bit of an update. Overall was not a bad experience but was the price point is liftle overpriced for what is being offered.

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

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