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Vogue Hotel Supreme Istanbul

Istanbul (200 ft from Basilica Cistern)

Conveniently set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Vogue Hotel Supreme Istanbul is located 131 feet from Basilica Cistern, 1312 feet from Hagia Sophia and 1148 feet from Blue Mosque.

M
Muhammed
From
India
Pristine location, right in the heart of everything — just steps from Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Sultanahmet, and prime dining spots. Breakfast offered great variety, including multiple egg options. Staff were incredibly welcoming and supportive, with special thanks to Talha for his outstanding service. For arrival, best to call ahead so the hotel can arrange a buggy pickup, as it’s in a no-vehicle zone (car drop-off is less than a minute’s walk away). Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,358 reviews
Price from
$290.02
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Saint Sophia

Istanbul (150 ft from Basilica Cistern)

Set in a 19th-century building and totally renovated in 2013, Hotel Saint Sophia has views over Hagia Sophia courtyard and offers luxurious rooms decorated with marble and teak wood.

D
DANIELA
From
Italy
The location is excellent, close to Saint Sophia Mosque, with views over Hagia Sophia courtyard, and just a few steps Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, and the Hurrem Sultan Hamami (where I had a very pleasant experience), Basilica Cistern, and also not far to the Grand Bazar. The room was amazing, large, very nice with very nice design, opening the window and seeing the the sunrise and sunset was a fantastic experience. The breakfast was very good and plentiful, both sweet and savory. The cleanliness was impeccable, and the staff were all extremely attentive and friendly. A very special mention to Enes and Omer for their outstanding service!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,434 reviews
Price from
$179.14
1 night, 2 adults

Antusa Design Hotel & Spa

Istanbul (450 ft from Basilica Cistern)

Antusa Design Hotel & Spa features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Istanbul. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and a tour desk.

D
Daniel
From
Spain
The location was excellent. Our room had beautiful views to a street with colored buildings. Breakfast was okay with a wide variety of food. The staff was very nice, and helped us with everything we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,880 reviews
Price from
$147.45
1 night, 2 adults

Dosso Dossi Hotels Old City

Istanbul (550 ft from Basilica Cistern)

Located in Sultanahmet district, Dosso Dossi Hotels Old City is within a walking distance from historical sites such as Hagia Sophia Museum, Basilica Cistern and the Blue Mosque.

A
Arrian Shafqat
From
Netherlands
Staff was very friendly & helpful. Breakfast was very good. Location was central to all landmarks we wanted to visit
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,326 reviews
Price from
$135.11
1 night, 2 adults

White House Hotel Istanbul

Istanbul (750 ft from Basilica Cistern)

White House Hotel Istanbul features a prime location in the heart of the Historical Peninsula, within walking distance to many attractions including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar....

L
Lucas
From
United States
The owner, Harun, and the staff at the White House Hotel went above and beyond to provide the best hotel experience I have ever had. Their genuine friendliness and personal touches truly elevated the entire stay, making it clear they deeply care about their guests' experience. The hotel is in a fantastic location, with all of the historic district attractions within walking distance. The room was spacious, clean, and equipped with every amenity. We were even greeted with a personalized welcome letter and special decorations! When we had to leave for the airport early in the morning, the staff arranged a taxi for us and even packed sandwiches and drinks to go, even though the hotel restaurant wasn't open for breakfast yet. If I ever visit Istanbul again, I will definitely choose the White House Hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,744 reviews
Price from
$285.51
1 night, 2 adults

World Heritage Center Hotel

Istanbul (800 ft from Basilica Cistern)

Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, World Heritage Center Hotel is located in the center of Istanbul, a 3-minute walk from Basilica Cistern.

u
usman
From
United States
. Location is right in the heart of Sultanhamet. Tram station is literally at the door step. . The person who checked us in (younger person- sorry forgot the name) was amazing. He made us feel very welcome and was helpful throughout the stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,854 reviews
Price from
$184.35
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,015 reviews

    In a prime location in Istanbul, Ring Stone Hotels Old City - Special Class provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,337 reviews

    Well situated in Istanbul, Downtown Sirkeci Hotel provides a buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is close to Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,134 reviews

    Attractively located in the center of Istanbul, Bentley Hotel Old City-Special Class has air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,550 reviews

    Ideally located in Istanbul, Carina Gold Hotel And Restaurant has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, private parking and room service. This 4-star hotel offers a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,186 reviews

    The Omiya Hotel provides rooms in Istanbul near Spice Bazaar and Suleymaniye Mosque. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,353 reviews

    Conveniently located in the center of Istanbul, Marius Hotel is within a 8-minute walk of Basilica Cistern and 700 yards of Spice Bazaar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2,237 reviews

    Conveniently located in Istanbul, HaciBayramHotel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 3-star hotel offers a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,004 reviews

    Located in Istanbul, a 7-minute walk from Blue Mosque, Saratoga Hotel Sultanahmet provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,030 reviews

    Located in Istanbul, a 11-minute walk from Hagia Sophia, Efzen hotel provides express check-in and check-out and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2,652 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Sultan Hamit Hotel is located in the center of Istanbul, a 7-minute walk from Hagia Sophia. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,453 reviews

    Şebnem Hotel is set in the Fatih district in İstanbul, 984 feet from Hagia Sophia and 1312 feet from Blue Mosque. You can enjoy a cup of coffee while overlooking to panoramic view of Bosphorus.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,335 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Reyyan Hotel offers accommodations in Istanbul, 1969 feet from Blue Mosque.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 490 reviews

    Conveniently located in the center of Istanbul, Abelia Mansion Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Blue Mosque and 0.6 miles of Hagia Sophia.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews

    Well situated in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Mahhsen Mansion Oldcity is located a 13-minute walk from Blue Mosque, 0.7 miles from Basilica Cistern and a 6-minute walk from Column of Constantine.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 733 reviews

    Located in the center of Istanbul, a 11-minute walk from Blue Mosque, Sareban Hotel Istanbul has air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 372 reviews

    Featuring a garden, Sultan Pier Hotel is located in the center of Istanbul, a 10-minute walk from Blue Mosque.

Hotels with great access to Basilica Cistern!

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,744 reviews

    White House Hotel Istanbul features a prime location in the heart of the Historical Peninsula, within walking distance to many attractions including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 201 reviews

    Angel's Home Suites - Angel Group Hotels has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Istanbul. This 3-star hotel offers a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,661 reviews

    Attractively set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Four-G Hotel is located a 9-minute walk from Hagia Sophia, 0.4 miles from Basilica Cistern and a 4-minute walk from Column of Constantine.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2,395 reviews

    Conveniently located in the center of Istanbul, Zeyn Otel Istanbul is within a 10-minute walk of Blue Mosque and 0.6 miles of Basilica Cistern.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,679 reviews

    Set in 19th-century building, this hotel offers rooms with free WiFi in the heart of Istanbul's historic Sultanahmet District.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,854 reviews

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge as well as a terrace, World Heritage Center Hotel is located in the center of Istanbul, a 3-minute walk from Basilica Cistern.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews

    Featuring a restaurant, Thank You Hotel Sultanahmet is located in the center of Istanbul, a 5-minute walk from Hagia Sophia.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,046 reviews

    Located in the heart of Sultanahmet area, this hotel is just 492 feet from Blue Mosque and 820 feet from Hagia Sophia.

Basilica Cistern

This cavernous space is the largest remaining Byzantine reservoir in Istanbul. Constructed in the 6th century, it originally provided water filtration for the Great Palace of Constantinople, and continued to supply the Topkapi Palace from 1453 until the modern day. Opened to the public in 1987, you can now explore its lit walkways and be amazed by the decorative, water-worn columns.

Planning a trip to see the Basilica Cistern? Check out the latest reviews and scores

  • 6.0

    Another interesting place that doesn't merit the long wait,...

    Another interesting place that doesn't merit the long wait, the high ticket price. This is only an hour's visit at most. Walk around this glorious city instead and soak up the atmosphere. I love places like the Cistern but this price doesn't match the experience and I can't stand being packed into a place with huge crowds of tourists.
    Guest review by
    Ieseanca
    Romania
  • 10.0

    so glad I went here, you only need about 30 mins but its...

    so glad I went here, you only need about 30 mins but its beautiful and worth a visit. Beautifully lit and apparently there are concerts there sometimes which would be amazing. 800 TL (July 2024) Please note, no toilets (well, I didn't see any).
    Guest review by
    Melanie
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Atmospheric.

    Atmospheric. Not too busy when we visited, but you won't be alone. Admission fee but worth it. Exit is obvious, entrance around the corner. If there's a queue, say you want to pay with card and you might beat it, as we did.
    Guest review by
    PaulC23
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    The Basilica Cistern in Istanbul is indeed a remarkable...

    The Basilica Cistern in Istanbul is indeed a remarkable historical site, and it has been used for cultural and artistic events like Night Shift (cultural performances, concerts, art exhibitions or other creative activities). I recommend checking the official website of the Basilica Cistern
    Guest review by
    Cristina
    Brazil
  • 8.0

    An amazing example of how the re-use of old structure has aa...

    An amazing example of how the re-use of old structure has aa long, long history. If you have small children, remember that CO2 is heavier than air, and they might need to be carried for some of the way if they feel a little dizzy.
    Guest review by
    WJ
    Australia
  • 10.0

    its a must visit place as while looking at it one wonders...

    its a must visit place as while looking at it one wonders the engineering and architect of that time and the kind of efforts which were made to create a nearly hidden, massive cistern. the ticket price of of 350 lira is a bit steep but since Sultanamet ( Blue Mosque) and Hagia Sofia( now when its a mosque) have no tickets, its OK. all are close by and could be visited in all in 2-3 hrs..
    Guest review by
    Alok
    India

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  • From $168.74 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 260 reviews
    Location is great, near to Sultan Ahmet, Hagia Sofia, Topkapi, Basilica Cistern, etc. but not noisy! staff are helpful Exterior and interior of hotel and rooms excellent, bathroom is very comfortable Best hotel for their price in the center of Istanbul
    Guest review by
    Bakhtier
    Uzbekistan
  • From $242.56 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,770 reviews
    The location is within walking distance to many sights including the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern and Topkapi Palace. Breakfast is included and the restaurant has great food.
    Guest review by
    Leslie
    United States
  • From $527.31 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,358 reviews
    Pristine location, right in the heart of everything — just steps from Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Sultanahmet, and prime dining spots. Breakfast offered great variety, including multiple egg options. Staff were incredibly welcoming and supportive, with special thanks to Talha for his outstanding service. For arrival, best to call ahead so the hotel can arrange a buggy pickup, as it’s in a no-vehicle zone (car drop-off is less than a minute’s walk away). Highly recommended!
    Guest review by
    Muhammed
    India
  • From $87.89 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 566 reviews
    Great location just a 10 minute walk to the Grand Bazaar and a ~15-20 minute walk to the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Basilica Cistern. Room was comfortable, well lit and air-conditioned. Staff were friendly and helpful. Great spot for those who just need a home base and get out and about during the day. Looks to have been recently renovated.
    Guest review by
    Ethan Harrison
    United Kingdom
  • From $298.81 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,935 reviews
    Lovely and clean, no frills hotel, at an excellent location, excellent price, near the Hagia Sofia and Basilica Cistern in Istanbul. The manager was very helpful with advice on sites to visit and shopping. The hotel has an excellent transport service that picked us up from the cruise terminal, and dropped us off at the airport. Everything else was in walking distance.
    Guest review by
    Cindy
    United States
  • From $179.29 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,225 reviews
    Location: it very close to Sultanahmet, center of old city. Also very close to TopKapi, AyaSofya, Basilica Cistern and many other famous places!
    Guest review by
    Aleksandr
    Georgia
  • From $144.54 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 667 reviews
    This hotel has one of the most helpful and friendly crew I have ever experienced. The hotel is clean and modern, so you can relax as much as you can. I also really liked the breakfast it was delicious and plenty. The location was perfect for our stay, all the famous places like Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace is about 10-15min walk. I absolutely recommend for everyone.
    Guest review by
    Mihály
    Hungary
  • From $104.22 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 588 reviews
    Excellent value for money in the heart of the city. The location is amazing, literally 10 minutes walk from the Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, Hagia Sophia and the "Sultanahmet" tram station. The room was very clean and comfortable, exactly as shown in the presentation photos. We have stayed here before and can't wait to go back. Thanks to the hotel staff, they have become our friends in Turkey!!!!! 10++
    Guest review by
    Marius
    Romania
  • From $199.21 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,693 reviews
    The service was amazing. Front staff were very friendly and helpful with advising restaurants and attractions. They also advised how to get tickets for the best price. They gave us complimentary snacks and tea anytime we asked. They were very accommodating. The view was amazing. The hotel is walkable distance to Hague Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and Basilica Cistern. All within 15 minutes. I would definitely stay here again.
    Guest review by
    Seshendra
    United States
  • From $242.56 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
    Excellent location. The hotel is within 5 to 10 minutes from many beautiful and fun attractions such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia Mosque, Basilica Cistern, the Grand Bazaar, etc. the surrounding is clean, safe. The guest service is excellent. Mr. Rohat Gunacti is particularly commendable. He is knowledgeable and happy to arrange everything detail and really has guests’ interest, comfort and convenience in mind.
    Guest review by
    Rosario
    United States

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