A monument to the opulence of the rulers of the Ottoman Empire, with a notable clock tower, gardens and mosque.

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Clarion Hotel Golden Horn

Beyoğlu

per person

24 Sept - 30 Sept

found 10 hours ago

Return flight included

Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) to Istanbul (IST)

8.8/10 Excellent! (239 reviews)

Our time at this hotel was nothing short of amazing. We were allowed to check in hours earlier than expected without any extra charges, which was such a thoughtful gesture. The room was spotless, spacious, and had all the modern amenities you could need for a comfortable stay. The staff really made this experience stand out. Melek, in particular, was incredibly kind and helpful, and there was also another gentleman whose name I sadly can't recall, but he was equally great. The personal service throughout our stay made us feel really welcomed. We were also surprised with a free breakfast upgrade, which was a lovely gesture from the hotel. The location couldn’t have been better, and the free shuttle service to the main tourist spots was a huge bonus. Overall, it was one of the best hotel experiences I’ve had, and I’ll definitely be back next time I'm in the area. Highly recommend this place!

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Sultanahmet

per person

24 Sept - 30 Sept

found 9 hours ago

Return flight included

Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) to Istanbul (IST)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (448 reviews)

The Carina Gold Hotel is FABULOUS!!! First, the staff is warm, friendly and incredibly helpful. Second, the hotel is clean and comfortable. The air conditioning works well and the breakfast is worth the earlier wake up. Finally, the location can’t be beat. There hotel us between two tram stops, one right around the corner. A short walk to Aya Sophia and a convenient walk to the Grand Bazaar (the tram stops will lead you to the Spice Market, Karakoy, or the docks to Asia in less than 15 minutes). I would recommend this hotel to anyone who wants to enjoy their trip to Istanbul.

Reviewed on 13 Jul, 2025

Fraser Place Anthill Istanbul

Şişli

per person

14 Sept - 19 Sept

found 7 hours ago

Return flight included

Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) to Istanbul (IST)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (342 reviews)

We absolutely loved our stay. The Penthouse suite had amazing views of Istanbul. We managed to spot some of the iconic buildings such as the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia and Galata Tower. The beds were so comfortable and overall the 4 bedroom suite was more rhan adequate for a family of 5. .

Reviewed on 1 Jun, 2025

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Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table

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From Istanbul: Day Trip to Cappadocia with Flight & Lunch

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Istanbul: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop with Drinks & Snacks

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From Istanbul: Sapanca and Masukiye Day Trip with Lunch

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Reviews of Dolmabahçe Palace

4.5

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Dripping in gold everywhere you look! No photography allowed inside (and they will make you delete the pictures if caught so don't try!). The palace is very 'over the top' but a perfect example of the wealth of the Sultans. The main staircase is jaw-dropping! The clock museum (on the grounds) was worth a visit too. Beautiful gifts and examples of craftsmanship from around the world. When we went the glass house/ crystal house (I forget what it was called) was closed for renovation. However, there was an aviary you could visit. I highly recommend you buy the full ticket as the Harem section contains all the bedrooms which you cannot visit on the palace ticket alone. Tip: skip the queue and walk just inside the main gates to the grounds and there are two ticket machines. You can buy your tickets there and go straight through security. Second tip: avoid the overcharged 'skip the line VIP ticket'. We said no to some aggressive people trying to make us pay extra and instead bought the tickets from the machines described above and still skipped the queue on our own.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Book a guide. Beat the queue and appreciate more of what you see.

5/5 - Excellent

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Worth seeing

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Not included in the Museum pass. Fabulous palace with beautiful rooms. Photos are not allowed to be taken inside.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Get there before 10 to avoid queues. Cafe inside te entrance is great value

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