Hotels in Istanbul

If you are looking for a comfortable Istanbul accommodation for your next travel to Turkey, we are always ready to offer you the best Istanbul hotel deals. On Hotelmix.co.ukyou will find a handpicked selection of Istanbul Turkey hotels. Istanbul is a city of 15,3 million and is at the crossroads of Oriental and European culture. The city has gone through several incarnations over the last 2,500 years, at times being called Byzantium (at its founding), Constantinople (as a Roman imperial capital), and is now called Istanbul. You can trust Hotelmix.co.uk to have an extensive listing of best places to stay in Istanbul, allowing you time to explore this historical, cosmopolitan city. Finding a comfortable hotel in Istanbul is not really a hassle. As for all the touristic areas in the world Hotelmix.co.uk has a large selection of places to choose from. To make your search pleasant all of the accommodations in Istanbul provide high-quality photos, multilanguage descriptions and unbiased guest reviews. Our website has an incredibly easy interface to navigate, with a list of top hotels in Istanbul and a useful rating system.

What to Explore in Istanbul?

Istanbul is a city that is currently at the center of Turkish culture. As one of the largest cities in the world, Istanbul received around 12 million foreign visitors in 2015. Among the many tourist attractions in Istanbul, the most famous is the Hagia Sophia. Constructed in 537, the Hagia Sophia features a silver-colored domed ceiling which was as an Eastern Orthodox Cathedral until 1453. After the Ottoman Turks conquered the city, the building became a mosque for over 450 years, finally closing in 1931. Since 1935 this paragon of architecture has been a museum. Moreover Istanbul still has a large amount of Turkish baths, which has been a custom since the days of the Romans. Today, they are called "Hamams" and many tourists still flock to them. The Panorama 1453 Museum commemorates the fall of Constantinople at the hands of the Ottomans from April to May 1453. This important event signified the end of the Byzantine Empire and saw the beginning of Ottoman dominance within the region. Staying at one of top Istanbul hotels you get a great opportunity to visit all of these wonderful places and even more. Hotelmix.co.uk is happy to help you make the best choice and select the finest Istanbul lodging.

Tips for Getting Along with Locals in Istanbul

After booking one of Istanbul hotel room, the visitor will want to get out and mingle with the locals. When men greet each for the first time, there is usually a handshake and firm eye contact. Men who know each other well will often kiss each other on the cheek. If a woman does not offer her cheek or her hand to you, then you should simply nod and say "Merhaba" (hello) to her instead. Istanbul has a large amount of individuals who work as professional shoe shiners. When taking a taxi in Istanbul, watch for an official yellow taxi, because there are many con artists that will tell you that the meter is broken. If a driver says this, simply say "polis" and get out immediately. If you are the type of person that enjoys your cigarettes or an alcoholic beverage every now and then, you should be aware that these products are extremely expensive in Istanbul. With a 500-year tradition of palace cooking, Istanbul is a foodie’s paradise, whether you’re after smoky kebabs, delicious vegetables, pilafs or sweet puddings. Book your Istanbul hotel room and enjoy the wonderful spirit of Turkey!