Accomodation Posts | Where to Stay in Istanbul & Top Hotels

10 Days in Istanbul with the Perfect 10 Day Itinerary

27th August 2020
Yasin Berkay
No Comments
Accomodation, Food & Drink, General, Going Out, Istanbul, Need to Know, Shopping, Sightseeing

Is there enough time to visit Istanbul in 10 days? This will vary depending on the season of your visit and where you want to go. If you’ve come to Istanbul for the first time, some areas will fascinate you and you may want to revisit them. You can even arrange your visit to Istanbul to coincide with these events. The most important of these in 2020 is the UEFA Champions League final which will be played on 30th May 2020, at Istanbul’s’ Atatürk Olympic Stadium. You can arrange your Istanbul travel itinerary according to this date.

27 August

7 Days in Istanbul with the Perfect 7 Day Itinerary

25th August 2020
Dogus Gulyuva
No Comments
Accomodation, Food & Drink, General, Going Out, Istanbul, Need to Know, Shopping, Sightseeing

No matter how many or how few days you spend in Istanbul, there are some places that appear on everybody’s list of things to see and do. These places should be on your 7-day Istanbul itinerary. Most of the attractions are in Old Istanbul. For a 7-day itinerary, you should choose hotels within the tourist zone so it will be easy to get to them all.

25 August

One Day in Istanbul with the Perfect One Day Itinerary

27th June 2020
Levent Ege Balci
No Comments
Accomodation, Food & Drink, General, Going Out, Istanbul, Need to Know, Shopping, Sightseeing

If you only have one day in Istanbul and want to see it all then you could easily find yourself disappointed. Because Istanbul consists of seven hills and each has its own story. But for those of you who are limited to just one day in the city, we can help make sure you don’t miss any of the top attractions. The rest can wait until the next time you visit.

27 June

The Trend Everyone Is Chasing: Staycation

Staycation became popular in the USA during the 2007 – 2010 economic recession. A new word formed by the combination of stay and vacation. It is a form of holiday adopted by those who advocate the philosophy that “You don’t need to go anywhere else for the holiday, you can bring the holiday home”. Staycation or holistay (which is a combination of the words holiday and stay) is all about enjoying the home and the city where you live. Recently, those living in New York and London have preferred staycation.

10 June

istanbul-uefa-champions-league-final-min

Istanbul UEFA Champions League Final 2020 | Where to Stay, What to Do and More

22nd May 2020
Ekin Ceren Akarçay
No Comments
Accomodation, Food & Drink, General, Going Out, Istanbul, Need to Know, Shopping, Sightseeing

RECENT UPDATE: The 2019-20 UEFA Champions League final game has been postponed indefinitely because of the coronavirus outbreak, UEFA announced. The final of Europe's elite club competition had been scheduled for May 30 at the Ataturk Olympic Stadium in Istanbul. The UEFA statement said "No decision has yet been made on rearranged dates." Even we don’t know the rearranged dates of the final game yet, here are a few tips for UEFA Champions League Final 2020:

22 May

Everything You Must Know About The Currencies Before You Visit Istanbul

21st May 2020
Dogus Gulyuva
No Comments
Accomodation, Food & Drink, General, Going Out, Istanbul, Need to Know, Shopping, Sightseeing

In this article, you can find everything you need to know about Turkish currency, what currency to chose, how to exchange and more. There are 6 banknotes in Turkish Lira. The highest value banknote is 200 TL. The lowest value banknote is 5 TL. There are many security measures in banknotes. Take the banknote in your hand, put it on a flat surface. Look at the banknote from different angles. There is a holographic that gives colorful and bright reflections.

21 May

Accessible Istanbul

21st May 2020
Levent Ege Balci
No Comments
Accomodation, General, Istanbul, Need to Know, Sightseeing

Istanbul is accessible for all and many conveniences have been provided for disabled people so that everyone can visit. Many volunteer organisations arrange seminars and awareness events to make the city accessible and to educate local people on communication. Turkish law states that every building must comply with accessibility standards and, perhaps more importantly, the Turkish people are incredibly hospitable and will always try to help all visitors to the city.

21 May

Honeymoon in Istanbul: A Romantic Escape

20th May 2020
Dogus Gulyuva
No Comments
Accomodation, General, Istanbul, Need to Know, Sightseeing

What do you think about the Istanbul honeymoon destination? Istanbul is waiting for you for a wonderful honeymoon intertwined with history and romance. For Istanbul Turkey honeymoon packages, you can come here every month of the year. However, September – November or April – June are the best times if you do not want the weather to be too cold or hot. There are many treasures to visit in the city, full of magnificent churches, centuries-old mosques and elegant restaurants. Istanbul unites two continents and the magic of the city connects everyone in a timeless manner.

20 May

Best Hostels in Istanbul For a Cheap Yet Comfortable Trip

19th May 2020
Dogus Gulyuva
No Comments
Accomodation, General, Istanbul, Need to Know

“What’s a hostel?” I hear you ask. Well, it’s an affordable form of accommodation offering cheap hospitality, food and a sociable atmosphere, in dormitory style rooms. Visitors can rent a bunk bed with a shared bathroom, lounge and kitchen. And the rooms can be mixed, single-sex or private rooms. Here are the best hostels you can find in Istanbul.

19 May

Istanbul’s Best Districts’ Budget Friendly and Pricey Hotels

Enjoy the magical yet mysterious city of Istanbul! Many of us are crazy for its vast array of beauties but of course, there are specific times to visit depending on the type of trip you’re after; sightseeing, Bosphorus Cruise or shopping. There are popular seasons and low seasons. For sightseeing, spring or autumn is the best time for a visit. For the Bosphorus Cruise, October is best as temperatures are cooler than in the summer. These attractions are in Fatih, Beyoglu, and Nisantasi. The prices for hotels in Istanbul vary from time to time and I’m going to talk about the best hotels in specific districts to suit the purpose of your visit. This is a guide to reasonably priced hotels and elegant yet pricey ones.

18 May