Just 5 minutes’ walking distance from the historic Sultanahmet area with Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, Fer Hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness center.
Cynthia
United States of America
The location was very walkable. The breakfast was excellent with a vast array of choices. The room was spacious and staff was helpful.
Conveniently set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Primero Hotel is located a 12-minute walk from Blue Mosque, 0.6 miles from Basilica Cistern and a 3-minute walk from Column of Constantine.
Katherine
United States of America
The hotel was wonderful! Great location, clean rooms, friendly staff. Veysel was very helpful and nice. He arranged airport transport for us which helped us a lot! Thank you for the great stay :)
Conveniently located in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Boss Hotel Sultanahmet is set 2297 feet from Column of Constantine, 0.6 mi from Suleymaniye Mosque and 2133 feet from Hagia Sophia.
Luiz
United States of America
Shower and bed both excellent.
Staff were very nice ! Adnan the front desk mgr is very professional and courteous!!!
The ladies at breakfast very nice too.
Located in Istanbul, a 9-minute walk from Suleymaniye Mosque, Rayelin Hotel Istanbul Old City provides accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Attention to detail
Personalized service
Great location
Conveniently located in Istanbul, HaciBayramHotel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 3-star hotel offers a terrace.
Great staff, location and rooms could not be better
Located in Istanbul, a 4-minute walk from Basilica Cistern, Azra Sultan Hotel & Spa provides accommodations with a bar and private parking. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk.
Amazing experience start to finish, perfect location
Located in Istanbul, a 11-minute walk from Blue Mosque, Aprilis Deluxe Hotel provides accommodations with a fitness center, private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a bar.
Great roof top bar
Friendly staff and so welcoming
Well located in the center of Istanbul, Atlantis Royal Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Blue Mosque and 0.6 miles of Basilica Cistern. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk.
Very well situated and nice large room with stunning view!
Conveniently set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Primero Hotel is located a 12-minute walk from Blue Mosque, 0.6 miles from Basilica Cistern and a 3-minute walk from Column of Constantine.
Warm and welcoming Staff especially Veysel and Reşad
Ada Hotel offers large rooms with free Wi-Fi, just 492 feet from the Blue Mosque. The terrace features panoramic views of the Marmara Sea and the Sokullu Mehmet Pasha Mosque.
The breakfast has rather good assortment of the Food
Well located in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Mamma Marya Hotel is located a 19-minute walk from Blue Mosque, 1.1 miles from Basilica Cistern and a 12-minute walk from Column of Constantine.
Excellent staff, well situated, clean & comfortable room.
Attractively located in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Brown 2 Mansion Oldcity is located a 13-minute walk from Blue Mosque, 0.8 miles from Hagia Sophia and a 13-minute walk from Basilica Cistern.
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 5-minute walk from Column of Constantine.
Everything, special thank to Mr.Kadir, Mr.Jalal and all staff.
Well located in the Fatih district of Istanbul, The Omiya Hotel is located a 12-minute walk from Blue Mosque, 0.6 miles from Basilica Cistern and a 3-minute walk from Column of Constantine.
Good clean hotel. Good location. Very friendly staff.
Attractively located in Istanbul, Bentley Hotel Old City-Special Class has air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.
Good location, nice hotel and very friendly stuff.
Located in Istanbul and within a 15-minute walk of Blue Mosque, Yesilirmak Aparts Hotel features a terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.
best option in this area. all new! very clean! I'm happy.
Well set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Begonville 2 Mansion Oldcity is located a 13-minute walk from Blue Mosque, 0.7 miles from Basilica Cistern and a 14-minute walk from Hagia Sophia.
It was very clean and all staff helpful. I highly recommend and will definitely come back
Well set in the center of Istanbul, Great Fortune Concept Hotel is within a 7-minute walk of Basilica Cistern and half a mile of Blue Mosque. This 4-star hotel offers an ATM and a concierge service.
Location, front desk service, comfort and cleanliness.
Planning a trip to see the Grand Bazaar? Check out the latest reviews and scores
Scored 8.0
8.0
It was very interesting to see old style market with...
It was very interesting to see old style market with hundreds of shops. Looks very cool and has an interesting atmosphere. HOWEVER! Always a lot of people. If you're not good with crowds, you might not be able to move around or breathe at all. Also, everything is INSANELY overpriced, which makes Grand Bazaar only worth a visit if you're in for atmosphere & to look at cool old place.
Sarah Lee
Russia
Scored 10
10
Grand Bazaar Highlights:
1.
Grand Bazaar Highlights:
1. Oldest and largest covered market: Established in 1461, spanning 30 acres.
2. Diverse shopping: Over 4,000 shops selling jewelry, carpets, textiles, and souvenirs.
3. Architectural significance: Ottoman-style architecture, historic mosques, and fountains.
4. Immersive experience: Explore narrow streets, vibrant stalls, and local culture.
Must-see Attractions:
1. Jewellery Quarter
2. Carpet Shops
3. Textile Alley
4. Spice Bazaar (adjacent to Grand Bazaar)
5. Historic Mosques (e.g., Beyazit Mosque)
Insights and Tips:
1. Bargain and negotiate prices.
2. Be prepared for crowds and sensory overload.
3. Wear comfortable shoes (cobblestone streets).
4. Respect local vendors and traditions.
5. Visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds.
Visitors' Reviews:
- "Vibrant, chaotic, and fascinating."
- "Incredible shopping, great deals."
- "Steeped in history, a must-visit."
Practical Information:
- Address: Kalpakcilar Cad., Fatih, Istanbul
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (closed Sundays)
- Admission: Free
- Accessibility: Wheelchair-friendly
Nearby Attractions:
1. Hagia Sophia
2. Blue Mosque
3. Topkapi Palace
4. Basilica Cistern
5. Spice Bazaar
Interesting Facts:
- Grand Bazaar has over 60 streets and passages.
- The bazaar's name "Kapalıçarşı" means "covered market."
- The bazaar's oldest shop dates back to 1475.
ABDUL HAM
Qatar
Scored 4.0
4.0
Having lived in Dubai for over 25 years, it was similar.
Having lived in Dubai for over 25 years, it was similar. I was gobsmacked with the inflated prices of spices, pottery and table linen. I think it’s day light robbery. To give an example, I looked at a set of 5 pieces of different lengths of table runners 2 streets away from the bazaar, it cost 550tl, the same piece in the grand bazaar was 8,500tl. 😡
Jennifer
Switzerland
Scored 4.0
4.0
The men who sell here are perverts I went to three stores...
The men who sell here are perverts I went to three stores and I can say I had a very bad experience the man who were offering to show me around the stores ended up making advances saying we must go out and requesting hugs from me!
Yanga
Hungary
Scored 8.0
8.0
Do haggle !
Do haggle ! it is usually more expensive that the shops in the streets below. Please go to Havuzlu coffee shop / restaurant in the middle of the Grand Bazar for a great coffee / tea except to pay more but very good coffee!
Roland
United Kingdom
Scored 6.0
6.0
The Grand Bazaar is mostly jewellers selling the same...
The Grand Bazaar is mostly jewellers selling the same products. It's a shame as we were expecting a diversity of products. There's better shopping outside of the Grand Bazaar (and cheaper prices).
sinclad
Australia
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I had a very short layover in Istanbul and had never been to the city. I was hoping for a good hotel near the historic center. The hotel not only met but exceeded this desire. I was able to use my limited time to walk around Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar, and more.
location is good. there are several mini markets around the area and nice restaurants. there`s a nice bakery opposite the apartmen.you can walk 270m to kocamustafapasa train station,take direct train to sirkeci if you wanna visit Spice Bazaar/Grand Bazaar. or you can drop at Cankutaran and walk to Sultanahmet area eg Blue Mosque/hagia sophia.
Super central to everything. Blue Mosque & Grand Bazaar only a 6 min walk. Metro stop 3-4 min walk. Staff very helpful & friendly. Modern & well kept room and facilities. Coffee shop next door. Huge Turkish breakfast provided daily till 10:30am. Room stocked with coffee/tea/toiletries and equipped with room safe. Comfortable beds & great view from the balcony. Highly recommend!
Locations is perfect. Near grand bazaar and most famous places. Lots of shops and restaurants and everything is near to the place.
The staff are very helpful especially Bilal, Torqan, Mustafa and shah. They are the best.
The location is the best part of The Omiya Hotel. You’re literally a stone’s throw away from The Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia, Basilica Cistern and the Grand Bazaar.
The location was amazing. It was right next to a lot of shopping centers including the grand bazaar. My favorite thing about the hotel was the staff. Everyone was so friendly and helpful. Especially one of the ladies, i was i had gotten her name. She is blonde and helped us deuing breakfast time and also getting us supplies for the room
Loved the local feel, it was safe, staff ready to help and we loved our little room with balcony. 500 year old turkish bath, blue mosque, grand bazaar, spice market and many other attractions in a 5-15 min walk. Shopping and amazing deals alot cheaper than the markets in the area. Grocery store, bakeries and little food shops with fresh fruit close by. Fun to have coffee on the deck in morning and watch the many Istanbul cats below. Belly dancing and local music at restaurants down the street.
Hotel is clean and modern, at perfect location nearby restorants, Grand Bazaar, Hagia Sofia and Blue Mosque. The owner is very friendly and helpful. Cozy place for perfect vacation
A modern, comfortable hotel, very well-located to explore the Grand Bazaar and Suleymaniye neighborhoods (slightly less so for first-time visitors to Topkapi or Haghia Sophia). Nice view from the window.
cyve
France
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