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HaciBayramHotel

Hotel in Old City Sultanahmet, Istanbul (0.3 miles from Basilica Cistern)

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

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9.9
Exceptional
1,394 reviews
Price from
£148
per night

White House Hotel Istanbul

Hotel in Old City Sultanahmet, Istanbul (0.1 miles from Basilica Cistern)

White House Hotel Istanbul boasts 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.

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9.8
Exceptional
1,911 reviews
Price from
£240
per night

Four-G Hotel

Hotel in Old City Sultanahmet, Istanbul (0.3 miles from Basilica Cistern)

Attractively situated in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Four-G Hotel is situated 800 metres from Hagia Sophia, 700 metres from Basilica Cistern and 400 metres from Column of Constantine.

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9.8
Exceptional
1,272 reviews
Price from
£231
per night

Asilzade Hotel Sirkeci

Hotel in Old City Sultanahmet, Istanbul (0.3 miles from Basilica Cistern)

Located in the centre of Istanbul, Asilzade Hotel Sirkeci is situated 700 metres from Basilica Cistern and 700 metres from Spice Bazaar.

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9.7
Exceptional
205 reviews
Price from
£92
per night

Hotel Poem

Hotel in Old City Sultanahmet, Istanbul (0.2 miles from Basilica Cistern)

Situated in the centre of Sultanahmet, just a short walk from the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, this special class category hotel offers a cheerful atmosphere and great-value accommodation overlooking...

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9.6
Exceptional
1,718 reviews
Price from
£165
per night

The Magnaura Palace Hotel

Hotel in Old City Sultanahmet, Istanbul (0.2 miles from Basilica Cistern)

Located in the heart of Sultanahmet area, this hotel is just 150 metres from Blue Mosque and 250 metres from Hagia Sophia.

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9.6
Exceptional
1,066 reviews
Price from
£153
per night

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  • HaciBayramHotel
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,394 reviews

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

    Location is fabulous. Room was clean. Service was exceptional!

  • Azra Sultan Hotel & Spa
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,461 reviews

    Set in Istanbul, 400 metres from Basilica Cistern, Azra Sultan Hotel & Spa features accommodation with a bar and private parking. This 4-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk.

    Everything is good) The housekeepimg - is perfect!

  • Mula Hotel
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,466 reviews

    Boasting a garden, Mula Hotel is set in the centre of Istanbul, less than 1 km from Blue Mosque. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    Very well finished with lovely quality contemporary touches.

  • Aprilis Deluxe Hotel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,523 reviews

    Located in Istanbul, less than 1 km from Blue Mosque, Aprilis Deluxe Hotel provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace. This 4-star hotel offers a bar.

    Awesome personal and service. Thank you for this week

  • Sultan Hamit Hotel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,850 reviews

    Located in Istanbul, 700 metres from Hagia Sophia, Sultan Hamit Hotel features accommodation with a garden and private parking. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a concierge service.

    Hotel was amazing. Staff very nice and quick check in.

  • RW BOUTIQUE HOTEL
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,457 reviews

    In a prime location in the centre of Istanbul, RW BOUTIQUE HOTEL provides air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a restaurant.

    wonderful room. wonderful breakfast. friendly staff

  • No12 Hotel Sultanahmet
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2,819 reviews

    Attractively located in the centre of Istanbul, No12 Hotel Sultanahmet features buffet breakfast and free WiFi. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

    Good location, nearly every central and subway. Rooms new

  • Sultan Suleyman Palace Hotel & Spa
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,966 reviews

    Well situated in Istanbul, Sultan Suleyman Palace Hotel & Spa offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a bar.

    The staff is extremely kind and caring, the breakfast was also amazing!

Budget hotels near Basilica Cistern

  • Atlantis Royal Hotel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,930 reviews

    Located in the centre of Istanbul, Atlantis Royal Hotel is situated less than 1 km from Blue Mosque and a 10-minute walk from Basilica Cistern. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a tour desk.

    my stay was very nice especially Emir helped me a lot

  • Sareban Hotel Istanbul
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 210 reviews

    Situated within less than 1 km of Blue Mosque and a 13-minute walk of Hagia Sophia, Sareban Hotel Istanbul offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Istanbul.

    Excellent hotel, superb hosts. Highly recommended.

  • Fidelya Boutique Hotel
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 171 reviews

    Well located in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Fidelya Boutique Hotel is located 1.1 km from Blue Mosque, 1.3 km from Hagia Sophia and 1.2 km from Basilica Cistern.

    Great position to explore Istanbul. Very friendly and helpful staff

  • Vera Life Hotel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 415 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Vera Life Hotel is situated 1.2 km from Blue Mosque, 1 km from Basilica Cistern and 400 metres from Column of Constantine.

    Staffs are amazing.. Well behaved and helped.. Give 👍

  • Efzen hotel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 504 reviews

    Efzen hotel features free WiFi throughout the property and views of city in Istanbul. The property is located 1.4 km from Topkapi Palace, 1.9 km from Spice Bazaar and 4 km from Suleymaniye Mosque.

    Very nice to stay and the stuff there very helpful

  • HOME QUALITY HOTEL
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 636 reviews

    Boasting a terrace, HOME QUALITY HOTEL is situated in the centre of Istanbul, less than 1 km from Blue Mosque.

    The personal at the reception was exceptional, very social and helpfull.

  • Cape Palace Hotel
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 844 reviews

    Located in Istanbul and with Hagia Sophia reachable within 800 metres, Cape Palace Hotel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    Excellent staff. Best location. Room was clean and tidy.

  • sultanahmet musıc house
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 249 reviews

    Attractively situated in Istanbul, sultanahmet musıc house features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and free private parking.

    Nice location, good price and clean room. Next time here

Hotels with great access to Basilica Cistern!

  • SULTAN SÜLEYMAN APART HOTEL
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 32 reviews

    Set in the centre of Istanbul, SULTAN SÜLEYMAN APART HOTEL is situated less than 1 km from Blue Mosque and a 12-minute walk from Hagia Sophia.

    hotel's staff went out of their way to ensure we had a pleasant stay

  • Rose Apartments
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    Located in Istanbul and with Blue Mosque reachable within 1.1 km, Rose Apartments provides a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

    Отель был очень чистым и все было прекрасно гостеприимство персонала на высшем уровне района очень тихий и красивый 15/20 минут от всех главных достопримечательностей кто приезжает отдыхать советую всем спасибо за тёплый прием

  • White House Hotel Istanbul
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,912 reviews

    White House Hotel Istanbul boasts 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.

    The style was so luxurious and the service amazing

  • Four-G Hotel
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,272 reviews

    Attractively situated in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Four-G Hotel is situated 800 metres from Hagia Sophia, 700 metres from Basilica Cistern and 400 metres from Column of Constantine.

    Location was very close to the tram line and blue mosque

  • Tin Suites
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 86 reviews

    Conveniently located in the centre of Istanbul, Tin Suites offers continental breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Loved the location; staff and how nice the rooms were

  • Zeyn Otel Istanbul
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2,285 reviews

    Located in the centre of Istanbul, Zeyn Otel Istanbul is set less than 1 km from Blue Mosque and a 10-minute walk from Basilica Cistern.

    Very welcoming stuff, clean, safe and good breakfast

  • The Magnaura Palace Hotel
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,066 reviews

    Located in the heart of Sultanahmet area, this hotel is just 150 metres from Blue Mosque and 250 metres from Hagia Sophia.

    Fantastic welcome, lovely clean modern room, brilliant location.

  • Nea Suites Old City
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 340 reviews

    Only 700 metres to Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, Nea Suites Old City is a 15-minute walk to the Blue Mosque. It offers spacious suites with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

    Nice hotel, perfect location and the staff are polite

Basilica Cistern

This cavernous space is the largest remaining Byzantine cistern 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 atmospheric walkways and marvel at the intricacy of its decorative, water-worn columns.

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

  • 10
    Scored 10

    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.
    Paul
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    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
    Cristina
    Brazil
  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    WJ
    Australia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    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..
    Alok
    India
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Finally reopened after a long restauration.

    Finally reopened after a long restauration. THey have done a fanatsrtic job with the lighting and incorporating modern sculpture. Book online and reserve a spot. Do not waste time in line. Do not miss this place.
    Hristijan
    North Macedonia
  • 4.0
    Scored 4.0

    It is nothing quite as bright as seen in pictures.

    It is nothing quite as bright as seen in pictures. It would have been of great significance in the life of Istanbul's then population that used its waters and of course the engineering skills that went into building it, but I feel there are a lot of other things one can spend time marvelling at in Istanbul rather than spend extra to see the basilica cistern. It wasn't even covered under the Turkey Museum Pass that we had, which gave access to virtually every place we wanted to go all over the country.
    Ruju Patel Carlson
    India

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  • From £69.42 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 112 reviews
    Location, location, location — Agras Hotel in Fatih is right where the action and attractions are, a walking distance away from the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, the Archeological Museum, Gulhane Park, the Bazaars, and meeting point for the Bosphorus Strait cruises. Breakfast served in the Hotel is just lovely and scrumptious. Hotel staff were very courteous and helpful.
    Ann
    Singapore
  • From £138.84 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 920 reviews
    Fragments Hotel is 15 minute walk from Taksim Square (metro, buses to airports) and 10 minutes walk from Tophane Tram station (access to Aya Sophia, Sultan Ahmet mosque, Basilica Cistern, Covered bazzar, Topkapi palace, and Dolmabahce Palace) . So it has good location with easy access to tourist attractions. The hotel is very neat, it has friendly and helpful staff, and roof restaurant has a very nice view to Golden Horn. It has a decent breakfast. There are plenty of shops and restaurants nearby.
    Nasser
    United Kingdom
  • From £53.22 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 455 reviews
    The B&B is in the hearth of Sultanahmed very close to the Blue Mosque, to Agya Sophia and to the Basilica Cistern. Around the hotel you can taste the real ottoman daily life, with a lot of small shop, restaurant and coffee. Getting lost in its streets is like a leap in space and time.
    Ico Thieme
    Italy
  • From £59.99 per night
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3 reviews
    The building is very nice and cared for, it's in a nice location near to the main attraction in Istanbul Sultanahmet, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi basilica cistern and grand bazaar the staff cleans regularly and is always ready to accomodate any request
    Bota
    Kazakhstan
  • From £166.61 per night
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,415 reviews
    Hotel location is excellent with easy access to most local attractions like Blue mosque, Hagia Sofia, Topkapi, Basilica cistern etc. Hotel is clean equipped with all facilities. Specially, the reception staff (Emre & Qadri) are professional, English proficient and very helpful.
    Butt
    United Kingdom
  • From £122.64 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,185 reviews
    Amazing terrace at the roof, where you can have a delicious breakfast and enjoy the view of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Staff is very polite and nice. The location is perfect if you’re planning to visit the main sightseeings (Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Sultanahmet Mosque, Topkapi Palace). The region is super touristic though, so be ready for noisy crowds.
    Ayana
    United Arab Emirates
  • From £192.83 per night
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 170 reviews
    Friendly staff, welcomed us like we were family. We met the owner and his son (Jem) who were so lovely. They were very accommodating and willing to help. The breakfast was phenomenal and room was in a prime location, 5 min walking distance to Haga Sophia, Basilica Cistern etc and close to the tram that takes you to Eminounu. Restaurants and shops right outside yet the rooms sound proofed well so no late night noise.
    Paysh
    Australia
  • From £88.28 per night
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,850 reviews
    The hotel is clean and modern with comfy beds and a clean room. good choice at breakfast and reception were very helpful. The location is within a few mins walk to Hagia Sofia, Blue mosque and Basilica Cistern.
    peter
    United Kingdom
  • From £67.12 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,966 reviews
    LOCATION is very near 10 mins to Sultanahmet Square where Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern. Alot of shops along the way, supermarket, restaurants nearby all within walking 3-5 mins. Staff Sunat ,Saeid, Serkan and Mohammed are very helpful.
    Peggy
    Finland
  • 8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 458 reviews
    We had a family suite and the facilities were as mentioned on the website and the place was very clean and organized. The staff were super kind and friendly. Everything was great and comfortable. Also, the location is suitable for easily accessing many landmarks, such as Topkapi, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and also Grand Bazaar. In the neighbourhood around there, there are lots of great cafes and restaurants and is a very good area for walking and having meals.
    Mehran
    Germany

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