Basilica Cistern
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Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant
Sultanahmet
Price was €1,179, price is now €360 per person
€360
per person
15 Jan - 21 Jan
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Dublin (DUB) to Istanbul (IST)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (605 reviews)
We loved our stay at this hotel. It was very clean and spacious. The breakfast was great and the location was excellent, just a short walk from the main attractions and the tram stop is very close. What made is extra special was the staff! They were all very professional, had excellent recommendations and went out of their way to assist us with whatever we needed. We will definitely be returning.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Demiray Hotel & Spa
Istanbul City Center
Price was €896, price is now €366 per person
€366
per person
15 Jan - 21 Jan
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Dublin (DUB) to Istanbul (IST)
9/10 Wonderful! (104 reviews)
Nice hotel. It was in an easy walking area. Clean and well maintained.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Richmond Istanbul
Taksim
Price was €1,167, price is now €490 per person
€490
per person
15 Jan - 21 Jan
found 22 hours ago
Return flight included
Dublin (DUB) to Istanbul (IST)
8.8/10 Excellent! (962 reviews)
The room was clean and very comfortable. The breakfast was substantial and had lots of variety. The staff were pleasant and helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
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Reviews of Basilica Cistern
4.3
Top destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
again, massively under repair. the Cistern of Philoxenos just round the corner was very good (and free) and no tourists as not really know
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Worth seeing
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveller
Under renovation and currently drained (no water or fish as seen on our previous visit). However, the price charged is the same. You can still walk around the entire site and still see the heads of Medusa but it lacks the magic and eeriness compared to when it's full of water.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Go early or late afternoon to beat the crowds.
4/5 - Good
Verified traveller
Worth a look!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveller
Don't miss this hidden gem.
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