Cankurtaran Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large mosque with two minarets and a central dome, surrounded by trees and people.
A historic building with domes and minarets, surrounded by trees and a street vendor cart.
A bustling market square with fruit carts and a prominent mosque with four minarets in the background.
An ornate room with a patterned carpet, a central sofa, and decorative vases.
A historic mosque with multiple minarets and a fountain in the foreground.

Stay near popular Cankurtaran attractions

A historic mosque with a large central dome and two minarets, surrounded by trees and a reflective pool.

Hagia Sophia

9.4/10 (28,162 reviews)
A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.
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Activities

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show

AU$41
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Night Show
Istanbul: Princes Islands Tour with Hotel Transfer & Lunch

Istanbul: Princes Islands Tour with Hotel Transfer & Lunch

AU$33
per adult
Istanbul: Princes Islands Tour with Hotel Transfer & Lunch
Picture 1 for Activity Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option

AU$16
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise with Sunset Option
Istanbul: Bursa Day Trip with Lunch & Cable Car Ride

Istanbul: Bursa Day Trip with Lunch & Cable Car Ride

AU$26
per adult
Istanbul: Bursa Day Trip with Lunch & Cable Car Ride
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide

AU$49
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Sunset Yacht Cruise with Snacks and Live Guide
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show from Istanbul

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show

AU$46
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Night Show
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Our pick of the best Cankurtaran Hotel Deals

Hotel Saba Sultan

Hotel Saba Sultan

Akbiyik Cad, Cetinkaya Sokak No: 4 Istanbul
The price is AU$111 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
AU$111
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Good place and really nice people"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Hotel Saba Sultan
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is AU$501 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
AU$501
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
The Marmara Taksim

The Marmara Taksim

5 out of 5
Taksim Square Istanbul Istanbul
The price is AU$302 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
AU$302
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
The Marmara Taksim
Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus

Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus

Müvezzi Cad Yildiz Mah No.1/1 Istanbul Besiktas
The price is AU$158 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$158
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and breakfast (surcharge).
Çırağan Hotel Bosphorus
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6 Istanbul
The price is AU$484 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
AU$484
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,111 reviews)
"Everything and everyone was incredible at the hotel from the staff and amenities. The only problem with this hotel is the soccer stadium directly next to it. My cab couldn’t get through and dropped me off at the bottom of the hill and I had to walk which is fine only then the police wouldn’t let ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7 Istanbul Istanbul
The price is AU$226 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
AU$226
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,247 reviews)
"So the Hotel and the staff for excellent. The only advice I have to travel is going to Istanbul is to be able to access Google Maps on their cell phones. A lot of the iPhones that people use do not have a SIM card so therefore they cannot access a Google Maps while they’re walking around the city. ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
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Our guide on where to stay in Cankurtaran

Find the best Cankurtaran areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Cankurtaran
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A fountain with water jets in a circular pool, a mosque with multiple minarets, and palm trees in the foreground.

Sultanahmet

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A horse-drawn carriage on a street with white buildings and trees.
Photo by Sergio Camalich
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Büyükada

A red tram with the number 115 on a busy street.

Taksim

Enjoy the popular shops in Taksim. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more of Istanbul.

A historic building with a large reflection in the water, a boat in the foreground, and a partly cloudy sky.

Kadıköy

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Kadıköy. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bosphorus, and catch the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem Station to see more of the area.

A historic mosque with three minarets and a large dome, surrounded by trees and buildings.

Istanbul City Center

Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like Hagia Sophia and Taksim Square, and jump on the metro at Vezneciler Subway Station or Aksaray Station to see more of the city.

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