Galata Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Galata Tower featuring a city, cruising and general coastal views
Galata Tower featuring night scenes, a bay or harbour and a ferry
Galata Tower showing a river or creek, a bridge and a city
Galata
Galata

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Our pick of the best Galata Hotel Deals

The Peninsula Istanbul

The Peninsula Istanbul

5 out of 5
Karakoy, Kemankes Karamustafapasa Mah., Kemankes Caddesi N 34, Beyoglu, Istanbul
The price is AU$1,342 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$1,342
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Galata Tower and Topkapi Palace are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
"Incredible hotel"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

The Peninsula Istanbul
DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Bereketzade Mahallesi, Bankalar Caddesi No:8, Beyoglu, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$223 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$223
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (545 reviews)
"Great service, very helpful staff, and a very convenient location, minutes away from the train and Main Street. It's a five-minute walk to Galata Tower and the many cafes and restaurants in the area."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

DeCamondo Galata, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali

5 out of 5
Inonu Cad. No 22, Kucukyali Maltepe, Istanbul
The price is AU$177 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
AU$177
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,061 reviews)
"Very good service and good to front desk I arrive early in the morning and they help me to go to my room and I’m thankful to that"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali
The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6, Elmadag/Sisli, Istanbul
The price is AU$443 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$443
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"My husband, daughter and I recently stayed at the hotel, and all had a wonderful experience. The staff are exceptional. From the bellmen to the concierge and restaurant staff, they all went above and beyond. We especially enjoyed our time in the restaurant and lounge where my daughter and I played ..."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul
Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Piyer Loti Cad No:7, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$233 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$233
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,038 reviews)
"It's in the old part of the City."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class
Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul

5 out of 5
Visnezade Mah. Acisu Sok. NO. 19, Macka Besiktas, Istanbul, Istanbul
The price is AU$503 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$503
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Istanbul. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Overall, this is an excellent hotel with a strong focus on service. Most of the staff were friendly and helpful, although a few in certain roles seemed to have a poor attitude and acted hastily without first checking our needs. The pool area, lobby, and on-site restaurants were noticeably overpriced. ..."

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Galata

Galata Tower featuring night scenes, a bay or harbour and a ferry

Karaköy

Spend some time visiting places like Galata Tower while getting to know Karaköy, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Karakoy Station or Karakoy Tünel Station to see more of the area.

Karaköy
Galata Tower featuring night scenes, a bay or harbour and a ferry

Beyoğlu

Enjoy the popular shops in Beyoğlu. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Sishane-Zemin Metro Station or Tophane Station to see more of Istanbul.

Beyoğlu
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Sirkeci

Travellers choose Sirkeci for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Sirkeci Station or Eminonu Station and check out top sights like Topkapi Palace.

Sirkeci
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Taksim

4/5(72 area reviews)

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.

Taksim
Blue Mosque which includes a pond, a mosque and a fountain

Sultanahmet

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

Sultanahmet
Istanbul featuring a sunset, general coastal views and a marina

Fatih

4.5/5(230 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Blue Mosque is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.

Fatih

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