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Where to Stay in Istanbul (14 Best Places) | 2026 Update

28 April 2026 by Serhat Engul

Istanbul is a city of contrasts—where ancient empires intersect with modern urban life, and each neighborhood offers a completely different rhythm. Choosing where to stay here is not just a logistical decision; it shapes how you experience the city, from the streets you walk each morning to the cafés, markets, and stories that become part of your daily routine. As a licensed … [Read more...] about Where to Stay in Istanbul (14 Best Places) | 2026 Update

BEST Holiday Destinations in Turkey (Updated → 2024)

29 November 2023 by Serhat Engul

Turkey is one of the most ideal places for holiday thanks to its climate and geographical position. Turkey is a peninsula surrounded by seas and there are a lot of wonderful holiday spots. In this article, you can find information on the best holiday destinations in Turkey on the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts. Of course, Turkish tourists are not the only ones flooding the … [Read more...] about BEST Holiday Destinations in Turkey (Updated → 2024)

10 Best BEACH RESORTS in Turkey (Updated → 2025)

26 April 2025 by Serhat Engul

Aegean and Mediterranean coasts of Turkey are ideal places for summer vacation. There are so many holiday hotels in these areas that you may have difficulty deciding which one to stay. In this article, you can find the best beach resorts in Turkey with high customer ratings on travel platforms. The best summer holiday places in Turkey are on the west and south coasts. The … [Read more...] about 10 Best BEACH RESORTS in Turkey (Updated → 2025)

12 Best Hotels in Istanbul (with Bosphorus View → 2025)

16 April 2025 by Serhat Engul

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The best hotels of Istanbul are located on the shores of the Bosphorus. Some of these hotels, which offer the most luxurious and quality service to satisfy their customers, are famous around the world. Those who visit Istanbul especially choose hotels from 4 locations. These are Sultanahmet (Old City), Beyoglu (Taksim), Besiktas (Bosphorus) and Asian Side (Kadikoy) hotels. … [Read more...] about 12 Best Hotels in Istanbul (with Bosphorus View → 2025)

12 Best Hotels in Istanbul ASIAN SIDE (Updated → 2025)

16 April 2025 by Serhat Engul

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Although the Asian side is not as popular as Sultanahmet and Taksim, it is developing every year. In this article you can find a list of the best hotels in the Asian Side of Istanbul. I also take the customer reviews and comments on websites such as Tripadvisor and Booking.com into consideration while I make these lists. Therefore, the lists consists of the most preferred … [Read more...] about 12 Best Hotels in Istanbul ASIAN SIDE (Updated → 2025)

12 Best Hotels to Stay in Sultanahmet (Updated → 2025)

16 April 2025 by Serhat Engul

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The best hotels to stay in Sultanahmet are the stylish boutique hotels that were created by restoring historical buildings. Since Sultanahmet was the center of empires during the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman periods, it has priceless historical artifacts. For this reason, you can see the reflections of this deep-rooted history in Sultanahmet hotels. If you stay in … [Read more...] about 12 Best Hotels to Stay in Sultanahmet (Updated → 2025)

12 Best Hotels to Stay in Taksim, Istanbul (Updated 2025)

16 April 2025 by Serhat Engul

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Taksim Square and the surrounding neighborhoods have some of the best hotels in Istanbul. Beyoglu district (aka Taksim) with a lively social life is one of the best places to stay in Istanbul. Beyoglu is a district that includes Taksim Square, Istiklal Street, Pera, Galata, Cihangir and Karakoy. There are many historical monuments to visit in Beyoglu, as well as lively … [Read more...] about 12 Best Hotels to Stay in Taksim, Istanbul (Updated 2025)

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blankHello, I'm Serhat Engul, a licensed tour guide in Istanbul. I lead private walking tours focused on the city's Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman history.

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Istanbul Clues is a digital travel guide to Istanbul, written by Serhat Engul. It covers the city’s history, museums, neighborhoods, transportation, and places to eat.

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Questions from Serhat’s walking tours help shape the subjects covered here. Learn more about the author.

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Serhat Engul is a licensed tourist guide (Ministry of Culture and Tourism license no. 003660), registered with the Istanbul Tourist Guides Chamber (İRO), which is a member of TUREB.

For travel arrangements outside his guiding services, Serhat may refer guests to Reborn Travel Agency (TÜRSAB license no. 5128).

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