The “Sunken Palace” is one of the most striking remnants of Byzantine Constantinople and is the largest of hundreds of ancient underground reservoirs in Istanbul.

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Blue House Hotel

Sultanahmet

CA $560

per person

Mar 25 - Mar 31

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Roundtrip flight included

Beirut (BEY) to Istanbul (IST)

8.6/10 Excellent! (288 reviews)

yes fresh breakfast menu, good cool and cleanilessness

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Sultanahmet

CA $886

per person

Mar 25 - Mar 31

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Beirut (BEY) to Istanbul (IST)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (605 reviews)

Location is perfect Breakfast is rich with lots of varieties Staff is friendly Room is spacious and comfortable

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2026

Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel

Sultanahmet

CA $927

per person

Mar 25 - Mar 31

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Beirut (BEY) to Istanbul (IST)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

Courteous front desk staff, bell boy, restaurant staff. Very nice hotel With excellent breakfast and rooftop restaurant.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

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Reviews of Basilica Cistern

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A routine piece of engineering looks beautiful in its way.

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