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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Armagrandi Spina Hotel - Special Class

Istanbul City Center

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Jul. 28 - Aug. 4

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Montreal (YUL) to Istanbul (IST)

8.6/10 Excellent! (65 reviews)

Staff at the main desk were very helpful, booked a lot of tours for me, helped me with navigating around the area. Cleaners also did a great job everyday. Hotel is placed in the perfect location with great views of Hagia Sohia and the blue mosque, also have great views of the sea from the restaurant on the 6th floor. Overall my stay the the hotel for 5 nights was absolutely amazing.

Reviewed on Mar. 5, 2024

Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class

Istanbul City Center

per person

Jul. 28 - Aug. 3

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Toronto (YYZ) to Istanbul (IST)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,533 reviews)

best hotel with best service

Reviewed on May 26, 2024

GLK PREMIER The Home Suites & Spa - Boutique Class

Istanbul City Center

per person

Jul. 28 - Aug. 4

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Montreal (YUL) to Istanbul (IST)

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)

Great property in the heart of Sultan Ahmet district. Clean rooms, great staff, steps from little St. Sophia and the actual aya Sophia and Sultan Ahmet Mosque. Would recommend. Breakfast included.

Reviewed on May 24, 2024

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Reviews of Basilica Cistern

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Top destination

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nov. 20, 2019

A routine piece of engineering looks beautiful in its way.

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