We Love —
- Staying in the heart of the city, in the popular Beyoglu district and recharging your batteries in a comfortable and chic guestroom.
- Treating yourself to a moment of well-being at the spa before delighting your taste buds at the on-site restaurant.
- Discovering all of Istanbul's many hidden treasures, starting with the iconic Blue Mosque.
Customer reviews —
AKKA Lush Hotel Taksim 4* —
Just for you:
- Private airport/hotel/airport transfers included for flight-inclusive packages
Ensconse yourself in the heart of Istanbul in a handsome historic building dating back to 1850, ideally located in Beyoglu, just 200 metres from Istiklal Street, thanks to the Akka Lush Taksim 4* hotel. Enjoy its elegant and comfortable rooms, a variety of facilities dedicated to your well-being, exquisite service, and much more. If you're looking for the ideal accommodation experience for friends or family during your stay in Istanbul, look no further, explore Akka Lush!
Your room —
Just for you:
- A free basket of fresh fruit for stays in the Connected Family Suite
This offer is based on a stay in an upgraded Superior Room, an upgraded Deluxe Room or an upgraded Connected Family Suite.
Superior Room (18 m²)
This Superior Room combines comfort, luxury and modernity. It's a beautiful calm space in which you'll love spending time.
Maximum room capacity
Deluxe Room (20 m²)
Discover the spacious Deluxe Room, with incomparable design and wonderful view of the city.
Maximum room capacity
Connected Family Suite (47 m²)
To welcome your friends or family, this chic and comfortable Family Suite comprising two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms is just perfect!
Maximum room capacity
Your dining choices
This is a bed and breakfast stay.
Discover a restaurant with a view that takes in the bridge and the majestic Bosphorus, as well as Taksim Square. With a spacious indoor area and an open-air terrace, the Restaurant Teras is the perfect place to start your day with a memorable breakfast. After your day, if you're looking for somewhere to relax and sip your favourite drink, look no further than the Lobby Bar.
Your time
Just for you:
- Complimentary access to the Spa
- 15% discount on Spa treatments, per booking and per stay
After a busy day in Istanbul, treat yourself to a moment of calm and relaxation, by recharging your batteries at the Pasha Spa & Wellness Center. Immerse yourself in Turkish tradition with a Turkish bath and massages and unwind in the Finnish sauna.
Thanks to the ideal location of your Istanbul hotel, visit the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and get pleasantly lost in the Grand Bazaar. Explore the Bosphorus, Istiklal, and of course Beyoglu. Watch the sunset from the Galata Tower, savour delicious cuisine, and relax in the Turkish baths. Istanbul has an enriching adventure in store!
Your Optional Excursions —
Guided tour of the Basilica of Saint Sophia
Discover the Basilica of Saint Sophia in Istanbul on a 30-minute tour with an English-speaking guide. Visit the rest of the basilica at your own pace with your audioguide on your smartphone and discover the history of the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires.
Practical information:
- Type of visit: Guided tour
- Availability: Every day (except when the Basilica is exceptionally closed to the public)
- Guided: The first part of the tour is in English. The rest of the tour will be conducted with an audioguide available in French.
- Accessible to people with reduced mobility: no
- Transfers: not included
- Length of guided tour: 30 minutes (you may stay as long as you wish in the Basilica of Saint Sophia after the guided tour)
- Meeting point: Basilica of Saint Sophia, Istanbul
- Departure times: 10 am and 2 pm
- Maximum number of people: 20
Price includes:
- 30-minute guided tour in English
- Entrance ticket for the Basilica
- Access to an audio guide available in several languages from an app
The price does not include:
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
- Personal expenses
- Meals and drinks
- Anything not included in the "Price includes" section.
Evening dinner cruise on the Bosphorus
Enjoy an evening with dinner and entertainment aboard a cruise along the Bosphorus and admire the most beautiful panoramas of Istanbul at night.
Old City morning tour
From historical visits to local folklore, this tour takes you to four of Istanbul's most visited attractions in a single morning. Visit the magnificent Blue Mosque and discover Istanbul's ancient history at the Hippodrome, before visiting the Grand Bazaar.
Classic Istanbul Pass: Activities, public transport and discounts (7 days)
Discover Istanbul and its must-see sites and attractions. Enjoy 5 public transport journeys, a cruise along the Bosphorus, a guided tour of the Grand Bazaar and the spice market, as well as a digital guide in English so you don't miss anything throughout your stay.
The price includes:
- The Istanbul Welcome Card – Classic Pass
- The 105-minute Bosphorus cruise
- Guided walking tour to the Grand Bazaar and the spice market
- 20% discounts on many attractions
- The 5 journeys by public transport
- The digital guide
The price does not include:
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in 'The price includes'
- Any tips and personal expenses
- Anything not listed in 'price includes'
Your journey to Istanbul —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Istanbul —
With an incredibly rich history and a reputation as the last remaining outpost of the Roman Empire, Istanbul has a fascinating heritage that draws in travellers all year round.
Situated on the narrow strait between the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea, Istanbul has long been a bridge between Asia and Europe, both geographically and culturally. As the final stage on the legendary Silk Road, the cultural diversity of Istanbul is tangible to this day.
For a city with a fascinating history of 2500 years waiting to be explored, Istanbul also boasts cosmopolitan restaurants, bars and shops, cool boutique hotels and live music venues for those looking to be immersed in the fast-paced, modern lifestyle of Istanbul.