The hotels at a glance
| Hotel | Area | Price level | Worth knowing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melek Hotels Moda | Moda | € | From about €63 on an aggregator |
| Dila Hotel | Kadıköy | € | From about €72 on an aggregator |
| Kuzen Otel | Pedestrian street south of the pier | €€ | Charming 12-room hotel |
| Riva's Moda | Moda, near the water | €€ | Suite-based business hotel |
| Hotel Kadıköy Rıhtım | Rıhtım Caddesi, 45 rooms | €€ | From about €130 on an aggregator; breakfast extra; 12 minutes on foot from the pier |
Why stay in Kadıköy
The advantages. Market, local restaurants, bars and the Moda promenade, at often gentler prices. The limits. The big monuments are on the other side: allow 20 to 30 minutes by ferry from Eminönü or Karaköy, and a bit more coming back in the evening. See Kadıköy and Moda.
Transport, noise, safety
Ferries leave Kadıköy pier all day. The M4 metro links Kadıköy to Sabiha Gökçen airport: see Sabiha Gökçen to the centre. The pedestrian streets are lively in the evening: ask for a courtyard room. The district is lively and familiar to locals; usual precautions are enough.
Which hotel to choose?
- Small budget: the Melek Hotels Moda or the Dila Hotel.
- Charm: the Kuzen Otel, close to the pier.
- Seafront: the Riva's Moda.
- More spacious rooms: the Hotel Kadıköy Rıhtım.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kadıköy a good choice for a first stay? Rather for a second stay or to live like a local; for a first stay, Sultanahmet or Beyoğlu are more practical.
How much does a hotel cost? About €63 to €135 a night in the aggregator snapshots; check your dates.
Where to eat? See the Kadıköy food tour.
Going further
Read where to stay in Istanbul on a small budget and where to stay in Istanbul.
