The Komana Binbirdirek
5 stars
Built directly atop a historic 1500-year-old cistern in Sultanahmet, The Komana Binbirdirek seamlessly blends antiquity with ultra-modern smart luxury. This intimate 13-room boutique hotel delights guests with tech-savvy rooms, world-class personalized service, and a rooftop restaurant boasting unrivaled views of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.
When is the cheapest time to book The Komana Binbirdirek?
Across 7,590 tracked price checks, the cheapest booking window for The Komana Binbirdirek has been 0–1 days before check-in, at a $279 median per night. The observed median nightly rate is $259. The lowest nightly median over the next year is $220, around November 9.
| Date | Median | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 6, 2026 | $230 | $226 - $277 |
| Nov 7, 2026 | $306 | $305 - $336 |
| Nov 8, 2026 | $226 | $216 - $256 |
| Nov 9, 2026 | $220 | $204 - $249 |
| Nov 10, 2026 | $227 | $216 - $249 |
| Nov 11, 2026 | $239 | $227 - $249 |
| Nov 12, 2026 | $227 | $216 - $249 |
| Nov 13, 2026 | $242 | $227 - $268 |
| Nov 14, 2026 | $227 | $216 - $249 |
| Nov 15, 2026 | $227 | $216 - $249 |
| Nov 16, 2026 | $220 | $204 - $268 |
| Nov 17, 2026 | $247 | $229 - $249 |
| Nov 18, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $249 |
| Nov 19, 2026 | $226 | $216 - $249 |
| Nov 20, 2026 | $220 | $204 - $249 |
| Nov 21, 2026 | $220 | $204 - $249 |
| Nov 22, 2026 | $220 | $204 - $249 |
| Nov 23, 2026 | $220 | $204 - $249 |
| Nov 24, 2026 | $227 | $216 - $249 |
| Nov 25, 2026 | $260 | $227 - $268 |
| Nov 26, 2026 | $268 | $227 - $283 |
| Nov 27, 2026 | $227 | $216 - $249 |
| Nov 28, 2026 | $220 | $204 - $249 |
| Nov 29, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $249 |
| Nov 30, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $249 |
| Dec 1, 2026 | $227 | $216 - $249 |
| Dec 2, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $249 |
| Dec 3, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $249 |
| Dec 4, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $268 |
| Dec 5, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $268 |
| Dec 6, 2026 | $220 | $204 - $268 |
| Dec 7, 2026 | $220 | $205 - $269 |
| Dec 8, 2026 | $220 | $204 - $249 |
| Dec 9, 2026 | $227 | $217 - $269 |
| Dec 10, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $268 |
| Dec 11, 2026 | $227 | $219 - $269 |
| Dec 12, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $268 |
| Dec 13, 2026 | $227 | $219 - $250 |
| Dec 14, 2026 | $237 | $222 - $256 |
| Dec 15, 2026 | $238 | $221 - $250 |
| Dec 16, 2026 | $237 | $224 - $249 |
| Dec 17, 2026 | $250 | $227 - $250 |
| Dec 18, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $249 |
| Dec 19, 2026 | $227 | $219 - $250 |
| Dec 20, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $249 |
| Dec 21, 2026 | $227 | $219 - $250 |
| Dec 22, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $268 |
| Dec 23, 2026 | $227 | $219 - $269 |
| Dec 24, 2026 | $227 | $220 - $269 |
| Dec 25, 2026 | $235 | $216 - $269 |
| Dec 26, 2026 | $292 | $269 - $460 |
| Dec 27, 2026 | $493 | $463 - $591 |
| Dec 28, 2026 | $473 | $441 - $478 |
| Dec 29, 2026 | $476 | $443 - $512 |
| Dec 30, 2026 | $443 | $416 - $452 |
| Dec 31, 2026 | $476 | $450 - $512 |
| Jan 1, 2027 | $264 | $247 - $283 |
| Jan 2, 2027 | $262 | $248 - $285 |
| Jan 3, 2027 | $264 | $201 - $283 |
| Jan 4, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $285 |
| Jan 5, 2027 | $236 | $201 - $268 |
| Jan 6, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $285 |
| Jan 7, 2027 | $236 | $201 - $268 |
| Jan 8, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $270 |
| Jan 9, 2027 | $236 | $201 - $249 |
| Jan 10, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $270 |
| Jan 11, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $249 |
| Jan 12, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $270 |
| Jan 13, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $249 |
| Jan 14, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Jan 15, 2027 | $249 | $201 - $249 |
| Jan 16, 2027 | $249 | $200 - $250 |
| Jan 17, 2027 | $249 | $201 - $249 |
| Jan 18, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Jan 19, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $256 |
| Jan 20, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $269 |
| Jan 21, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $268 |
| Jan 22, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Jan 23, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $249 |
| Jan 24, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Jan 25, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $268 |
| Jan 26, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $269 |
| Jan 27, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $268 |
| Jan 28, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Jan 29, 2027 | $249 | $201 - $249 |
| Jan 30, 2027 | $249 | $200 - $250 |
| Jan 31, 2027 | $249 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 1, 2027 | $238 | $192 - $250 |
| Feb 2, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 3, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Feb 4, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 5, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Feb 6, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $256 |
| Feb 7, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Feb 8, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 9, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Feb 10, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 11, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Feb 12, 2027 | $239 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 13, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Feb 14, 2027 | $238 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 15, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $257 |
| Feb 16, 2027 | $238 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 17, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Feb 18, 2027 | $238 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 19, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Feb 20, 2027 | $238 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 21, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Feb 22, 2027 | $238 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 23, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Feb 24, 2027 | $238 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 25, 2027 | $238 | $200 - $250 |
| Feb 26, 2027 | $238 | $201 - $249 |
| Feb 27, 2027 | $249 | $200 - $250 |
| Feb 28, 2027 | $249 | $201 - $249 |
| Mar 1, 2027 | $249 | $227 - $250 |
| Mar 2, 2027 | $249 | $227 - $249 |
| Mar 3, 2027 | $249 | $227 - $250 |
| Mar 4, 2027 | $249 | $227 - $249 |
| Mar 5, 2027 | $253 | $227 - $257 |
| Mar 6, 2027 | $238 | $223 - $249 |
| Mar 7, 2027 | $238 | $222 - $250 |
| Mar 8, 2027 | $238 | $224 - $249 |
| Mar 9, 2027 | $238 | $221 - $269 |
| Mar 10, 2027 | $238 | $223 - $268 |
| Mar 11, 2027 | $238 | $222 - $269 |
| Mar 12, 2027 | $238 | $222 - $268 |
| Mar 13, 2027 | $238 | $221 - $250 |
| Mar 14, 2027 | $238 | $223 - $256 |
| Mar 15, 2027 | $238 | $221 - $250 |
| Mar 16, 2027 | $238 | $223 - $249 |
| Mar 17, 2027 | $238 | $222 - $250 |
| Mar 18, 2027 | $249 | $229 - $249 |
| Mar 19, 2027 | $250 | $227 - $250 |
| Mar 20, 2027 | $238 | $222 - $249 |
| Mar 21, 2027 | $238 | $221 - $250 |
| Mar 22, 2027 | $238 | $223 - $249 |
| Mar 23, 2027 | $238 | $224 - $257 |
| Mar 24, 2027 | $238 | $223 - $249 |
| Mar 25, 2027 | $250 | $227 - $250 |
| Mar 26, 2027 | $310 | $229 - $452 |
| Mar 27, 2027 | $310 | $227 - $469 |
| Mar 28, 2027 | $298 | $229 - $308 |
| Mar 29, 2027 | $283 | $227 - $309 |
| Mar 30, 2027 | $283 | $229 - $288 |
| Mar 31, 2027 | $283 | $227 - $289 |
| Apr 1, 2027 | $283 | $264 - $297 |
| Apr 2, 2027 | $283 | $263 - $289 |
| Apr 3, 2027 | $283 | $263 - $288 |
| Apr 4, 2027 | $283 | $258 - $289 |
| Apr 5, 2027 | $283 | $268 - $288 |
| Apr 6, 2027 | $283 | $263 - $289 |
| Apr 7, 2027 | $283 | $264 - $288 |
| Apr 8, 2027 | $283 | $262 - $289 |
| Apr 9, 2027 | $283 | $263 - $288 |
| Apr 10, 2027 | $283 | $263 - $298 |
| Apr 11, 2027 | $283 | $263 - $288 |
| Apr 12, 2027 | $283 | $262 - $289 |
| Apr 13, 2027 | $283 | $264 - $288 |
| Apr 14, 2027 | $283 | $263 - $289 |
| Apr 15, 2027 | $283 | $263 - $288 |
| Apr 16, 2027 | $268 | $248 - $276 |
| Apr 17, 2027 | $268 | $247 - $275 |
| Apr 18, 2027 | $268 | $249 - $276 |
| Apr 19, 2027 | $268 | $249 - $284 |
| Apr 20, 2027 | $268 | $249 - $276 |
| Apr 21, 2027 | $268 | $249 - $275 |
| Apr 22, 2027 | $268 | $249 - $276 |
| Apr 23, 2027 | $268 | $249 - $295 |
| Apr 24, 2027 | $268 | $252 - $295 |
| Apr 25, 2027 | $268 | $250 - $295 |
| Apr 26, 2027 | $268 | $248 - $295 |
| Apr 27, 2027 | $268 | $249 - $275 |
| Apr 28, 2027 | $268 | $249 - $284 |
| Apr 29, 2027 | $268 | $249 - $275 |
| Apr 30, 2027 | $268 | $248 - $276 |
| May 1, 2027 | $283 | $264 - $288 |
| May 2, 2027 | $288 | $267 - $289 |
| May 3, 2027 | $308 | $276 - $308 |
| May 4, 2027 | $289 | $267 - $289 |
| May 5, 2027 | $288 | $271 - $295 |
| May 6, 2027 | $287 | $260 - $292 |
| May 7, 2027 | $296 | $263 - $298 |
| May 8, 2027 | $287 | $266 - $288 |
| May 9, 2027 | $292 | $260 - $299 |
| May 10, 2027 | $287 | $263 - $289 |
| May 11, 2027 | $288 | $264 - $288 |
| May 12, 2027 | $288 | $260 - $292 |
| May 13, 2027 | $288 | $262 - $289 |
| May 14, 2027 | $288 | $281 - $299 |
| May 15, 2027 | $287 | $262 - $292 |
| May 16, 2027 | $289 | $262 - $297 |
| May 17, 2027 | $288 | $265 - $297 |
| May 18, 2027 | $288 | $261 - $292 |
| May 19, 2027 | $315 | $267 - $335 |
| May 20, 2027 | $314 | $271 - $334 |
| May 21, 2027 | $315 | $263 - $339 |
| May 22, 2027 | $315 | $267 - $335 |
| May 23, 2027 | $288 | $264 - $296 |
| May 24, 2027 | $292 | $260 - $298 |
| May 25, 2027 | $298 | $267 - $298 |
| May 26, 2027 | $287 | $264 - $288 |
| May 27, 2027 | $308 | $260 - $312 |
| May 28, 2027 | $308 | $267 - $309 |
| May 29, 2027 | $301 | $271 - $308 |
| May 30, 2027 | $307 | $261 - $312 |
| May 31, 2027 | $300 | $262 - $309 |
| Jun 1, 2027 | $275 | $230 - $275 |
| Jun 2, 2027 | $284 | $223 - $299 |
| Jun 3, 2027 | $284 | $227 - $284 |
| Jun 4, 2027 | $275 | $230 - $283 |
| Jun 5, 2027 | $275 | $223 - $279 |
| Jun 6, 2027 | $274 | $227 - $276 |
| Jun 7, 2027 | $275 | $230 - $283 |
| Jun 8, 2027 | $275 | $223 - $279 |
| Jun 9, 2027 | $276 | $227 - $276 |
| Jun 10, 2027 | $275 | $230 - $275 |
| Jun 11, 2027 | $313 | $223 - $315 |
| Jun 12, 2027 | $293 | $227 - $311 |
| Jun 13, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $314 |
| Jun 14, 2027 | $313 | $223 - $315 |
| Jun 15, 2027 | $311 | $227 - $315 |
| Jun 16, 2027 | $303 | $230 - $314 |
| Jun 17, 2027 | $313 | $223 - $315 |
| Jun 18, 2027 | $311 | $227 - $315 |
| Jun 19, 2027 | $303 | $230 - $314 |
| Jun 20, 2027 | $313 | $223 - $334 |
| Jun 21, 2027 | $295 | $227 - $311 |
| Jun 22, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $320 |
| Jun 23, 2027 | $313 | $223 - $336 |
| Jun 24, 2027 | $311 | $227 - $315 |
| Jun 25, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $314 |
| Jun 26, 2027 | $313 | $223 - $315 |
| Jun 27, 2027 | $311 | $227 - $315 |
| Jun 28, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $314 |
| Jun 29, 2027 | $313 | $233 - $315 |
| Jun 30, 2027 | $311 | $227 - $315 |
| Jul 1, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $322 |
| Jul 2, 2027 | $313 | $223 - $323 |
| Jul 3, 2027 | $311 | $227 - $323 |
| Jul 4, 2027 | $303 | $230 - $322 |
| Jul 5, 2027 | $313 | $223 - $323 |
| Jul 6, 2027 | $311 | $227 - $323 |
| Jul 7, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $322 |
| Jul 8, 2027 | $313 | $223 - $323 |
| Jul 9, 2027 | $311 | $227 - $323 |
| Jul 10, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $322 |
| Jul 11, 2027 | $313 | $223 - $323 |
| Jul 12, 2027 | $311 | $227 - $323 |
| Jul 13, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $322 |
| Jul 14, 2027 | $313 | $225 - $323 |
| Jul 15, 2027 | $292 | $227 - $311 |
| Jul 16, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $322 |
| Jul 17, 2027 | $313 | $235 - $323 |
| Jul 18, 2027 | $295 | $227 - $311 |
| Jul 19, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $322 |
| Jul 20, 2027 | $313 | $225 - $323 |
| Jul 21, 2027 | $311 | $227 - $323 |
| Jul 22, 2027 | $303 | $230 - $322 |
| Jul 23, 2027 | $313 | $225 - $323 |
| Jul 24, 2027 | $295 | $227 - $311 |
| Jul 25, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $322 |
| Jul 26, 2027 | $313 | $225 - $323 |
| Jul 27, 2027 | $311 | $227 - $323 |
| Jul 28, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $322 |
| Jul 29, 2027 | $313 | $225 - $323 |
| Jul 30, 2027 | $311 | $227 - $323 |
| Jul 31, 2027 | $310 | $230 - $322 |
| Aug 1, 2027 | $323 | $264 - $332 |
| Aug 2, 2027 | $323 | $267 - $328 |
| Aug 3, 2027 | $322 | $271 - $327 |
| Aug 4, 2027 | $323 | $264 - $332 |
| Aug 5, 2027 | $323 | $267 - $338 |
Observed sample summaries are historical price observations, not guaranteed availability.
Our review
Overall ratingA-
The Komana Binbirdirek is an intimate 13-room luxury boutique hotel built directly atop a 1,500-year-old ancient cistern in the heart of Istanbul's Sultanahmet district. Reviewers consistently praise its seamless blend of historic charm and smart-home technology, alongside its exceptional personalized service. Guests are particularly captivated by the stunning panoramic views of the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia from the rooftop terrace.
Best for
- Design and Tech Enthusiasts — The hotel features stylish interiors reminiscent of Philippe Starck's work, paired with advanced smart-home systems to control lighting, climate, and curtains.
- Romantic Couples — The intimate boutique setting, fine rooftop dining at sunset, and thoughtful in-room evening treats create an ideal atmosphere for a romantic getaway.
- Sightseers Seeking Convenience — Located just minutes from major landmarks with a 100/100 walkability score, it is perfect for travellers wanting to explore historic Istanbul on foot.
Not ideal for
- Travellers with Heavy Luggage — Standard rooms are relatively compact with limited wardrobe shelving, which may feel cramped during longer stays.
- Resort Seekers — Due to its intimate boutique scale, the hotel lacks a swimming pool, spa complex, fitness center, or extensive grounds.
Rating breakdown
- A+Location — Situated on a quiet street just a 2-to-5-minute walk from major landmarks and 50 metres from the tram.
- A-Rooms — Impeccably clean and equipped with smart-home tech, though standard rooms are compact with minor wardrobe layout issues.
- AService — Highly personalized care featuring WhatsApp communication, custom excursion planning, and golf cart rides.
- A+Dining — Exceptional à la carte breakfasts and a sophisticated rooftop restaurant with an alcohol license and landmark views.
- B+Facilities — Features a unique underground cistern art space and wine cellar, but lacks a spa or fitness center.
- A-Value — Pricing reflects the premium luxury segment, but guests agree the high-end service and comfort justify the cost.
Verdict
This hotel is a premier choice for design lovers and couples seeking high-end, personalized service within walking distance of Istanbul's historic icons. It is not recommended for those requiring extensive resort amenities like a spa or pool, or those who need spacious rooms for heavy luggage.
0–1 days in advance
Across observed booking windows, median prices range from $279 to $283. The spread is modest, so treat this as a directional signal rather than a strict rule.
Booking window medians
7,590 price checks - high confidenceCompared with Istanbul
Its observed median is 3% above the Istanbul city median.
See the Istanbul timing chartFrequently asked questions
How much does The Komana Binbirdirek cost per night?
Observed nightly medians for The Komana Binbirdirek center on $259, ranging from $220 on the cheapest dates to $493 at the peak.
Is The Komana Binbirdirek cheaper last-minute or in advance?
Neither clearly wins: the 31–60 days median of $283 and the 0–1 days median of $279 differ by less than 5%.
Is The Komana Binbirdirek cheaper on weekdays than on weekends?
The day of the week barely moves the price: the Sunday–Thursday median of $283 and the Friday–Saturday median of $283 differ by less than 5%. The cheapest check-in day has been Sunday.
What is the cheapest time of year to stay at The Komana Binbirdirek?
Over the next year, November looks cheapest with nightly medians around $227, while September peaks at around $339.
When is The Komana Binbirdirek most expensive?
The highest nightly median observed over the next year is $493, around December 27. By booking window, prices peak at a $283 median when booked 15–30 days before check-in.
How does The Komana Binbirdirek compare with Istanbul hotel prices?
Its $259 observed median sits within 5% of the Istanbul city median of $251 — about average for the city.
Istanbul
Binbirdirek, Isilti Sk. No: 6, Fatih, Istanbul, 34122, Turkey