Istanbul Modern Residence hotel offers proximity to the 400-year-old New Mosque, situated nearly a 25-minute walk away. There is also a car park.

This Istanbul hotel stands in Cihangir with many narrow streets, two parks, and many street cafes especially in-and-around Akarsu Yokuşu Sokağı, 2.9 km from the religious sites like the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum. Ciragan Palace Kempinski in Istanbul is around a 10-minute ride from the Istanbul Modern. Guests might as well visit Taksim Gezi Park, which is merely 500 metres away. Also, Republic Monument lies only 1.2 km away, while Taksim underground station is just near this Istanbul hotel. The accommodation is located within 25 minutes' walk of Sirkeci train station, while Findikli bus stop is about a 5-minute stroll away.

A few steps from the Istanbul Modern, Izaka Restaurant serves Mediterranean meals.