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Shining Star Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Basilica Cistern

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Interior detail
Building design
Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Restaurant
Reception
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Sengül Hamami Sk. 3, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110
  • Popular LocationHagia Sophia6 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlue Mosque12 min walk
  • Popular LocationTopkapi Palace14 min walk
  • AirportIstanbul (IST)55 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Dec 31, 2023
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Room options

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Superior Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Superior Double Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Business Twin Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Business Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Exclusive Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Room

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Located in Istanbul, Shining Star Hotel is in the city center. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Blue Mosque and Galata Tower. Istanbul Buyuksehir Belediyesi Kultur sanat Hizmetleri and Pierre Loti Tepesi are also worth visiting. Guests appreciate the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
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What's nearby

  • Sultanahmet Square - 5 min walk
  • Hagia Sophia - 6 min walk
  • Grand Bazaar - 9 min walk
  • Blue Mosque - 12 min walk
  • Topkapi Palace - 14 min walk

Getting around

  • Gulhane Station - 3 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 6 min walk
  • Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Köşk Kebap Dürüm Evi - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Foodie-Ist Restaurant-Brasserie - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Must Turkish Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Arden City Hotel Teloscopic Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Otantik Kebab Huqqa - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Shining Star Hotel

Hotel near Grand Bazaar
A short walk from Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, Shining Star Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An elevator, a reception hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A front-desk safe and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Shining Star Hotel boast comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers, hair dryers, and toothbrushes and toothpaste
  • Electric kettles, daily housekeeping, and phones

Languages

English, Turkish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • Built in 2022
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

SHINING STAR HOTEL Hotel
SHINING STAR HOTEL Istanbul
SHINING STAR HOTEL Hotel Istanbul

Frequently asked questions

Is Shining Star Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shining Star Hotel?

As of Jun 10, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shining Star Hotel on Jun 11, 2024 start from $111.47, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Shining Star Hotel?

Shining Star Hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Shining Star Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Shining Star Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Shining Star Hotel located?

Located in Istanbul City Center, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Basilica Cistern and Sultanahmet Square. Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar are also within 10 minutes. Gulhane Station and Sultanahmet Station are within a 5-minute walk.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 70 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

waheed

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall very pleasant and friendly service. Great location with main attractions mins away
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous experience darling...
Ideal location right in the centre. lovely helpful staff - keep up the excellent work.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Shabana Naaz

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sold a lie, photo and description of the hotel did not match the actual hotel. Key points to be noted 1. No Ac, 2. No laundry service 3. No iron provided. 4. Staines on sheet, probably not changed 5. Very dusty, if have dust allergy or asthma Avoid, 6. Rude staff x2 7. Qulc to ask for a tip. Spoit my holiday. I had to change my hotel. Issues: Due change hotel Had to pay double for my airport transfers as it was pre booked and holidays extra didnt allow change Cost me £50 and lost out my £73 and pre paid. Paid uber taxi got over charged to move hotel 200 lira. Had to walk 2dk which is about 1 mile (I think) This all happened due to a lie expedia and the shining hotel sold. Horrific experience. To top it up had my lil one 3 suitcase and 2 hand luggage. Horrible,Horrific, Avoid
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. Not only was the staff incredibly friendly and helpful, but the hotel itself was extremely clean and offered a great breakfast. The location was also perfect for sightseeing being close to many attractions. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Asfordby Hill

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is ideally situated close to Istanbul's main historical sites.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vilma

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just came off a cruise ship and we’re looking for a quiet hotel near tourist attractions. This is the place. They have double pane windows and the place was extremely quiet. It’s a small hotel, but it’s completely been redone with beautiful modern finishes. The hotel faces a side street and is away from the big street noise. We only intended to stay one night, then look for a different hotel, part of our preplanning. After our first night, we quickly realized that we wanted to stay here for the next two days until we flew back home. The staff was very accommodating. Although the hotel was booked, they somehow managed to get us into another room, which was super quiet as well. Every room in this place appears to be modern, quiet and peaceful. We stayed here for a total of three nights. They had a very nice Turkish breakfast daily. Lastly, I can’t say how friendly and accommodating the hotel staff were. They were able to give us directions, recommendations, and really made us fill part of their hotel family during our stay. They arranged for a taxi to the airport for us also.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nawar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern and very clean hotel very close to all the tourist attractions in Sultanahmet yet in a very quiet side road. Rooms are a good size and very clean. Very good breakfast selection. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly especially Gunaydin, Serhat, Emre, Yusuf and Ercan. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023