Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus & Spa in Istanbul offers a peaceful haven with an indoor pool, sauna, garden views, two restaurants, and a coffee shop. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, hair salon services, and a helpful concierge to explore nearby Istiklal Avenue.
Located in Taksim neighborhood, Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus & Spa is connected to a rail/subway station. Kadıköy Port and Ataköy Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bosphorus and Florya Beach. Check out an event or a game at Rams Park, and consider making time for Istanbul Expo Center, a top attraction not to be missed. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
Close to Istiklal Avenue and Galataport, Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus & Spa provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Be sure to enjoy breakfast and dinner at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a hair salon and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this hotel include:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and massage treatment rooms
A banquet hall, luggage storage, and a porter/bellhop
A front-desk safe, concierge services, and 2 meeting rooms
Room features
All 118 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs.
24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Food and drink
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: TRY 350 for adults and TRY 350 for children
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of TRY 100; reservation required
Restaurants on site
AQUA
DION
Family friendly
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
2 meeting rooms
24-hour business center
Outdoors
Garden
Terrace
Spa
3 treatment rooms
Sports massages
Swedish massages
Thai massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Accessible airport shuttle
Elevator
Hardwood flooring in room
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1 building
7 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Fireplace in lobby
Reception hall
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
23-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Minibar
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Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Heating
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for TRY 30.0 per day
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately TRY 350 for adults and TRY 350 for children
Airport shuttle fee: TRY 2500 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
Rollaway bed fee: TRY 30.0 per day
Hosted evening meal: TRY 100
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 9040
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 5 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or hot tub, and guests under 13 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and hot tub with adult supervision
Property is also known as
Grand Hotel Star
Grand Star Hotel
Grand Star Istanbul
Hotel Grand Star
Hotel Grand Star Istanbul
Star Grand Hotel
Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus Istanbul
Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus
Grand Star Bosphorus Istanbul
Grand Star Bosphorus
Grand Star Istanbul
Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus
Star Bosphorus & Spa Istanbul
Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus Spa
Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus & Spa Hotel
Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus & Spa Istanbul
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Frequently asked questions
Is Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus & Spa pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus & Spa doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus & Spa?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus & Spa?
Check-out is at 11:30 AM.
Does Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of TRY 2500 per vehicle applies.
Where is Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus & Spa located?
Located in Taksim, this hotel is steps from Istiklal Avenue and Taksim Square. Bosphorus and Galataport are also within 15 minutes. Taksim Station is only a 2-minute walk and Findikli Station is 9 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Grand Star Hotel Bosphorus & Spa Reviews
5.4
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Acceptable service and breakfast, reception with Persian and English conversation skills and good guidance and assistance, recommendable hotel considering the price
Breakfast is very basic and just cold food. Very little choice . Lifts are an issue. Only one small lift which is always packed. Location good, but house keeping rubbish. Not as advertised.
Mohamed
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Hanan
2025/5/5
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I was in an underground room, the stay was nice and the staff was welcoming and gentle. I had a problem with the smell in the bathroom.
Hanan
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Amin
2025/10/12
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location, but they gave me the worst room.
I had to pass a long way, more than 40 steps maybe, and then by the end of a hallway, very tiny elevator to -2 floor!
Was a bit difficult and time wasting each time going in and out of the room
Be careful. It is not 4 stars hotel. It is maximum 2 stars hotel. So noisy, can’t find normal internet in the room and all elevators are broken. No one help us for exit. Shame on them…
They remove coffee from our hands after breakfast time ends, without permission! In addition a staff name Amareye was shouting on kids and us because they were swimming and shouted when we told her we will report this. Management didnt do anything about this, it was my 6th visit to this Hotel and its now over i will not book again and i dont recommend at all due to their staff behavior
Looked like a warzone. Dirty. Very deceptive. My children were rejected from the pool because of their age. My reservation clearly stated that children above 5 years are allowed and below 13 need a parent to watch them. The next morning they said that it was a 18+ years plus pool. They couldn't provide any info on where it stated that kids are not allowed. Elevators not working. Looked like a building site. Torches on the roof. Not safe.
The place was filthy. We didn't even stay there.
We were itchy after trying to have a nap.
Clearly bed bugs. And pretty sure they are aware of it . Absolutely disgusting.
Horrible Experience – Stay Away!
I recently stayed at Grand Star Hotel, and it was one of the worst experiences I've ever had. The room was absolutely filthy—dust everywhere, stained sheets, and a terrible smell that made it unbearable to stay in. The bathroom was even worse, with mold in the shower, dirty towels, and clogged drains.
The staff was just as bad except one lady called ELANOR. They were rude, unhelpful, and completely indifferent to any complaints. you need to call the reception 100 times and they don't take any action.
29/1/2025
Such an experience never again.
We had extremely poor service from the Manager and his staff.
1.When we first checked in around 2 pm and went into our room, we wanted to have a hot cup of tea. There was tea bags, sugar and powder milk but no tea cups or saucers. We called the reception but was told that the kitchen was closed.
2. The TV had not a single channel working. When we rang the reception, we were told they would send someone to fix it. The next day a technician came but was unable to fix it. Then on the third day the Manager came with another technician. They were able to fix one local news channel in English. The same evening when we returned to our room, that single English Channel was not working. We told the Manager and he said he will have it fixed again but till the date we checked out the TV was not fixed.
3. On the third afternoon of our stay, I was on the lift to come up to our floor. When I got to the 7th floor of our room, the lift would not open. I was stuck inside the lift for 15 minutes frantically pressing the alarm button but no one came to help. Then a customer on the ground floor pressed for the lift, it then started to go down and it then the lift opened.
It was a terrifying experience.
4. On the third day, we went down for breakfast at 9.15am ( it normally close at 10am).. There was no milk for our tea and when we asked for milk, we were told that it had finished. We complained to the Manager, he said sorry, no milk.
Die ersten Zimmer eine Katastrophe.
Duschtür, Nachtlicht, Duschkopf kaputt. Wände voller Flecken. Tapete klebte auch nicht richtig.
Kissenbezug mit Löchern.
Kakerlaken aus der Dusche.
Man hört jedes Wort der Nachbarzimmer.
Baustelle vorm Fenster.
Die Fotos der website entdprechen nicht diesem Hotel.
Nach Beschwerde, auch über die Nachbarn haben wir neue Zimmer bekommen.
Unten wie oben Schimmel im Bad.
Flecken auf Tapete und Boden.
Das wasser roch nach chlor.
Wellnessbereich war nicht vorhanden, bis märz in Baustelle stand an der Tür. Keine Ahnung wie lange das dauern wird.
Konnten die uns auch nicht sagen.
Das war der grund wieso wir dieses hotel gewählt haben, ausser der pool kostet alles extra.wenn es nur vorhanden wäre.
Alle Fenster waren undicht und nicht schallisoliert, man hat alles gehört die lauten hupen sirenen schreiende Leute alles eine Katastrophe.
Frühstück war nichts für uns, wir haben jeden tag draußen gegessen.
Personal sehr nett, Betten waren gut.
Das wars auch.
Am besten außerhalb einen hotel mieten und zur besuch nach taksim kommen.
Nächstes mal würde ich ein appartement mieten.
In my booking details, there is a service for keeping luggage, but they said they don’t have any spaces for it.. it is so bad!! So i needed to carry luggage to 8:00 pm my bus time after checking out!!
Hôtel médiocre, ne peut pas être un 4 étoiles. On était au 9eme étage avec un seul ascenseur les 2 autres ascenseurs ne fonctionnent pas. C’était infernal!!
Attente énorme devant un petit ascenseur. La femme de broyage ne vient pas chaque jour. Même si on réclame la réception ne fait rien.
Petit dej médiocre. Je ne reviens plus et le déconseille.
-2. katta verdikleri odada, internet çekmiyordu. Yapmaya çalıştılar ama yapamadılar. -3. katta başka bir oda vermeye kalktılar fakat izbe ve karanlık bir yer ayrıca sorumlu kişi CANER diye birisi, odayı gösterip çekip gitti. Ne anahtar verdi ne de eşyalarımızı alıp yeni odaya geçmemizde bize eşlik etmedi.Odaya geldiğimizde koridorda karanlıkta kalakaldık. Anahtar almak için Resepsiyona çıktığımızda neden bize eşlik etmediğini sorduğumuzda, onun işi olmadığını ve buraya gelip kendimizin anahtarı almamız gerektiğini söyledi. Tartışma çıkarttı,sesini yükseltti ve utanmadan tehtitler savurdu. Bu şikayetimizi otel müdürü Erdem beye de ilettik.Yani personel konusunda otel berbat ne yazıkki. Hiç iyi bir deneyim olmadı bizim için. Bir daha tercihte etmem.