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Shining Star Hotel

Travelers start their day with a hearty breakfast at Shining Star Hotel before venturing out to Istanbul's historic sites with attentive service just steps away

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Shining Star Hotel in Istanbul's historic center offers practical comforts. Enjoy a warm breakfast buffet before visiting nearby Hagia Sophia. Stay connected with high-speed WiFi. The 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and concierge services make exploring easy.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NT$2,610
NT$2,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 18 - Feb 19

Room options

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

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

Exclusive Double Room

Highlights

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

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Connection Suite Room | Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Connection Suite Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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. Check out an event or a game at Ataturk Olympic Stadium, and consider making time for Istanbul Expo Center, a top attraction not to be missed. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Istanbul travel guide
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Sengül Hamami Sk. 3, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110

What's nearby

  • The Basilica Cistern, Istanbul, Turkey
    Basilica Cistern
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Scenic fountain at the Sultanahmet Square and the Hagia Sophia
    Sultanahmet Square
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Blue Mosque featuring heritage architecture, a mosque and religious elements
    Blue Mosque
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hagia Sophia
    Hagia Sophia
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Grand Bazaar
    Grand Bazaar
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Adamar Hotel
    2 min walk
  • Değirmencioğlu Restaurant
    2 min walk
  • EFEZÂDE
    2 min walk
  • Gulhane Sark Sofrasi
    1 min walk
  • Maya's Corner Cafe
    1 min walk

About this property

Shining Star Hotel

Hotel near Sultanahmet Square
A short walk from Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace, Shining Star Hotel provides a free breakfast buffet, a free daily manager's reception, and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and an elevator
  • A front-desk safe, concierge services, and a reception hall
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
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:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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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 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

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
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2022
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

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 at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
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
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 22582

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 2026/2/13, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shining Star Hotel on 2026/2/18 start from NT$2,610, 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?

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 Sultanahmet, 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.

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Reviews

Shining Star Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 101 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Radu

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful experience staying at the Shining Star. Clean room, cleaned plus towels and supplies replenished daily, excellent breakfast buffet. Courteous staff. Also great location, a few minutes walking from most major touristic objectives in Sultanahmet, and a few minutes walking from the airport bus drop off/ pickup. Overall, great budget hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful staff, breakfast was great, had everything you need. Beds were comfortable and bathrooms impeccably clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newer hotel and quality + service excellent in ideal location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva Andreea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel near the center of Istanbul, breakfast was good and the staff was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location near Haiga Sofia, Basilica Cistern and Blue Mosque. Room are clean and good breakfast. The road was being torn up out front so the lobbybwas a bit messy. Not the fault of hotel staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay and location

Perfect location, small but very clean rooms. Front desk service functional and efficient but not overly friendly. Free breakfast great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
People are very nice in the hotel. Well located, calm, good price for the 3 nights in Istanbul.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay!

Great stay at Shining Star Hotel. Very well located, with a short walk to restaurants and the most popular sights. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was good. The glass floors with a view of the underground ruins are really a treat and the bar area is beautifully finished and very atmospheric - although the wine and beer choice could be better.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Staff were amazing and it has a nice personal feel making it more relaxing. Excellent location and perfect for me as I was out exploring most of the time and loved the quiet after a busy day.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location and friendly service
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fabulous hotel! The staff are all outstanding - friendly, hospitable, professional - the breakfasts were excellent, the facilities were clean and spacious. There is really nothing i could find any fault in. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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

waheed

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

Agnieszka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect location

Perfect location, walking distance to everything, close to public transportation. Clean comfortable rooms, good breakfast, super friendly staff. Bery safe surroundings. Very nice property. We will book again if we visit Istanbul.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nawar

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Atif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

It was excellent. Loved the location of the hotel. Loved the view from the room. Lovely, friendly and helpful staff. All the attractions, restaurants and shops are within walking distance. Check out the view from our room. I would strongly recommend this hotel and will stay there again with my family..
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thanachot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shining Star Hotel offers a fantastic experience with its prime location and excellent service. Situated in the heart of Sultanahmet, it’s just a short walk from iconic attractions like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace. The rooms are cozy, clean, and well-equipped, providing a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring the city. The staff is welcoming and attentive, always ready to assist with any needs or offer recommendations for nearby restaurants and activities. The hotel’s breakfast, served with a variety of options, is a great way to start your day. With its perfect location, friendly atmosphere, and great value for money, Shining Star Hotel is an ideal choice for anyone visiting Istanbul. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Nadeem

Disliked: Amenities
Average property but you get what you pay for. Overnight stay is ok but for longer not great. Small rooms even though we had a family room. Beds not great. Hotel made it out as they was doing us a favour.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! This hotel is not only located ideally, but it is clean and very comfortable. The staff is super nice and helpful. We stayed for 4 nights and we have absolutely nothing to complain about!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Xianren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed four nights here. Great location, minutes to the major points of interest, steps away to restaurants and shopping, yet on a quiet side street. Faculty looks new, feels new. Breakfast provides plenty of choices, rich in protein and other foods. Staff are friendly and helpful. Will definitely return to this hotel if visiting Istanbul again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

samuel

Excellent location, excellent service, excellent staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023