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Shining Star Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Basilica Cistern

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing
Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area
Step into the heart of Istanbul at Shining Star Hotel, where a warm breakfast buffet and high-speed WiFi set the tone for your stay. With concierge services, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk nearby landmarks like Hagia Sophia are easily within reach. The helpful staff has left many guests feeling right at home.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
The current price is S$154
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept

Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Connection Suite Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Business Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Exclusive Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Minibar
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Family Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
Sengül Hamami Sk. 3, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110

What's nearby

  • Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sultanahmet Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hagia Sophia - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Topkapi Palace - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grand Bazaar - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Gulhane Station - 3 min walk
  • Sirkeci Marmaray Station - 6 min walk
  • Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Adamar Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kurtaran Kebap - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Le Safran - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maya's Corner Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Değirmencioğlu Restaurant - ‬2 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:
  • A front desk safe, a reception hall and a 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in reception, smoke-free property and luggage storage
  • Concierge services, a lift and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Shining Star Hotel include perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Hairdryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and daily housekeeping

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 transport

  • No on-site 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.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2022
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

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

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 30 Aug, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shining Star Hotel on 25 Sept, 2025 start from S$154.26, including 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?

Checkout 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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Shining Star Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 91 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

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

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

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

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

Mark

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

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

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

Rudolph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location within walking distance from major site viewing
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

shukria

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel overall. Literally round the corner from Aya Sofia and the blue mosque. Helpful staff and nice comfortable rooms. I would HAPPILY stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Munira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really excellent experience nice new place, friendly people. It will be my place whenever I go to turkey

10/10 Excellent

Samantha Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel.. Spotlessly clean staff couldn't do enough for you. Breakfasts bed pillows shower everything was superb👌
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

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

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and modern hotel. Conveniently close to the major sites of the old city. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. Yusef was awesome!
Stayed 6 nights in May 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

10/10 Excellent

Aadam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great experience at the shining star hotel with my friends. We had a comfortable stay. The staff were extremely nice and welcoming. The hotel is placed in a great location, with a view of the Hagia Sophia. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone who wants to experience the old city of Istanbul.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is located in the heart of the places you want to see. Walked everywhere without the need of a taxi.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aboelmagd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very close to most attractions and few steps away from the tram line which takes you to all other touristic locations. The staff are very helpful and very nice. The room looks newly renovated. The breakfast was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elanit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Staff are very helpful, very close to the Bazaars and other attractions. Breakfast was good. Really liked it! I recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Omar Hakime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel workers Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benaiah James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff made us feel welcome. The rooms and bathroom are small but nice and the bed was comfortable. The location is amazing and very walkable to many of the sites plus easy to get around the city via tram and metro. Breakfast was the best we’ve had at any hotel. Would definitely stay again. Don’t forget to tip the staff as they are very helpful and work hard including the staff that cleans the rooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 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