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Shining Star Hotel

Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Basilica Cistern

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October 2025

November 2025

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.

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar
Housekeeping
24/7 front desk
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 15 - Oct 16

Tomorrow

Oct 16 - Oct 17

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 6 of 6 rooms

Superior Double Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Minibar

Electric kettle

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Business Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Minibar

Electric kettle

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi

Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Minibar

Electric kettle

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 3
3 Twin Beds

Family Room

Exceptional

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Minibar

Electric kettle

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Exclusive Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Hairdryer

Private bathroom

Minibar

Electric kettle

Daily housekeeping

Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Connection Suite Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Soundproofed

Individually decorated

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

Hairdryer

Minibar

40 sq m
2 bedrooms
City view
Sleeps 5
2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

About the area

Located in Istanbul, Shining Star Hotel is in the city centre. Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Blue Mosque and Galata Tower. Vialand Tema Park and Istanbul Expo Center are also worth visiting. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.

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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
‪Değirmencioğlu Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
‪Maya's Corner Cafe - ‬1 min walk
‪Gulhane Sark Sofrasi - ‬1 min walk
‪Kurtaran Kebap - ‬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 information, a lift and concierge services
A front desk safe, luggage storage and a reception hall
Coffee/tea in reception, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
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

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Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Air conditioning

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 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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Connection Suite Room

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