Title: Shining Star Hotel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # 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 ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87910000/87904000/87903938/cafae764.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Connection Suite Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87910000/87904000/87903938/df2aa7ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Connection Suite Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87910000/87904000/87903938/d9f06fdf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87910000/87904000/87903938/323a5b5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87910000/87904000/87903938/354b4eea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. 9.6 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 4 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 5 - Oct. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Superior Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87910000/87904000/87903938/49147e0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 9.6 Exceptional 12 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Minibar Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Business Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87910000/87904000/87903938/ae98eb9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Business Twin Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Minibar Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87910000/87904000/87903938/4349036c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hair dryer Private bathroom Minibar Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 3 - 3 Twin Beds ![Minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87910000/87904000/87903938/4349036c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Hair dryer 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 Hair dryer Private bathroom Minibar Electric kettle Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Connection Suite Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87910000/87904000/87903938/df2aa7ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Connection Suite Room ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Flat-screen TV 2 bedrooms Hair dryer Minibar - 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Airport (SAW) - 64 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Adamar Hotel - ‬2 min walk - ‪Gulhane Sark Sofrasi - ‬1 min walk - ‪Kurtaran Kebap - ‬1 min walk - ‪Köşk Kebap Dürüm Evi - ‬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: - Tour/ticket assistance, an elevator, and concierge services - A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and a reception hall - Coffee/tea in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises - 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 ## Similar properties ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801600/801581/12e9481a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seven Hills Hotel - Special Class Sultanahmet - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 1,001 reviews CA $132 CA $147 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=801581&PinnedHotelID=801581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30540000/30534400/30534363/cf1b7aef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nomade Hotel Exclusive Sultanahmet - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 9.4 Exceptional 322 reviews CA $146 CA $163 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - 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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 ### 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 Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shining Star Hotel on Nov 2, 2025 start from CA $108.23, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-SHINING-STAR-HOTEL.h87903938.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) 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 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shining Star Hotel Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Amenities ### 9.8 Staff & service ### 9.6 Eco-friendliness ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 77 8 - Good 10 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly Sep 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Newer hotel and quality + service excellent in ideal location ##### Kelly Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Xianren Aug 22, 2025 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 ##### Xianren Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig Jun 27, 2025 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 ##### Craig Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jose May 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The location ##### Jose Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Apr 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort スタッフがとても親切でした。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 4, 2025 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anita May 28, 2025 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!!! ##### Anita Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie Apr 28, 2025 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. ##### Melanie Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucio Apr 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Albergo grazioso vicinissimo alle principali attrazioni di Istambul, raggiungibili a piedi. Un elogio particolare merita Yusuf, il giovane addetto alla reception, che con grande gentilezza e professionalità ha risolto ogni piccolo inconveniente, dimostrando grande disponibilità per ogni nostra esigenza. Un ottimo esempio di simpatia ed accoglienza! ##### Lucio Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark Jun 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Good location and friendly service ##### Mark Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen Oct 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel is ideally situated close to Istanbul's main historical sites. ##### Stephen Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise Sep 18, 2024 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. ##### Denise Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denis Sep 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Sehr gute Lage, sauber und super nettes und hilfsbereites Personal. ##### Denis Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### samuel Jul 21, 2023 Excellent location, excellent service, excellent staff. ##### samuel Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Natasa Oct 21, 2023 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. ##### Natasa Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Agnieszka Oct 15, 2024 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. ##### Agnieszka Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha Jayne May 9, 2023 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👌 ##### Samantha Jayne Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### waheed May 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Overall very pleasant and friendly service. Great location with main attractions mins away ##### waheed Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rudolph Jun 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent location within walking distance from major site viewing ##### Rudolph Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Omar Hakime Mar 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel workers Amazing ##### Omar Hakime Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### andrea judith Sep 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Perfect 👍 Excelente ubicación a pasos de la Cisterna y Mezquita Azul Habitaciones nuevas decoración moderna Staff muy atento Desayuno muy completo ##### andrea judith Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### shukria Mar 10, 2023 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 ##### shukria Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Munira Nov 30, 2022 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 ##### Munira ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bibi May 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Very nice ##### Bibi Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Nadeem Jan 23, 2025 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. 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