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 Hotel with free breakfast, 6-minute walk to Hagia Sophia ![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87910000/87904000/87903938/cafae764.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87910000/87904000/87903938/323a5b5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&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) ![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 [Nov. 26 - Nov. 27](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 27 - Nov. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 5 - Dec. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&selected=87903938&PinnedHotelID=87903938&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-07&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 13 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Minibar Mobile key entry - 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 Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Minibar Mobile key entry - 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 Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Minibar Mobile key entry - 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 Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Minibar Mobile key entry - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### Exclusive Double Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Electric kettle Minibar Mobile key entry - 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 Electric kettle - 431 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - City view - Sleeps 5 - 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed ## You may also like Ad ![5 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FIstanbul-Hotels-SHINING-STAR-HOTEL.h87903938.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FIstanbul-Hotels-SHINING-STAR-HOTEL.h87903938.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.01001%2C28.97742&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_hc49y-R6PWRlfqrUy_6JCzrSrI=) Sengül Hamami Sk. 3, Istanbul, Istanbul, 34110 #### What's nearby - Gülhane Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Basilica Cistern - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Sultanahmet Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Blue Mosque - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Hagia Sophia - 5 min walk - 0.5 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 - ‪Maya's Corner Cafe - ‬1 min walk - ‪Köşk Kebap Dürüm Evi - ‬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: - Concierge services, a reception hall, and tour/ticket assistance - A front-desk safe, smoke-free premises, and luggage storage - An elevator, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk - 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 1,023 reviews CA $98 CA $110 total includes taxes & fees Dec 17 - Dec 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-17&endDate=2025-12-18&selected=801581&PinnedHotelID=801581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Deluxe Double Room, Balcony | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3600000/3595500/3595475/934f0f17.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Senatus Hotel - Special Class Sultanahmet - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 1,010 reviews CA $73 CA $81 total includes taxes & fees Nov 30 - Dec 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=3595475&PinnedHotelID=3595475&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1388800/1388776/613eada2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sultanhan Hotel - Special Class Sultanahmet - Spa - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant 9.2 Wonderful 2,157 reviews CA $145 CA $163 total includes taxes & fees Dec 8 - Dec 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=1388776&PinnedHotelID=1388776&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Seasonal outdoor pool, open 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, free cabanas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33790000/33786700/33786700/12995d7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seven Hills Palace & Spa Sultanahmet - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 1,019 reviews CA $196 CA $219 total includes taxes & fees Dec 5 - Dec 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-05&endDate=2025-12-06&selected=33786700&PinnedHotelID=33786700&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111590000/111588500/111588430/1ac14556.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Emerald Mansion Hotel Sultanahmet - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry - Housekeeping 9.6 Exceptional 159 reviews CA $109 CA $122 total includes taxes & fees Dec 8 - Dec 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=111588430&PinnedHotelID=111588430&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1560000/1554900/1554895/4044241d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tan Hotel - Special Class Sultanahmet - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 207 reviews CA $95 CA $106 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - Dec 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=1554895&PinnedHotelID=1554895&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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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 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. ## 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 ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.4 Eco-friendliness ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 80 8 - Good 12 6 - Okay 4 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dean Oct 7, 2025 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! ##### Dean Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 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 #### Eva Andreea Aug 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hotel near the center of Istanbul, breakfast was good and the staff was very nice. ##### Eva Andreea Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### samuel Jul 21, 2023 Excellent location, excellent service, excellent staff. ##### samuel Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### 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 #### Aleksander Mar 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Adorable hotel Fantastic and gorgeous place to stay for just a night or even a week. Much recommended! ##### Aleksander Stayed 4 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 #### Nawar Sep 22, 2023 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. ##### Nawar Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 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 #### Al hosni Dec 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Recommend place to stay in. It was new hotel and friendly staffs and service was v.good We like staying in it overall and we like the traditional matching with modern in the building of the hotel ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9BB9D21592E8B133A0A31EA1F5A973C2139D96191670008427761.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Al hosni Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michele May 8, 2023 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! ##### Michele Stayed 6 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aadam Jun 19, 2023 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. ##### Aadam Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Crowne Plaza Istanbul - Old City by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Istanbul-Old-City.h2211742.Hotel-Information) > > [The Marmara Pera](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-The-Marmara-Pera.h11691.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel, Istanbul Sisli](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel.h6250043.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel President Old Town Istanbul](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Radisson-President-Beyazit-Istanbul.h9345.Hotel-Information) > > [Elite World Grand Istanbul Kucukyali](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Elite-World-Asia-Hotel.h26886285.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Istanbul Bosphorus](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Istanbul-Bosphorus.h42641512.Hotel-Information) > > [CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-CVK-Park-Bosphorus-Hotel-Istanbul.h6055713.Hotel-Information) > > [Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Swissotel-The-Bosphorus-Istanbul.h889869.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hyatt Istanbul](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-Istanbul.h14428.Hotel-Information) > > [The Marmara Taksim](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-The-Marmara-Taksim.h26048.Hotel-Information) > > [Elite World Istanbul Taksim](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Elite-World-Istanbul-Taksim.h1181264.Hotel-Information) > > [Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Conrad-Istanbul-Bosphorus.h15234.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Istanbul-At-The-Bosphorus.h1856092.Hotel-Information) > > [Barcelo Istanbul](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Barcelo-Istanbul.h32516024.Hotel-Information) > > [Divan Istanbul](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Divan-Istanbul.h4601.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Quasar Istanbul](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Fairmont-Quasar-Istanbul.h16385021.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Hilton-Istanbul-Bomonti-Hotel-Conference-Center.h6226720.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Hilton-Istanbul-Bosphorus.h20867.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Istanbul City Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Sheraton-Istanbul-City-Center.h38329865.Hotel-Information) > > [Pera Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Pera-Palace-Hotel.h20555.Hotel-Information) > > [Istanbul Marriott Hotel Sisli](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Istanbul-Marriott-Hotel-Sisli.h6771400.Hotel-Information) > > [Romance Istanbul Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Romance-Istanbul-Hotel.h527413.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Istanbul by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-InterContinental-Istanbul.h521137.Hotel-Information) > > [The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-The-Ritz-Carlton.h565576.Hotel-Information) > > [Dorne Suite Taksim](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Dorne-Suite-Taksim.h38494876.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Cevahir Hotel & Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Grand-Cevahir-Hotel-Convention-Center.h972529.Hotel-Information) > > [Wyndham Grand Istanbul Kalamis Marina Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Wyndham-Grand-Istanbul-Kalamis-Marina-Hotel.h5484206.Hotel-Information) > > [Niles Hotel Istanbul - Special Class](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Niles-Hotel-Istanbul-Special-Class.h1583001.Hotel-Information) > > [Sofitel Istanbul Taksim](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Sofitel-Istanbul-Taksim.h42400472.Hotel-Information) > > [Doubletree By Hilton Istanbul Old Town](https://www.expedia.ca/Istanbul-Hotels-Doubletree-By-Hilton-Istanbul-Old-Town.h3758303.Hotel-Information)