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Shining Star Hotel

Alayköşkü Caddesi Şengül Hamam Sk. No: 3 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, TR

9.3 guest rating· 755 reviews

About this hotel

Central Location

Shining Star Hotel, centrally located in Istanbul, offers convenience and easy access to popular landmarks such as Basilica Cistern and Hagia Sophia.

Comfortable Accommodation

Each unit at the hotel is designed for comfort, featuring amenities like air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and a minibar. The 24-hour front desk and free WiFi ensure a pleasant stay for all guests.

Nearby Attractions

Explore iconic sites like Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace, all within close proximity to the hotel. With airport transfers available, your journey is made hassle-free.

Book your stay at Shining Star Hotel for a memorable Istanbul experience!

Rooms & rates

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Connection Suite Room

Sleeps 5 · 40 m² · 2× Queen Bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Minibar

<p><strong>2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed</strong></p><p>431-sq-foot room with city views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, and sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Electric kettle and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Slippers, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop workspace, laptop-compatible safe, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Thin carpet in room</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Energy-saving switches, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Shared accommodations</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Triple Room, 3 Twin Beds

Sleeps 3 · 3× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Minibar
  • Telephone

<p><strong>3 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>Soundproofed room</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Electric kettle and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, slippers, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, phone, and local maps</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Thin carpet in room</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Energy-saving switches, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Business Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Minibar
  • Telephone

<p><strong>2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>Soundproofed room</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Electric kettle and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, slippers, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, phone, and local maps</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Thin carpet in room</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Energy-saving switches, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) or rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Exclusive Double Room

Sleeps 2 · Double bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub grab bar
  • Accessible bathtub
  • Free WiFi

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>Soundproofed room</p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices) </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Electric kettle and minibar (fees may apply)</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, slippers, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Laptop-compatible safe, phone, and local maps</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Fresh bed sheets (on request), fresh towels (on request), and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Wheelchair-width doorways</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Energy-saving switches, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Family Studio

Sleeps 5 · 45 m² · Twin bed, Queen bed

  • Cots
  • Concierge services

The unit has 4 beds.

Superior Double Room

Sleeps 2 · 22 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

The air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a seating area as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Superior Twin Room

Sleeps 2 · 22 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

The air-conditioned twin room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a seating area as well as city views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Superior Triple Room

Sleeps 3 · 24 m² · 3× Twin bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

The air-conditioned triple room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a seating area as well as city views. The unit offers 3 beds.

Family Room

Sleeps 3 · 26 m² · Double bed, Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box

The air-conditioned family room offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a seating area as well as city views. The unit has 2 beds.

Double Room - Disability Access

Sleeps 2 · 22 m² · Queen bed

  • Air conditioning
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Adapted bath
  • Minibar
  • Shower

The air-conditioned double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, soundproof walls, a mini-bar, a seating area as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Airport drop off
  • Airport pick up
  • Auditory guidance
  • Baby safety gates
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  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Concierge service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fruits
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Higher level toilet
  • Invoice provided
  • Ironing service
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Lockers
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Tour/class on local culture
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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Alayköşkü Caddesi Şengül Hamam Sk. No: 3 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, TR

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 12:00 PM

What guests say9.3755 reviews

+ Great service+ Convenient location+ CleanlinessBooking issuesWeak coffee
Cleanliness9.1
Service10.0
Location10.0
Room Quality8.6
Amenities9.6
Value for Money9.0

Horrible Hotel - Worst Experience - Waste of Money

2.0

This is the worst hotel experience ever. First, the hotel is no where near a 4 star hotel, the bed felt horrible, the pillows are uncomfortable, and the breakfast is horrible. The powdery/watery carton eggs tasted awful and had a weird smell. You cannot get hot water or tea. The orange juice tasted like concentrate in a gallon jug. Not real juice. Very limited fresh hot food. You cannot even order fresh eggs/omelette. The staff members, with the exception of the bell man, were super rude and unprofessional. The cleaning lady rang my room door three times, telling me she wanted to clean my room. She walked in on me while I was in the shower and I told her to come back in 20 minutes. She rang my room bell twice after that to come in and clean. The next day, I asked for a late check-out and I was behind an hour after the the late check-out time, so the front desk manager instructed the cleaning lady to come and open my door, prop it open, and demand to clean immediately. I stood there in pants and a t-shirt, partially dressed. This hotel is a 2-star at best, horrible food, horrible staff, and expensive. Fortunately, this hotel's quality and service is not representative of Istanbul. Do not go to this hotel, you will hate it.

973sanitas · ISTANBUL · 2026-07-04

Rilassante e suggestiva

10.0

Buona colazione. Posizione comoda, vicino a siti importanti. con il tram/ bus lì vicino si può andare facilmente in altre parti della città.

Giuseppe · IT · 2026-06-17

Guest review

8.0

Posizione ottima Camera molto bella

Andrea · IT · 2026-06-02

Guest review

10.0

Malý, hezký, klidný hotel. Personal se vsim pomůže. Snídaně dostačující

Alena Simandlová · CZ · 2026-04-12

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Managed by a private host

A deposit may be required at the property.