Shining Star Hotel - Istanbul

$$$$||View on mapIstanbul, TurkeyAlaykosku Caddesi Sengul Hamam Sk. No: 3 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34110|
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Shining Star Hotel - Istanbul
Alaykosku Caddesi Sengul Hamam Sk. No: 3 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34110·View on map
$$$$
Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Location9.7
Free WiFi9.4
Staff9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Who stays here
Families39%
Couples37%
Groups19%
Solo5%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Location9.7
Free WiFi9.4
Staff9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Who stays here
Families39%
Couples37%
Groups19%
Solo5%

3-star boutique hotel in Sirkeci, walking distance to Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque

Location

Shining Star Hotel sits in Sirkeci, a cultural transportation hub, 2300 ft from the Column of Constantine. Guests reach Hagia Sophia in 5 minutes on foot and the Blue Mosque in 9 minutes. The Spice Bazaar, Galata Tower, and Istiklal Street are within 3 miles of the property.

Rooms

Each room at Shining Star Hotel Istanbul offers air conditioning, city views, a minibar, and a kettle. Family rooms are available, along with superior double rooms that provide views of Hagia Sophia. Soundproofing and flat-screen TVs are standard in all units.

Dining & Breakfast

A daily continental breakfast is served, with a kid-friendly buffet and fruits available. The bar provides drinks, and Turkish tea is offered during breakfast. The hotel also provides free bottled water and coffee in the lobby throughout the day.

Services & Facilities

Shining Star Hotel Istanbul operates a 24-hour front desk with concierge service and private check-in/check-out. Paid airport shuttle service is available, and the hotel offers daily housekeeping, laundry, and dry cleaning. Safety deposit boxes, 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas, and smoke alarms are in place.

Unique Experiences

The hotel offers on-site cultural tours or classes about local culture. Glass floors in the lobby reveal a view of the underground ruins of an ancient royal bath site. This archaeological feature is visible from the bar area, providing a direct connection to Istanbul's history.

  • Location: Sirkeci transportation hub, 5 minutes from Hagia Sophia
  • Rooms: Superior double rooms with Hagia Sophia views, soundproofed
  • Dining: Daily continental breakfast with kid-friendly buffet
  • Services: 24-hour concierge, paid airport shuttle, daily housekeeping
  • Unique: Glass floors over ancient royal bath ruins, on-site cultural classes

License number: 22582

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:29
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Rooms and availability

Superior Triple Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    3 Single beds
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Family Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed or 1 Queen Size Bed1 King Size Bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
Superior Twin Room
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 Queen Size Bed1 King Size Bed
  • City view
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs
  • Playpen
  • Children's buffet

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Sink

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Shining Star Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 69 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 26.9 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International, SAW

Location

Alaykosku Caddesi Sengul Hamam Sk. No: 3 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34110
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Alaykosku Caddesi Sengul Hamam Sk. No: 3 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34110
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Alaykosku Caddesi Sengul Hamam Sk. No: 3 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey, 34110
  • City landmarks
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Museums
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
100 yd
Yerebatan Caddesi
Basilica Cistern
100 yd
Square
Sultanahmet District
100 yd
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Ayasofya Meydani No:2 Fatih
Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami
100 yd
Binbirdirek Mah. Divanyolu Cad. No:84 Sultanahmet
TGC Press Media Museum
100 yd
Historic Areas of Istanbul
100 yd
Profesör Kazım İsmail Gürkan Cad. No: 34
Cagaloglu Hamami
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Binbirdirek
Walled Obelisk
100 yd
Museums
Istanbul Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam
100 yd
Alemdar Mah. Alemdar Cad. Eminonu/Cagaloglu
Gulhane Park
100 yd
Fountains
German Fountain
100 yd
Caferiye Sk. Sogukkuyu Cikmazi No:5
Caferaga Madrasa
100 yd
Museums
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
100 yd
Restaurant
Buhara Ocakbasi Restaurant
100 yd
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Panoramic Restaurant
100 yd
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Kybele Restaurant
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The And Hotel
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360° Panorama Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
Sultanahmet Fish House
100 yd
Restaurant
Lekker Teras Restaurant
100 yd
Restaurant
Zeugma Terrace
100 yd

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