‹›
188 USD
Interstar Hotel in Istanbul
🌍 Turkey, Istanbul, Turtsiya
● Center: 620 m
🌞 Sea - 7 min
✅ Perfect location within walking distance of Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and tram station ✅ Staff frequently described as friendly, helpful, and attentive ✅ Clean and quiet rooms with daily housekeeping available upon request ✅ Breakfast buffet with a view from the terrace received positive remarks ✅ Complimentary coffee and cookies provided in the lobby ❌ Some guests experienced problems with hot water and air conditioning lasting multiple days ❌ Rooms described by some as small and with maintenance issues such as a broken bed or faulty refrigerator ❌ Several negative comments about service, including unprofessional staff behavior and lack of daily room cleaning unless requested ❌ Breakfast noted as weak or not very varied by some guests ❌ Noise from nearby minaret early in the morning reported
Book now!
Rooms and prices
2 guests
Check availability
Economy Double room
Air conditioning, shower and private bathroom
Beds:
188 USD
ZenHotels
Booking
View more
deals
deals
Agoda
Double room
Wireless internet, shower and private bathroom
Beds:
201 USD
ZenHotels
Booking
View more
deals
deals
Agoda
3 x
Economy Triple room
Air conditioning, shower and private bathroom
Beds:
253 USD
ZenHotels
Booking
View more
deals
deals
Agoda
3 x
Triple room
Air conditioning, shower and private bathroom
Beds:
284 USD
ZenHotels
Booking
View more
deals
deals
Agoda
Economy Single room
Air conditioning, shower and private bathroom
Beds:
ZenHotels
Booking
View more
deals
deals
Agoda
Single room
Air conditioning, shower and private bathroom
Beds:
ZenHotels
Booking
View more
deals
deals
Agoda
Description
Interstar Hotel is a budget-friendly option located in the historic center of Istanbul, offering 18 cozy rooms within a single building. Guests can choose from six room types, including Economy Single, Double, and Triple rooms as well as standard Single, Double, and Triple rooms. The hotel provides essential amenities such as WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, laundry services, and a terrace. Parking is available for an additional fee. Breakfast is served daily as a buffet from 8:00 to 10:30, although some guests found it limited in variety. Pets are not allowed, and check-in starts at 14:00 with check-out by noon. While some guests reported issues with hot water and air conditioning, others praised the friendly staff and cleanliness. The property scores 8.9/10 overall with high marks for cleanliness, amenities, location, and service.
Location
Interstar Hotel is situated in Istanbul's Fatih district, only 260 meters from the Hippodrome and 440 meters from the Blue Mosque. The Grand Bazaar and Basilica Cistern are within 530 meters, while Hagia Sophia lies 600 meters away. The Istanbul Archaeological Museum and Topkapi Palace are about 1.1 kilometers from the hotel. The hotel is about 40 kilometers from Istanbul Airport and 13 kilometers from Ataturk Airport. Guests can easily reach nearby attractions on foot, and bicycle rental is available nearby. The hotel’s terrace offers views of the Bosphorus Bay, located just 464 meters away. Public transport options, including a tram station, are within minutes’ walk, making it convenient to explore the city.
Tips
- If you are sensitive to noise, request a room not facing the minaret to avoid early morning calls to prayer.
- Breakfast can be purchased on-site but expect limited variety based on guest feedback.
- For any maintenance concerns, address them early with the front desk, although some guests reported mixed responses from staff.
Policies and conditions
- Child policies: Children can stay in some rooms of this hotel. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
- Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, extra beds cannot be added. Crib policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
- Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 08:00-10:30 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
- Pets: Pets are not allowed
- Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
- Paying at the hotel: Visa, MasterCard
- Check in time: 14:00. Check out time: 12:00.
official partner of
ZenHotels.com
Services and facilities
General
- 24-hour reception
- Elevator/lift
- Smoke-free property
- Terrace
- Fire Extinguisher
Rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Cable TV
- TV
- Safe (in room)
Services and amenities
- Laundry
- Hairdryer (on request)
- Luggage storage
- Iron
Meals
- Coffee/tea for guests
- Breakfast
- Microwave oven
Internet
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free internet
Transfer
- Shuttle
- Airport transportation
Languages Spoken
- English
Tourist services
- Tour assistance
Business
- Photocopy machines
Pets
- Pets Not Allowed
The distance to the sea is 460 meters
Hotel view
Google panorama
Video: Обзор отеля Interstar Hotel - Sultanahmet Istanbul — стоит ли здесь остановиться?
Map
Reviews
08.09.2025
It is a 4 stars hotel, having issues with hot water for almost 2 days and with the air conditionner for more than one day, knowing that we are staying hew days only in the hotel is abnormal.
However, the service (staff) was good.
However, the service (staff) was good.
03.09.2025
Evrythinks are ok except breakfast was weak and the room was small
Hotels price was very expensive, I dont know exactly, genarally hotels price is expensive or this hotel is expencive.
Hotels price was very expensive, I dont know exactly, genarally hotels price is expensive or this hotel is expencive.
18.08.2025
Perfect location- only minutes walk to the tram station, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, etc. The neighborhood felt very safe. The hotel staff were all friendly and helpful. Great breakfast buffet with a beautiful view.
26.07.2025
Great property for value. Staff if very friendly, coffee and cookies at the front. The refrigerator didn’t work well was the only issue but staff provided cold water for us.
14.06.2025
The place is clean and quiet . Housekeeping is daily if you opted to. Staff were friendly. Breakfast is good. Most of the attractions are so close and you can reach it on foot. All in all, it’s perfect for the price.
29.04.2025
Great boutique hotel close to the main historic sites.
Staff was super attentive and friendly and always available.
Staff was super attentive and friendly and always available.
26.04.2025
Nice hotel for a short stay. Really convenient to the GB and Blue Mosque.
I would stay again.
Very happy.
I would stay again.
Very happy.
18.03.2025
Great location, horrible service
The hotel’s location is fantastic, within walking distance of the Bazaar and the two famous mosques. However, the service was disappointing. The staff was rude, and our room was not cleaned daily unless we specifically requested it. Basic amenities, like coffee, were not replenished.
During breakfast, I asked the kitchen staff if I could have an extra omelet, and the response was shocking. The lady seemed upset and told me there was a strict limit of two eggs per person. She then proceeded to tell the entire hotel staff about my request, which was both unprofessional and embarrassing.
Additionally, I had booked an economy two-bed room, and the queen bed was broken. When I addressed this with the front desk, the gentleman dismissed my concern, saying, “This is the room you booked for the price you are paying.” I was stunned—especially knowing there were other hotels in the same price range that offered much better accommodations.
Overall, I’m very disappointed and don’t understand how this hotel has such great reviews. I would not stay here again.
The hotel’s location is fantastic, within walking distance of the Bazaar and the two famous mosques. However, the service was disappointing. The staff was rude, and our room was not cleaned daily unless we specifically requested it. Basic amenities, like coffee, were not replenished.
During breakfast, I asked the kitchen staff if I could have an extra omelet, and the response was shocking. The lady seemed upset and told me there was a strict limit of two eggs per person. She then proceeded to tell the entire hotel staff about my request, which was both unprofessional and embarrassing.
Additionally, I had booked an economy two-bed room, and the queen bed was broken. When I addressed this with the front desk, the gentleman dismissed my concern, saying, “This is the room you booked for the price you are paying.” I was stunned—especially knowing there were other hotels in the same price range that offered much better accommodations.
Overall, I’m very disappointed and don’t understand how this hotel has such great reviews. I would not stay here again.
08.03.2025
Excellent location for many tourist attractions. The staff really couldn’t have been better, an absolute credit to the company. Room clean and tidy, excellent value for money.
05.03.2024
Decent breakfast, but not varied, view from the terrace of the Bosphorus Bay, you can feed seagulls from the window, the room itself is very small, early in the morning (6:00) get ready to wake up from the sound of the minaret, which is located opposite the hotel windows.
Share your experiences, help others make the right choice!
Think about what you would like to know if you were looking for a review about a place to relax. Please describe in detail what you liked and what you didn't. What would you advise to other guests and to the hotel owner. The more fully you tell about the hotel, the easier it will be for other people to make a choice and they will be very grateful to you!
POIs near hotel
Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum (4 min)
Displays Ottoman carpets, calligraphy, ceramics, and manuscripts spanning Islamic art history.
Tickets: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia: Guided Tour, 56 EUR View
Serpent Column (4 min)
Ancient Greek bronze column from Delphi, relocated to Istanbul by Constantine I, featuring intertwined serpent heads.
Tickets: Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia: Guided Tour, 56 EUR View
Cistern of Philoxenos (4 min)
Byzantine-era underground water cistern with 16 columns, providing water supply to medieval Istanbul.
Tickets: Istanbul Whirling Dervishes Ceremony: Entry Ticket, 20 EUR View
Mehmet Efendi Fountain (4 min)
Ottoman-era public fountain representing traditional Islamic water architecture.
Tickets: Istanbul: Sand-Brewed Turkish Coffee Workshop in Sultanahmet, 9 EUR View
Çemberlitaş Hammam (5 min)
Historic Turkish bath built in 1584, operating continuously as a thermal spa in Istanbul's commercial district.
Tickets: Cemberlitas Hammam Istanbul: Historical Bath Experience, 90 EUR View
Cafe and Restaurants near hotel
Cafe «Hotel Alzer» (3 min)
Binbirdirek, At Meydanı Cd No:72, 34122 Sultanahmet/Fatih/Fatih/İstanbul
Reviews18.05.2025
I had an absolutely wonderful experience at this hotel. From the moment I arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make me feel welcome. The service was impeccable, the rooms were spotless and beautifully decorated, and every detail was thoughtfully taken care of.
The location was perfect, the amenities were top-notch, and the overall atmosphere was both relaxing and luxurious. I can confidently say this was one of the best hotel stays I’ve ever had. Highly recommended – I will definitely be coming back!
The location was perfect, the amenities were top-notch, and the overall atmosphere was both relaxing and luxurious. I can confidently say this was one of the best hotel stays I’ve ever had. Highly recommended – I will definitely be coming back!
12.05.2025
I stayed at this hotel with my father for 7 days. The location is impeccable. We stayed in one of the rooms facing the hippodrome and it was really worth it. The breakfast was also very good and varied and the view was just wonderful. But the best part of this hotel was its kind, professional and friendly staff. Everyone, from the ladies who prepared breakfast, to the house keepers, to the receptionists, were all extremely warm and friendly. Mr. Mesut, the manager was incredibly helpful and gave us a lot of good guidance on what to do and see. He was really polite, kind nad professional. I can't say enough about how welcome him and his team made us feel. Next time we are in Istanbul, we will do our best to book a room with them again. 5 stars.
20.03.2025
small and nice hotel very central, easy to get around in every part of the city. the staff is polite and kind I was in Istanbul for work and a bit of vacation I managed to do both without problems. they recommended me a place not very touristy and very Turkish and I was able to play a bit.. thank
you very much next time
you very much next time
01.03.2025
Very safe hotel , with a great location, i was very comfortable living in it because its beside a police station.
Negatives :
- elevator is too small , it can take 3 maximum without the bags
- breakfast is not varied, repeated , everyday the same food, with a very very small changes
- food is too expensive, i bought a Sandwich for 600TL
Positives :
- Ali is a great guy , helped me a lot , i hope for him a good day
- staff is very cooperative and friendly thanks to them
- the hotel takes the customer reviews seriously
Best 7 days in Istanbul, thanks to 1207 hotel.
Negatives :
- elevator is too small , it can take 3 maximum without the bags
- breakfast is not varied, repeated , everyday the same food, with a very very small changes
- food is too expensive, i bought a Sandwich for 600TL
Positives :
- Ali is a great guy , helped me a lot , i hope for him a good day
- staff is very cooperative and friendly thanks to them
- the hotel takes the customer reviews seriously
Best 7 days in Istanbul, thanks to 1207 hotel.
16.02.2025
What can I say about this hotel, pure hospitality and a must stay when your in Istanbul. Take it from me the service is special especially Mehmut and Sena who always greet you and take care of you whenever you need. Sena especially well done! The breakfast is fresh whenever you need no matter what time you get up. If you need a top up a fresh portion it will be made for you.
Restaurant «Cennet Turkish Pancake» (4 min)
Binbirdirek, Divan Yolu Cd. No:31, Fatih
Cafe «Old City Hostel» (5 min)
Alemdar Mh., Bestekar Osman Sk. No:9, 34110 Fatih/İstanbul
Reviews04.10.2016
Excelent location, friendly staff, nice rooftop terrace. Everything one might want from a hostel in Istanbul!
16.12.2015
I came in December so it was fairly quiet, but if you come in the warm months there will surely be a large crowd. The terrace upstairs offers good views around and a good place to meet people. Located very well right off the Sultanhamet Tram stop, and very convenient to get to almost anywhere in Istanbul. Offers cheap breakfast, cheap ride to airport, and nice rooms with heat/ac and warm water for shower. Wifi is average. Hosts are very helpful, and informative. Great place to stay, especially for backpackers.
Frequently asked questions about Interstar Hotel
What types of rooms are available at Interstar Hotel?
The hotel offers Economy Single, Economy Double, Economy Triple, Single, Double, and Triple rooms.
Is breakfast included in the room rate at Interstar Hotel?
Breakfast is served as a buffet daily from 08:00 to 10:30 but is not included in the total price and must be paid separately at the hotel.
Does Interstar Hotel allow pets?
Pets are not allowed at Interstar Hotel.
How far is Interstar Hotel from major Istanbul attractions?
The hotel is located 260 meters from the Hippodrome, 440 meters from the Blue Mosque, 530 meters from the Grand Bazaar and Basilica Cistern, and 600 meters from Hagia Sophia.
Are parking facilities available at the hotel?
Paid parking is available at Interstar Hotel.
Hotels you might also like
Hotel prices for: July - August 2026 calendar
The average hotel price this month is 165 USD The best time to book is July 11, with rates starting from 84 USD
Mo
Tu
We
Th
Fr
Sa
Su
20212223135 USD24135 USD25135 USD26135 USD27182 USD28182 USD29145 USD30145 USD31145 USD01145 USD02145 USD03188 USD04188 USD05188 USD06188 USD07188 USD08188 USD09188 USD10188 USD1184 USD1284 USD1384 USD14201 USD15207 USD16207 USD17208 USD18208 USD19208 USD20208 USD21121 USD22150 USD23150 USD24150 USD25150 USD26150 USD27150 USD28150 USD29226 USD30226 USD
Wrong hotel description? Tell us.