Offering a library, the 3-star boutique-style Star Hotel Istanbul lies in European Side with Istanbul's old center, with classic sights like opulent Topkapı Palace, the Blue Mosque, and Hagia Sophia, a mosque famed for its Byzantine mosaics, a mere 0.9 km from Eminonu Pier and only a 7-minute walk from Basilica Cistern. Featuring 11 rooms with views of the city, the charming hotel is merely 1.6 km from the 85-metre-tall fire-watch Beyazit Tower.

The hotel is notable for its charming location, 500 metres from the great Hagia Sophia Museum and in proximity to Sirkeci train station. The prominent Turkish Istanbul University is a popular education place to visit within 25 minutes' walk of the Star. Nature lovers will appreciate the vicinity of Golden Horn, which is 1.6 km away. The nearby landmarks of Istanbul include the mimar Sinan ArchitectThe Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami, located about 550 metres away. Akbiyik bus stop is also within easy reach of the Star Istanbul.

The allergy-free rooms come with a personal safe, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and flat-panel televisions, as well as a minibar and coffee/tea making equipment. There is also a private bathroom. Bathrooms include a roll-in shower, a separate toilet, and a sink, along with a hair dryer and bath sheets.

Seven Hills Restaurant is located next to Star Hotel and serves European dishes, around 5 minutes' walk away.