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Our top choices for Istanbul hostels

Front of property

Mansion Milia

Mansion Milia
Büyükada
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"Ocean view and breakfast was great. "
United States
Serkan
The price is ฿3,169
฿3,518 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Mansion Milia
Exterior

Nostalji Hostel

Nostalji Hostel
Taksim
7.4 out of 10, Good, (109 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Mahmudur Rahman
The price is ฿477
฿530 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Nostalji Hostel
Free daily local cuisine breakfast

Palais Büyükada

Palais Büyükada
Büyükada
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Truly special night on the island with Palais. The staff was exceptionally helpful and kind, the atmosphere was intimate, magical, and the views stunning. Can't think of a better place to stay while here. "
United States
Micah
The price is ฿7,376
฿8,187 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Palais Büyükada
Standard Room | Free WiFi

TAKSİM LİFE HOUSE

TAKSİM LİFE HOUSE
Taksim
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"If you are looking for a budget-friendly place with a fantastic location, this is it. Clean room and excellent spot near İstiklal Street!!!"
United Kingdom
Onur Alp
The price is ฿1,567
฿1,739 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jun - 12 Jun
TAKSİM LİFE HOUSE
Economy Double Room, City View | Interior

Galata Sea Suites

Galata Sea Suites
Istanbul City Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Odalar temiz çalışanlar güler yüzlü her şeyi ile mükemmel bir otel"
Turkey
Seyit
The price is ฿1,622
฿1,801 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Galata Sea Suites
Comfort Double or Twin Room | View from room

Puffin Suites & Rooms

Puffin Suites & Rooms
Beşiktaş
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (157 reviews)
"Very kind hotel staff and very comfortable rooms in a central location "
United States
Zackery
The price is ฿1,707
฿1,895 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Puffin Suites & Rooms
8 Kisilik Terasli Karma Oda 1 Yatak | Property grounds

ivy hostel

ivy hostel
Taksim
The price is ฿3,640
฿4,041 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
ivy hostel
Standard Double Room | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Seaway İstanbul

Seaway İstanbul
Sultanahmet
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"The property is small but the owner is awesome and helped us a lot in many ways. Just keep in mind that it’s not for kids but pretty walkable to many famous attractions. Rooms were clean but small; and again the staff were so helpful!"
United States
Muhammad
The price is ฿1,370
฿1,521 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Seaway İstanbul
Interior entrance

Hostel Le Banc

Hostel Le Banc
Istanbul City Center
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Loved the location and the hospitality!"
United States
Raghuram
The price is ฿2,629
฿2,918 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Hostel Le Banc
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Antique Hostel & Guesthouse

Antique Hostel & Guesthouse
Sultanahmet
7.8 out of 10, Good, (337 reviews)
"Great in the price and at very good location. Staff friendly as well 👍"
United Kingdom
Syed
The price is ฿551
฿1,224 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Antique Hostel & Guesthouse
Family Quadruple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Keeper

Keeper
Sultanahmet
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"I stayed in this hotel with my parents for ten days. We had a comfortable stay. Our room was spacious and cleaned everyday. The staff was very friendly and kind. The hotel is located in Fatih, the blue mosque, hagia sofia, suleymaniye mosque, grand bazar, topkapi palace and tram station is in a walking distance. You can easily find good restaurants near the hotel. "
Sweden
Lima
The price is ฿1,687
฿1,872 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Keeper
Economy Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Terrace/patio

Second Home Hostel

Second Home Hostel
Istanbul City Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (46 reviews)
"best hostel ive been too, with a clean room and outgoing staff"
United States
Emilio
The price is ฿1,854
฿2,058 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Second Home Hostel
Standard Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Old City Pansiyon

Old City Pansiyon
Istanbul City Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Good price, small but many amenities. Located 15 minute walk to many major attractions."
United States
Brian
The price is ฿1,198
฿1,330 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Old City Pansiyon
Towels, soap, shampoo, toilet paper

Nest Apart Ortaköy

Nest Apart Ortaköy
Beşiktaş
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (14 reviews)
"Çok temiz "
Turkey
HASAN FURKAN
The price is ฿1,917
฿2,127 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Nest Apart Ortaköy
Property entrance

Archeo Hostel - Adults Only

Archeo Hostel - Adults Only
Istanbul City Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Very central location, very helpful staff and super clean rooms! On my next visit to Istanbul I will go there again! Thanks for the great time!"
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is ฿830
฿1,842 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Archeo Hostel - Adults Only
Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, blackout curtains

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse
Sultanahmet
7.8 out of 10, Good, (265 reviews)
"The room was small but good, quiet hotel, good for sleeping and the coffee in the mornings a blessing."
United States
Efraín
The price is ฿1,343
฿1,490 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse
Comfort Double Room, Balcony, City View | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

HEYBELIADA

HEYBELIADA
Heybeliada
7.6 out of 10, Good, (4 reviews)
"Görevliler gayet nazik ve yardımseverdi. Oda temiz ve alanı iyi değerlendirilmişti. Yatak da konforluydu. Fiyatına göre gayet iyi hizmet aldık. Sadece merkezde olduğu için kedi, martı sesleri biraz daha yoğun geliyordu."
Turkey
Muharrem
The price is ฿2,299
฿2,552 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
HEYBELIADA
Terrace/patio

Avrasya Hostel

Avrasya Hostel
Sultanahmet
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (105 reviews)
"It is the best place to stay, the service is wonderful, great experience"
Mexico
arlette
The price is ฿2,108
฿2,340 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Avrasya Hostel
Deluxe Double Room | Bathroom | Hair dryer, towels

Piya Boutique Hotel

Piya Boutique Hotel
Sultanahmet
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (19 reviews)
"The host was very kind"
United States
Nikolett
The price is ฿1,076
฿1,194 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Piya Boutique Hotel
Dining

Nazende

Nazende
Kadıköy
The price is ฿56,845
฿63,098 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Nazende
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Istanbul Hotel Reviews

Elite World Istanbul Taksim

Elite World Istanbul Taksim

10/10 Excellent
"Otel konumu çok iyi! Servis personeli çök ilgili,yardımcı oldular👍👍👍👍"
Annatach 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Elite World Istanbul Taksim

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Istanbul Hostels information

Number of reviews
831
Accommodation
78 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿530
Highest Price
฿63,098

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Istanbul?
By going with a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and use more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Istanbul?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start looking: The Central House Istanbul Taksim - Located within a 10-minute walk of Taksim Square. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. Nostalji Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Taksim Square and Istiklal Avenue. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers, TVs and hairdryers in all rooms. Palais Büyükada - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Mansion Milia - Guests can enjoy free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Stay Inn Taksim Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Istiklal Avenue. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers.
How many hostels will I be able to find in Istanbul?
If you're hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Istanbul, one of Expedia's 68 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Istanbul?
Good weather's always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Istanbul is 683 mm.
What is there to see and do in Istanbul?
In general, Istanbul is known for its cafes, museums and historical sites. Major attractions include Hagia Sophia, Sultanahmet Square and Blue Mosque. Get out into nature with places such as Bosphorus, Gülhane Park and Taksim Gezi Park. Cultural attractions include Turkish and Islamic Art Museum, Topkapi Palace and SALT Galata.
What's the best way to get to and around Istanbul while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Istanbul in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), located 18.9 mi (30.4 km) away. An alternative is Istanbul (IST), which is 21.2 mi (34.1 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transport during your trip. Take advantage of metro transport at Sultanahmet Station, Gulhane Station and Cemberlitas Station. To see more of the area, take a train from Istanbul Cankurtaran Station, Sirkeci Marmaray Station or Istanbul Kumkapi Station.