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Our top choices for Istanbul hostels

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Antique Hostel & Guesthouse

Antique Hostel & Guesthouse
Sultanahmet
7.8 out of 10, Good, (338 reviews)
"Great in the price and at very good location. Staff friendly as well 👍"
United Kingdom
Syed
The price is P1,025
P2,275 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Antique Hostel & Guesthouse
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 P2,453
P2,723 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Galata Sea Suites
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 traveler
The price is P1,542
P3,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Archeo Hostel - Adults Only
Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Seaway İstanbul

Seaway İstanbul
Sultanahmet
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"This hotel offers excellent value. Its location on a quiet street along an outer wall of Topkapi Palace is superb for foreign visitors. The owner, Engin, is friendly and helpful, and genuinely wants his customers to enjoy their stay. I loved the ready availability of good coffee and excellent Turkish tea. I can’t say enough good things about Seaway Hotel. "
United States
J Peter
The price is P2,125
P2,359 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Seaway İstanbul
Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, WiFi (free)

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 P3,332
P3,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Keeper
WiFi (free)

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 P2,514
P2,790 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
TAKSİM LİFE HOUSE
Free daily buffet breakfast

Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments

Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments
Taksim
7.2 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"Great Staff , very friendly and helpful, the apartment was clean and very good"
United States
Ahmed
The price is P1,388
P1,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments
Premium bedding, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Piya Boutique Hotel

Piya Boutique Hotel
Sultanahmet
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (20 reviews)
"The place was comfortable, warm and the personal was so kind with us. I completely recommend 😉"
Turkey
Omar
The price is P1,716
P1,904 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Piya Boutique Hotel
Lobby lounge

The Central House Istanbul Taksim

The Central House Istanbul Taksim
Taksim
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (314 reviews)
"The staff is very helpful and friendly. central and nice place to accommodate"
United States
Davut
The price is P2,519
P2,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
The Central House Istanbul Taksim
Front of property

Mansion Milia

Mansion Milia
Büyükada
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Ocean view and breakfast was great. "
United States
Serkan
The price is P5,443
P6,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Mansion Milia
Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, blackout drapes

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse
Sultanahmet
7.8 out of 10, Good, (268 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 P2,117
P2,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse
View from room

Puffin Suites & Rooms

Puffin Suites & Rooms
Beşiktaş
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (158 reviews)
"Very kind hotel staff and very comfortable rooms in a central location "
United States
Zackery
The price is P3,177
P3,526 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Puffin Suites & Rooms
Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

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 P1,830
P2,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Old City Pansiyon
Terrace/patio

Second Home Hostel

Second Home Hostel
Istanbul City Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (47 reviews)
"best hostel ive been too, with a clean room and outgoing staff"
United States
Emilio
The price is P3,092
P3,433 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Second Home Hostel
View from property

Nobel Hostel Guesthouse

Nobel Hostel Guesthouse
Sultanahmet
7.0 out of 10, Good, (75 reviews)
"This is exactly as advertised! Hosts were very kind, offering tea and coffee all day as well as the complimentary breakfast. Perfect location for getting to all major attractions in the city as well as lots of dining options nearby. Would definitely recommend as an affordable stay in Istanbul!"
Canada
Matthew
The price is P2,402
P2,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Nobel Hostel Guesthouse
Cafe

Sanat Hostel Taksim

Sanat Hostel Taksim
Taksim
7.6 out of 10, Good, (190 reviews)
"its a nice place"
United States
rohail
The price is P1,080
P2,397 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Sanat Hostel Taksim
Garden

Yolohostel

Yolohostel
Kadıköy
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (53 reviews)
"It was a perfect place to stay in"
United Kingdom
Mohammad
The price is P3,085
P3,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Yolohostel
Property grounds

ivy hostel

ivy hostel
Taksim
The price is P6,209
P6,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
ivy hostel
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 P3,177
P3,526 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Avrasya Hostel
Terrace/patio

Campucity Kiz Ogrenci Yurdu Sisli - Hostel

Campucity Kiz Ogrenci Yurdu Sisli - Hostel
Şişli
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1 review)
"Hi There were no breakfast because of holidays I think. But they got total money that was supposed to include the breakfast price !"
United States
Neg
The price is P233
P259 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Campucity Kiz Ogrenci Yurdu Sisli - Hostel
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

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy

8/10 Good
"Good hotel. Just weird and a little scratchy to have wires behind a mirror that had no lights. I took a photo and informed the staff and let them know. They apologized in a WhatsApp message but provided no explanation as to why these were there. Furthermore, the door safety lock was broken. Other than these two issues, it was a beautiful hotel; breakfast was really good, and so was the staff."
Julie Anne 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy

Find out more about Istanbul

Istanbul Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,128
Accommodation
82 Hostels
Lowest Price
P259
Highest Price
P6,892

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Istanbul?
By choosing a hostel you can cut your spending on lodging 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 the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Istanbul?
Ready to book a hostel? These top picks have the best reviews from our customers and could be a good place to look first: The Central House Istanbul Taksim - Located within a 10-minute walk of Taksim Square. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and tour assistance. Rooms come with towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets. Palais Büyükada - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Mansion Milia - Guests can enjoy free breakfast and free WiFi. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Sanat Hostel Taksim - Located within a 5-minute walk of Istiklal Avenue. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and a nightclub. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms.
How many hostels will I find in Istanbul?
If you're in the market for somewhere affordable 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 definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's some information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 47°F. Average annual precipitation for Istanbul is 27 inches.
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, Blue Mosque, and Grand Bazaar. Get out into nature with places like Bosphorus, Gülhane Park, and Taksim Gezi Park. Cultural attractions include Topkapi Palace, 1001 Direk Sarnici, and Turkish and Islamic Art Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Istanbul while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Istanbul in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), 18.9 mi (30.4 km) away. An alternative is Istanbul Airport (IST), which is 21.2 mi (34.1 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. You can take advantage of metro transit at Sultanahmet Station, Gulhane Station, and Cemberlitas Station. To check out more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Istanbul Cankurtaran Station, Sirkeci Marmaray Station, or Istanbul Kumkapi Station.