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Stay Inn Taksim Hostel

Stay Inn Taksim Hostel

Stay Inn Taksim Hostel
2.0 star property
Taksim
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (258 reviews)
"Great price for a short stay. Very walkable to main shopping/restru "
United States
Corinne
The price is ￥1,927
￥4,551 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
Stay Inn Taksim Hostel
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Palais Büyükada

Palais Büyükada

Palais Büyükada
2.0 star property
Büyükada
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Amazing hotel"
United States
SALIH
The price is ￥14,037
￥15,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - Jan 17
Palais Büyükada
Standard Room | Free WiFi
TAKSİM LİFE HOUSE

TAKSİM LİFE HOUSE

TAKSİM LİFE HOUSE
1.0 star property
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 ￥5,892
￥6,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
TAKSİM LİFE HOUSE
Front of property
Mansion Milia

Mansion Milia

Mansion Milia
2.0 star property
Büyükada
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Ocean view and breakfast was great. "
United States
Serkan
The price is ￥15,091
￥16,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Mansion Milia
Terrace/patio
Avrasya Hostel

Avrasya Hostel

Avrasya Hostel
2.0 star property
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 ￥5,879
￥6,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Avrasya Hostel
Cafe
Sanat Hostel Taksim

Sanat Hostel Taksim

Sanat Hostel Taksim
2.0 star property
Taksim
7.6 out of 10, Good, (187 reviews)
"It’s was good for value For Money "
United Kingdom
Swetabh
The price is ￥1,983
￥4,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Sanat Hostel Taksim
Standard Double Room | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Seaway İstanbul

Seaway İstanbul

Seaway İstanbul
Sultanahmet
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 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 ￥7,643
￥8,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Seaway İstanbul
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Turkish cuisine, ocean views
Antique Hostel & Guesthouse

Antique Hostel & Guesthouse

Antique Hostel & Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Sultanahmet
7.8 out of 10, Good, (337 reviews)
"Fantastic, centrally located but quiet location and affordable price."
Australia
Vasko
Antique Hostel & Guesthouse
Economy Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Terrace/patio
Second Home Hostel

Second Home Hostel

Second Home Hostel
Istanbul City Center
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (43 reviews)
"Faruk, Ahmed and Semira were amazing hosts and showed us a great time in the city. I would recomend this place to anyone!!"
United States
john
Second Home Hostel
Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, blackout drapes
Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse
Sultanahmet
7.8 out of 10, Good, (255 reviews)
"Nice staff that was 24/7 and spoke English well. Room looked nothing like the pictures, but decent for the price. Lots of mold in the shower, and the breakfast was so sparse it shouldn’t count as breakfast. "
United States
Levi
Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse
Family Quadruple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Keeper

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
Keeper
Studio, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, free WiFi
Taksim Green House Hostel

Taksim Green House Hostel

Taksim Green House Hostel
Taksim
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (129 reviews)
"The beds had curtwhich felt privacy, the location is 10m walk from Taksim and the staff were really helpful "
United States
Antony
The price is ￥8,672
￥9,712 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14
Taksim Green House Hostel
View from property
Chilloutlya Hostel&Bar

Chilloutlya Hostel&Bar

Chilloutlya Hostel&Bar
Taksim
7.4 out of 10, Good, (9 reviews)
"In an excellent location. Easily accessible to everything "
United States
Leslie
Chilloutlya Hostel&Bar
Interior entrance
Hostel Le Banc

Hostel Le Banc

Hostel Le Banc
2.0 star property
Istanbul City Center
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Loved the location and the hospitality!"
United States
Raghuram
Hostel Le Banc
Comfort Double or Twin Room | View from room
Puffin Suites & Rooms

Puffin Suites & Rooms

Puffin Suites & Rooms
2.0 star property
Beşiktaş
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (153 reviews)
"Very kind hotel staff and very comfortable rooms in a central location "
United States
Zackery
The price is ￥7,276
￥8,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Puffin Suites & Rooms
Water view
Yolohostel

Yolohostel

Yolohostel
2.0 star property
Kadıköy
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (50 reviews)
"It was a perfect place to stay in"
United Kingdom
Mohammad
The price is ￥7,055
￥7,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12
Yolohostel
Restaurant
Nostalji Hostel

Nostalji Hostel

Nostalji Hostel
Taksim
7.4 out of 10, Good, (95 reviews)
"Being close to the city center and Taksim Square was very important to me, and Nostalgia Hostel solved this issue. In addition, the staff is nice and the terrace view is very beautiful. I recommend it for those looking for a short or long-term stay at an economical cost."
Turkey
Behanam
The price is ￥3,527
￥3,951 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Nostalji Hostel
Lobby lounge
The Central House Istanbul Taksim

The Central House Istanbul Taksim

The Central House Istanbul Taksim
2.0 star property
Taksim
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (288 reviews)
" it’s so clean and ppl so good ,it’s the best hostel in Istanbul."
United States
Adnan
The price is ￥5,820
￥6,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
The Central House Istanbul Taksim
Deluxe Double Room | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets
Piya Boutique Hotel

Piya Boutique Hotel

Piya Boutique Hotel
2.0 star property
Sultanahmet
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (11 reviews)
"The host was very kind"
United States
Nikolett
Piya Boutique Hotel
Triple Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Taxim Hostel - Adults Only

Taxim Hostel - Adults Only

Taxim Hostel - Adults Only
2.0 star property
Taksim
7.0 out of 10, Good, (102 reviews)
"Very helpful staff and very central area"
United States
Mujde
The price is ￥3,797
￥4,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Taxim Hostel - Adults Only
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

Recital Hotel

Recital Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Room is basic but meet the needs. Staff is very helpful"
Yanmin 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Recital Hotel

Find out more about Istanbul

Istanbul Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,073
Accommodation
83 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥4,293
Highest Price
￥16,943

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 options have the best reviews from our customers and might 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. Stay Inn Taksim Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Istiklal Avenue. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. Rooms come with towels, showers, and hair dryers. Nostalji Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Taşkışla Cable Car Station and Taksim Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. You'll find showers, TVs, and hair dryers 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 64 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 Taksim Square, Hagia Sophia, and Blue Mosque. Get out into nature with places like Gülhane Park, Taksim Gezi Park, and Golden Horn. 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 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.

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