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Our top choices for Istanbul hostels

A restaurant with wooden benches and tables, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a railing.

1. 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 ￥2,549
￥5,660 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Antique Hostel & Guesthouse
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a pathway, and various restaurant signs.

2. Sanat Hostel Taksim

Sanat Hostel Taksim
Taksim
7.6 out of 10, Good, (204 reviews)
"Very convenient place. Downstairs just 5 mins to taksim street. And reception is very helpful. This building is also great if you would like these old architecture. Roof there’s breakfast. 我觉得最方便就是交通了，这个楼距离独立大街走路五分钟，随便走走就很方便啊，楼下还有吃的喝的"
Hong Kong SAR China
Xuefei
The price is ￥2,718
￥6,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Sanat Hostel Taksim
A staircase with a golden railing, carpeted steps, and a framed picture of a building on the wall.

3. Galata Sea Suites

Galata Sea Suites
Istanbul City Center
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
"It was the best hotel friendly staff and very helpful I recommend 100 percent I will be going back to this hotel I loved it there ❤️"
Canada
Natalia
The price is ￥6,449
￥7,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Galata Sea Suites
A modern kitchen with a long counter, bar stools, a coffee machine, and a refrigerator.

4. Seaway İstanbul

Seaway İstanbul
Sultanahmet
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 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 ￥6,073
￥6,741 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Seaway İstanbul
A hotel room with a bed, a window, and a radiator.

5. hilltop hostel

hilltop hostel
Istanbul City Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The rooms were cleaned everyday and the staff were amazing and helpful. They gave really good tips for what to do and the best places to visit plus they had a rooftop terrace and tge view there is simply spectacular"
United Kingdom
Scott
The price is ￥6,790
￥7,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
hilltop hostel
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a window with curtains.

6. Puffin Suites & Rooms

Puffin Suites & Rooms
Beşiktaş
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (163 reviews)
"Very kind hotel staff and very comfortable rooms in a central location "
United States
Zackery
The price is ￥7,655
￥8,498 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Puffin Suites & Rooms
A person working at a table with a laptop, a cup of coffee, and a window with a view of buildings.

7. Avrasya Hostel

Avrasya Hostel
Sultanahmet
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (107 reviews)
"Good place to stay"
United States
Jiji
The price is ￥7,657
￥8,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Avrasya Hostel
A two-story building with a balcony and a staircase leading to the entrance.

8. Mansion Milia

Mansion Milia
Büyükada
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
"Ocean view and breakfast was great. "
United States
Serkan
The price is ￥11,214
￥12,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Mansion Milia
A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a sofa, and a TV.

9. Nest Apart Ortaköy

Nest Apart Ortaköy
Beşiktaş
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (17 reviews)
"Maalesef 2 günlük iş seyahatim için tercih etmiştim ancak çok pişman oldum. Sebebi şunlar odaya ilk girdiğimde kirliydi yerde böcekler vardı, yatak örtüsü ve yorganda sarı sarı lekeler vardı hijyenik değildi, lavaboda ne bir sıvı sabun ne de bir tuvalet kâğıdı vardı bunları kendim gidip aldım ve orada bıraktım ki benden sonra girenler kullanabilsin. Oda çok küçük olduğu için boğucu bir havası var. Kısacası bir daha gider miyim bu eksiklikler giderilmediği sürece asla…"
Turkey
Halil
The price is ￥7,084
￥7,863 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Nest Apart Ortaköy
A courtyard with a wooden staircase, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

10. Yolohostel

Yolohostel
Kadıköy
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (61 reviews)
"This is a great hostel. Clean, well-maintained, and great staff. Water was hot and water pressure was good. Guests were respectful and friendly. Would recommend for an affordable stay in Kadiköy."
Canada
Katelyn
The price is ￥8,196
￥9,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Yolohostel
A hotel room with a wooden bed, green walls, and two bedside lamps.

11. Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse
Sultanahmet
7.8 out of 10, Good, (278 reviews)
"Very close to all historical locations and public transport, the management and staff is really cooperative"
Malaysia
Ihtesham ullah
The price is ￥2,512
￥5,845 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse
A hotel room with a large bed, a bedside table, a nightstand, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

12. Old City Pansiyon

Old City Pansiyon
Istanbul City Center
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Good price, small but many amenities. Located 15 minute walk to many major attractions."
United States
Brian
The price is ￥5,158
￥5,775 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Old City Pansiyon
Three people sitting on a bench with a view of buildings through a window.

13. 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 ￥11,272
￥12,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Second Home Hostel
A high-ceilinged room with ornate plasterwork and a skylight.

14. The Central House Istanbul Taksim

The Central House Istanbul Taksim
Taksim
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (328 reviews)
"Great location"
United Kingdom
Mohammadmehdi
The price is ￥5,686
￥6,312 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
The Central House Istanbul Taksim
An outdoor café area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and hanging baskets.

15. Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments

Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments
Taksim
6.8 out of 10, (8 reviews)
"Great Staff , very friendly and helpful, the apartment was clean and very good"
United States
Ahmed
The price is ￥4,762
￥5,286 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments
A hotel room with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a painting of a mosque.

16. 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 ￥7,178
￥10,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
TAKSİM LİFE HOUSE
A hotel room with two beds, each with a brown headboard and white bedding. There are two windows with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

17. 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 ￥9,642
￥10,889 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Keeper
A balcony with a table set for a meal, overlooking a pool and the sea.

18. Palais Büyükada

Palais Büyükada
Büyükada
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"Highly recommended this little gem of Buyukada. Clean rooms, delicious restaurants, nice pool to relax and sip on a drink or have a bite. Peaceful and relaxing stop for a couple days getaways."
United States
Haluk
The price is ￥14,057
￥15,604 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Palais Büyükada
A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a mirror, and a wall decorated with framed botanical prints.

19. HEYBELIADA

HEYBELIADA
Heybeliada
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (6 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 ￥8,926
￥10,068 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
HEYBELIADA
A rooftop terrace with a view of a cityscape, including a mosque with a minaret.

20. ivy hostel

ivy hostel
Taksim
The price is ￥15,917
￥17,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
ivy hostel
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The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

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Istanbul Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,525
Accommodation
67 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥5,286
Highest Price
￥17,668

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. 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. Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse - Located within a 5-minute walk of Hagia Sophia. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a restaurant. You'll find showers, hair dryers, 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 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 Hagia Sophia, Taksim Square, and Sultanahmet Square. Get out into nature with places like 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 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 21.3 mi (34.2 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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