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Popular hostels in Istanbul

Discover well-known properties in Istanbul that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 12,721 hotels in Istanbul and price data was last updated on 25 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Istanbul is $23/night.
The following hostels are among the most sought after in the Istanbul area. Users seeking more options can adjust the settings in the search form at the top of the page.
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Civelek Sokak, Istanbul, Türkiye
Gokce Pansiyon - Adult Only is situated in Istanbul and offers complimentary wireless internet. It also features a laundry service and a 24-hour reception.
Free Wi-Fi
Location
5.1 km from city centre
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye
Located in lively Fatih, just five minutes from Cankurtaran Railway Station, Antique Hostel - Guest House provides free Wi-Fi, a sun deck and an express check-in and check-out feature. It is also situated a five-minute walk from the Sultan Ahmed Mosque and the Hagia Sophia, and offers a shuttle service.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
1207 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Türkiye
Strategically located in the centre of the city, this 4-star hostel makes for an excellent base in Istanbul. It is close to Istiklal Avenue, restaurants and shops.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
966 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
Cihangir Mahallesi Purtelas Sok No: 42, Istanbul, Türkiye
Set in the heart of the city, Levanten Hostel offers easy access to Istanbul's main shopping and sightseeing areas. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
6.0
Good
279 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Türkiye
Strategically located in the middle of the city, this 3-star hostel makes for an ideal base in Istanbul. It is located a brief stroll from the Monument of the Republic, Istiklal Avenue and Taksim Square.
Free Wi-Fi
7.1
Good
764 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
Küçük Ayasofya Mahallesi, Küçük Ayasofya Caddesi No : 53/A, Fatih/İ̇stanbul,Turkeyy, Istanbul, Türkiye
Armis Istanbul House provides a comfortable setting when in Istanbul. It is also a short walk from the Little Hagia Sophia and the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, and is close to many of the area's attractions.
5.2
Okay
128 reviews
Location
2.9 km from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Istanbul

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Istanbul. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Cheapest month:January
Most expensive month:June
Average price in Istanbul:$23/night
Cheapest price found:$8/night
Cheapest day:Saturday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
$13 - $44
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$17 - $39
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Istanbul hostels

Browse through properties in Istanbul that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 12,721 properties in Istanbul and data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Our users rated these hostels as some of the best places to stay in Istanbul. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews and hostel descriptions and amenities.
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Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Türkiye
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$44
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Seyithasan Sokak,No 12 Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, Türkiye
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$68
Avg. per night
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Türkiye
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$29
Avg. per night
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$39
Avg. per night
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Türkiye
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$78
Avg. per night
Rasimpaşa Mah. Rıhtım Cad. İ̇skele Sk. No:46Kadıköyy, Istanbul, Türkiye
5.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$37
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Istanbul, Türkiye

Discover affordable stays in Istanbul that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Istanbul can be found for as low as $17 per night. There is currently one property in Istanbul that can be booked for this price. Paxx Istanbul Hotel & Hostel - Adults Only is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024
These Istanbul properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
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Firuzaga Mahallesi Cezayir Sokak No 2 A, Istanbul, Türkiye
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$17
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Katip Mustafa Celebi Mah. Kucuk Parmakkapi Sok. No:13 Beyoglu, Istanbul, Türkiye
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$22
Avg. per night
Huseyin Aga Mah. Topraklule Sok No 1, Istanbul, Türkiye
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$24
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Istanbul

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Istanbul to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Istanbul at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
We've come across the following hostels in Istanbul with different price and hostel class options. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hostel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye
Cankurtaran Mh., Akbiyik Cd No:17, Istanbul, Türkiye
3 stars
3 stars
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Türkiye

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Other accommodations in Istanbul

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Istanbul, Türkiye
1.1 km from city centre
$66
Avg. per night
Refik Saydam Cad.Tepebasi Bulvari No.37, Istanbul, Türkiye
0.3 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$131
Avg. per night
Halkali Merkez Mah Fatih Caddesi No. 99, Istanbul, Türkiye
14.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$98
Avg. per night
Cumhuriyet Cad. No:31, Istanbul, Türkiye
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$148
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Istanbul

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Istanbul to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Whether you're visiting Istanbul for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. As an added benefit, users can click a hostel they're interesting in to find helpful information and deals for that hostel.

Facts about staying in Istanbul

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Istanbul to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    $24/night is an average price for a hostel in Istanbul throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in May is the most expensive month to book, and in July is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Istanbul hostels for as low as $9/night. In general, Istanbul hostels for $18 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Istanbul?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Istanbul is Wabi Sabi Hostel Istanbul. 821 users from HotelsCombined gave the Wabi Sabi Hostel Istanbul a 8.8/10 rating.

  • What hostel is closest to Istanbul Airport?

    The closest Istanbul hostel to Istanbul Airport is Wabi Sabi Hostel Istanbul, which is 32.9 km away.

  • What area of Istanbul is most popular to stay in?

    European Side is the most popular area of Istanbul to stay in. In the past year, 10% of HotelsCombined users looking for Istanbul hostels searched within European Side. Cheers Hostel is a popular hostel in European Side if you choose to stay in the area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Istanbul closest to Taksim Square?

    Taksim Green House Hostel happens to be the most popular Istanbul hostel near Taksim Square among our users. The Taksim Green House Hostel has a current rating of 7.7 from 330 HotelsCombined travellers. Taksim Square is also conveniently located just 0.6 km from this hostel.

  • Should I stay in a Istanbul hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Istanbul hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Istanbul.

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