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Hostel Le Banc

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Attractively situated in the centre of Istanbul, Hostel Le Banc features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

J
Jahongir
From
Uzbekistan
One of the best hostels I have stayed in. 10/10. Personnel is fantastic! Very friendly and helpful! I will miss you guys. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,070 reviews
Price from
US$100.05
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Nelly

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Located in Istanbul, within 1.1 km of Taksim Metro Station and 1 km of Taksim Square, Hostel Nelly provides free WiFi.

S
Susan
From
United Arab Emirates
We loved our stay! Nelly is beyond perfect! She was kind, helpful and accommodative 🤗 would go back 100%. The view from her terrace is beautiful. Everything was super clean and well maintained! Always ready to help.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$28.95
1 night, 2 adults

Archeo

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Situated in Istanbul, 1.2 km from Taksim Square, Archeo offers air-conditioned accommodation and a terrace.

N
Nazare
From
Romania
Location is next to galata port.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,308 reviews
Price from
US$100.11
1 night, 2 adults

Manu Startup House

Atasehir, Istanbul

Featuring a shared lounge, Manu Startup House is located in Istanbul in the Marmara Region region, 13 km from Maiden's Tower and 17 km from Dolmabahce Palace.

T
Tatiana
From
France
Easy to check-in, very convenient to go from the airport, direct metro line!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 557 reviews
Price from
US$37.52
1 night, 2 adults

Taksim History Wooden Hostel

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Taksim History Wooden Hostel is conveniently located in Istanbul, and offers a garden and free WiFi.

B
Blerta
From
Kosovo
The staff Very friendly and very helpful with the facilities. Location very close to Taksim Center, safe place. You have also locker inside the room. The bedsheets was clean. You can also use the kitchen all the facilities needed was there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews
Price from
US$46.32
1 night, 2 adults

Rodin Hostel

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Featuring a shared lounge, Rodin Hostel is located in the centre of Istanbul, 300 metres from Istiklal Street.

J
Jasmin
From
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Very nice atmosphere in common area, great location in a very center of European side of Istanbul, very clean and good maintained. Came in for 2 days decided to stay 3 more days, heads up keep great work.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 739 reviews
Price from
US$53.15
1 night, 2 adults

10m2 Hotel

Sisli, Istanbul

Set in Istanbul and within 1.1 km of Istanbul Sapphire, 10m2 Hotel has a shared lounge, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

J
Jonathan
From
United Kingdom
The location was great, very central, and easy to find. I liked the breakfast and coffee, and the staff were all really pleasant and extremely helpful. We even got "sent with water" on the way back to the airport...I don't know what the gentleman with the Australian accent is called but he was really friendly, helpful and overall a great guy! All the staff were amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews
Price from
US$98.42
1 night, 2 adults

Windrose Hostel Istanbul

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Situated in Istanbul, 400 metres from Taksim Square, Windrose Hostel Istanbul offers accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking and a terrace.

R
Rick_Stargazer
From
Morocco
My experience at this Istanbul hostel was outstanding, largely due to the welcoming staff, especially Hervé, who went above and beyond to make me feel at home. The hostel's location right on Istiklal Avenue was incredibly convenient, allowing for easy exploration of the city. The icing on the cake was the flawless Wi-Fi, ensuring a seamless stay. I can't recommend it enough for a warm and comfortable stay in Istanbul.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews
Price from
US$29.18
1 night, 2 adults

Cheers Vintage Hostel

Fatih, Istanbul

Ideally situated in the centre of Istanbul, Cheers Vintage Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

A
Abdulkarim Alobaid
From
Malaysia
Great 👍 Very close to the Blue Mosque. Clean, comfortable beds. And the staff is very helpful .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 896 reviews
Price from
US$54.34
1 night, 2 adults

Chambers of the Boheme

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Attractively set in the centre of Istanbul, Chambers of the Boheme features air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar.

J
Jem
From
Philippines
The owner was very nice and welcoming. He offered me everything I needed for my short stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews
Price from
US$81.06
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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  • Cheers Vintage Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 896 reviews

    Ideally situated in the centre of Istanbul, Cheers Vintage Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. 500 metres from Hagia Sophia and 500 metres from Blue Mosque,...

    From US$71.45 per night
  • Antique Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 941 reviews

    Situated in the heart of the historic Sultanahmet district, Antique Hostel is only a few steps from Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.

    From US$74.52 per night
  • Stanpoli Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 769 reviews

    Only 200 metres from Blue Mosque, Stanpoli Hostel is an 4-minute walk to Hagia Sophia. It offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi access in all areas. Topkapi Palace is 800 metres away.

    From US$67.74 per night
  • Second Home Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 112 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge and a terrace, Second Home Hostel is attractively situated in the centre of Istanbul, 600 metres from Basilica Cistern.

    From US$81.06 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

    Located in Istanbul and with Hagia Sophia reachable within 500 metres, Istanbul Hotel&Guesthouse provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the...

    From US$119.85 per night
  • Big Apple Hotel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 658 reviews

    Conveniently situated in the centre of Istanbul, Big Apple Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From US$72.95 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,086 reviews

    Only 250 metres from Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Sultan Hostel&Guesthouse has a central location in the historical Sultanahmet district.

    From US$66.01 per night
  • Cheers Lighthouse

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,568 reviews

    Only 300 metres from Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, Cheer Lighthouse is located in the historic Sultanahmet area of Istanbul.

    From US$80.77 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

    Attractively set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Only For Families Apartment is situated 1.7 km from Spice Bazaar, 1.6 km from Suleymaniye Mosque and 2.8 km from Galata Tower.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.9
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews

    Conveniently set in Istanbul, Paxx Istanbul Hotel&Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a restaurant. Featuring an ATM, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

    From US$25.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 606 reviews

    Attractively situated in Istanbul, Sanat Hostel Taksim features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

    Attractively set in the centre of Istanbul, XALİLA HOSTEL & CAFE LADİES ROOM features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • city hostel

    Beyoglu, Istanbul
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Situated conveniently in Istanbul, city hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 981 reviews

    Hush Hostel lounge offer free WiFi and modern dorms and rooms on the Anatolian side of Istanbul. There is a spacious garden and a rooftop terrace with views of the Bosphorus.

    From US$56.74 per night
  • SF Hotel & Residence

    Pasakoy
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Pasakoy, SF Hotel & Residence features a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Istanbul and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 885 reviews

    Cheers Hostel Istanbul is located in the heart of Sultanahmet, just minutes from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. It offers a terrace bar with views of the Old Istanbul.

    From US$91.48 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 773 reviews

    Conveniently located in the centre of Istanbul, Bahaus Guesthouse Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From US$52.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews

    This intimate Art Deco-style hotel has a rooftop terrace with views of the Sea of Marmara. It is quietly located, less than 400 metres from Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

    From US$80.77 per night
  • Hostelist

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

    1.2 km from Basilica Cistern, Hostelist is situated in Istanbul and offers free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

    From US$34.73 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews

    Boasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Istanbul Harmony Hostel is situated in the centre of Istanbul, 700 metres from Basilica Cistern.

    From US$46.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

    Well set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Piya Boutique Hotel is located less than 1 km from Hagia Sophia, a 10-minute walk from Basilica Cistern and 1.1 km from Column of Constantine.

    From US$34.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,519 reviews

    Hanchi Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Istanbul.

    From US$89.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    Providing free WiFi throughout the property, Mimen Hostel is located in Istanbul, less than 1 km from Spice Bazaar and a 7-minute walk from Suleymaniye Mosque.

    From US$115.80 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Istanbul

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  • Avg. price/night: US$98.43
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 666 reviews
    My 3rd time staying at yolo. Lovely clean big and comfy rooms. Great location and value for money. The laundry service is cheap and quick. Lovely staff and atmosphere without it being a party hostel :)
    Guest review by
    Anna
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: US$67.74
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 769 reviews
    The best hostel. Great people, great hospitality. Very friendly people. 100% recommended. The staff are so nice and understanding, also clean rooms. Great location.
    Guest review by
    Apoorva
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$46.32
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 445 reviews
    An amazing hostel, in a great location. Super lovely neighbourhood full of restaurants and cafés. Close to metro and ferry links. The staff are super lovely and helpful. The best hostel we stayed in in Istanbul without a shadow of a doubt.
    Guest review by
    henry
    Young couple