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Featured Hostels in Istanbul

Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments
Free daily buffet breakfast

Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments

7.0 out of 10, Good, (6)
"Great Staff , very friendly and helpful, the apartment was clean and very good"
The price is AU$60
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments
Wabi Hostels
Terrace/patio

Wabi Hostels

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (280)
"Always a nice stay. Lovely stuff lovely place"
Wabi Hostels
Avrasya Hostel
Front of property

Avrasya Hostel

8.2 out of 10, Very good, (104)
"It is the best place to stay, the service is wonderful, great experience"
The price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Avrasya Hostel
Palais Büyükada
Seasonal outdoor pool

Palais Büyükada

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23)
"Amazing hotel"
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Palais Büyükada
Hush Hostel Lounge
Garden

Hush Hostel Lounge

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (260)
"Good value and location."
The price is AU$80
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hush Hostel Lounge
Gökçe Pansiyon - Adult Only - Hostel
Economy Shared Dormitory, Men only | View from room

Gökçe Pansiyon - Adult Only - Hostel

6.4 out of 10, (142)
"People was nice on friendly I enjoy it I want to go back again"
Gökçe Pansiyon - Adult Only - Hostel
Hostel Le Banc
Interior entrance

Hostel Le Banc

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"Loved the location and the hospitality!"
Hostel Le Banc
Manu Startup House
Front of property

Manu Startup House

9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (26)
"I stayed here 1 night in a private room and the staff were very helpful and friendly. The room was clean and brand new with a comfortable bed and fan for heating or cooling the room. It's a great place to stay for a short time or even a long time and close to the metro and shops. I enjoed my stay and a special thanks to Mr. Mert who was very nice and made sure my stay was satisfactory. Hope to stay again here in the future."
The price is AU$55
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Manu Startup House
Stay Inn Taksim Hostel
Café

Stay Inn Taksim Hostel

8.4 out of 10, Very good, (246)
"Great price for a short stay. Very walkable to main shopping/restru "
The price is AU$47
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay Inn Taksim Hostel
Sanat Hostel Taksim
Café

Sanat Hostel Taksim

7.4 out of 10, Good, (176)
"Very clean and decent people "
Sanat Hostel Taksim
Taksim Green House Hostel
Studio, 1 Bedroom

Taksim Green House Hostel

8.0 out of 10, Very good, (129)
"The beds had curtwhich felt privacy, the location is 10m walk from Taksim and the staff were really helpful "
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Taksim Green House Hostel
Mansion Milia
Front of property

Mansion Milia

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (37)
"mükemmel tek kelime ile"
The price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Mansion Milia
Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse
6 Bed Mixed Dorm Room With Shared Bathroom | Terrace/patio

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse

7.8 out of 10, Good, (250)
"Great hostel, wonderful staff. I highly recommend it, i’ll come back for sure!"
Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse
Antique Hostel & Guesthouse
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Turkish cuisine, sea views

Antique Hostel & Guesthouse

7.8 out of 10, Good, (335)
"Fantastic, centrally located but quiet location and affordable price."
Antique Hostel & Guesthouse
Keeper
Standard Triple Room

Keeper

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"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. "
Keeper
Gebze Kent Pansiyon
Standard Room, City View

Gebze Kent Pansiyon

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Es war schön sauber und freundliche Personal "
The price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Gebze Kent Pansiyon
Seaway İstanbul
Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Seaway İstanbul

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"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. "
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Seaway İstanbul
Nest Apart Ortaköy
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Nest Apart Ortaköy

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
The price is AU$80
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Nest Apart Ortaköy
IDA Istanbul
View from property

IDA Istanbul

5.0 out of 10, (2)
"I booked a single room but they sent me to. Room of 2 people and they woke me up at 9am to ask me when will i leave :))))… Wow.. Hospitality.."
IDA Istanbul
Taxim Hostel - Adults Only
Room, 1 Double Bed

Taxim Hostel - Adults Only

7.0 out of 10, Good, (99)
"Very helpful staff and very central area"
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

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy

Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy

10/10 Excellent
"It was my first time traveling alone in a different country, I felt safe and comfortable for my layover. Thank you. "
Jenny 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hampton by Hilton Istanbul Airport, Arnavutkoy

Find out more about Istanbul

Find out more about Istanbul

Istanbul Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,225
Accommodation
80 Hostels
Lowest Price
AU$47
Highest Price
AU$160

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Istanbul?
By going with a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations 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 identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Istanbul?
Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start looking: Wabi Hostels - Located within a 10-minute walk of Taksim Square. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. Rooms come with towels, hairdryers and bed sheets. Palais Büyükada - You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find towels, hairdryers 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 Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Mansion Milia - Guests can enjoy free breakfast and free Wi-Fi. You'll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms. Antique Hostel & Guesthouse - Located within a 5-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as a restaurant. You'll find hairdryers, free Wi-Fi and free toiletries in all rooms.
How many hostels will I be able to find in Istanbul?
If you're hoping to find an affordable place 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 always better when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Istanbul is 683 mm.
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 Taksim Square. Get out into nature with places such as Gülhane Park, Taksim Gezi Park and Golden Horn. Cultural attractions include Topkapi Palace, Turkish and Islamic Art Museum 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 Istanbul in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), located 18.9 mi (30.4 km) away. An alternative is Istanbul (IST), which is 21.2 mi (34.1 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transport during your trip. Take advantage of metro transport at Sultanahmet Station, Gulhane Station and Cemberlitas Station. To see more of the area, take a train from Istanbul Cankurtaran Station, Sirkeci Marmaray Station or Istanbul Kumkapi Station.

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