What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

$28 per night is how much hostels in Istanbul cost, on average. $7 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $26 per night or less is a good deal. Istanbul hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with February being the most expensive month to book, and in February being the cheapest.

What’s the best hostel in Istanbul?

Gökçe Pansiyon - Adult Only - Hostel is the best Istanbul hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Gökçe Pansiyon - Adult Only - Hostel has a rating of 10.0/10 from 1 review.

What hostel is closest to Istanbul Airport?

The closest Istanbul hostel to Istanbul Airport is Gökçe Pansiyon - Adult Only - Hostel, which is 30.0 km away.

What area of Istanbul is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Istanbul, 2% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in European Side in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. The Central House Istanbul Taksim is our most popular hostel in this area.

What is the most popular hostel in Istanbul closest to Fatih Camii?

Hanchi Hostel is the most popular hostel in Istanbul that’s close to Fatih Camii (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 2.1 km from Hanchi Hostel to Fatih Camii. While there may be other hostels near Fatih Camii, Hanchi Hostel is highly rated (7.7/10) by 2,476 users.

Should I stay in a Istanbul hostel?

Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Istanbul on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Istanbul offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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Travel insights for hostels in Istanbul

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Istanbul including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Istanbul?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Istanbul is May ($9). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is October ($87).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Istanbul?

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Wednesday ($12). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $52.

How much is a hostel in Istanbul tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Istanbul tonight starting as low as $6, rising to an average cost of $40, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $12 for a 4-star hostel in Istanbul for tonight.

How much is a Istanbul hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Istanbul this weekend for as little as $10/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $10/night. For a 4-star hostel in Istanbul, the cheapest rate recently found was $13/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Istanbul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 65 days before your trip to Istanbul. The lowest price found when booking 65 days ahead was $11 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Istanbul, Turkey

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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Paxx Istanbul Hotel & Hostel - Adults Only

Firuzaga Mahallesi Cezayir Sokak No 2 A, Istanbul, Turkey

0.4 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$17

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Popular hostels in Istanbul

Discover well-known properties in Istanbul that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 8,210 hotels in Istanbul and price data was last updated on 21 February 2026. The average price for a hotel in Istanbul is $28/night.

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Travel insights for hostels in Istanbul

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Istanbul?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Istanbul is May ($9). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is October ($87).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Istanbul?

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Wednesday ($12). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $52.

How much is a hostel in Istanbul tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Istanbul tonight starting as low as $6, rising to an average cost of $40, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $12 for a 4-star hostel in Istanbul for tonight.

How much is a Istanbul hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Istanbul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 65 days before your trip to Istanbul. The lowest price found when booking 65 days ahead was $11 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Istanbul, Turkey

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.

Hostel prices in Istanbul

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Where to stay in Istanbul

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Find useful tips and insights about staying in Istanbul to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 21 February 2026.

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Should I stay in a Istanbul hostel?

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