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Popular hostels in Istanbul

Discover well-known properties in Istanbul that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 10,743 hotels in Istanbul and price data was last updated on 30 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Istanbul is $23/night.
The following hostels are among the most sought after in the Istanbul area. Try adjusting the dates or room and guest combinations if you're not seeing the options you're looking for.
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Civelek Sokak, Istanbul, Turkey
Adults-only Istanbul hostel in Kâğıthane with a 24-hour front desk Concierge services, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a library, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and change of bedsheets is available on request. Gökçe Pansiyon - Adult Only - Hostel offers 250 accommodations. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
10.0
Excellent
1 reviews
Location
5.1 km from city centre
Bayram Firini Sk. No 7, Istanbul, Turkey
Family-friendly Istanbul hostel in Sultanahmet with 17 restaurants Along with 17 restaurants, this smoke-free hostel has a nightclub and 17 bars/lounges. Free full breakfast, free self parking, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include 17 coffee shops/cafes, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. BAHAUS HOSTEL offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include computer monitors and printers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.7
Good
644 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Turkey
Central hostel connected to a shopping center in Sultanahmet with free breakfast A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this hostel. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free train station pick-up are also provided. Other amenities include self parking, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Nobel Hostel Guesthouse offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.9
Good
1450 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Seyithasan Sokak,No 12 Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Hagia Sophia A rooftop terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a 24-hour front desk are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include tour/ticket assistance and a front-desk safe. Avrasya Hostel offers 6 accommodations with air conditioning. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Refrigerators, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.4
Excellent
10 reviews
Location
2.6 km from city centre
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel in Istanbul, a short walk to Hagia Sophia This smoke-free hostel features laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and free WiFi in public areas. Piya Hostel offers 12 accommodations with hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
6.6
Good
579 reviews
Location
3.0 km from city centre
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Taksim Square This hostel features coffee/tea in a common area, 24-hour room service, and dry cleaning. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-in are onsite. Taksim Green House Hostel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and bidets. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
7.4
Good
700 reviews
Location
1.7 km from city centre
Sinanpasa Mah. Ihlamurdere Cd. Celebioglu Sk. No:11 Besiktas, Istanbul, Turkey
Boasting a shared lounge and a terrace, Puffin Boutique - Istanbul is set in the centre of Istanbul, 1.8 km from Dolmabahce Palace. The property is situated 1.4 km from Dolmabahce Clock Tower, 1.9 km from Istanbul Congress Center and 3.4 km from Taksim Metro Station. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property. With a private bathroom fitted with a shower and a hairdryer, some units at the hostel also have a city view. Taksim Square is 3.4 km from Puffin Boutique - Istanbul, while Istiklal Street is 4 km from the property. Istanbul Airport is 37 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
240 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
Uzun Hafiz Sokak, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel in Istanbul, a short walk to Bosphorus Concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, express check-in, express check-out, and free newspapers are onsite. Bathrooms are shared. Kevin's Hostel offers 14 accommodations with complimentary weekday newspapers and shared/communal kitchens. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate dining areas and include desks. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
6.8
Good
151 reviews
Location
5.9 km from city centre
Ebusuud Cad. No: 19, Sirkeci, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Egyptian Bazaar This hostel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a rooftop terrace. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, 24-hour room service, and concierge services. Limited housekeeping is available. Second Home Hostel offers 15 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. These individually furnished accommodations include desks. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Bathrooms include showers. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
379 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
Tellalzade Sk., Istanbul, Turkey
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
427 reviews
Location
6.2 km from city centre

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 February ($8). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is November ($56).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Monday ($14). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is $23.

How much is a hostel in Istanbul tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Istanbul tonight starting as low as $7, rising to an average cost of $41, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $8 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 $7/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $11/night. For a 4-star hostel in Istanbul, the cheapest rate recently found was $7/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Istanbul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 64 days before your trip to Istanbul. The lowest price found when booking 64 days ahead was $9 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Istanbul, Turkey

Discover affordable stays in Istanbul that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Istanbul can be found for as low as $9 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 30 April 2025
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, Turkey
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$9
Avg. per night
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Turkey
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$11
Avg. per night
Huseyin Aga Mah. Topraklule Sok No 1, Istanbul, Turkey
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$15
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mh., Akbiyik Cd No:17, Istanbul, Turkey
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$16
Avg. per night
Cihangir Mahallesi Purtelas Sok No: 42, Istanbul, Turkey
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$16
Avg. per night
Katip Mustafa Celebi Mah. Kucuk Parmakkapi Sok. No:13 Beyoglu, Istanbul, Turkey
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$16
Avg. per night
Hudavendigar Cad Hocapasa Mah No 20 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Turkey
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$16
Avg. per night
Küçük Bayram Sokak, Huseyin Aga Mah no 8, Istanbul, Turkey
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$17
Avg. per night
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$19
Avg. per night
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Turkey
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$20
Avg. per night
Rasimpaşa Mah. Rıhtım Cad. İ̇skele Sk. No:46Kadıköyy, Istanbul, Turkey
5.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$20
Avg. per night
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Turkey
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Kutlugün Sokak no 28/a Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$25
Avg. per night
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$25
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 30 April 2025.
A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in Istanbul. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hostels within each hostel class.
3 stars
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Turkey
Bülbül Mahallesi, Turan Cd. No 50, Istanbul, Turkey
Sinanpasa Mah. Ihlamurdere Cd. Celebioglu Sk. No:11 Besiktas, Istanbul, Turkey
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Turkey
2 stars and under
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Turkey
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
Cihangir Mahallesi Purtelas Sok No: 42, Istanbul, Turkey
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Turkey
Cankurtaran Mh., Akbiyik Cd No:17, Istanbul, Turkey

Other accommodations in Istanbul

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Istanbul, Turkey
0.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$53
Avg. per night
Halkali Merkez Mah Fatih Caddesi No. 99, Istanbul, Turkey
14.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$71
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 30 April 2025.
Navigate to the areas in Istanbul you plan to visit to find hostels that are close by. You can find more information on a particular hostel within the map by clicking on its name.

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 30 April 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    $23 per night is how much hostels in Istanbul cost, on average. $8 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $15 per night or less is a good deal. Istanbul hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with June being the most expensive month to book, and in April 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, 1% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in European Side in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Paxx Istanbul Hotel & Hostel - Adults Only 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 (7.8/10) by 2,314 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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