Hostels in Istanbul

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Istanbul is February ($15). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is August ($19).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Friday ($11). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $45.

How early should you book a hostel in Istanbul?

Based on hostel prices in Istanbul found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

Book at least 82 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Istanbul hostel.

Cheapest hostels in Istanbul, Türkiye (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 $30 per night. There is currently one property in Istanbul that can be booked for this price. Nobel Hostel Guesthouse is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 5 August 2026
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.
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$30
Avg. per night
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$31
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$32
Avg. per night
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
Avg. per night
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
Avg. per night
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$55
Avg. per night
Kucukayasofya Mah. Cayiroglu Sok. No 7, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$55
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Seyithasan Sokak,No 12 Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$57
Avg. per night
Hocapasa Mh. Ebusuud Cd. No:19 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$70
Avg. per night
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$129
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 5 August 2026.
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
Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2 stars and under
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Seyithasan Sokak,No 12 Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)

Other accommodations in Istanbul

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Istanbul.
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
17.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$70
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
13.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$65
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
12.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$38
Avg. per night
Akbiyik Cad. Terbiyik Sok. No:15 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$55
Avg. per night
Binbirdirek Mah. Gedikpasa Cami Sok. No:66 Cemberlitas, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$48
Avg. per night
Küçük Ayasofya, Yeğen Sk, 7, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$37
Avg. per night
Halaskargazi Cd. No 96 Osmanbey, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.9 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$118
Avg. per night
Tesvikiye Mahallesi,Vali Konagi Cad. Sinoplu Sehit Cemal Sokak, No : 9 Sisli, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$114
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 5 August 2026.
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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 5 August 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    $18 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 $14 per night or less is a good deal. Istanbul hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with August being the most expensive month to book, and in May being the cheapest.

  • What’s the best hostel in Istanbul?

    Stanpoli Hostel is the best Istanbul hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Stanpoli Hostel has a rating of 8.9/10 from 1,516 reviews.

  • What hostel is closest to Istanbul Airport?

    The closest Istanbul hostel to Istanbul Airport is The Central House Istanbul Taksim, which is 32.9 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?

    Second Home Hostel is the most popular hostel in Istanbul that’s close to Fatih Camii (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 2.3 km from Second Home Hostel to Fatih Camii. While there may be other hostels near Fatih Camii, Second Home Hostel is highly rated (8.3/10) by 360 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.

  • Does Istanbul have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are hostels in Istanbul with “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 18 hostels have the “Air-conditioned” amenity in the Istanbul area. The Central House Istanbul Taksim is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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