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Popular hostels in Istanbul

Discover well-known properties in Istanbul that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 12,784 hotels in Istanbul and price data was last updated on 26 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Istanbul is $30/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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Cihangir Mahallesi Purtelas Sok No: 42, Istanbul, Türkiye
Set in the heart of the city, Levanten Hostel offers easy access to Istanbul's main shopping and sightseeing areas. It also provides an express check-in and check-out feature, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour reception.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
6.0
Good
279 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye
Set in Fatih, Stanpoli Hostel is just moments from the Little Hagia Sophia. It is located a short walk from the Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Hippodrome of Constantinople and the Hagia Sophia.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
801 reviews
Location
2.9 km from city centre
Katip Mustafa Çelebi Mah. Billurcu Sokak, Mücadele Çikmazi no.5 Beyoglu, Istanbul, Türkiye
Situated in the heart of the city, Windrose Hostel Istanbul offers easy access to Istanbul's main sightseeing and retail areas. Guests can also make use of complimentary wireless internet during their stay.
Free Wi-Fi
7.5
Good
227 reviews
Location
0.9 km from city centre
Rasimpaşa Mah. Rıhtım Cad. İ̇skele Sk. No:46Kadıköyy, Istanbul, Türkiye
Located within walking distance of Altiyol Station, Hush Hostel Lounge offers guests an ideal base while in Istanbul. The various amenities this cosy hostel offers include an express check-in and check-out feature, a rooftop terrace and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
969 reviews
Location
5.7 km from city centre
Zeynep Kamil Mah. Balcilar Yokusu No. 69, Istanbul, Türkiye
Veni Vidi Dormi provides 3-star accommodation in Istanbul. It also offers a swimming pool and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Location
4.1 km from city centre
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Türkiye
Strategically located in the centre of the city, this 4-star hostel makes for an excellent base in Istanbul. It is close to Istiklal Avenue, restaurants and shops.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
974 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
Huseyin Aga Mah. Topraklule Sok No 1, Istanbul, Türkiye
Conveniently located in the heart of the city, this 3-star hostel makes for an ideal base in Istanbul. It is close to Istiklal Avenue, shops and nightlife options.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.6
Good
333 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye
Situated in Sisli, Bunk Hostel is within walking distance of several local tourist attractions, including the Istanbul Military Museum. This modern hostel is set in the heart of the city.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
821 reviews
Location
1.8 km from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Istanbul

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Istanbul. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Cheapest month:November
Most expensive month:September
Average price in Istanbul:$30/night
Cheapest price found:$7/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Wednesday
$8 - $74
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$7 - $61
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Istanbul hostels

Browse through properties in Istanbul that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 12,784 properties in Istanbul and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Our users rated these Istanbul hostels among the best places to stay. Learn why these hostels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
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Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Türkiye
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$27
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Seyithasan Sokak,No 12 Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, Türkiye
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$40
Avg. per night
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Türkiye
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$17
Avg. per night
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Türkiye
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$47
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mh., Akbiyik Cd No:17, Istanbul, Türkiye
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$14
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Istanbul, Türkiye

Discover affordable stays in Istanbul that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Istanbul can be found for as low as $10 per night. There is currently one property in Istanbul that can be booked for this price. Taksim City Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 26 April 2024
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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Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Türkiye
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$10
Avg. per night
Firuzaga Mahallesi Cezayir Sokak No 2 A, Istanbul, Türkiye
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$10
Avg. per night
Civelek Sokak, Istanbul, Türkiye
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$13
Avg. per night
Küçük Ayasofya Mahallesi, Küçük Ayasofya Caddesi No : 53/A, Fatih/İ̇stanbul,Turkeyy, Istanbul, Türkiye
2.9 km from city centre
$13
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 26 April 2024.
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.
2 stars
2 stars and under
Rasimpaşa Mah. Rıhtım Cad. İ̇skele Sk. No:46Kadıköyy, Istanbul, Türkiye
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye
Cihangir Mahallesi Purtelas Sok No: 42, Istanbul, Türkiye
3 stars
3 stars
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye
Katip Mustafa Çelebi Mah. Billurcu Sokak, Mücadele Çikmazi no.5 Beyoglu, Istanbul, Türkiye
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Türkiye

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Other accommodations in Istanbul

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Istanbul, Türkiye
1.1 km from city centre
$39
Avg. per night
Halkali Merkez Mah Fatih Caddesi No. 99, Istanbul, Türkiye
14.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$58
Avg. per night
Hocapasa Darüssade Sk No 8, Istanbul, Türkiye
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$87
Avg. per night
Cumhuriyet Cad. No:31, Istanbul, Türkiye
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$89
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 26 April 2024.
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 26 April 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    $31 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 $27 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 November being the cheapest.

  • What’s the best hostel in Istanbul?

    Chillsteps Hostel is the best Istanbul hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Chillsteps Hostel has a rating of 9.1/10 from 101 reviews.

  • 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 Galata is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Istanbul closest to Sultan Ahmet Camii?

    Nobel Hostel Guesthouse is the most popular hostel in Istanbul that’s close to Sultan Ahmet Camii (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.2 km from Nobel Hostel Guesthouse to Sultan Ahmet Camii. While there may be other hostels near Sultan Ahmet Camii, Nobel Hostel Guesthouse is highly rated (6.1/10) by 70 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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