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Popular hostels in Istanbul

Discover well-known properties in Istanbul that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 8,197 hotels in Istanbul and price data was last updated on 15 November 2025. The average price for a hotel in Istanbul is $30/night.
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Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with free breakfast, 5-minute walk to Hagia Sophia A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this hostel. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include a refrigerator in a common area, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Change of bedsheets is available on request. Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse offers 30 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Memory foam beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
7.6
Good
2040 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Turkey
Central hostel with free breakfast connected to a shopping center in Istanbul 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. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Nobel Hostel Guesthouse offers 12 accommodations. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages, irons/ironing boards, and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
7.9
Good
1414 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Seyithasan Sokak,No 12 Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, 3-minute 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
Rasimpaşa Mah. Rıhtım Cad. İ̇skele Sk. No:46Kadıköyy, Istanbul, Turkey
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
Air conditioning
8.2
Excellent
1300 reviews
Location
5.7 km from city centre
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
Only 200 metres from Blue Mosque, Stanpoli Hostel is an 4-minute walk to Hagia Sophia. It offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi access in all areas. Topkapi Palace is 800 metres away. All rooms of Stanpoli Hostel include air conditioning. Standard rooms also have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, hairdryer and toiletries. The dormitories also include a dressing table, custom bunk beds with curtains and private lockers. Breakfast is served in buffet style in the breakfast lounge. For lunch and dinner, there are many restaurants, cafes and bars within a short walking distance from the hostel. Sultanahmet Tram Station is a 7-minute walk from the property. Ataturk Airport is 19 km from Stanpoli Hostel. A shuttle service can be arranged on request at an additional fee. Laundry and currency exchange are available.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
1485 reviews
Location
2.9 km from city centre
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Kutlugün Sokak, no 28/a Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
Ideally situated in the centre of Istanbul, Cheers Vintage Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. 500 metres from Hagia Sophia and 500 metres from Blue Mosque, the property provides a terrace and a bar. The property is non-smoking and is situated 400 metres from Basilica Cistern. Featuring a private bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer, some rooms at the hostel also feature a sea view. The breakfast offers buffet, vegetarian or halal options. You can play darts at Cheers Vintage Hostel, and the area is popular for fishing. Speaking English, Spanish, Russian and Turkish at the reception, staff are ready to help around the clock. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Column of Constantine, Topkapi Palace and Spice Bazaar. Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is 40 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
1017 reviews
Location
2.6 km from city centre
Ebusuud Cad. No: 19, Sirkeci, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, 8-minute walk to Bosphorus 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
8.8
Excellent
380 reviews
Location
1.9 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
8.3
Excellent
227 reviews
Location
2.8 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 May ($13). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is August ($81).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Thursday ($13). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $27.

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 $36, 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 $7/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $7/night. For a 4-star hostel in Istanbul, the cheapest rate recently found was $12/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Istanbul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 53 days before your trip to Istanbul. The lowest price found when booking 53 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 $19 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 15 November 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.
Firuzaga Mahallesi Cezayir Sokak No 2 A, Istanbul, Turkey
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$19
Avg. per night
Civelek Sokak, Istanbul, Turkey
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$21
Avg. per night
Huseyin Aga Mah. Topraklule Sok No 1, Istanbul, Turkey
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$24
Avg. per night
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Turkey
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$27
Avg. per night
Küçük Bayram Sokak, Huseyin Aga Mah no 8, Istanbul, Turkey
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$27
Avg. per night
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Turkey
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$29
Avg. per night
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Turkey
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$31
Avg. per night
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$32
Avg. per night
Bayram Fırını Sokak No 7, Istanbul, Turkey
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$33
Avg. per night
Hoca Paşa, Hoca Paşa Sk No:20, Fatih/İ̇stanbul, Istanbul, Turkey
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$33
Avg. per night
Uzun Hafiz Sokak, Istanbul, Turkey
5.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
$36
Avg. per night
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Turkey
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$37
Avg. per night
Turan Caddesi 86, Istanbul, Turkey
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$37
Avg. per night
nihat sokak numara 15, Istanbul, Turkey
15.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$37
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 15 November 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
Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Turkey
Turan Caddesi 86, Istanbul, Turkey
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Turkey
Bülbül Mahallesi, Turan Cd. No 50, Istanbul, Turkey
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Turkey
2 stars and under
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Turkey
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Turkey
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Seyithasan Sokak,No 12 Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey

Other accommodations in Istanbul

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Binbirdirek Mah. Gedikpasa Cami Sok. No:66 Cemberlitas, Istanbul, Turkey
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$52
Avg. per night
Küçük Ayasofya, Yeğen Sk, 7, Istanbul, Turkey
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$68
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Turkey
3.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$34
Avg. per night
Kucukayasofya Mah. Ozbekler Sok. No:4/1, Istanbul, Turkey
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$42
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 15 November 2025.
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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 15 November 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    $31 per night is how much hostels in Istanbul cost, on average. $5 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $23 per night or less is a good deal. Istanbul hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with December being the most expensive month to book, and in September 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. Wabi Hostels is our most popular hostel in this area.

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

    Hanchi 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 to Fatih Camii. While there may be other hostels near Fatih Camii, Hanchi is highly rated (7.7/10) by 2,384 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 “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are hostels in Istanbul with “Wi-Fi” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 21 hostels have the “Wi-Fi” amenity in the Istanbul area. Wabi Hostels is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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