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Hostel Le Banc

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Attractively situated in the centre of Istanbul, Hostel Le Banc features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

M
Mohit Mendiratta Desi
From
United Arab Emirates
The staff were really friendly. Particularly Lina, Julia and Suleyman. They went out of their way to make it cost and warm. Would go back in a blink.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,062 reviews
Price from
US$100.73
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Nelly

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Located in Istanbul, within 1.1 km of Taksim Metro Station and 1 km of Taksim Square, Hostel Nelly provides free WiFi.

S
Susan
From
United Arab Emirates
We loved our stay! Nelly is beyond perfect! She was kind, helpful and accommodative 🤗 would go back 100%. The view from her terrace is beautiful. Everything was super clean and well maintained! Always ready to help.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$29.15
1 night, 2 adults

Archeo

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Situated in Istanbul, 1.2 km from Taksim Square, Archeo offers air-conditioned accommodation and a terrace.

I
Iuliia
From
Finland
such a good place. 10 min walking to the metro. closer to all the tourists places. nice view from the window. I love it
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,285 reviews
Price from
US$100.79
1 night, 2 adults

Ferah Hostel

Fatih, Istanbul

Situated in Istanbul, less than 1 km from Spice Bazaar, Ferah Hostel provides express check-in and check-out and free WiFi.

D
Diego
From
Romania
The hospitality of the owner was great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
Price from
US$52.46
1 night, 2 adults

Manu Startup House

Atasehir, Istanbul

Featuring a shared lounge, Manu Startup House is located in Istanbul in the Marmara Region region, 13 km from Maiden's Tower and 17 km from Dolmabahce Palace.

N
Nathan
From
United Kingdom
Manu is a very hard working great host. You can get washing done. Place is spotlessly clean. In a great location on the Asian side with metro close. Quiet area and neighbourhood good to go back to after a busy day in the centre. Amazing people I met. Good shower and facilities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 563 reviews
Price from
US$37.77
1 night, 2 adults

Taksim History Wooden Hostel

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Taksim History Wooden Hostel is conveniently located in Istanbul, and offers a garden and free WiFi.

E
Enrique Joaquin
From
Spain
Both recepcionists, one from Egypt and the other one from Turket, are amazing people !!! They even shared their own breakfast and dinner with me and gave me the very best directions for shopping in Istanbul !!! TOP TEN !!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 452 reviews
Price from
US$46.63
1 night, 2 adults

Ferah Otel

Fatih, Istanbul

Less than 1 km from Spice Bazaar, Ferah Otel is set in Istanbul and features free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

G
Giorgio
From
Italy
The price , the location, the room, the tv and especially the bed is really comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 830 reviews
Price from
US$73.45
1 night, 2 adults

10m2 Hotel

Sisli, Istanbul

Set in Istanbul and within 1.1 km of Istanbul Sapphire, 10m2 Hotel has a shared lounge, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

N
Nkurlu
From
Tanzania
The location was perfect! Close to all kinds of transport, restaurants and shopping malls.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews
Price from
US$99.09
1 night, 2 adults

Cheers Vintage Hostel

Fatih, Istanbul

Ideally situated in the centre of Istanbul, Cheers Vintage Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Z
Zaria
From
Australia
The hostel is in a great location, near all the main attractions but still on a quiet street. The building is really cute and it has great views at the bar! Everything was great with my stay, the staff are really friendly and accommodating and encourage a nice social vibe. Can't wait to come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 893 reviews
Price from
US$60.92
1 night, 2 adults

Stanpoli Hostel

Fatih, Istanbul

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.

H
Hinako
From
Japan
Easy access from the Blue Mosque and Ayasofya, and it offers sufficient facilities. I noticed that in some dormitories, guests are required to make their beds before sleeping and upon waking up. However, at this hostel, that wasn't necessary. It provides a comfortable experience for tired travelers.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 763 reviews
Price from
US$60.62
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

Attractively set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Only For Families Apartment is situated 1.7 km from Spice Bazaar, 1.6 km from Suleymaniye Mosque and 2.8 km from Galata Tower.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 564 reviews

Attractively situated in Istanbul, Sanat Hostel Taksim features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 60 reviews

Attractively set in the centre of Istanbul, XALİLA HOSTEL & CAFE LADİES ROOM features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

SF Hotel & Residence

Pasakoy
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Pasakoy, SF Hotel & Residence features a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

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Cheers Hostel

Fatih, Istanbul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 876 reviews

Cheers Hostel Istanbul is located in the heart of Sultanahmet, just minutes from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. It offers a terrace bar with views of the Old Istanbul.

From US$74.61 per night

Antique Hostel

Fatih, Istanbul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 935 reviews

Situated in the heart of the historic Sultanahmet district, Antique Hostel is only a few steps from Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.

From US$62.75 per night

Stanpoli Hostel

Fatih, Istanbul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 763 reviews

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.

From US$68.20 per night

Second Home Hostel

Fatih, Istanbul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Boasting a shared lounge and a terrace, Second Home Hostel is attractively situated in the centre of Istanbul, 600 metres from Basilica Cistern.

From US$64.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Located in Istanbul and with Hagia Sophia reachable within 500 metres, Istanbul Hotel&Guesthouse provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the...

From US$99.68 per night

Big Apple Hotel

Fatih, Istanbul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews

Conveniently situated in the centre of Istanbul, Big Apple Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

From US$73.45 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,081 reviews

Only 250 metres from Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Sultan Hostel&Guesthouse has a central location in the historical Sultanahmet district.

From US$57.59 per night

Cheers Lighthouse

Fatih, Istanbul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,554 reviews

Only 300 metres from Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, Cheer Lighthouse is located in the historic Sultanahmet area of Istanbul.

From US$75.90 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Istanbul and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 764 reviews

Conveniently located in the centre of Istanbul, Bahaus Guesthouse Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

From US$47.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews

This intimate Art Deco-style hotel has a rooftop terrace with views of the Sea of Marmara. It is quietly located, less than 400 metres from Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

From US$86.74 per night

Hostelist

Fatih, Istanbul
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Hostelist features free WiFi and views of city in Istanbul. The property is close to Hagia Sophia, Spice Bazaar and Suleymaniye Mosque. The property is non-smoking and is set 1 km from Blue Mosque.

From US$34.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

Well set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Piya Boutique Hotel is located less than 1 km from Hagia Sophia, a 10-minute walk from Basilica Cistern and 1.1 km from Column of Constantine.

From US$34.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Providing free WiFi throughout the property, Mimen Hostel is located in Istanbul, less than 1 km from Spice Bazaar and a 7-minute walk from Suleymaniye Mosque.

From US$116.58 per night

Situated in Istanbul, within 600 metres of Suleymaniye Mosque and 1.7 km of Galata Tower, DESTA Turizm offers accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$47.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

Located in the centre of Istanbul, Cheers Midtown Hostel is situated 1.2 km from Taksim Square and 1.3 km from Taksim Metro Station.

From US$64.12 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.7
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 281 reviews

Conveniently set in Istanbul, Paxx Istanbul Hotel&Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a restaurant. Featuring an ATM, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

From US$27.75 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Istanbul

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Avg. price/night: US$95.60
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 672 reviews
My 3rd time staying at yolo. Lovely clean big and comfy rooms. Great location and value for money. The laundry service is cheap and quick. Lovely staff and atmosphere without it being a party hostel :)
Guest review by
Anna
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$68.20
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 763 reviews
The best hostel. Great people, great hospitality. Very friendly people. 100% recommended. The staff are so nice and understanding, also clean rooms. Great location.
Guest review by
Apoorva
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$41.97
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 452 reviews
An amazing hostel, in a great location. Super lovely neighbourhood full of restaurants and cafés. Close to metro and ferry links. The staff are super lovely and helpful. The best hostel we stayed in in Istanbul without a shadow of a doubt.
Guest review by
henry
Young couple