Hostels in Istanbul

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Travel insights for 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 March (₹ 1,227). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is August (₹ 2,453).

How much is a hostel in Istanbul tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Istanbul tonight starting as low as ₹ 860, rising to an average cost of ₹ 4,283, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 1,671 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 ₹ 974/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 974/night. For a 4-star hostel in Istanbul, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 1,692/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Istanbul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 51 days before your trip to Istanbul. The lowest price found when booking 51 days ahead was ₹ 1,038 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 ₹ 2,925 per night. There is currently one property in Istanbul that can be booked for this price. Piya Boutique Hotel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 20 June 2026
At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Istanbul. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Turkey
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,925
Avg. per night
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Turkey
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,033
Avg. per night
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,208
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Turkey
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,515
Avg. per night
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Turkey
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 4,246
Avg. per night
Civelek Sokak, Istanbul, Turkey
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,623
Avg. per night
Kucukayasofya Mah. Cayiroglu Sok. No 7, Istanbul, Turkey
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 4,710
Avg. per night
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Turkey
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,906
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Seyithasan Sokak,No 12 Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 5,378
Avg. per night
Hocapasa Mh. Ebusuud Cd. No:19 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Turkey
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 5,738
Avg. per night
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,130
Avg. per night
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Turkey
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 12,172
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 20 June 2026.
Some of the best options for booking a hostel in Istanbul categorized by hostel class. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hostel class.
3 stars
Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 3,515
2 stars and under
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 3,208
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 4,246
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 4,906
Hocapasa Mh. Ebusuud Cd. No:19 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 5,738
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 3,033

Other accommodations in Istanbul

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Istanbul.
Binbirdirek Mah. Gedikpasa Cami Sok. No:66 Cemberlitas, Istanbul, Turkey
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,453
Avg. per night
Camlibelde Sitesi Hasan Tokatli Sokak No:13 Aydinli, Istanbul, Turkey
33.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 10,351
Avg. per night
Küçük Ayasofya, Yeğen Sk, 7, Istanbul, Turkey
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 3,680
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 20 June 2026.
Scroll through the map to find hostels close to the Istanbul neighbourhood(s) you plan on visiting. 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 20 June 2026.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    Hostels in Istanbul will cost ₹ 2,587 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 684 per night. A good deal on a Istanbul hostel would be ₹ 1,945 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in October may be more expensive, whereas booking in December is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in Istanbul?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Istanbul, Cheers Hostel is currently the best, based on 1,460 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.7/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Istanbul Airport?

    The Central House Istanbul Taksim is 32.9 km away from Istanbul Airport, making it the closest Istanbul hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What area of Istanbul is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Istanbul is European Side, according to our data. 4% of users who searched for hostels in Istanbul looked for properties in European Side. If you’re interested in staying in European Side, consider the The Central House Istanbul Taksim - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Istanbul closest to Sultanahmet Meydani?

    Nobel Hostel happens to be the most popular Istanbul hostel near Sultanahmet Meydani among our users. The Nobel Hostel has a current rating of 7.8 from 1,384 HotelsCombined travellers. Sultanahmet Meydani is also conveniently located just 0.3 km from this hostel.

  • Should I stay in a Istanbul hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Istanbul hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Istanbul.

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