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Popular hostels in Istanbul

Discover well-known properties in Istanbul that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 8,201 hotels in Istanbul and price data was last updated on 5 March 2026. The average price for a hotel in Istanbul is ₹ 3,129/night.
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11 Samsa Sokak, Istanbul, Turkey
Stop at HANCHI to discover the wonders of Istanbul. The property offers a wide range of amenities and perks to ensure you have a great time. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour security, daily housekeeping, 24-hour front desk, luggage storage are on the list of things guests can enjoy. Designed for comfort, selected guestrooms offer locker, closet, towels, slippers, flat screen television to ensure a restful night. Recuperate from a full day of sightseeing in the comfort of your room, or take advantage of the dart board. Discover all Istanbul has to offer by making HANCHI your base.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
2476 reviews
Location
3.0 km from city centre
₹ 14,004
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel connected to a shopping center in Istanbul with a restaurant 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
7.8
Good
1400 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
₹ 5,356
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
8.3
Excellent
1279 reviews
Location
5.7 km from city centre
₹ 4,791
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
1503 reviews
Location
2.9 km from city centre
₹ 4,815
Hocapasa Mh. Ebusuud Cd. No:19 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, 7-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. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
372 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
₹ 4,742
Kucukayasofya Mah. Cayiroglu Sok. No 7, Istanbul, Turkey
Hotel with free parking, 5-minute walk to Blue Mosque Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills are onsite. Bucoleon Hostel offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. This Istanbul hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
7.8
Good
113 reviews
Location
3.0 km from city centre
₹ 4,883

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 (₹ 837). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is October (₹ 14,195).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Tuesday (₹ 1,052). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 2,807.

How much is a hostel in Istanbul tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Istanbul tonight starting as low as ₹ 314, rising to an average cost of ₹ 4,900, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 959 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 ₹ 568/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 568/night. For a 4-star hostel in Istanbul, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 1,050/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Istanbul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 12 days before your trip to Istanbul. The lowest price found when booking 12 days ahead was ₹ 1,013 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 ₹ 1,382 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 5 March 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.
Firuzaga Mahallesi Cezayir Sokak No 2 A, Istanbul, Turkey
0.4 km from city centre
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,382
Avg. per night
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Turkey
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,395
Avg. per night
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Turkey
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,672
Avg. per night
Bülbül Mahallesi, Turan Cd. No 50, Istanbul, Turkey
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,948
Avg. per night
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Turkey
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,019
Avg. per night
Bayram Fırını Sokak No 7, Istanbul, Turkey
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 3,040
Avg. per night
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,132
Avg. per night
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Turkey
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,225
Avg. per night
Uzun Hafiz Sokak, Istanbul, Turkey
5.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
₹ 3,317
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Turkey
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,409
Avg. per night
Sinanpasa Mah. Ihlamurdere Cd. Celebioglu Sk. No:11 Besiktas, Istanbul, Turkey
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,330
Avg. per night
Civelek Sokak, Istanbul, Turkey
5.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,699
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 March 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
₹ 3,409
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 2,672
Sinanpasa Mah. Ihlamurdere Cd. Celebioglu Sk. No:11 Besiktas, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 4,330
Bülbül Mahallesi, Turan Cd. No 50, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 2,948
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 2,395
2 stars and under
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 3,132
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 5,356
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 3,225
Hocapasa Mh. Ebusuud Cd. No:19 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 4,742
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 3,019

Other accommodations in Istanbul

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Istanbul.
Bülbül Mahallesi, Turan Cd. No 50, Istanbul, Turkey
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,948
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Turkey
3.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 2,764
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Turkey
3.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 5,444
Avg. per night
Kucukayasofya Mah. Ozbekler Sok. No:4/1, Istanbul, Turkey
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,049
Avg. per night
Binbirdirek Mah. Gedikpasa Cami Sok. No:66 Cemberlitas, Istanbul, Turkey
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,430
Avg. per night
Küçük Ayasofya, Yeğen Sk, 7, Istanbul, Turkey
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 3,436
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 March 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 5 March 2026.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    Hostels in Istanbul will cost ₹ 3,129 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 557 per night. A good deal on a Istanbul hostel would be ₹ 1,825 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in February may be more expensive, whereas booking in May 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 1,416 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. 5% 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 Antique Hostel - 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 1,400 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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