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Popular hostels in Istanbul

Discover well-known properties in Istanbul that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 9,667 hotels in Istanbul and price data was last updated on 29 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in Istanbul is ₹ 1,682/night.
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Cihangir Mahallesi Purtelas Sok No: 42, Istanbul, Turkey
Beaux Arts Istanbul hostel in Taksim with a 24-hour front desk Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this smoke-free hostel has 24-hour room service and concierge services. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, dry cleaning, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available on request. Levanten Hostel offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers 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
Parking
6.6
Good
350 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
₹ 4,783
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Turkey
Central hostel connected to a shopping center in Sultanahmet with free breakfast 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. Other amenities include self parking, concierge services, and dry cleaning. Nobel Hostel Guesthouse offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers 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
Airport shuttle
7.9
Good
1443 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
₹ 3,843
Bülbül Mahallesi, Turan Cd. No 50, Istanbul, Turkey
Located in Istanbul (Taksim), Bella Vista Hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Taksim Square and Istiklal Avenue. Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
7.6
Good
857 reviews
Location
1.1 km from city centre
₹ 3,075
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel in Istanbul, a short walk to Hagia Sophia This smoke-free hostel features laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and free WiFi in public areas. Piya Hostel offers 12 accommodations with hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
6.9
Good
580 reviews
Location
3.0 km from city centre
₹ 2,648
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Seyithasan Sokak,No 12 Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short 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
₹ 5,348
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
239 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
₹ 4,444
Uzun Hafiz Sokak, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel in Istanbul, a short walk to Bosphorus Concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, express check-in, express check-out, and free newspapers are onsite. Bathrooms are shared. Kevin's Hostel offers 14 accommodations with complimentary weekday newspapers and shared/communal kitchens. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate dining areas and include desks. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
7.8
Good
150 reviews
Location
5.9 km from city centre
₹ 3,502
Ebusuud Cad. No: 19, Sirkeci, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short 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
9.0
Excellent
381 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
₹ 5,551
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
1434 reviews
Location
2.9 km from city centre
₹ 2,391
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Kutlugün Sokak no 28/a Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with free parking, a short walk to Hagia Sophia Along with a restaurant, this hostel has a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. Cheers Vintage - Hostel offers 16 shared accommodations with minibars and complimentary bottled water. Accommodations offer separate dining areas. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
941 reviews
Location
2.6 km from city centre
₹ 2,306

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 March (₹ 61,560). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is November (₹ 291,094).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Friday (₹ 69,073). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 250,103.

How much is a hostel in Istanbul tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Istanbul tonight starting as low as ₹ 717, rising to an average cost of ₹ 4,225, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 724 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 ₹ 717/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 1,014/night. For a 4-star hostel in Istanbul, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 804/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Istanbul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 29 days before your trip to Istanbul. The lowest price found when booking 29 days ahead was ₹ 854 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 ₹ 769 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 29 June 2025
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
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 769
Avg. per night
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Turkey
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,025
Avg. per night
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Turkey
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,110
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mh., Akbiyik Cd No:17, Istanbul, Turkey
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 1,196
Avg. per night
Huseyin Aga Mah. Topraklule Sok No 1, Istanbul, Turkey
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,281
Avg. per night
Bayram Firini Sk. No 7, Istanbul, Turkey
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 1,366
Avg. per night
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Turkey
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,402
Avg. per night
Hudavendigar Cad Hocapasa Mah No 20 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Turkey
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,452
Avg. per night
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Cayiroglu Sokak No:18 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 1,537
Avg. per night
Katip Mustafa Celebi Mah. Kucuk Parmakkapi Sok. No:13 Beyoglu, Istanbul, Turkey
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,537
Avg. per night
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,577
Avg. per night
Rasimpaşa Mah. Rıhtım Cad. İ̇skele Sk. No:46Kadıköyy, Istanbul, Turkey
5.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,793
Avg. per night
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Turkey
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,964
Avg. per night
Küçük Bayram Sokak, Huseyin Aga Mah no 8, Istanbul, Turkey
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,135
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 29 June 2025.
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
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 1,402
Bülbül Mahallesi, Turan Cd. No 50, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 3,075
Sinanpasa Mah. Ihlamurdere Cd. Celebioglu Sk. No:11 Besiktas, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 4,444
Cankurtaran Mh., Akbiyik Cd No:17, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 1,196
2 stars and under
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 1,964
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 1,577
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 3,843
Ebusuud Cad. No: 19, Sirkeci, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 5,551
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 1,110

Other accommodations in Istanbul

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Istanbul.
Taksim Square, Istanbul, Turkey
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 12,749
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Turkey
0.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 3,587
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 29 June 2025.
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 29 June 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    Hostels in Istanbul will cost ₹ 1,682 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 550 per night. A good deal on a Istanbul hostel would be ₹ 1,277 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in August may be more expensive, whereas booking in June is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in Istanbul?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Istanbul, Second Home Hostel is currently the best, based on 381 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 9.0/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Istanbul Airport?

    Wabi Hostels 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 Taksim History Wooden Hostel - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

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

    Nobel Hostel Guesthouse happens to be the most popular Istanbul hostel near Sultanahmet Meydani among our users. The Nobel Hostel Guesthouse has a current rating of 7.9 from 1,443 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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