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 February (₹ 1,434). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is May (₹ 1,817).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Wednesday (₹ 1,302). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 3,671.

How early should you book a hostel in Istanbul?

Book at least 89 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Istanbul hostel.

Cheapest hostels in Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)

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.
Bayram Firini Sk. No 7, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 2,776
Avg. per night
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,869
Avg. per night
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,964
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,196
Avg. per night
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,347
Avg. per night
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,382
Avg. per night
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,450
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Seyithasan Sokak,No 12 Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 4,794
Avg. per night
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 5,252
Avg. per night
Hocapasa Mh. Ebusuud Cd. No:19 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,600
Avg. per night
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 12,336
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Istanbul

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, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 3,196
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 2,964
2 stars and under
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 3,382
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 3,450
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 3,347
Hocapasa Mh. Ebusuud Cd. No:19 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 6,600
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 2,869

Other accommodation in Istanbul

Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
17.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 6,790
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
13.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 6,102
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
12.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 3,898
Avg. per night
Akbiyik Cad. Terbiyik Sok. No:15 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 5,552
Avg. per night
Binbirdirek Mah. Gedikpasa Cami Sok. No:66 Cemberlitas, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,689
Avg. per night
Camlibelde Sitesi Hasan Tokatli Sokak No:13 Aydinli, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
33.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 11,324
Avg. per night
Küçük Ayasofya, Yeğen Sk, 7, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 4,112
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Istanbul

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Facts about staying in Istanbul

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    Hostels in Istanbul will cost ₹ 1,584 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 518 per night. A good deal on a Istanbul hostel would be ₹ 1,563 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in August may be more expensive, whereas booking in February 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 1,458 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. 2% 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 CNR Expo Fuar Merkezi?

    Bucoleon by Cheers happens to be the most popular Istanbul hostel near CNR Expo Fuar Merkezi among our users. The Bucoleon by Cheers has a current rating of 7.2 from 1,069 HotelsCombined travellers. CNR Expo Fuar Merkezi is also conveniently located just 12.5 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.

  • Does Istanbul have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are 11 hostels in Istanbul with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity, the most popular being The Central House Istanbul Taksim (based on user data).

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