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Popular hostels in Istanbul

Discover well-known properties in Istanbul that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 10,478 hotels in Istanbul and price data was last updated on 12 February 2025. The average price for a hotel in Istanbul is ₹ 1,998/night.
These are some of the hostels in Istanbul with the highest demand. Users seeking more options can adjust the settings in the search form at the top of the page.
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Civelek Sokak, Istanbul, Turkey
Adults-only Istanbul hostel in Kâğıthane with a 24-hour front desk Concierge services, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a library, a front-desk safe, and a vending machine are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and change of bedsheets is available on request. Gökçe Pansiyon - Adult Only - Hostel offers 250 accommodations. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
10.0
Excellent
1 reviews
Location
5.1 km from city centre
₹ 4,171
Bayram Firini Sk. No 7, Istanbul, Turkey
Family-friendly Istanbul hostel in Sultanahmet with 17 restaurants Along with 17 restaurants, this smoke-free hostel has a nightclub and 17 bars/lounges. Free full breakfast, free self parking, and a free manager's reception are also provided. Other amenities include 17 coffee shops/cafes, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. BAHAUS HOSTEL offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Business-friendly amenities include computer monitors and printers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
8.3
Excellent
637 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
₹ 4,345
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. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. 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
1452 reviews
Location
2.7 km from city centre
₹ 3,122
Rasimpaşa Mah. Rıhtım Cad. İ̇skele Sk. No:46Kadıköyy, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Bosphorus Along with a snack bar/deli, this smoke-free hostel has a rooftop terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request. Hush Hostel Lounge offers 17 accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
1188 reviews
Location
5.7 km from city centre
₹ 1,803
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, a short walk to Taksim Square This hostel features coffee/tea in a common area, 24-hour room service, and dry cleaning. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and express check-in are onsite. Taksim Green House Hostel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. This Istanbul hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers and bidets. Housekeeping is provided daily. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
7.5
Good
701 reviews
Location
1.7 km from city centre
₹ 1,587
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
₹ 2,868
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
6.8
Good
576 reviews
Location
3.0 km from city centre
₹ 1,906
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
8.5
Excellent
241 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
₹ 3,650
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
Parking
6.8
Good
151 reviews
Location
5.9 km from city centre
₹ 3,530
Ebusuud Cad. No: 19, Sirkeci, Istanbul, Turkey
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Egyptian Bazaar 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
374 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
₹ 3,449

Tips for booking hostels in Istanbul

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Istanbul. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 12 February 2025.
Cheapest month:September
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Istanbul:₹ 1,998/night
Cheapest price found:₹ 608/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Thursday
₹ 659 - ₹ 4,209
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
₹ 659 - ₹ 3,607
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

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 ₹ 608 per night. There is currently one property in Istanbul that can be booked for this price. Uyar Palace is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 12 February 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.
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Altindag Mahallesi, 153. Sk. No 5, Antalya, Turkey
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 608
Avg. per night
Firuzaga Mahallesi Cezayir Sokak No 2 A, Istanbul, Turkey
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 695
Avg. per night
Cihangir Mahallesi Purtelas Sok No: 42, Istanbul, Turkey
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 956
Avg. per night
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Turkey
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 956
Avg. per night
Huseyin Aga Mah. Topraklule Sok No 1, Istanbul, Turkey
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,043
Avg. per night
Küçük Bayram Sokak, Huseyin Aga Mah no 8, Istanbul, Turkey
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,130
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mh., Akbiyik Cd No:17, Istanbul, Turkey
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,206
Avg. per night
Katip Mustafa Celebi Mah. Kucuk Parmakkapi Sok. No:13 Beyoglu, Istanbul, Turkey
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,217
Avg. per night
Hudavendigar Cad Hocapasa Mah No 20 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Turkey
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,219
Avg. per night
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Turkey
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,257
Avg. per night
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,304
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Kutlugün Sokak no 28/a Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,390
Avg. per night
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,509
Avg. per night
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Turkey
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,572
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 12 February 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
Bülbül Mahallesi, Turan Cd. No 50, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 1,999
Sinanpasa Mah. Ihlamurdere Cd. Celebioglu Sk. No:11 Besiktas, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 3,650
Kamer Hatun Mah. Balik Sokak No7, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 1,257
2 stars and under
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 1,572
Kutlugun Sokak No:51 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 1,509
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 3,122
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 1,587
Cankurtaran Mh., Akbiyik Cd No:17, Istanbul, Turkey
₹ 1,206

Other accommodations in Istanbul

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Istanbul.
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Kamer Hatun Mah. Hamalbasi Cad. No:32, Istanbul, Turkey
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 5,315
Avg. per night
Halkali Merkez Mah Fatih Caddesi No. 99, Istanbul, Turkey
14.2 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 4,808
Avg. per night
Firuzaga Mah. Turkgucu Caddesi No:74/A Cihangir, Istanbul, Turkey
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 7,069
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 12 February 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 12 February 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    Hostels in Istanbul will cost ₹ 1,998 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 659 per night. A good deal on a Istanbul hostel would be ₹ 1,718 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in July may be more expensive, whereas booking in September is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in Istanbul?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Istanbul, Wabi Hostels is currently the best, based on 1,804 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.6/10.

  • 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. 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 Antique Hostel - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Istanbul closest to Sultan Ahmet Camii?

    Nobel Hostel happens to be the most popular Istanbul hostel near Sultan Ahmet Camii among our users. The Nobel Hostel has a current rating of 7.9 from 1,452 HotelsCombined travellers. Sultan Ahmet Camii is also conveniently located just 0.2 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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