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 (₹ 1,426). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is August (₹ 1,806).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Tuesday (₹ 985). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 5,269.

How early should you book a hostel in Istanbul?

Based on hostel prices in Istanbul found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

Book at least 82 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Istanbul hostel.

Cheapest hostels in Istanbul, Türkiye (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 ₹ 2,852 per night. There is currently one property in Istanbul that can be booked for this price. Nobel Hostel Guesthouse is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 5 August 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.
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,852
Avg. per night
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,947
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,109
Avg. per night
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,803
Avg. per night
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,803
Avg. per night
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 5,229
Avg. per night
Kucukayasofya Mah. Cayiroglu Sok. No 7, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 5,229
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
₹ 5,419
Avg. per night
Hocapasa Mh. Ebusuud Cd. No:19 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,803
Avg. per night
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 12,264
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 August 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, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 3,109
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 2,947
2 stars and under
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 3,803
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 3,803
Hocapasa Mh. Ebusuud Cd. No:19 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 6,803
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
₹ 2,852

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, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,327
Avg. per night
Camlibelde Sitesi Hasan Tokatli Sokak No:13 Aydinli, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
33.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 10,079
Avg. per night
Küçük Ayasofya, Yeğen Sk, 7, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 3,518
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
17.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 6,718
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
13.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 6,181
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
12.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 3,615
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 August 2026.
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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 August 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    Hostels in Istanbul will cost ₹ 1,377 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 787 per night. A good deal on a Istanbul hostel would be ₹ 1,289 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in August 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, 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 1,066 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 10 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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