Skip to main content

Hostels in Istanbul

Find the hostels that appeal to you the most

The best hostels in Istanbul

Some of the best backpacker spots in Istanbul

Filter by:

Review score

Hostel Le Banc

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Attractively situated in the centre of Istanbul, Hostel Le Banc features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

Α
Αχιλλεας
From
Greece
Very friendly environment for a solo traveller. The staff makes sure you feel welcome and gives you information about everything you want to know about istanbul. Also there is some event they organize so you can communicate with the other traveller's if you want, I would recommend 100%.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,008 reviews
Price from
US$90.53
1 night, 2 adults

Big Apple Hotel and Hostel

Fatih, Istanbul

Situated in Istanbul, 700 metres from Hagia Sophia, Big Apple Hotel and Hostel features accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

S
Sinem
From
Germany
This hotel exceeded our expectations! Everything was first-rate, from the comfort of the rooms to the general atmosphere. The entire staff was professional, and the premises were immaculately kept. We must give special recognition to Manager Murat Bey. His kindness and constant attention to guest comfort are exceptional. He greeted us personally and made sure our entire stay was flawless. His leadership makes this hotel stand out!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
US$65.20
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Nelly

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Located in Istanbul, within 1.1 km of Taksim Metro Station and 1 km of Taksim Square, Hostel Nelly provides free WiFi.

S
Susan
From
United Arab Emirates
We loved our stay! Nelly is beyond perfect! She was kind, helpful and accommodative 🤗 would go back 100%. The view from her terrace is beautiful. Everything was super clean and well maintained! Always ready to help.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Price from
US$29.11
1 night, 2 adults

Men's Hostel in Fatih Istanbul

Fatih, Istanbul

Conveniently located in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Men's Hostel in Fatih Istanbul is set 1.3 km from Suleymaniye Mosque, 1.9 km from Spice Bazaar and 3.4 km from Galata Tower.

S
Salvatore
From
Italy
Great location and price. The host is friendly and honest.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
Price from
US$25.61
1 night, 2 adults

Archeo

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Situated in Istanbul, 1.2 km from Taksim Square, Archeo offers air-conditioned accommodation and a terrace.

R
Roxane
From
France
The Archeo's location is perfect to explore the Beyoğlu district, with a lot to do within walking distance. The café serves delicious coffee and food and is the best spot to relax before adventuring into the city. The hostel is as advertised, the beds are comfy, the shower is amazing, but the best part of our stay was the kindness and hospitality of the staff. They go above and beyond to assist you and would litteraly run to our third floor to help us with the door. Thumbs up to Anwar and Borry, but also all the other kind persons we met there but didn't get the names, you guys were incredibly nice and helpful !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,214 reviews
Price from
US$81.84
1 night, 2 adults

Ferah Hostel

Fatih, Istanbul

Situated in Istanbul, less than 1 km from Spice Bazaar, Ferah Hostel provides express check-in and check-out and free WiFi.

a
alam
From
Pakistan
The staff was very cooperative, specially as there was no lift but they helped me in carrying my luggage to the room. The room service ladies were very polite although they didn't understand my language but still they managed to do everything properly. The owner was was very humble and nice person as he responded very quickly to every issue and questions that i asked him.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Price from
US$52.39
1 night, 2 adults

Manu Startup House

Atasehir, Istanbul

Featuring a shared lounge, Manu Startup House is located in Istanbul in the Marmara Region region, 13 km from Maiden's Tower and 17 km from Dolmabahce Palace.

C
Carolina
From
United States
Very good option, close to the meter. The friendliness of the host is excellent and he helped us in everything. I strongly recomend this house!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 603 reviews
Price from
US$37.72
1 night, 2 adults

Taksim History Wooden Hostel

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Taksim History Wooden Hostel is conveniently located in Istanbul, and offers a garden and free WiFi.

h
henry
From
Netherlands
An amazing hostel, in a great location. Super lovely neighbourhood full of restaurants and cafés. Close to metro and ferry links. The staff are super lovely and helpful. The best hostel we stayed in in Istanbul without a shadow of a doubt.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Price from
US$46.57
1 night, 2 adults

Rodin Hostel

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Featuring a shared lounge, Rodin Hostel is located in the centre of Istanbul, 300 metres from Istiklal Street.

l
liyaokun
From
China
meet different people from different world with different background.it is so interesting.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 768 reviews
Price from
US$40.08
1 night, 2 adults

Ferah Otel

Fatih, Istanbul

Less than 1 km from Spice Bazaar, Ferah Otel is set in Istanbul and features free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

G
Giorgio
From
Italy
The price , the location, the room, the tv and especially the bed is really comfortable
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 845 reviews
Price from
US$55.02
1 night, 2 adults
All hostels in Istanbul

Looking for a hostel?

Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Most booked hostels in Istanbul and surroundings in the past month

See all

Popular with guests booking hostels in Istanbul

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 859 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Istanbul

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,058 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Istanbul

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 318 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Istanbul

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Istanbul

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Istanbul

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 500 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Istanbul

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 892 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Istanbul

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,608 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Istanbul

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 747 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Istanbul

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Istanbul and nearby

DESTA Turizm

Fatih, Istanbul
No credit card needed

Situated in Istanbul, within 600 metres of Suleymaniye Mosque and 1.7 km of Galata Tower, DESTA Turizm offers accommodation with free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

Attractively set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Only For Families Apartment is situated 1.7 km from Spice Bazaar, 1.6 km from Suleymaniye Mosque and 2.8 km from Galata Tower.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 479 reviews

Attractively situated in Istanbul, Sanat Hostel Taksim features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

Suit Üsküdar

Uskudar, Istanbul
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
Passable - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews

Set in Istanbul, 1.7 km from Maiden's Tower, Suit Üsküdar features views of the city.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Attractively located in the Eyup district of Istanbul, Eyüp Kral Small Suit is located 6 km from Spice Bazaar, 6.9 km from Galata Tower and 7.7 km from Column of Constantine.

SF Hotel & Residence

Pasakoy
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Located in Pasakoy, SF Hotel & Residence features a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Istanbul and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 875 reviews

Cheers Hostel Istanbul is located in the heart of Sultanahmet, just minutes from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. It offers a terrace bar with views of the Old Istanbul.

From US$200.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 892 reviews

Ideally situated in the centre of Istanbul, Cheers Vintage Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. 500 metres from Hagia Sophia and 500 metres from Blue Mosque,...

From US$128.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 905 reviews

Situated in the heart of the historic Sultanahmet district, Antique Hostel is only a few steps from Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 738 reviews

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.

From US$99.54 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

Boasting a shared lounge and a terrace, Second Home Hostel is attractively situated in the centre of Istanbul, 600 metres from Basilica Cistern.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 18 reviews

Located in Istanbul and with Hagia Sophia reachable within 500 metres, Istanbul Hotel&Guesthouse provides express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the...

From US$303.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,058 reviews

Only 250 metres from Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Sultan Hostel&Guesthouse has a central location in the historical Sultanahmet district.

From US$66.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,544 reviews

Only 300 metres from Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, Cheer Lighthouse is located in the historic Sultanahmet area of Istanbul.

From US$102.86 per night

Save money on hostels in Istanbul and nearby – budget options available

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 747 reviews

Conveniently located in the centre of Istanbul, Bahaus Guesthouse Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

Bucoleon by Cheers

Fatih, Istanbul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews

This intimate Art Deco-style hotel has a rooftop terrace with views of the Sea of Marmara. It is quietly located, less than 400 metres from Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

From US$102.86 per night

Hostelist

Fatih, Istanbul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

Hostelist features free WiFi and views of city in Istanbul. The property is close to Hagia Sophia, Spice Bazaar and Suleymaniye Mosque. The property is non-smoking and is set 1 km from Blue Mosque.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 213 reviews

Boasting a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Istanbul Harmony Hostel is situated in the centre of Istanbul, 700 metres from Basilica Cistern.

From US$69.85 per night

Piya Boutique Hotel

Fatih, Istanbul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews

Well set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Piya Boutique Hotel is located less than 1 km from Hagia Sophia, a 10-minute walk from Basilica Cistern and 1.1 km from Column of Constantine.

From US$81.49 per night

Mimen Hostel

Fatih, Istanbul
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Providing free WiFi throughout the property, Mimen Hostel is located in Istanbul, less than 1 km from Spice Bazaar and a 7-minute walk from Suleymaniye Mosque.

From US$116.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews

Situated in Istanbul, 400 metres from Taksim Square, Windrose Hostel Istanbul offers accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking and a terrace.

From US$54.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews

Attractively set in the centre of Istanbul, Chambers of the Boheme features air-conditioned rooms, a terrace, free WiFi and a bar.

FAQ about hostels in Istanbul

Hostels that guests love in Istanbul

See all
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 666 reviews
My 3rd time staying at yolo. Lovely clean big and comfy rooms. Great location and value for money. The laundry service is cheap and quick. Lovely staff and atmosphere without it being a party hostel :)
Guest review by
Anna
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$99.54
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 738 reviews
The best hostel. Great people, great hospitality. Very friendly people. 100% recommended. The staff are so nice and understanding, also clean rooms. Great location.
Guest review by
Apoorva
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$58.21
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
An amazing hostel, in a great location. Super lovely neighbourhood full of restaurants and cafés. Close to metro and ferry links. The staff are super lovely and helpful. The best hostel we stayed in in Istanbul without a shadow of a doubt.
Guest review by
henry
Young couple