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The best hostels in Istanbul

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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

Most booked hostels in Istanbul and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Cheers Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 889 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 $95.64 per night
  • Cheers Vintage Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 897 reviews

    Ideally set in the center of Istanbul, Cheers Vintage Hostel has air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    From $71.97 per night
  • Antique Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 941 reviews

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

    From $68.23 per night
  • Stanpoli Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 771 reviews

    Only 656 feet 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 2625 feet away.

    From $68.23 per night
  • Second Home Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 111 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge and a terrace, Second Home Hostel is located in the center of Istanbul, a 7-minute walk from Basilica Cistern.

    From $81.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

    Located in Istanbul and with Hagia Sophia reachable within 1640 feet, Shabby Guest house provides express check-in and check-out, nonsmoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout the property and...

    From $120.72 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,097 reviews

    Located conveniently in the center of Istanbul, The Empress Theodora Hotel ll is within a 6-minute walk of Hagia Sophia and 0.4 miles of Blue Mosque.

    From $69.98 per night
  • Big Apple Hotel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 657 reviews

    Conveniently located in Istanbul, Big Apple Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From $73.48 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,089 reviews

    Only 820 feet from Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Sultan Hostel&Guest house has a central location in the historical Sultanahmet district.

    From $55.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,588 reviews

    Only 984 feet from Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, Cheer Lighthouse is located in the historic Sultanahmet area of Istanbul.

    From $81.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 779 reviews

    Located conveniently in Istanbul, Bahaus Guesthouse Hostel has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From $52.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 384 reviews

    This intimate Art Deco-style hotel has a rooftop terrace with views of the Sea of Marmara. It is quietly located, less than 1312 feet from Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia.

    From $92.20 per night
  • Hostelist

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    A 12-minute walk from Blue Mosque, Hostelist is located in Istanbul and has free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

    From $34.98 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, a terrace as well as a bar, Istanbul Harmony Hostel is located in the center of Istanbul, a 8-minute walk from Basilica Cistern.

    From $46.66 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

    Well set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Piya Boutique Hotel is located a 10-minute walk from Hagia Sophia, half a mile from Basilica Cistern and a 13-minute walk from Column of Constantine.

    From $34.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,530 reviews

    Hanchi Hostel features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Istanbul.

    From $54.59 per night

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  • Ferah Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews

    Ideally located in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Ferah Hostel is located a 11-minute walk from Spice Bazaar, 0.4 miles from Suleymaniye Mosque and one mile from Galata Tower.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

    Attractively set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Only For Families Apartment is located 1.1 miles from Spice Bazaar, a 19-minute walk from Suleymaniye Mosque and 1.7 miles from Galata Tower.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews

    Attractively set in the center of Istanbul, Sanat Hostel Taksim has air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

    Attractively located in Istanbul, XALİLA HOSTEL & CAFE LADİES ROOM has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 984 reviews

    Hush Hostel lounge offer free WiFi and modern dorms and rooms on the Anatolian side of Istanbul. There is a spacious garden and a rooftop terrace with views of the Bosphorus.

    From $57.15 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Istanbul

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  • Avg. price/night: $99.14
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 672 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
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $68.23
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 771 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 traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 441 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