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Attractively situated in Istanbul, Hostel Le Banc features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is situated 1.7 km from Taksim Metro Station, 1.4 km from Istiklal Street and 2.4 km from Suleymaniye Mosque. The accommodation provides karaoke and a shared kitchen.

Surprisingly neat. Great for solo travellers as you will meet lots of new people. The hostel staff are very patient and have sent some of their staff to support due to the earthquake in Turkey and have also organised donations at the hostel. You can feel that this is a responsible and caring hostel. Also, the location is very good, close to the metro and 10 minute's walk from Istiklal Caddesi and Galata Kulesi. The ferry terminal is about 20 minutes walk away.

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9.4
Wonderful
1,310 reviews
Price from
£21
per night

Attractively set in Istanbul, Archeo features air-conditioned rooms, a terrace and free WiFi. The property is situated 1.8 km from Spice Bazaar, 2.2 km from Dolmabahce Clock Tower and 800 metres from Galata Tower. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with a city view.

At the hostel, all rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. Certain rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and a minibar. At Archeo rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels.

The kindness of the staff (they all call you by your name and make you feel at home), the interesting discussions I had with some of the employees, the cosy café downstairs where I would sit down and write my travel journal, the privacy given by the curtains on the beds, the great location in Beyoglu but still close to the Galata bridge if you want to cross to Sultanahmet (if you do not want to walk, the tramway station is 2min away) DO NOT HESITATE TO BOOK, I sincerely recommend this place, in particular for solo travelers like me :)

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9
Wonderful
1,551 reviews
Price from
£25
per night

The Empress Theodora Hotel ll provides private rooms and shared dorms, all with communal bathrooms.

Guests can benefit from laundry, dry cleaning and ironing service. Tour desk, safety deposit box and car rental are also available.

It is a very good hotel for a family trip. The location is awesome. The staff was very attentive and ready to help anytime. Definitely highly recommended.

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9
Wonderful
1,208 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

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. The property is situated 18 km from Dolmabahce Clock Tower, 18 km from Blue Mosque and 18 km from Spice Bazaar. The accommodation provides evening entertainment and a shared kitchen.

Featuring a shared bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms include a city view.

I feel really comfortable like home

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9.1
Wonderful
307 reviews

All rooms of Stanpoli Hostel include air conditioning. Standard rooms also have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a fridge, hairdryer and toiletries. The dormitories also include a dressing table, custom bunk beds with curtains and private lockers.

great location, close to all main points from istanbul - walk distance. delicious breakfast with view of the whole city. friendly staff always open to help. clean and comfy rooms!

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9
Wonderful
789 reviews
Price from
£64
per night

All guest rooms at the hostel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. All rooms include a coffee machine, while selected rooms also offer a balcony and others also have city views. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge.

Friendly people welcomed us at the hotel and this makes all the difference in the world. The rooms are very clean and comfortable with all the necessary amenities, fridge, as well as coffee and tea. The location is great, a few minutes from the Taksim Square, fast foods and restaurants.

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9.9
Exceptional
15 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

Only 300 metres from Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, Cheer Lighthouse is located in the historic Sultanahmet area of Istanbul. It offers a restaurant with panoramic sea views, air-conditioned accommodation and free Wi-Fi throughout the premises.

Overlooking Marmara Sea, daily breakfast buffet is served at the hotel terrace with complimentary tea and coffee service. The a-la-carte restaurant also serves lunch and dinner at a special discount.

The staff was super accommodating. I arrived around 2AM and had someone check me in. Checked out at 4AM as well. The hostel is about a ten-fifteen minute walk from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque which was phenomenal. They even provide breakfast in the mornings and events for guests at night. Would highly recommend this hostel for backpackers or even guests looking for a great deal.

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8.3
Very Good
1,573 reviews
Price from
£49
per night

Only 250 metres from Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, Sultan Hostel&Guesthouse has a central location in the historical Sultanahmet district. It offers a 24-hour open front desk, free Wi-Fi and a terrace with sea views.

Room, friendly staff, breakfast, location. It was a perfect quality for this price. I would like to return there

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8
Very Good
1,203 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

The hostel offers both private and shared facilities. Rooms come equipped with a satellite TV, and security lockers. Renovated in 2021, private bathrooms include shower, 24-hour hot water, and a hairdryer.

The room is clean and is good located

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8.2
Very Good
1,149 reviews
Price from
£16
per night

At the hostel, all rooms include a desk. With a shared bathroom fitted with a bidet and slippers, rooms at B.A.A Sabiha Gökçen also have a garden view. All guest rooms feature bed linen.

Basilica Cistern is 40 km from B.A.A Sabiha Gökçen, while Blue Mosque is 41 km from the property. The nearest airport is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, 4 km from the hostel.

Really cozy place to stay in. My recommendation for everyone. Near to airport

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8.2
Very Good
190 reviews
Price from
£24
per night

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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.
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  • Archeo
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,551 reviews

    Attractively set in Istanbul, Archeo has air-conditioned rooms, a terrace and free WiFi.

    The staff was always in the hostel and they were super!

  • The Empress Theodora Hotel ll
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,208 reviews

    Only a 5-minute walk from Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, this hotel features a terrace with views over the Marmara Sea. There is a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi access in all areas.

    Location perfect, 1 min from blue mosque and aja sofia …

  • Manu Startup House
    Budget options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 307 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, Manu Startup House is located in Istanbul in the Marmara Region region, 8.1 miles from Maiden's Towers and 10 miles from Dolmabahce Palace.

    A place close to transportation and grocery stores

  • Stanpoli Hostel
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 789 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.

    Great location, super friendly staff, amazing breakfast!!!

  • Punto Suite
    Budget options available
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 15 reviews

    Located in Istanbul, a 17-minute walk from Istanbul Congress Center, Punto Suite has express check-in and check-out and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Great location. Nearby taksim square . Clean and great service . Very friendly staff

  • Cheers Lighthouse
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,573 reviews

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

    Very well located, super friendly and helpful staff.

  • Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,203 reviews

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

    Perfect location Best Staff Very helpful Comfort

  • Antique Hostel
    Budget options available
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,149 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.

    Excellent location, friendly staff, breakfast is included

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Istanbul

  • Taksim Home
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1 review

    Located in Istanbul, a 5-minute walk from Taksim Square, Taksim Home features rooms with city views and free WiFi.

  • Cheers Hostel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 837 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.

    Staff were very friendly and breakfast was excellent

  • yolohostel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 534 reviews

    Located in Istanbul, yolohostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Very nice and friendly atmosphere ,feels like home...

  • Second Home Hostel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 111 reviews

    This hostel in the heart of Istanbul is just a 5-minute walk from the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. The terrace cafe serves a local and international breakfast.

    Very friendly staff. Amazing and convenient location.

  • Wabi Sabi Hostel Istanbul
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 750 reviews

    Located in a completely renovated historic building, Wabi Sabi Hostel Istanbul has a large rooftop terrace with stunning city views.

    Everything was on point. Special shout-out to Seyf!

  • Jumba Hostel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 32 reviews

    Jumba Hostel is ideally located in Istanbul, and has a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    location is perfect the old building the internal style

  • Cheers Vintage Hostel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 765 reviews

    Cheers Vintage Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Istanbul.

    Very friendly staff, everything was neat and clean!

  • 10m2 Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 180 reviews

    Located in Istanbul and within a 12-minute walk of Istanbul Sapphire, 10m2 Hotel has a shared lounge, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Very Clean -quiet Nice Staff especially the guy ( Joshua)

  • Rodin Hostel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 352 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, Rodin Hostel is located in the center of Istanbul, a 5-minute walk from Taksim Square.

    Everything there, the staff are so nice and helpful.

  • Beşiktaş Vip inn Hotel & suites
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 10 reviews

    Located in Istanbul, 1.1 miles from Dolmabahce Palace, Beşiktaş Vip inn Hotel & suites provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

    Heel praktisch eigen parkeerplaats op een top locatie

  • Bahaus Guesthouse Hostel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 823 reviews

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

    Clean, price was good, nice staff, would recommend!

  • Chambers of the Boheme
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 348 reviews

    In the heart of the city, Chambers of the Boheme is just 300 ft from Istiklal Avenue and 800 ft from Taksim Square. It has a bohemian cafe, terrace, and air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    location is superb they serve one of the best pizza

  • BKM Hostel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 48 reviews

    BKM Hostel has a garden, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Istanbul. Located around 4.4 miles from Maiden's Towers, the hostel with free WiFi is also 7.4 miles away from Suleymaniye Mosque.

    Location 10/10, clean rooms, very helpful staff.

  • Moda Drei
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 361 reviews

    Located in Istanbul and with Maiden's Towers reachable within 4.8 miles, Moda Drei provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

    Excellent as always. Staff friendly and cosy feel.

  • Hush Hostel Lounge
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 980 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.

    Friendly and welcoming atmosphere, staff is super kind and the facilities are great!

  • Moda Hostel
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 388 reviews

    Featuring a garden and a bar, Moda Hostel is located in Istanbul, 4.5 miles from Maiden's Towers and 8.1 miles from Blue Mosque.

    Great and friendly staff. The bar is a really cool place as well.

  • B.A.A Sabiha Gökçen
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 190 reviews

    Located in Istanbul, within 19 miles of 15 July Martyrs Bridge and 20 miles of Maiden's Towers, B.A.A Sabiha Gökçen has accommodations with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking for...

    Close to the airport, good value for money, quiete place

  • Puffin Boutique - Istanbul
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 119 reviews

    In Besiktas in a convenient location, the Puffin Hostel-Istanbul features a terrace, shared kitchen and a shared lounge area.

    Very clean everywhere, well-equpied kitchen to use.

  • Big Apple Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 792 reviews

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

    Very helpflul and friendly stuff! Highly recommended place.

  • Stay Inn Taksim Hostel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 880 reviews

    Located in the heart of Beyoglu district, just a 10minute walk from Galata Tower, Stay Inn Taksim Hostel is just a few steps from the the lively streets of Istiklal Avenue.

    The rooms was so clean and the staff was so friendly

  • The Central House Istanbul Galata
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,201 reviews

    Offering air-conditioned rooms in the Beyoglu district of Istanbul, The Central House Istanbul Galata is a 9-minute walk from Galata Tower.

    The staff are very helpful the location is really good

  • Golden Halich Hostel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 100 reviews

    Attractively set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Golden Halich Hostel is located 1.1 miles from Spice Bazaar, a 18-minute walk from Suleymaniye Mosque and 1.7 miles from Galata Tower.

    Nice location with beautiful highpoint view of istanbul city.

  • Gaia Art Hostel Hotel
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11 reviews

    Featuring a garden and a shared lounge, Gaia Art Hostel Hotel is well located in the center of Istanbul, 1.2 miles from Dolmabahce Palace.

  • Hanchi Hostel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,800 reviews

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

    The breakfast was good. The staff was really nice.

  • Cheers Midtown Hostel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 300 reviews

    Located in Beyoglu district, Cheers Midtown Hostel is only a 5-minute walk from Tophane Tram Stop and the lively Istiklal Avenue.

    Clean place, friendly staff, good location, i recommend !

  • Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments - Great Location
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,473 reviews

    Attractively located in the center of Istanbul, Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments - Great Location has buffet breakfast and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Rooms are good, breakfast is very good. The staff are great.

  • XALİLA HOSTEL&CAFE
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 54 reviews

    Located in the center of Istanbul, a 6-minute walk from Istiklal Street, XALİLA HOSTEL&CAFE provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    La limpieza, el trato del personal, la ubicación y el precio.

  • Taksim Hostel Green House Istanbul
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 271 reviews

    Only 0.6 mi from Taksim Square and Istiklal Avenue, Istanbul Taksim Green House Hostel has air-conditioned dormitory rooms in a central location.

    Very friendly people at the door, such a good stay.

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  • Kadıköy Holiday Home
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 10 reviews

    Attractively set in the Kadikoy district of Istanbul, Kadıköy Holiday Home is located 4.6 miles from Maiden's Towers, 7.6 miles from Blue Mosque and 7.8 miles from Spice Bazaar.

    Удобное расположение-рядом много достопримечательностей. Два туалета.

  • Male Student/Guest Affordable Dormitory in Fatih
    5.5
    Scored 5.5
    Average
    Rated fair
     · 2 reviews

    Male Student/Guest Affordable Dormitory in Fatih is offering accommodations in Istanbul.

  • Rooms in the heart of Sisli - 1 min to metro - Shared bathroom and kitchen

    Ideally set in the center of Istanbul, Rooms in the heart of Sisli - 1 min to metro - Shared bathroom and kitchen is within a 10-minute walk of Istanbul Congress Center and 1.2 miles of Taksim Metro...

  • Men's Hostel in Fatih, Istanbul
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 6 reviews

    Men's Hostel in Fatih, Istanbul is offering accommodations in Istanbul. The property is around 1.5 miles from Spice Bazaar, 2.1 miles from Galata Tower and 2.4 miles from Blue Mosque.

  • Harmonistanbul
    No credit card needed

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge, terrace and free WiFi, Harmonistanbul is located in Istanbul, 3.7 miles from Maiden's Towers and 4.8 miles from 15 July Martyrs Bridge.

  • Kevin's Hostel
    No credit card needed
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 17 reviews

    Less than a 5-minute walk to the Kadikoy Ferry Port, Kevin’s Hostel is located in central Kadikoy. It offers free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned accommodations with a shared bathroom.

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Hostels that guests love in Istanbul

  • 6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 28 reviews
    The place was nice enough in a great location but was more like a hostel than the apartment I paid for and didn't get.
    Adrian
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £89.28
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,996 reviews
    Great location for all major sights n tram. Good, cheap laundry nearby. Fabulous staff. Bathroom good size.
    Brackenreg
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £51.64
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 495 reviews
    great location. the staff was kind and helpful .very clean ,calm and safe neighbourhood. I could had late check-in for free.. the airport's H10 bus was a 10 minutes away walk from the hotel .
    a
    abderrezak
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £30.97
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 128 reviews
    VERY clean and spacious, very cooperative staff (they allowed me to leave my baggage at an early hour), safe and private atmosphere. It’s a family running the hostel and they are welcoming and friendly. I came in after a disaster night at another nearby hostel and was very happy to end up here, it was so good I decided to extend my stay 4 more nights.
    Amjad
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £81.76
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,551 reviews
    Maybe the best hostel I have ever been in terms of quality-price. Staff is extremely nice. You have a free coffee as a welcoming. You have privacy in the beds which is good, and also toilets and showers are good. The common area which is the cafe indeed, is excellent to spend some time there and meet nice people. Also the hostel is pretty well located. I would come back for sure.
    Roger
    Solo traveler
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 352 reviews
    Best hostel ever. Very friendly staff and guests. I felt like at home, really.
    Rafał
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £102.76
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,198 reviews
    Very friendly and helpful staff, quiet and very pleasant location with everything within walking distance, nice, clean and well equipped apartment…great value for money! Highly recommneded to stay. The location is slightly away from main attarctions but taxis can take you there within £10-15. or public transport is super cheap. Staff is very friendly and available 24/7. Internet is great with great speed and availbility. Rooms are quite and literally proper sound proof. A+++ for whole stay and thanks to the managment and staff.
    Shoaib
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £48.19
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 361 reviews
    The hostel was clean and modern, the staff was very kind. The door to an all-female dorm could be opened by a card, to lock personal drawers you use your own pin-code. The neighborhood was safe and had many cafes. It was easy to get to the seaside on foot.
    Kseniia
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £67.99
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1,310 reviews
    Best hostel I've ever stayed at! Great location, very close to public transport and quick to get to attractions. Busy with lots of shops and cafes so felt very safe walking around alone! Staff were awesome, very warm, friendly and helpful (special shout out to Fabrizia) Four bed dorm is very comfortable, good beds with curtains and nice bathroom, everything was very clean
    Madeleine
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £59.53
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 560 reviews
    Great location and close to restaurants, public transport, attractions. The staff were very friendly and would go above and beyond to help you. The airport transport was on time, though it was a bit expensive. Arrival can get to the hotel by yourself and will be cheaper but departure is a bit risky due to the traffic. Not much noise from outside the hotel when windows were closed. Safe area and most people speak English.
    Atoosa
    Family with young children

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