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Hostel Le Banc

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Attractively set in the center of Istanbul, Hostel Le Banc has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

S
Shai Skandrani
From
Portugal
amazing staff, very helpful and welcoming, good public areas to meet new people.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,131 reviews
Price from
$105.03
1 night, 2 adults

YOLO Hostel

Kadikoy, Istanbul

Featuring a garden, terrace and views of sea, YOLO Hostel is located in Istanbul, 3.7 miles from Maiden's Towers.

m
mounir
From
Morocco
Hot water , nice people , very helpful , gooo for it A++
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 650 reviews
Price from
$77.38
1 night, 2 adults

Punto Suite

Beyoglu, Istanbul

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.

D
Domagoj
From
Croatia
10/10 – A perfect stay! Punto Suite Hotel in Taksim exceeded all my expectations. The location is unbeatable, right in the vibrant heart of Istanbul, making it incredibly convenient for exploring the city. The room was pristine—spotlessly clean and impeccably maintained. What truly made my stay exceptional was Sabrina, the host. She is an absolute gem: cheerful, welcoming, and always ready to assist with a warm smile. Her hospitality made me feel right at home. If you’re looking for a comfortable and centrally located hotel in Istanbul with an incredible host, Punto Suite is the place to be. I can’t wait to return!"
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews
Price from
$61.85
1 night, 2 adults

Archeo

Beyoglu, Istanbul

Located in Istanbul, a 15-minute walk from Taksim Square, Archeo provides air-conditioned accommodations and a terrace.

A
Abdulrahman
From
Saudi Arabia
The location is perfect next Karaköy , Galataport , Meydan Taksim. The facility spotless.hot shower all the time .the bed is big to sleep. The curtain. Blocks. The lights form bed.people stay hostel are friendly and will respect during sleeping time. The stuff of the hostel are most kind hopefully the office works 24. I can not ask for more than that thank you specially thank you for (Okan Sertoğlu) and see you very soon soon
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,374 reviews
Price from
$59.43
1 night, 2 adults

Wabi Hostels

Sisli, Istanbul

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

E
Evan
From
Netherlands
Great vibe, good place to meet people as a solo traveler. Ahmed at reception is super helpful
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,031 reviews
Price from
$61.92
1 night, 2 adults

Cheers Lighthouse

Fatih, Istanbul

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

B
Bosco
From
France
Historic Location conveniently close to Transport via Metro to various points of Istanbul Safe and great view of Marmara Sea
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,597 reviews
Price from
$44.44
1 night, 2 adults

The Empress Theodora Hotel ll

Fatih, Istanbul

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.

V
Vildan
From
Bosnia and Herzegovina
All great, location is perfect for those visiting for the first time. Great for groups.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,158 reviews
Price from
$68.27
1 night, 2 adults

Moon Hostel

Beyoglu, Istanbul

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

b
bronco jiangyun
From
United States
Newly decorated with precise maintenance and in-time cleaning in the historic area, spacious room, convenient shower room and soft mattress to restore your energy, tranquil in the night with excellent round-clock air conditioning … overall a great hostel in this area for world travelers…
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 402 reviews
Price from
$35.50
1 night, 2 adults

Men's Hostel in Fatih, Istanbul

Fatih, Istanbul

Conveniently set in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Men's Hostel in Fatih, Istanbul is located a 15-minute walk from Suleymaniye Mosque, 1.2 miles from Spice Bazaar and 2.1 miles from Galata Tower.

P
Pierre Vogel
From
Germany
Alhamdulillah, good place and brothers in a spiritual atmosphere. Salahuddin Pierre
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews
Price from
$25.68
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, 8.1 miles from Maiden's Towers and 10 miles from Dolmabahce Palace.

C
Cindy
From
China
Owner Mert is cool and you stay at his place like at home. Everything keep clean all the time. Rooms and shower room are spacious. This place is in the Asia side, not in the old town part, however, people who stayed in European side saying here is much more comfortable. Mert’s place is always full. Those who came here intend to extend their booking. I booked for 2 nights then extended 1 day the came back again after I travelled around Turkey.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 535 reviews
Price from
$37.81
1 night, 2 adults
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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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  • Cheers Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 897 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.

  • Antique Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 978 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.

  • Stanpoli Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 792 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.

  • Second Home Hostel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 108 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,158 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.

  • Big Apple Hotel

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 687 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,097 reviews

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

  • Cheers Lighthouse

    Fatih, Istanbul
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,597 reviews

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

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 12 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...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 782 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 381 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 114 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,595 reviews

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

  • Featuring a garden and a shared lounge, LAOS BOUTIQUE HOTEL&Hostel is located in Istanbul, 1.1 miles from Blue Mosque and 1.1 miles from Basilica Cistern.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

    Located in Istanbul, within a 11-minute walk of Spice Bazaar and 0.4 miles of Suleymaniye Mosque, Mimen Hostel has accommodations with free WiFi throughout the property.

  • DESTA Turizm has accommodations with free WiFi in Istanbul, well situated a 7-minute walk from Suleymaniye Mosque and 1.1 miles from Galata Tower.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - 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 5.2
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews

    Well located in Istanbul, Paxx Istanbul Hotel&Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a restaurant. Featuring an ATM, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 726 reviews

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

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  • Avg. price/night: $113.20
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 651 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: $75.62
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 792 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 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 417 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

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