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 ($21). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is August ($27).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Friday ($16). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $64.

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 $43 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 8 August 2026
At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Istanbul. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$43
Avg. per night
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$44
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$47
Avg. per night
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$52
Avg. per night
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$57
Avg. per night
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$78
Avg. per night
Kucukayasofya Mah. Cayiroglu Sok. No 7, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$78
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
$81
Avg. per night
Hocapasa Mh. Ebusuud Cd. No:19 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$102
Avg. per night
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$183
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 8 August 2026.
Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hostel class.
3 stars
Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2 stars and under
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
Hocapasa Mh. Ebusuud Cd. No:19 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)

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
$61
Avg. per night
Cihannuma Mh., Saray Cad. No 5, Besiktas, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
3.4 km from city centre
Pool
$318
Avg. per night
Küçük Ayasofya, Yeğen Sk, 7, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$52
Avg. per night
Akbiyik Cad. Terbiyik Sok. No:15 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$78
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
17.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$101
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
13.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$92
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
12.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$53
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 8 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 8 August 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    On average, it’s $25/night for a hostel in Istanbul, though $20/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $10/night in Istanbul. Try to avoid booking your hostel in August (the most expensive month). Booking in May (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Istanbul?

    With an average review score of 8.7 (out of 10) from 1,459 HotelsCombined users, Cheers Hostel is considered the best Istanbul hostel.

  • 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?

    European Side is the most popular area of Istanbul to stay in. In the past year, 1% of HotelsCombined users looking for Istanbul hostels searched within European Side. The Central House Istanbul Taksim is a popular hostel in European Side if you choose to stay in the area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Istanbul closest to Çemberlitaş Hamam?

    The most popular Istanbul hostel near Çemberlitaş Hamam is Cheers Hostel. Cheers Hostel has a rating of 8.7/10 from 1,459 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.5 km from Çemberlitaş Hamam.

  • Should I stay in a Istanbul hostel?

    Hostels in Istanbul tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Istanbul hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

  • Does Istanbul have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, 11 Istanbul hostels list “Air-conditioned” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Istanbul with this feature, then consider staying at the popular The Central House Istanbul Taksim.

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