What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

On average, it’s $43/night for a hostel in Istanbul, though $38/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $9/night in Istanbul. Try to avoid booking your hostel in October (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 10.0 (out of 10) from 1 HotelsCombined user, Gökçe Pansiyon - Adult Only - Hostel is considered the best Istanbul hostel.

What hostel is closest to Istanbul Airport?

Gökçe Pansiyon - Adult Only - Hostel is 30.0 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. Nostalji Hostel 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 Sütunu?

The most popular Istanbul hostel near Çemberlitaş Sütunu is Cheers Hostel. Cheers Hostel has a rating of 8.7/10 from 1,419 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.6 km from Çemberlitaş Sütunu.

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.

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Travel insights for 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 September ($18). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is October ($219).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Tuesday ($15). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $22.

How much is a hostel in Istanbul tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Istanbul tonight starting as low as $10, rising to an average cost of $52, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $16 for a 4-star hostel in Istanbul for tonight.

How much is a Istanbul hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Istanbul this weekend for as little as $17/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $10/night. For a 4-star hostel in Istanbul, the cheapest rate recently found was $17/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Istanbul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 12 days before your trip to Istanbul. The lowest price found when booking 12 days ahead was $16 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Istanbul, Turkey

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.

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Paxx Istanbul Hotel & Hostel - Adults Only

Firuzaga Mahallesi Cezayir Sokak No 2 A, Istanbul, Turkey

0.4 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$26

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Discover well-known properties in Istanbul that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 8,205 hotels in Istanbul and price data was last updated on 22 March 2026. The average price for a hotel in Istanbul is $42/night.

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Travel insights for hostels in Istanbul

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Istanbul?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Istanbul is September ($18). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is October ($219).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Tuesday ($15). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $22.

How much is a hostel in Istanbul tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Istanbul tonight starting as low as $10, rising to an average cost of $52, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $16 for a 4-star hostel in Istanbul for tonight.

How much is a Istanbul hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Istanbul?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 12 days before your trip to Istanbul. The lowest price found when booking 12 days ahead was $16 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Istanbul, Turkey

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.

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Where to stay in Istanbul

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