What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

On average, it’s $22/night for a hostel in Istanbul, though $17/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $5/night in Istanbul. Try to avoid booking your hostel in September (the most expensive month). Booking in September (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Istanbul?

Based on our data, Chambers Of The Boheme is the best Istanbul hostel, with a rating of 9.0/10 from 722 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Istanbul Airport?

If you’re looking for hostels in Istanbul that aren’t far from Istanbul Airport, then the closest one is The Central House Istanbul Taksim, which is 20.4 mi away.

What area of Istanbul is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighborhoods throughout Istanbul, 2% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in European Side in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Nostalji Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

What is the most popular hostel in Istanbul closest to Fatih Camii?

If you’re looking for a hostel near Fatih Camii while in Istanbul, then opt for the popular Second Home Hostel with a 8.3/10 review score from 372 users. The distance from Fatih Camii to Second Home Hostel is 1.4 mi.

Should I stay in a Istanbul hostel?

Staying at a hostel in Istanbul is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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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 February ($12). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is July ($36).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Tuesday ($11). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $21.

How much is a hostel in Istanbul tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Istanbul tonight starting as low as $7, rising to an average cost of $36, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $12 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 $6/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $6/night. For a 4-star hostel in Istanbul, the cheapest rate recently found was $12/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 $11 per night.

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These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Istanbul at the moment. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

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Paxx Istanbul Hotel & Hostel - Adults Only

Firuzaga Mahallesi Cezayir Sokak No 2 A, Istanbul, Turkey

0.2 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$18

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Discover well-known properties in Istanbul that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 8,205 hotels in Istanbul and price data was last updated on March 22, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Istanbul is $21/night.

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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 ($12). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Istanbul is July ($36).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Tuesday ($11). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $21.

How much is a hostel in Istanbul tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Istanbul tonight starting as low as $7, rising to an average cost of $36, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $12 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 $11 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Istanbul, Turkey

These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Istanbul at the moment. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.

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Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Istanbul. There are 8,205 properties in Istanbul and price data was last updated on March 22, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Istanbul is $21/night.

Where to stay in Istanbul

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Istanbul to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on March 22, 2026.

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