Authentic hostels in Istanbul

Hostels in Istanbul are a perfect option for those who want to explore the capital without paying over the odds. Classic, hi-tech, or traditional Turkish interiors with clean dorm rooms, free Wi-Fi, friendly staff available 24/7, delicious breakfast, and a plethora of other conveniences won't cost you an arm and a leg. Have a look at our thoroughly picked selection of the best Istanbul hostels with the beauties of the Ottoman capital at arm's reach. Leave yourself to the magic of Istanbul without brushing with the costs. The only thing you will lack here is time, as the number of fundamental sights here is tending to infinity!

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  • Cheers Hostel

    600 m to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.6
    Excellent
    (920 reviews)
    Providing baggage storage for guests, the 3-star Cheers Hostel is located nearly 5 minutes' walk from the historical urban Gulhane Park. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also just…
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  • Cheers Lighthouse

    900 m to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.3 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8
    Good
    (1611 reviews)
    Situated at a 750-metre distance from Little Hagia Sophia, the family 3-star Cheers Lighthouse Hostel offers guests to relax on a terrace. Offering a car park on site…
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  • Wabi Hostels

    4 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.2 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.4
    Excellent
    (1056 reviews)
    The 2-star Wabi Hostels features a lift and currency exchange, and is situated 25 minutes' stroll from Neve Shalom Synagogue. Offering Wi-Fi, this hostel also boasts a location…
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  • Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse

    900 m to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.4 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.8
    Good
    (1263 reviews)
    The lovely 3-star Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse is located 25 minutes' walk from the Roman Valens Aqueduct and features a sun deck and various recreational opportunities. The hostel is situated…
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  • Antique Hostel

    900 m to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.6 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8
    Good
    (1118 reviews)
    Located in a business neighbourhood, the 2-star Antique Hostel features a sundeck and various recreational opportunities to ensure a memorable stay. The budget hostel is situated near a tube…
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  • Bahaus Guesthouse Hostel

    900 m to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.5 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8
    Good
    (808 reviews)
    Featuring a restaurant and luggage storage onsite, Bahaus Guesthouse Hostel is situated in the Old City Sultanahmet district, 10 minutes' drive from Suleymaniye Mosque. A car park is available on…
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  • Big Apple Hotel

    900 m to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.5 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.4
    Good
    (753 reviews)
    Situated just 8 minutes' walk from Basilica Cistern, Big Apple Hotel hostel offers guests to relax on a shared lounge. Offering luggage storage, the hostel is a few minutes' drive…
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  • Cheers Midtown Hostel

    2.3 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8
    Good
    (294 reviews)
    Providing baggage storage for guests, the 2-star Cheers Midtown Hostel is located a 5-minute walk from Fransiz Sokagi. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also at a moderate…
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  • Hanchi Hostel

    900 m to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.5 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.6
    Good
    (1802 reviews)
    The 3-star Hanchi Hostel, located around 20 minutes' walk from the mimar Sinan Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami, features Wi-Fi throughout the property. This hostel lies in the Old…
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  • Stay Inn Taksim Hostel

    2.9 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.1 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.8
    Good
    (968 reviews)
    The comfortable 3-star Stay Inn Taksim Hostel is situated near an entertainment district, around 10 minutes' drive from Historic Areas of Istanbul. Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, the…
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  • Taksim Hostel Green House Istanbul

    3.9 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.1 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.2
    Good
    (243 reviews)
    Featuring currency exchange and a tour desk, the 2-star Taksim Hostel Green House Istanbul is located merely 5 minutes' walk from Ekav Art Gallery. Offering a car park on…
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  • Istanbul Harmony Hostel

    700 m to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.2 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.4
    Good
    (284 reviews)
    Istanbul Harmony Hostel features currency exchange and a lift, while being located within 500 metres of Sirkeci train station. The hostel lies in the Old City Sultanahmet district, and the…
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  • Yolohostel

    5 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.4 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    9
    Excellent
    (607 reviews)
    Yolohostel hostel is situated 5 minutes on foot from Kadikoy Istanbul Boga Meydani and features bicycles for rent. Offering Wi-Fi, the hostel also boasts a location a few minutes'…
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  • Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments - Great Location

    2.9 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.1 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.6
    Good
    (1813 reviews)
    Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments - Great Location, located within 25 minutes' walk of Hagia Irene, features Wi-Fi throughout the property.
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  • Cheers Vintage Hostel

    900 m to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.4
    Excellent
    (884 reviews)
    Located just 1.9 km from Beyazit Square, Cheers Vintage Hostel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and a car park. The hostel lies in the Old City Sultanahmet district, and…
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  • The Central House Istanbul Galata

    2.4 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.4
    Excellent
    (83 reviews)
    The Central House Istanbul Galata hostel is situated 45 km away from Istanbul airport and features bus shuttle to accommodate guests' transportation needs. This hostel offers baggage storage and is…
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  • Paxx Istanbul Hotel & Hostel (Adults Only)

    2.5 km to the city centre
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    Pleasant location
    This property boasts pleasant location. It has a score 6.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    4.8
    Average
    (313 reviews)
    Located at a distance of 2.9 km from Rahmi M. Koc Museum, Paxx Istanbul Hotel & Hostel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and a private parking garage. Situated relatively near…
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  • Hush Hostel Lounge

    4.9 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.2 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.4
    Excellent
    (1028 reviews)
    Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, the 2-star Hush Hostel Lounge offers accommodation within 25 minutes' walk of Moda Coastal Park and Pathway.
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  • Manu Startup House

    12.4 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.6
    Excellent
    (429 reviews)
    Offering Wi-Fi, Manu Startup House Hostel also boasts a location around a 10-minute stroll from Bostanci.
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  • Second Home Hostel

    600 m to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.8
    Excellent
    (112 reviews)
    Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, the 2-star Second Home Hostel offers accommodation at a distance of 0.9 km from Topkapi Palace harem. This hostel is situated near an…
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  • Lola Backpacker'S Hostel

    1.7 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.6 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.8
    Good
    (181 reviews)
    Located close to the historic Rustem Pasha Mosque, Lola Backpacker'S Hostel has a shared lounge. Offering Wi-Fi, the hostel also boasts a location approximately a 5-minute walk from…
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  • Archeo (Adults Only)

    2.2 km to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.5 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.6
    Excellent
    (1518 reviews)
    Situated 6 minutes' stroll from Kilic Ali Pasha Complex Mosque, Archeo Hostel offers guests to relax on a terrace. Offering Wi-Fi, the hostel also boasts a location within close…
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  • The Empress Theodora Hotel Ll

    900 m to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.8
    Excellent
    (1243 reviews)
    Situated about 600 metres from the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum, The Empress Theodora Hotel Ll hostel offers guests to relax on a terrace. The hotel lies in the Old…
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  • Orient Hostel

    900 m to the city centre
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    8.6
    Excellent
    (30 reviews)
    Providing bag storage for guests, the 3-star Orient Hostel is located merely a 6-minute walk from the great Hagia Sophia Museum. This hostel offers accommodation with luggage storage…
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  • Windrose Hostel Istanbul

    2.9 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8
    Good
    (214 reviews)
    Located within 25 minutes' walk of Church of the Monastery of Christ Pantokrator, Windrose Hostel Istanbul offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and a car park. The hotel is situated…
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  • Bucoleon By Cheers

    900 m to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7
    Good
    (364 reviews)
    Located a mere 0.8 km from Basilica Cistern, the boutique 2-star Bucoleon By Cheers Hostel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and parking. The hostel is situated near an…
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  • Nobel Hostel

    900 m to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.4 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.2
    Excellent
    (221 reviews)
    The 2-star Nobel Hostel, located 11 minutes' stroll from the functioning Blue Mosque, features Wi-Fi in the rooms. The comfortable hostel lies in the Old City Sultanahmet district…
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  • Istiklal Terrace Hostel

    700 m to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.1 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    Istiklal Terrace Hostel is situated in the Old City Sultanahmet district and provides guests with laundry facilities and dry cleaning service. Located at a distance of 2.5 km from Pera…
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  • Istanbul Suite Home Galata

    2 km to the city centre
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    8.4
    Excellent
    (160 reviews)
    Offering 16 rooms, the 2-star Istanbul Suite Home Galata hostel boasts a location merely a 6-minute walk from Kilic Ali Pasha Complex. Located around a 25-minute walk…
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  • Stanpoli Hostel

    800 m to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.6 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.8
    Excellent
    (837 reviews)
    Providing bag storage for guests, the 2-star Stanpoli Hostel is located about 300 metres from Rodeo. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hotel is also a short distance from Historic Areas…
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  • Brk Dream Suites Taksim

    3.5 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.4
    Excellent
    (110 reviews)
    The 3-star Suite Dreams Istanbul hostel, located around a 10-minute ride from Sultanahmet District, features Wi-Fi throughout the property. Offering public parking nearby, this hostel is a…
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  • Levanten Hostel

    3 km to the city centre
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    Very good location
    This property boasts very good location. It has a score 7.6 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.4
    Good
    (194 reviews)
    Providing guests with cars for rent, the budget 2-star Levanten Hostel is located 10 minutes' drive from Cagaloglu Hamami Public Bath. Offering Wi-Fi, the hostel also boasts a…
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  • Castle Hostel

    700 m to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.5 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.2
    Excellent
    (36 reviews)
    Offering 8 rooms, the 3-star Castle Hostel boasts a location a mere 450 metres from German Fountain. Providing public parking, the hostel is located in the neighbourhood of Sokullu…
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  • Eastwest Guesthouse

    2.6 km to the city centre
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    7.8
    Good
    (12 reviews)
    Eastwest Guesthouse hostel is situated near an entertainment district, merely 5 minutes' walk from Church of Saint Anthony of Padua. Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, the hostel is a…
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  • Rapunzel Hostel

    2 km to the city centre
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    7.4
    Good
    (9 reviews)
    Offering 8 rooms, Rapunzel Hostel boasts a location a mere 6 minutes' walk from Galata Mevlevi Museum. The hostel offers a private parking garage available for EUR 10 per day…
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  • Hostel Le Banc

    2 km to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.8 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    9.2
    Excellent
    (1275 reviews)
    Situated around 300 metres from The Quincentennial Foundation Jewish Museum of Turkish Jews, Hostel Le Banc offers a shared lounge for guests to unwind. Offering Wi-Fi, the hostel also…
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  • Hamam Hostel 1469

    1.4 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.8 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.6
    Good
    (1119 reviews)
    Hamam Hostel 1469 is 15 minutes' stroll from Beyazit Tower and offers cars for rent. Guests can make use of parking, which is available on site.
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  • Agora Hostel

    900 m to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    Offering 25 rooms, Agora Hostel boasts a location only 6 minutes' walk from Kapiagasi Mahmutaga Cami. Featuring private parking, the hostel is located in proximity to Mehmet Cetinkaya Gallery.
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  • Sanat Hostel Taksim

    2.9 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.3 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.2
    Good
    (875 reviews)
    Sanat Hostel Taksim features a lift and currency exchange, and is situated around a 10-minute drive from the Ottoman-era Friday Blue Mosque. Offering Wi-Fi, this hostel also…
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  • Nostalji Hostel

    3.7 km to the city centre
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    Very good location
    This property boasts very good location. It has a score 7.8 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.4
    Excellent
    (66 reviews)
    Situated around 600 metres from Republic Monument, Nostalji Hostel offers guests to relax on a terrace. Offering Wi-Fi, the hostel also boasts a location within close proximity of Taksim.
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  • Ferah Otel

    1.5 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.8 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8
    Good
    (691 reviews)
    Ferah Otel hostel is located 45 km from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International airport and offers bus shuttle to meet guests' transportation needs. Featuring Wi-Fi, the hostel is also just…
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  • Musk24H

    2.4 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.3 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    6.4
    Good
    (1339 reviews)
    Located close to Asmali Mescit Street, Musk24H Hostel has a sunbathing terrace. Offering Wi-Fi, this hostel also boasts a location only 350 metres from Sishane-Zemin Istanbul.
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  • Rodin Hostel

    2.9 km to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.5 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.4
    Excellent
    (597 reviews)
    Situated merely 6 minutes' stroll from French Street, Rodin Hostel offers a shared lounge for guests to unwind. Offering Wi-Fi, the hostel also boasts a location a few minutes'…
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  • Taksim City Ivy Hostel

    3.4 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.2
    Good
    (32 reviews)
    The 3-star Taksim City Hostel is situated 45 km away from Istanbul airport and features shuttle to accommodate guests' transportation needs. This hostel offers luggage storage and is located…
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  • Chillout Lya Hostel & Lounge

    3 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8
    Good
    (337 reviews)
    Featuring live performances and a nightclub for an entertaining stay, Chillout Lya Hostel & Lounge is located at a distance of 2.7 km from Dolmabahce Palace. Guests can make use of…
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  • Moda Hostel

    5.1 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.3 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.2
    Excellent
    (27 reviews)
    Providing luggage storage for guests, the 3-star Moda Hostel is located merely 6 minutes' walk from Kadife Sokak. Featuring Wi-Fi throughout the property, this hostel is within walking…
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  • Taksim History Wooden Hostel

    3.6 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8
    Good
    (353 reviews)
    Taksim History Wooden Hostel is situated 45 km away from Istanbul airport and features bus shuttle to accommodate guests' transportation needs. The hostel offers baggage storage and is located at…
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  • Chambers Of The Boheme

    3 km to the city centre
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    Exceptional location
    This property boasts exceptional location. It has a score 9.5 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    8.6
    Excellent
    (350 reviews)
    Chambers Of The Boheme Hostel is situated merely 7 minutes' walk from Historical Galatasaray Bath and features cars for rent. Offering Wi-Fi, the hostel also boasts a location just…
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  • Nomad Hostel Karakoey

    1.8 km to the city centre
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    Excellent location
    This property boasts excellent location. It has a score 9.3 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.8
    Good
    (400 reviews)
    Nomad Hostel Karakoy is located 45 km from Istanbul airport and offers shuttle to meet guests' transportation needs. Featuring Wi-Fi, this hostel is also within easy reach of Karakoy…
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  • B.A.A Sabiha Goekcen

    29.4 km to the city centre
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    Superb location
    This property boasts superb location. It has a score 8.7 out of 10 for location according to the visitors’ reviews. It must be a convenient place to stay!
    7.8
    Good
    (310 reviews)
    Offering a picnic area and a garden for guests' enjoyment, B.A.A Sabiha Gokcen Hostel is located at a distance of 3.2 km from Pond Park.
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