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

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

The cheapest day to stay in Istanbul is Friday (C$ 16). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is C$ 80.

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 C$ 42 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 5 August 2026
These are the lowest prices we've found on hostels in Istanbul at the moment. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 42
Avg. per night
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 44
Avg. per night
Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 45
Avg. per night
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 56
Avg. per night
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 56
Avg. per night
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 77
Avg. per night
Kucukayasofya Mah. Cayiroglu Sok. No 7, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 77
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
C$ 80
Avg. per night
Hocapasa Mh. Ebusuud Cd. No:19 Sirkeci, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 98
Avg. per night
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 181
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 5 August 2026.
We've come across the following hostels in Istanbul with different price and hostel class options. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Istanbul.
3 stars
Cankurtaran Mh Akbiyik Cd No 17, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
C$ 45
Bulbul Turan Cd no86, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
C$ 181
Sultanahmet Mh. Akbiyik Camii Sk. No.22, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
C$ 44
2 stars and under
Papa Roncalli Sokak No: 34, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
C$ 56
Cankurtaran Mahallesi Seyithasan Sokak,No 12 Sultanahmet Fatih, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
C$ 80
Kucuk Ayasofya Mahallesi Yeğen Sok. No:5/7 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
C$ 77
Inonumahcumhuriyetavenuepaparoncallistreetno15Elma, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
C$ 56
Mimar Mehmet Aga Caddesi No:16, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
C$ 42

Other accommodations in Istanbul

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Istanbul. There are 8,375 properties in Istanbul and price data was last updated on 5 August 2026. The average price for a hotel in Istanbul is C$ 24/night.
Akbiyik Cad. Terbiyik Sok. No:15 Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
C$ 77
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
13.9 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 91
Avg. per night
Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
12.5 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 54
Avg. per night
19 Mayis Mah. Samanyolu sk No 118, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
3.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 68
Avg. per night
Binbirdirek Mah. Gedikpasa Cami Sok. No:66 Cemberlitas, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 67
Avg. per night
Mimar Mehmet Aga Cad No: 26, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Türkiye (Turkey)
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 116
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 5 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 5 August 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Istanbul?

    On average, it’s C$ 41/night for a hostel in Istanbul, though C$ 39/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 13/night in Istanbul. Try to avoid booking your hostel in July (the most expensive month). Booking in January (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Istanbul?

    Stanpoli Hostel boasts a 8.9/10 review rating from 1,516 users, making it the best hostel in Istanbul.

  • What hostel is closest to Istanbul Airport?

    It is 32.9 km to get from Istanbul Airport to The Central House Istanbul Taksim (the nearest Istanbul hostel to the airport).

  • What area of Istanbul is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Istanbul is European Side, according to our data. 1% of users who searched for hostels in Istanbul looked for properties in European Side. If you’re interested in staying in European Side, consider the Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Istanbul closest to Sultan Ahmet Tomb?

    Avrasya Hostel is the most popular hostel in Istanbul that’s close to Sultan Ahmet Tomb (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.2 km from Avrasya Hostel to Sultan Ahmet Tomb. While there may be other hostels near Sultan Ahmet Tomb, Avrasya Hostel is highly rated (8.5/10) by 11 users.

  • Should I stay in a Istanbul hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Istanbul hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Istanbul.

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

    Yes, there are hostels in Istanbul with “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 15 hostels have the “Air-conditioned” amenity in the Istanbul area. The Central House Istanbul Taksim is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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