Istanbul is a BIG city, and a must-see for any traveller to Turkey. Here are my 11 top Istanbul hostels recommendations:
Bahaus Guesthouse
๐ 6 minutes’ walk away from the Blue Mosque
๐๏ธ Dorms are spacious and clean, bunks are basic and have simple privacy curtains
๐ฟ New, clean bathrooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Excellent breakfast is included in your stay. No kitchen, but superb terrace
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Doubles and twins with shared bathrooms
Cheers Lighthouse
๐ 5 minute walk to the Blue Mosque
๐๏ธ Modern dorms with sturdy bunks and amazing views
๐ฟ Plentiful, clean bathrooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Terraces overlooking the Marmara Sea. Excellent Turkish breakfast included
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Private rooms for 1-4 people, plus suite with sauna and Jacuzzi
Cheers Hostel
๐ Steps away from key sights Ayasofya, Topkapi Palace and Blue Mosque
๐๏ธ Spacious 6, 8 and 10-bed dorms with air conditioning
๐ฟ Good condition bathrooms on each floor
๐ฝ๏ธ Good value bar and restaurant on site
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Private rooms available in separate building
Wabi Sabi Hostel
๐ 5 minutes from Taksim Square
๐๏ธ Excellent, new dorms with comfy bunks featuring reading lights
๐ฟ Nicely designed bathooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Free breakfast, rooftop bar and cafe with city views
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Private rooms with shared or en-suite bathrooms
Cheers Prive
๐ Very close to Cheers Hostel, and so also amidst all the action of the Old City
๐๏ธ Good bunks in spacious, light 6, 8 and 10-bed dorms
๐ฟ Stylish bathrooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Breakfast included, really lovely bar
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Twin or 3-bed en-suite rooms in separate building
Jumba Hostel
๐ 10 minute walk to Taksim Sq, 18 minute walk to Galata Tower
๐๏ธ Good bunks in 4 or 6-bed dorms. Characterful building
๐ฟ Plenty of bathrooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Small kitchen, gorgeous communal areas
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Private rooms with shared bathrooms
Stay Inn Taksim
๐ 10 minute walk to Taksim Square
๐๏ธ Superb bunks with individual lights plus privacy curtains
๐ฟ Decent bathrooms for each room
๐ฝ๏ธ Free breakfast, great cafe on site, outdoor terrace
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Double rooms with private or shared bathrooms
Bucoleon Hostel
๐ Located in Old Town, 5 minutes from Ayasofya
๐๏ธ Large range of dorms. ‘Party’ hostel…
๐ฟ OK bathrooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Good common areas, lots of organised fun, terrace with awesome views
๐งโ๐คโ๐งGood value private rooms
Paris Hotel & Hostel
๐ Just steps to the Blue Mosque
๐๏ธ Most shared rooms have beds, not bunks. Some are a bit cramped
๐ฟ Every room has a shower and toilet
๐ฝ๏ธ Bar, cafe and breathtaking rooftop terrace
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Some small private rooms
Cheers Vintage
๐ Next to the Blue Mosque
๐๏ธ Most dorms have OK bunks, but some dorms are a bit cramped
๐ฟ Clean, modern bathrooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Excellent communal area, small terrace
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Good value private rooms with en-suites
HANCHI Hostel
๐ Historic area of Kumkapฤฑ
๐๏ธ Modern dorms with private lights and sockets
๐ฟ All rooms have stylish bathrooms
๐ฝ๏ธ Various communal areas, including kitchen, bar and roof terrace
๐งโ๐คโ๐ง Comfortable private rooms
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