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Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse

Hostel near Hagia Sophia in Istanbul

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A hotel room with a wooden bed, green walls, and two bedside lamps.
A multi-story building with a bright orange facade, large windows with white frames, and air conditioning units.
An outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, a stone wall, and a building with illuminated blue and orange lights in the background.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a potted plant, and a staircase leading to an upper floor.
A dining area with tables and chairs, a central bench, and potted plants.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Cankurtaran Mahallesi Akbiyik Caddesi,, Terbiyik Sk. No:3, Istanbul, 34122
  • Place, Hagia Sophia
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Mosque
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Sultanahmet Square
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Istanbul (IST)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room with Bathroom

A hotel room with a wooden bed, green walls, and two bedside lamps.

Double Room with Bathroom

  • City view
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Two wooden beds with white linens, a mirror, and bedside lamps in a room with wooden flooring and green walls.

Triple Room with Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a single bed, wooden flooring, a green wall, a nightstand with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Quadruple Room with Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a green throw blanket, and a wooden headboard.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with bunk beds, a radiator, a window with curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

6 Bed Mixed Dorm Room With Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with bunk beds, a radiator, a window with curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

6 Bed Female Dorm Room With Bathroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A room with bunk beds, a radiator, a window with curtains, and a hanging light fixture.

6 Bed Mixed Dorm Room With Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room with Shared Bathroom

A neatly made bed with white linens and a green throw blanket, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a view of a building through sheer curtains.

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Single Room with Bathroom

A neatly made bed with white linens and a green throw blanket, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a view of a building through sheer curtains.

Single Room with Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

Two wooden beds with white linens, a mirror, and bedside lamps in a room with wooden flooring and green walls.

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • City view
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Two wooden beds with white linens, a mirror, and bedside lamps in a room with wooden flooring and green walls.

Twin Room with Bathroom

  • City view
  • 97 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A double room with two beds, wooden flooring, a clock on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Double Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, blackout drapes

Twin Room with Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

A double room with two beds, wooden flooring, a clock on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Istanbul

Sultanahmet stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Sultanahmet hostel, you'll find Hagia Sophia and Sultanahmet Square. Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hagia Sophia - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Blue Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sultanahmet Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Topkapi Palace - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grand Bazaar - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Istanbul Cankurtaran Station - 3 min walk
  • Sultanahmet Station - 9 min walk
  • Istanbul Airport (IST) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seven Hills - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Palatium cafe and restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ocean's 7 Restaurant Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Seasons Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Rumist Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse

Hostel near Hagia Sophia in Istanbul
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. A complete renovation of Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse was completed in January 2025.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Istanbul hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1994
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse offers 30 accommodations with hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Memory foam beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Bathrooms include showers. Irons/ironing boards and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 2022-34-1650

Property is also known as

Sultan Hostel

Frequently asked questions

How close is Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse to the airport?

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse is 28.2 mi (61-min drive) away from the Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse?

As of Aug 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse on Aug 3, 2026 start from $35, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse have an airport shuttle?

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of EUR 50 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse to the beach?

This hostel is 12.6 mi (32-min drive) from Florya Beach.

Does Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse offer free breakfast?

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse offers free continental breakfast every day from 8 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse have a pool?

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse to downtown Istanbul?

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse is 1 mi away from Istanbul.

Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 269 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 96 out of 269 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 269 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 269 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 269 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Efraín

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was small but good, quiet hotel, good for sleeping and the coffee in the mornings a blessing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eva Tale

Disliked: Amenities
Nice place. Nice location
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joaquín

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel, wonderful staff. I highly recommend it, i’ll come back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

birol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location helpful staff clean rooms and comfortable journey
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mohanad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are very kind and nice and the hotel located very nice near to grand bazar and all the markets and bars, I love it ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay. I like that the area near tourist attractions so it is very safe even after midnight.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very inexpensive to stay here and I was pleasantly shocked of how comfortable the beds were. The service was incredible!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Leidy Andrea

The room was confortable, but under the bed was garbage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Buata Bundu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for shopping, restaurants and exploring the history of Istanbul. Safe to walk around all day and night the hostel has strong wifi and nice complimentary breakfast and the staff were accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Levi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff that was 24/7 and spoke English well. Room looked nothing like the pictures, but decent for the price. Lots of mold in the shower, and the breakfast was so sparse it shouldn’t count as breakfast.
Their ‘breakfast’. Super pretty, but almost nothing to eat
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent location close to the Blue Mosque. Very comfortable bed. Quiet room. The staff are lovely.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gari Wyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Solo

Great comfort and location for solo traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

He

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is good, service is normal
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice people
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Maribel C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place for me to stay in Istanbul and i will stay again. Murat the staff was very helpful. short walk to Hagia Sofia and Blue mosque and topkapi palace and sultanahmet square. well recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

MOHAMED

Liked: Staff & service
Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aurangzeb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Never expect this will be my life time experience staying sultan hostel and guesthouse.owner Hassan very nice and make sure customers have all comfort. On top one of their staff Asmet incredibly supportive and answer all your questions answered in simple and easy way. Always eager to answer and make your journey comfortable. I couldn’t say goodbye to home as he’s off to take care of his dad. Definitely love to stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AHMAD ZAIDY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service.... Value for your money
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Fatma

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not god hostel very bat staf very irrelevant
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place

Conveniently located and the daytime staff was always helpful with cabs, information, and so on. WiFi was spotty but it always worked after a while.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samira Meftah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hostel is the best in sultanahmet, music all day and night, food is great. Staff are very nice and welcoming. Their pub is very nice and open all day and night. Many freebies with drinks, like popcorn, chips and others. Staff is great, specially Ahmet. Will return for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous & friendly welcoming place

A really fabulous short stay at The Sultan Hostel. From the warm and smiling greeting from Ahmed on the desk, the cozy clean dorm and peaceful nights sleep to the lovely breakfast and coffee in the morning and the nice staff. Perfect for a single female traveller. Safe and comfortable in a vibrant area close to all the sights. My go-to place next time in Istanbul and I will defo recommend it to other travellers. Great value and hospitality to match. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a basic accommodation for someone only needing a place to sleep and shower, and spend most of the time in the city. It is relatively close to the tourist sites of the area, but the street to get there do not seem that well traveled. Although this is Sultanahmet, it isn't the very busy side of the neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kanwal

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No elector and property kind of run down. Breakfast very basic. Old property. Repair man was making lot of noice. Be careful from area restaurants sucks be careful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025