Budget Hostels from S$14

By going with a hostel, you can spend less on accommodations and use more of your budget for fun things to do during your trip. You can check out the museums and other cultural highlights in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices and a social environment.

Ready to book a hostel? These ones have the best reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start looking: Nostalji Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Taşkışla Cable Car Station and Taksim Station. Property features include free WiFi, free parking and a restaurant. You’ll find showers, free toiletries and TVs in all rooms. Sultan Hostel & Guesthouse - Located within a 5-minute walk of Hagia Sophia. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and a restaurant. You’ll find towels, free toiletries and lockers in all rooms. Gökçe Pansiyon - Adult Only - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Caglayan Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Rooms come with towels, showers and linens. Stay Inn Taksim Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Istiklal Avenue. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. Rooms come with towels, showers and lockers. Wabi Hostels - Located within a 10-minute walk of Taksim Square. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant and a bar. You’ll find towels, hairdryers and linens in all rooms.

If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Istanbul, one of Expedia’s 70 hostels could be a great choice for you.

Good weather’s always better when you’re experiencing new places, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 8°C. Average annual precipitation for Istanbul is 683 mm.

In general, Istanbul is known for its cafes, museums and historical sites. Major attractions include Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar. Get out into nature with places such as Gülhane Park, Taksim Gezi Park and Golden Horn. Cultural attractions include Topkapi Palace, Turkish and Islamic Art Museum and SALT Galata.

Keep this information about transit options in Istanbul in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), located 18.9 mi (30.4 km) away. An alternative is Istanbul (IST), which is 21.2 mi (34.1 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transport during your trip. Take advantage of metro transport at Sultanahmet Station, Gulhane Station and Cemberlitas Station. To see more of the area, take a train from Istanbul Cankurtaran Station, Sirkeci Marmaray Station or Istanbul Kumkapi Station.