The location is perfect: 2 minutes from Galata tower, 2 minutes from Taksim bars and restaurants, 5 minutes to the bridge, the metro is near. Couldn't be better in terms of location. The stuff was amazingly nice and helpful. The rooms are being cleaned on a daily basis. Very clean bathroom as well. The breakfast is simple yet fresh and... More

This place was pretty reasonably priced and is located close to the start of Istiklal street which is great for a night out. They only draw back is that it is up a steep hill so not a journey you want to make more than twice a day. We stayed in a 6 bed dorm on the top floor which... More

We stayed 3 nights and we were made to feel so welcome. We are in our 60s and with our son and partner so pretty special!! Mavey made us feel so welcome and gave us great advice. Position is ideal near Galata Tower, rooms are spotless, security excellent. Loved the front room and meeting interesting people there and having a... More

I stayed here for one night before the Istanbul marathon. The front desk is very helpful and security features at the door are comforting (the doors use codes). Rooms were very clean and inexpensive, the beds were comfortable, and the lounge area is welcoming. There is also a cafe attached which is a great addition, and of course the location... More

World House is the best hostel i have stayed in so far...unfortunately i could only stay there for one day, the next day i had to check out because they are so busy and desired by travelers. So i advise travelers to book there full stay in advance if you wish to have your stay at this great hostel uninterrupted.... More

Very good place for a city trip throgh Istanbul! Cheap beds (we had a 14 bed dormatory) but very friendly and helpful staff, nice breakfast (free) and very good situation (right next to the galata tower, 5min by foot to Galata bridge or to Istiklal Caddesi)

We only stayed here for one night, but the receptionist was very friendly and gave us great advice on restaurants and bars. The location is perfect, the rooms were clean, and there were a lot of people always just hanging out. Great vibe here. Would recommend!!!

We stayed in this hostel for 4 nights. A local friend has recommended it to us and it was truly the best recommendation we could get. The price was very reasonable, it is just by the Galata tower (we basically looked at it from the window of our dorm) and just a few steps from the never-sleeping Istiklal street. It... More

Short walk uphill from tram stop near Galata tower. Great location for shopping and nightlife, very near great pedestrian area - Tasim Square. Common area a little cramped. No bar, no rooftop lounge. Good beds, big double rooms, keep bathroom door shut to minimize ... Next door is a mosque - hello 5.30 am call to prayer! But with ear... More