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🏆 BIG APPLE HOSTEL – VOTED BEST HOSTEL IN TURKEY (HOSCAR AWARD WINNER 2016 & 2017)

Newly renovated • Central Sultanahmet location • Social & fun atmosphere • Rooftop with Sea of Marmara view

Big Apple Hostel & Hotel has been fully renovated and newly redecorated, offering a modern, social and comfortable stay in the historical heart of Istanbul.

Our property is located in Sultanahmet (Old City), only a few minutes’ walk from The Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and historical Turkish Baths. Grand Bazaar is just 10 minutes away and we are only a short drive to Taksim Square.

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🛏 Rooms & Facilities
• Fully air-conditioned rooms
• Free high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the property
• 24/7 heating and hot water
• Dorm beds with privacy curtains + personal reading light and dorm age limit 18-40.
• Lockers under each bed
• Private rooms include private bathrooms, large TVs, AC, hairdryers
• Shared rooms also have inside bathrooms

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🍳 Free Buffet Breakfast & 24/7 Reception

We offer free open-buffet breakfast to all our guests, including unlimited tea & coffee.
Our reception and guest assistance service is available 24 hours.

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🎉 Social Atmosphere & Weekly Events

Stay with us and join our amazing social activities where you can meet backpackers from all around the world:
• Family Dinners
• Card & Board Game Nights
• Karaoke Nights
• Pub Crawls
• BBQ Parties on our rooftop terrace

Our rooftop common area offers stunning views of the Sea of Marmara and Sultanahmet, making it the perfect place to relax, socialize, eat, drink and enjoy the city vibes.

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💬 Additional Information
• Check-in: 14:00
• Check-out: 11:00 (free luggage storage available before & after)
• For security, property may request CVV to confirm the reservation
• We strongly advise not trusting taxi drivers’ pricing information

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 00:00

Check Out

until 12:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Breakfast
  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
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Reviews

7.7Very Good(3103)
  • Value for Money
    7.5
  • Security
    7.7
  • Atmosphere
    6.7
  • Cleanliness
    7.7
  • Staff
    8.0
  • Location
    9.0
  • Facilities
    7.2
Summary of traveller reviews

Big Apple Hostel in Istanbul offers a fantastic location, close to major attractions. Guests frequently praise the friendly and helpful staff, with many mentioning Murat and Enes. The rooftop terrace with its views is a highlight. While generally clean, some recent reviews note occasional issues with bathroom cleanliness. It's well-suited for solo travellers and couples looking for a social atmosphere.

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Stayed in Sept 2026
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Anonymous
Male, 41+, Sweden
Perfect thanks
Stayed in Sept 2026
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Nicholette
Female, 25-30, USA
Staff was unpleasant to deal with- first they didn’t even have a room for my reservation I booked for the first night. breakfast was terrible, it rained while I stayed there with water pouring down the stairs and flooding my room. Staff was not eager to help. Horribly over priced and the area surrounding was very touristy. Restaurants were over priced with terrible food. I did not get my money back when left early due to flooding. Do not book here
Stayed in Jun 2026
10
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Anonymous
Female, 41+, Canada
Right in the heart of the old town, steps from the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Super friendly and helpful staff. Rooftop terrace with awesome views.
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Location

Akbiyik Caddesi Bayramfirin Sok no:12, Sultanahmet, Istanbul, Turkey
2km from city centre