About

Featuring a terrace, shared lounge zone and bar Bucoleon is located in the Heart of Istanbul. All guest rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. . There is also an onsite restaurant serving Turkish cuisine. Speaking English and Russian at the 24-hour front desk, staff are ready to help around the clock.

Our Hostel is located in the heart of Old Town, within walking distance to all main sightseeings and attraction. Despite the central location the Hostel is in a quite street which lets guests to rest and sleep like a baby.

Located on Istanbul's famous old town, 5 minutes walking distance to magnificent Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Basilica Cistern, and minutes by trams from everything you want to see and you want to do in Istanbul´s vibrant neighbourhoods.

We organize daily events

 MONDAY – WALKING TOUR ORGANIZED BY HOSTEL

 MONDAY - HAPPY HOUR

 TUESDAY - BEER PONG

 TUESDAY – FREE SHISHA NIGHT

 WEDNESDAY – BEER PONG

 WEDNESDAY - PUB CRAWL

 THURSDAY –SULTAN'S SWEET NIGHT

 THURSDAY – SANGRIA NIGHT

 FRIDAY – WALKING TOUR ORGANIZED BY HOSTEL

 FRIDAY – FREE SHISHA NIGHT

 SATURDAY - BBQ PARTY

 SATURDAY – TURKISH NIGHT (BELLY DANCE)

 SATURDAY – PUB CRAWL, DEPARTURE BY PARTY BUS

 SUNDAY – HAMMAM DAY

 SUNDAY – KARAOKE

Bucoleon Hostel Policies and Conditions:

Cancellation policy: 24h before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the 2 nights of your stay.

Check in from 14.00 ( 24 hours reception )
Check out before 11:00

This is a tourist hostel and as such we do not accept bookings by local residents.
Please note that we only accept dormitory guests between the ages of 18 and 40 years old.

Payment upon arrival by cash.

Taxes included.

Breakfast included.

General:
Reception 24/7.
No curfew.
Non smoking.
Maximum stay is 14 days.

House Rules

Check In

13:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 00:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

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

9.2Superb(106)
  • Value for Money
    9.4
  • Security
    9.3
  • Atmosphere
    9.3
  • Cleanliness
    8.4
  • Staff
    9.5
  • Location
    9.7
  • Facilities
    8.8
Summary of traveller reviews

Bucoleon Hostel in Istanbul offers a fantastic social atmosphere with friendly and helpful staff, making it a great choice for solo travellers. Guests praise the excellent location, delicious breakfast, and enjoyable events like pub crawls. Some recent reviews mention occasional cleanliness issues in bathrooms.

Stayed in Jul 2026
10
A
Alessia
Female, 18-24, England
Perfect place! All staff and owner were so kind, helpful and friendly. Surrounding area was lovely and in a great location. Beds were comfy, loved our stay.
Stayed in Jul 2026
10
A
Adrian
Male, 25-30, Hungary
Staff members were really friendly and helpful. The room we had was very good. This value for the price.. 10/10
Stayed in Jul 2026
8.9
B
Bethany
Female, 25-30, England
I will be coming back
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Location

Küçükayasofya mahallesi, Çayıroglu sokak No:7, Istanbul, Turkey
1.9km from city centre