About

Windrose Hostel Istanbul is very centrally located Istanbul Taksim and offers you a great stay in Istanbul,Taksim.
We are just a two minute walk to Taksim Square and the rich shopping district of Istiklal Street, the main pedestrian thoroughfare of Beyoglu.
Public transit like buses, metro and ferries are just a few minutes away. The new extension of the metro makes it very easy to get to the oldtown, Sultanahmet.

We always want that you feel like home and welcome you like a friend. Our hostel offers a friendly atmosphere where travelers from whole world can meet, create new memories and new friendships.Our helpful and friendly reception will try to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
We will help you with the latest information about the hippest clubs, restaurants and bars.

Our hostel building is a restored antique wooden building with 14 rooms with high ceilings, 1 Kitchen where you can hang out and chill.
We have 5 private en suite double bed rooms, 3 shared 6 bed rooms, 2 shared 4 bed rooms, 3 two bed rooms and 2 single bedroom.
The rooms are comfortably designed. The double rooms are ensuite with towels, hair dryer, shampoo and soap included.
The dorm rooms have a shared bathroom (shared with max one more room).

*HOSTEL RULES AND CONDIT?ONS*
*the reception works 24/7
*Check in after 2 pm - check out before 11 am
*Please bring own your padlock or you can rent it from the reception
*Full payment up front in cash is required
*Hair dryer
*Free and fast Wi-Fi
*Towels (2 euros for the dormitory rooms)
*24 hours hot water
*FREE Luggage Store
*Free Linens
*FREE Iron

*HOSTEL EVENTS AND TOURS

-AIRPORT TRANSFERS (pick up&Drop off service please ask for the price)
*TOURS
-DAILY BOSPHORUS CRUISE (ask for options with tour guide or with dinner/drinks and dance shows)
-TURKISH BATH&HAMAM (ask for packet options and reservation)
-WHIRLING DERVISH/BELLY DANCE SHOW (daily cultural experience)
-TOURS AROUND TURKEY AND CAPPADOCCIA TR?P
-DAILY CITY TOURS (such as Gallipoli,Troy,Ephesus,Pamukkale,Bursa,Islands)
We will try to make your stay as comfortable as possible

We hope to welcome you on Windrose Hostel soon! Happy travels.

Windrose hostel Istanbul l Policies & Conditions:

Cancellation policy: Free cancellation is available up to 72 hours prior to the scheduled arrival date.

For cancellations made within 72 hours of the scheduled arrival date, the property will charge:
100% of the total reservation amount for stays of 1 night,
60% of the total reservation amount for stays of 2 to 3 nights,
50% of the total reservation amount for stays of 4 nights or more.

In the event of a no-show, the property will charge:
100% of the total reservation amount for stays of 3 nights or less,
60% of the total reservation amount for stays of 4 nights or more.

By making a reservation, the guest agrees to these charges and authorises the property to charge the applicable amount to the provided payment method in accordance with this policy.

The property reserves the right to pre-authorise the provided credit card at any time prior to arrival. Reservations with invalid, declined, or non-chargeable cards may be cancelled after the guest has been notified

Payment upon arrival by cash, credit cards.

Check in 2 pm
Check out 11 am

If you pay by card we must add 8 % from the price for bank commision

*GENERAL*
Taxes included.
No curfew.
Maximum stays is 30 days

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free City Maps
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Adaptors
  • Airport Transfers
  • Luggage Storage
  • Fax Service
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Reviews

8.8Fabulous(298)
  • Value for Money
    8.5
  • Security
    9.5
  • Atmosphere
    8.5
  • Cleanliness
    8.2
  • Staff
    9.2
  • Location
    9.8
  • Facilities
    8.1
Summary of traveller reviews

Windrose Hostel Istanbul offers a fantastic location, praised for its proximity to Taksim Square and easy access to transport. Guests frequently highlight the friendly and helpful staff, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. While many find the rooms comfortable and clean, some recent reviews mention issues with bathroom cleanliness and occasional maintenance problems. It suits travellers looking for a central and convenient base in Istanbul.

Stayed in Jul 2026
9.7
M
Mike
Male, 41+, England
Windrose Hostel is in a excellent location off Taxim Square. The staff are very helpful. It is in an old building, but kept very clean. The bunk beds are comfortable and the WiFi was good except when there was a power cut. I would definitely stay there again
Stayed in Jun 2026
8.0
K
Keir
Male, 41+, England
Staff members Elfin from Rwanda, Gloria from Russia and Emre from Turkey are quiet and very friendly. As I felt ill, I tried to sleep early which is difficult before one a.m. with the noise. The canned music sounds like someone gave magnificent sounds to Brian Eno to cover in a 4/4 machine beats, which completely destroyed them. You can forgive everything but the music, which stops at midnight. Everything is cleaned several times a day so what you use is spotless.
Stayed in Jun 2026
9.4
A
Anne
Female, 41+, England
Surprisingly it was very quiet, not many people staying. Lovely staff, very clean although it could do with a bit of TLC lol
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Location

Mücadele cikmazi no.5 taksim, Beyoglu/ taksim, Istanbul, Turkey
2.4km from city centre