About

Manu Startup House is a community-driven hostel designed for digital nomads and independent travelers in Istanbul.

Created and run by travelers, the hostel focuses on what modern nomads really need: a welcoming social atmosphere, comfortable spaces to stay, and an environment where people from around the world can connect.

Our space combines productivity and community. Guests enjoy high-speed WiFi, dedicated workspaces, shared kitchens, and multiple common areas designed for relaxing, working, and meeting other travelers.

Each room offers comfortable beds, bed linen, lockers, and shared bathroom facilities. Some rooms also include desks for guests who need a quiet place to work.

We are not a party hostel, but a social one. Many of our guests are digital nomads, Erasmus students, and long-term travelers who enjoy a relaxed and respectful atmosphere.

Located in Istanbul, Manu Startup House offers the perfect base for exploring the city while being part of an international traveler community.

Many of our guests arrive for a few nights and end up extending their stay.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 24:00

Check Out

until 11:00

  • Age Restriction
  • Non Smoking
  • Pet Friendly
  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Security Lockers
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Meeting Rooms
  • Jobs Board
  • Coworking Space
  • Airport Transfers
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Reviews

8.7Fabulous(87)
  • Value for Money
    8.8
  • Security
    9.0
  • Atmosphere
    8.2
  • Cleanliness
    8.9
  • Staff
    9.1
  • Location
    8.2
  • Facilities
    8.4
Summary of traveller reviews

Manu Startup House in Istanbul offers a clean and comfortable stay, ideal for digital nomads with excellent co-working spaces and reliable WiFi. Staff are friendly and helpful, and the location is convenient for the Sabiha Gökçen Airport and public transport. Some guests noted issues with room keys and thin blankets.

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Stayed in Aug 2026
10
H
Hasan
Male, 25-30, Iraq
One of the best hostels in Istanbul Everything was good and clean I have the best reception stuff ❤️❤️
Stayed in Jul 2026
8.3
S
Silvina
Female, 31-40, Uruguay
Very chill hostel, and the private offices are a great plus if you work remotely. It wasn’t crowded when I stayed, so it was nice and quiet. The downside is the location—it’s quite far from the main attractions, which made going back after a day exploring pretty annoying. The volunteer girls were great. The owner took the AC remote because we left it on too long, which I found unnecessary. If you work remotely and don’t care about location, it’s a good option.
Stayed in Jul 2026
4.6
M
Mobina
Female, 18-24, Canada
Not the best location; finding the hostel from the metro station was challenging. Not the social hostel that you would want to go to, to meet friends. Did not like the atmosphere at all; the only good thing about it, was the nice and helpful staff.
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Location

Icerenkoy mh. Ertac sk. Ardil Is Merkezi no:4, Floor 2 Atasehir, Istanbul, Turkey
13.3km from city centre