Antique Hostel

I stayed here for four nights in the dorm and really enjoyed my stay. The place was clean, the breakfast was good, and the location is great — very close to pretty much everything in Sultanahmet. The host was really friendly, and especially the person working in the kitchen. He was always smiling, very caring, and ready to help whenever I needed something. That really made me feel welcome during my stay. Overall, I had a really good experience here. Inshallah, if I come back to Istanbul again, I would definitely choose to stay here.

I like the stuff they are so simple

I first stayed at the Antique Hostel as a 20-something backpacker back in the early 2000s, and upon returning to Istanbul 23 years later, I thought I'd stay in the same place and bring back some memories. It was an amazing experience to return, to meet the fantastic owner Mr Hilmi again after all these years, as well as his son Efe who hadn't even been born last time I was there! As a middle-aged traveller now, I chose this time to stay in one of its double rooms with ensuite bathroom. It was very comfortable, and I loved both the dining area and rooftop terrace again. Breakfast was delicious and served with a huge smile by the lovely breakfast lady, and it really is one top location for accommodation in the city. Right in the heart of Sultanahmet and a short walk to all the sights, as well as down to the Bosphorus, it still retains a quiet and calm atmosphere on one of the area's leafy backstreets, away from the hustle and bustle of the much busier touristy areas to the west. An absolute pleasure to return, and thank you for having me again!

A simple hostel. Great location. Friendly, helpful staff. The simple, neither plentiful, nor poor breakfast, is a welcome gesture

It could be cleaner (hygiene facilities, bed linen), but it was not dirty either.