10/10 Excellent
Ahmed
Traveled with family
Jun 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place
Ahmed
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments
Central hostel with free breakfast connected to a rail/subway station in Istanbul
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Reviews
6.06.0 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Laundry
- 24/7 front desk
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
Explore the area
Tel Sk. 26, Beyoglu, Türkiye, Istanbul, 34433
- Istiklal Avenue2 min walk
- Taksim Square8 min walk
- Galata Tower15 min walk
- Istanbul (IST)37 min drive
Room options
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Double Room
- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Shared Dormitory
- Sleeps 1
- 4 Twin Bunk Beds
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Shared Dormitory
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Double Room
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Queen Bed
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Family Apartment
- Sleeps 4
- 1 Queen Bed, 1 Large Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood
Istanbul
Located in Taksim, Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments is within a 5-minute walk of Istiklal Avenue and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Taksim Square. This 80-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi. It's connected to a rail/subway station in central Istanbul and also close to Bosphorus and Galata Tower.
What's nearby
- Istiklal Avenue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Taksim Square - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Galataport - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
- Galata Tower - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
- Hagia Sophia - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles
Getting around
- Taksim Station - 7 min walk
- Beyoglu Station - 14 min walk
- Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW) - 61 min drive
Restaurants
- Lades Muhallebi Menemen - 1 min walk
- Yörem Türkü Bar - 2 min walk
- Yazın-Sanat Rakı Balık - 1 min walk
- Beirut Cafe - 1 min walk
- Neva Bar / Taksim - 1 min walk
About this property
Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments
Central hostel with free breakfast connected to a rail/subway station in Istanbul
At Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services and luggage storage.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include desks and wardrobes or closets.
Languages
English, Turkish
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- No onsite parking available
Food and drink
- Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
- A coffee shop/cafe
- A restaurant
- Coffee and tea in common areas
- Snack bar/deli
Family friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
- 24-hour front desk
- Laundry facilities
- Luggage storage
Guest services
- Concierge services
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- 5 steps to reach entrance
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
More
- Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
More
- Air conditioning
- Desk
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
- Service animals exempt from fees
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Check-in: 2:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- No parking is available onsite.
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
- There are no elevators.
Property is also known as
Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments Istanbul
Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Frequently asked questions
Is a free cancellation option available at Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments?
Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.
How much does it cost to stay at Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments?
As of Jun 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments on Jun 14, 2025 start from $28.57, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What's there to do close to Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments?
This hostel is situated in Taksim within a short 11-minute walk of Taksim Square and also 18 minutes on foot from Galata Tower. You'll also find Bosphorus and Istiklal Avenue less than a mile away.
Is parking available on site at Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments?
No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.
Does Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments feature a casino on the premises?
No, Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments?
No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.
What do couples enjoy most about Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments?
Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a rainfall showerhead as well as a restaurant.
Are there hot tubs at Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments?
No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.
Does Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?
Yes, Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.
Does Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments though service animals are welcome.
Are there connecting rooms at Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments?
No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments?
The closest major airport to Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments is Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Intl. Airport (SAW), which is 26.3 mi away (61 minutes by car). Another top airport is Istanbul Airport (IST), which is located 25.5 mi away (46-minute drive).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments?
No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments.
Gafa Garden Hostel & Apartments Reviews
Reviews
6.0
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6.8/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Staff & service
6.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
6/10 Okay
Melike
Dec 22, 2024
Melike
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
6/10 Okay
Can
Business traveler
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fiyatı uygun koşullar pek iyi değil
Kalan insanlar genelde yabancı ve değişik tipler. Fiyatına göre fena deği.
Can
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2024
2/10 Terrible
tolga
Jul 4, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ortak Banyo tuvalet, klima yok
ortak banyo tuvalet mevcut. katta ki tüm odalarda banyo yok, ortak banyo tuvalete giriyorsun. bir katta 2 oda 4lü ranza mevcut. akşamları çok gürültülü. odada klima dolap yok. otel değil öğrenci yurdu. Kesinlikle tavsiye etmiyorum.
tolga
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024