Orient Hostel, Istanbul

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Orient Hostel is a large one; it houses a tour agency and there is a fabulous cafe/bar on the third floor, and there is even a more fabulous rooftop!

The Location

The hostel has a great location in the Old City, the Sultanahmet area. Both the Blue Mosque and the Hagia Sophia are less than a ten-minute walk away, and you can even watch them from the rooftop! The neighboring streets are full of other hostels, restaurants, and shops -- this is basically the place to be. It's a very touristic area though, so you might want to watch out for the regular tourist traps.

Rooms and Bathrooms

It's a large building, but not a very new one, so things are old. Not all the doors stay shut when you close them, and some of the locks don't lock so easily, but mostly things are in working order. All the areas are kept nice and warm. The rooms are pretty large; there are basic lockers in the dorms, which you can use with your own lock, but the reception encourages guests to use the free safes in reception for storing valuables. There is a little sink in the room, which is kind of useful. There is only one light, but it's enough. There are not too many power outlets, though.

The shared bathrooms are very basic; the shower head doesn't move and the water pressure is a bit weird, but there is hot water in abundance and that makes us happy. There are plenty of hangers as well. The shared toilets could use some more cleaning, but overall they're fine.

Common Spaces

There is a large cafe on the third floor, and there is a bar and that's where a lovely Turkish style breakfast buffet is served in the mornings. The breakfast is very nice and there is even cereal! There is also good coffee. Of course, you can hang out here during the day, and don't forget checking out the roof! It's one of the perks of staying in this area, as the view is fantastic and you can soak up some sun! There is free Wi-Fi throughout the building; though it's not working properly all of the time, it can load basic apps.

Summary

This is a great place to stay that is good value for money, plus the staff are professional and nice at the same time. We had a nice time!
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Orient Hostel, Istanbul
Orient Hostel, Istanbul
Orient Hostel, Istanbul
Orient Hostel, Istanbul
Orient Hostel, Istanbul
Orient Hostel, Istanbul
Orient Hostel, Istanbul
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Markovka
Hostelz.com Staff Reviewer
Published on Apr 10, 2018

Description

We have a bar with a big sound system, new music, and entertainment and recently renovated rooftop cafe (with a unique view of Istanbul's Asia-side as seen from Europe 800 meters away) for special Ottoman meals and quieter evenings.The entertainment is free.

We are ideally located: Topkapi Palace , is our neighbour,Saint Sophia,The Blue Mosque,Yerebatan Cistern,Hippodrome,and numerous museums are within 200m,and the Grand Bazaar,Spice Market,Cemberlitas and Beyazit are an easy walk.The hostel is handy to transport and public services

Our travel desk will be pleased to help you for your arrangements within Turkey and abroad. You may directly get in touch with our agents on orienttour@superonline.com or on info@toycatours.com or may visit the web site of www.toycatours.com in order to get detailed information about Turkiye

We have a bar with a big sound system, new music, and entertainment and recently renovated rooftop cafe (with a unique view of Istanbul's Asia-side as seen from Europe 800 meters away) for special Ottoman meals and quieter evenings.The entertainment is free.

Location and Contact

Location

• To reach The Orient from Atatürk Airport, either catch the HAVAS public bus as far as AKSARAY and transfer there to the Tram to SULTANAHMET. Or, share a taxi from the airport (about US $12, and up to twice that after midnight).
• To reach The Orient from the InterCity bus station (the OTOGAR): catch the metro to AKSARAY, transfer to the tram (direction: EMiNÖNÜ).

Facilities and Amenities

Groups (10+ people)

Party Hostel

Bedsheets

Breakfast

Luggage Storage

Parking

Wi-Fi in Lobby/Commons

Airport Pickup

Bike Rental

Lockers in Lobby

Towels

24 Hour Security

BBQ Grill

Bar

Concierge/Info Desk

Credit Card Payments

Currency Exchange

Food/Restaurant

Hair Dryers

Hot Showers

Kitchen

Laundry

Lounge Area

TV

Genders: Males Only

Max. Age: All Ages

Checkout: 10:00 (10 AM)

Curfew: No Curfew

Lockout: No

Maximum Stay: Unlimited

Minimum Stay: 1 night

Open Dates: All Year

Reception Hours: 24 Hours

Size: Very Large (100+ beds)

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