Istanbul · Turkey
Cheers Hostel
Breakfast is included, with organized activities and nights out; the central old-city base suits social trips, though bar noise can run late.
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Cheers Hostel sits in a very central old-city location, close to Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the tram, and other main sights. The rooftop bar and terrace are a clear draw, with night views over Hagia Sophia, and breakfast is included. The hostel has a social, lively feel. There are organized activities and nights out, and the team is often friendly, helpful, and ready with local tips, transit help, and tour planning. Some private rooms are in a separate building, and a few rooms can feel worn or basic. Noise from the bar can carry late, and cleanliness, bathrooms, and showers seem uneven.
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- Some private rooms are in a separate building from the main hostel.
- Noise from the bar can reach nearby rooms late at night.
- Cleanliness and bathroom quality can vary.
- There are repeated concerns about pushy sales tactics and inappropriate behavior from part of the staff.