Hostel Le Banc
Şahkulu Mahallesi, Şah Değirmeni Sokak, no:7 Taksim/ Beyoğlu
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Why people book this hotel
“The staff went out of their way to help us”
“It is a former hostel and fells like it”
“Good location”
“Location, service, easy to check-in”
“Good breakfast and a lovely room”
“I had my own room”
“It’s clean but felt like the pillow could be replaced”
“Did mot feel clean”
“Two types of set breakfast to choose from”
“Breakfast included is a delicious the coffee shop was great 😊 wish we could hav…”
“Good value for money”
Overview
Attractively situated in Istanbul, Hostel Le Banc features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is situated 1.7 km from Taksim Metro Station, 1.4 km from Istiklal Street and 2.4 km from Suleymaniye Mosque. The accommodation provides karaoke and a shared kitchen. Guest rooms at the hostel are fitted with a seating area. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at Hostel Le Banc also boast a city view. The rooms have bed linen. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. Hostel Le Banc provides an ironing service, as well as business facilities like fax and photocopying. Speaking English, Spanish and Turkish at the reception, staff are always on hand to help. Popular points of interest near the hostel include Galata Tower, Spice Bazaar and Taksim Square. The nearest airport is Istanbul, 36 km from Hostel Le Banc, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Traveller reviews
Susan
solo_traveller
May 19, 2026
Great little hotel in a great area. The staff went out of their way to help us. Good breakfast and a lovely room.
Helen
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
“Good for overnight stay”
Good location. 5 min walk to metro. I had my own room. It’s clean but felt like the pillow could be replaced. Bring your own. It’s good for a one night . The shower was missing a door .
Maxim
couple
April 12, 2026
“Not a clean feeling of a hostel, in a good location though”
It is a former hostel and fells like it. The property is relatively dirty and not well maintained. Did mot feel clean
Dora Esperanza
solo_traveller
March 29, 2026
Location, service, easy to check-in
Aleyna Doğa
extended_group
March 5, 2026
the location was perfect.
YULIA
solo_traveller
February 28, 2026
“My favourite”
Great staff, Perfect Location, Shared Kitchen 24 h open
Anthony
solo_traveller
January 19, 2026
I stayed here a few weeks ago when it was a hostel and it was fantastic. However it has now (through no choice of the owners) become a hotel. Still the same great facilities as before.
Ana Mijal
solo_traveller
January 7, 2026
“Lovely acomodation”
They gave me an upgrade and I had a private room even that I booked for a shared one. It was just great. Really clean, with great warming system, towels and whatever you need from a room. The kitchen was always clean and the staff was very friendly. During my stay, they made dinner for free for us and it was very tasty and a great way to meet other travellers :) The location is great! Just know you will train your legs haha
De Caro
solo_traveller
January 3, 2026
“I reccomend 100%!!!”
Position, the owner is super kind!!
Anthony
solo_traveller
December 25, 2025
I have been travelling full time for over 6 years and seriously this is one of the best hostels that I have stayed in. Comfortable. Excellent location. Good value for money. Good facilities (a larger common room would be nice though) And most of all the friendly and helpful staff
Reinhard
solo_traveller
December 21, 2025
Great people, perfect location, very clean. You feel at home and part of a family.
KIM NGOR
solo_traveller
December 15, 2025
“Staff are friendly.”
Two types of set breakfast to choose from. There is lift. Bed is comfortable . Room bathroom all clean. Free dinner on Sundays. Only 100m fm Şişhane stn exit.
Tarryn
couple
December 9, 2025
“Central to galata area, great breakfast and coffee at the shop downstairs. Comfortable stay!”
We had the private room with bathroom. Was more spacious than expected. Check in was simple. The lift helped since we had huge suitcases. Walking distance around Galata. Breakfast included is a delicious the coffee shop was great 😊 wish we could have stayed longer to join all the fun activities like the pub crawl and Sunday night dinner
Francois
solo_traveller
December 3, 2025
“Best accommodation experience in Istanbul.”
The staff, the staff, the staff and everything else. I’ve been to Istanbul quite a lot, this is by far the best. If I ever come back, it will certainly be this place that I’d like to be. Thanks Burak and to all the lovely staff. PS: excellent breakfast!
Koen
solo_traveller
November 28, 2025
“Super good location, staff were great and generally very social hostel.”
Antonina
solo_traveller
November 15, 2025
Great hostel. The bed linen is clean, the rooms are cleaned, there is toilet paper, soap and hot water). There is a cozy kitchen that you can use. They also offer a delicious breakfast.
Simona
extended_group
October 29, 2025
“Overall, though, it’s a lovely place with great people and a relaxed, local atmosphere. I’d happily come back!”
I stayed at Hotel Le Banc for 2 nights and really enjoyed my time there. The place has a cozy, authentic Istanbul vibe. I loved that there was drinkable tap water available and the option to cook in the shared kitchen plus a great selection of beers to choose from! The staff were incredibly nice and helpful, especially Baran and Didem, who made the stay feel very welcoming. We were even invited to join the free dinner after our checkout, which was such a kind gesture and made us feel like part of the community.
Loughnan
solo_traveller
October 18, 2025
“Location clean facilities friendly staff very good.”
Very friendly good location nice facilities
Jéssica
solo_traveller
October 13, 2025
“Comfy private room and amazing location.”
I got a private room, which was super comfortable and cute. Location was amazing. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The breakfast was good and the coffee was really nice downstairs.
Joseph
solo_traveller
September 27, 2025
“Great hostel, great staff; very very helpful. Felt like being at home”
Great location. Could walk to all the major sites
Facilities
Activities
Karaoke, Evening entertainment, Pub crawls, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Happy hour
Cleaning services
Laundry room
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies
Food & Drink
Breakfast options, Coffee house on site, Breakfast in the room
Food & drink safety
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation, Delivered food is securely covered
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Soundproof rooms, Heating, Lift, Adult only, Safety deposit box, Allergy-free room, Non-smoking throughout, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area
Internet
Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Terrace, Sun terrace
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Carbon monoxide detector, 24-hour security, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Check-in kiosk in the lobby
Services
Shuttle service, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Express check-in/check-out, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Barber/beauty shop, Ironing service, Room service, 24-hour front desk
Transport
Public transport tickets, Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Family Room with Private Bathroom
The family room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a bidet. The unit has 3 beds.
Standard Double Room
The double room features air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit has 1 bed.
Twin Room with Private Bathroom
The twin room provides air conditioning, soundproof walls, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a bidet. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 2 beds.
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