Should I stay in a hostel in Ankara?

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save more for sightseeing. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and historic sites.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many shapes and sizes, but they all have three main qualities in common, including budget prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ankara?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 2°C. Average annual precipitation for Ankara is 799 inches.

What is there to see and do in Ankara?

Overall, Ankara is known for its cafes, monuments and museums. Top attractions include Kizilay Square and Anitkabir. Get out into nature with places such as Segmenler Park, Botanik Park and Cemre Park. Cultural attractions include Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Turkey Grand National Assembly Museum and Pink Pavilion.

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Deeps Hostel

Ataç 2 Street No:46, Kizilay, Ankara, Ankara

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Located in Ankara City Center, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Muhsin Ertugrul Sahnesi and Kizilay Square. Anitkabir is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.

3.9/5Good! (240 reviews)

"The kitchen was a bit dirty, the room is a bit cold. Beside of these it is a great stay. I will stay more than this."

Reviewed on 7 Mar 2021

Inn14 Hostel

Askaabat Caddesi No14 Bahcelievler, Cankaya, Ankara

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Located in the heart of Ankara, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Ankara Ice Palace and Anitkabir. Kizilay Square is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away. Tandoğan Metro ...

4/5Very Good! (120 reviews)

cool and central hostel

"I did like the beds with curtins tv and retractable table, the location is very good and central"

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2019

Bestepe Hostel

Bestepe Mahallesi Misket Sokak No.23, Yenimahalle, Ankara

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Located in Yenimahalle, this hostel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Gazi University and within 3 miles (5 km) of Anitkabir and Kizilay Square. Ankara University and Presidential ...

3.6/5Good! (22 reviews)

"I like the Guy in reception who was very nice & helpful... The room is OK and clean but no climate also I didn't like the bathroom... It was separated from room and didn't work good"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2018

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Swissotel Ankara

Yildizevler Mahallesi Jose Marti Cad #2, Ankara, Ankara

4.3/5Excellent! (265 reviews)

"Hotel is clean. Staff is amazing from the doorman to the breakfast staff. Food is great . Rooms have everything you need. Just have to make sure to tell them to have all the items in the room for 2 otherwise you get a room setup for one person ."

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2021

Business Park Hotel

Necatibey Cd No 35 Kizilay, Cankaya, Ankara

3.6/5Good! (559 reviews)

Very good

"It’s not expensive but it’s enough for everything we need. Breakfast is so special and good. Buffet type and Turkish menu. The room have good temperature except for not enough lighting."

Reviewed on 2 Dec 2020

New Park Hotel Ankara

Ziya Gokalp Bulvari No 58 Cankaya, Ankara, Ankara

4.1/5Very Good! (344 reviews)

"Hotel👍 freundliches Personal, guter Lage, Zimmer war ok"

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2021

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

What Is a Hostel?

If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Ankara, there are 226 lodging options here to pick from, including hostels. These dorm-style accommodation options come in many different forms, but they have a few things in common:

Budget prices
A social atmosphere
Shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms)

By staying at a hostel in Ankara, you can cut your spending on accommodation and use more of your money for exploring during your stay. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and historic sites.

When Is the Best Time to Visit Ankara?

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the local climate:

The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 14° C and night-time temperatures average -4° C
April-June: 27° C is the daytime average and 2° C is the night-time average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 29° C and night-time averages are around 7° C
October-December: The average temperatures are 22° C during the day and -2° C at night
Average rainfall is 797 inches in a year

What Can I Do in Ankara?

Depending on your interests, you might appreciate these places to visit:

Top Sights

Column of Julian
Haci Bayram Mosque
Museum of Anatolian Civilizations

Natural Features

Genclik Park
Kurtulus Park
Altinpark

Cultural Attractions

Ethnographic Museum
War of Independence Museum
Kucuk Theater

Generally, Ankara is known for its:

Cafes
Monuments
Museums
Theatre
Live music
University life
Temples
Parks
Forests

How to Get to Ankara and Around the Area

You can fly into the closest airport in Ankara (ESB-Esenboga), 14 mi (22.6 km) from the city centre. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. If you're looking to see more of the area, make your way to Ankara Station to hop on a train.

Frequently asked questions

Based on our customers’ reviews, these hostels in Ankara have the highest ratings: Deeps Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Kizilay Square. You can take advantage of free WiFi and laundry facilities, as well as barbecues. Rooms come with hairdryers. Inn14 Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk, as well as tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with showers, hairdryers and coffee/tea makers. Bestepe Hostel - Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Rooms come with showers, free toiletries and hairdryers.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Ankara in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Ankara (ESB-Esenboga), 14 mi (22.6 km) away from the city centre. After you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transport. Head over to Tandoğan Metro for metro travel. If you’re hoping to check out more of the area, head over to Ankara Station to catch a train.