A short 10 minute walk from Taksim Square, Aga Hamam is a clean, cheap and pleasent place to stay. There are supermarkets nearby and the Hostel was orginally, and still is, a Turkish bath house for those interested in experincing a Turkish bath.

I organised a mystery tour to Istanbul for 22 people and it was on a tight budget so chose this hostel. It was excellent value for money and the upstairs sitting room, kitchen and roof terrace was fantastic. We were the only ones staying so had the place to ourselves. Staff were friendly and helpful and the location of the... More

When I stayed at Aga Hamam Hostel the staff was very accommodating I hurt my left leg and they drove me to the hospital for treatment. The Hostel is located in a central place downtown, easy access to the metro and tram.

Directions at end. This was the only hamam that I visited, so I don't have anything to compare it to in Istanbul. Overall, the staff was fine and it was a relaxing visit. They provide towels and allow you to sit in the hamam for about 20 minutes before getting scrubbed down and massaged with soap. Entry for the hamam... More

Didn't stay at the hostel, but had the hamam.. it was not good, but not bad either.. the problem was that we went around 9 and they were going to close soon, so they rushed us all out, and i didn't feel like we got a complete service.. the oil massage was good and the price was acceptable

we didnt stay here but visited the hammam. we had a great experience. it was very clean and well organised considering that the man and woman who do the massaging dont speak much english. it was the most relaxing and enjoyable thing I have done, so much so I needed a nap afterwards! it probably isnt the biggest hammam, but... More

The hostel is located in Taksim, major shopping, tourist and leisure district of Istambul. It is run by Iranian origin staff, speaking rather poor English. However, they are really helpful. The hostel offers shared rooms, clean but cramped.One bathroom available is too few by far. The bathroom is quite clean, but there were problems with a plug hole in the... More