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Hostels in Kyoto, Japan

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Popular hostels in Kyoto

Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,764 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 16 May 2024. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is .
These are some of the hostels in Kyoto with the highest demand. Users seeking more options can adjust the settings in the search form at the top of the page.
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Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
Located in Central Kyoto, this hostel is a 10-minute walk to Ponto-cho, Nishiki Market and Honno-ji. Guests can also make the most of complimentary internet in all areas.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
4089 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
C$ 34
165 Ebisu-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
This Kyoto hostel is located within a 10-minute stroll of Higashiyama Station. It offers garden views and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
9.2
Excellent
689 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
C$ 33
1-12 Wakicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Situated in Central Kyoto, Haruya Umekoji is within walking distance of several local tourist attractions, including Nishi Honganji. It also offers bicycle rental, luggage storage and a tour desk.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
7.8
Good
1234 reviews
Location
2.6 km from city centre
C$ 22
460 Timber-Cho, Higashi-in, Kawahara-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
Situated in the popular hub of Central Kyoto, Shizuya KYOTO is within walking distance of several tourist attractions in the local area. It offers free Wi-Fi, luggage storage and a swimming pool.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
488 reviews
Location
2.0 km from city centre
C$ 30
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
Piece Hostel Kyoto is located in Kyoto and offers guests free Wi-Fi. It is set amongst a variety of dining options and is within a 10-minute walk of Kyoto Train Station.
Free Wi-Fi
9.2
Excellent
1775 reviews
Location
2.6 km from city centre
C$ 30
542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
HARUYA Higashiyama is located in Kyoto and offers guests free Wi-Fi. It is close to the area's tourist attractions and is minutes on foot from Sanjo Railway Station.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
7.3
Good
214 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
C$ 25
15, SujakuShokaicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
The hostel is situated in Kyoto and is close to Kyoto Tower. It is conveniently positioned for guests wishing to visit the area's popular attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
447 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
C$ 29
115, Ichibecho, Nishi Shichijo, Kyoto, Japan
This hostel is conveniently located in Central Kyoto and provides its guests with a swimming pool. It also offers free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
9.8
Excellent
532 reviews
Location
3.4 km from city centre
C$ 40
30-3 Higashimarutacho, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel Niniroom is set in Kyoto and is close to local sightseeing spots, such as the Heian Shrine. Guests can also make the most of complimentary internet access.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
8.6
Excellent
592 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
C$ 35
732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
Conveniently located for sightseeing, Hostel Sui Kyoto is a short walk from several of the city's tourist attractions, including Funaoka Onsen. Guests can also make the most of free internet access in all areas.
Free Wi-Fi
9.2
Excellent
664 reviews
Location
3.6 km from city centre
C$ 34

Tips for booking hostels in Kyoto

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Kyoto. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
C$ 18 - C$ 115
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Kyoto hostels

Browse through properties in Kyoto that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 5,764 properties in Kyoto and data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Our users rated these hostels as some of the best places to stay in Kyoto. Make sure to read hostel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
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709-3, Uematsu-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 44
Avg. per night
65-2, Masuya-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 91
Avg. per night
152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 55
Avg. per night
22-5 Chudoji Yabunouchicho Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 1,468
Avg. per night
110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 45
Avg. per night
418 Naya Cho, Kyoto, Japan
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 30
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Kyoto, Japan

Discover affordable stays in Kyoto that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Kyoto can be found for as low as C$ 22 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. J-Hoppers Lake Biwa Guesthouse - Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2024
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Kyoto we've come across for the dates selected. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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931-1 Kitahira, Ōtsu, Japan
26.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 22
Avg. per night
96-1 Nishikujo Ikenouchicho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 22
Avg. per night
370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 23
Avg. per night
2F, Saga Hirosawa 28-3, Minamino-cho, Kyoto, Japan
6.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 24
Avg. per night
Ukyo-ku Saiinsanzocho 22 2nd Floor, Kyoto, Japan
3.1 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 27
Avg. per night
45-2 Nakamachi, Goshonouchi Nanajyo, Kyoto, Japan
3.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 29
Avg. per night
Ukyo-ku, Uzumasa, Nakayama-Cho 29, Kyoto, Japan
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 30
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Kyoto

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Kyoto to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Kyoto at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Some of the best options for booking a hostel in Kyoto categorized by hostel class. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hostel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
165 Ebisu-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
C$ 33
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
C$ 30
542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
C$ 25
3 stars
3 stars
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
C$ 34

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Other accommodations in Kyoto

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Kyoto. There are 5,764 properties in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 16 May 2024. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is .
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12 Susukinobaba-Cho, Saga-Tenryuji, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
8.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 1,222
Avg. per night
Kamogawa Nijo-Ohashi Hotori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.8 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 1,844
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.8 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 982
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.8 km from city centre
Air Conditioning
C$ 68
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Kyoto

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Kyoto to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 16 May 2024.
Scroll through the map to find hostels close to the Kyoto neighborhood(s) you plan on visiting. You can find more information on a particular hostel within the map by clicking on its name.

Facts about staying in Kyoto

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Kyoto to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 16 May 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    On average, it’s C$ 66/night for a hostel in Kyoto, though C$ 66/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 27/night in Kyoto. Try to avoid booking your hostel in March (the most expensive month). Booking in August (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    Piece Hostel Kyoto boasts a 9.2/10 review rating from 1,775 users, making it the best hostel in Kyoto.

  • What area of Kyoto is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Kyoto is Shimogyo, according to our data. 2% of users who searched for hostels in Kyoto looked for properties in Shimogyo. If you’re interested in staying in Shimogyo, consider the K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Kyoto closest to Fushimi Inari-taisha?

    Piece Hostel Kyoto is the most popular hostel in Kyoto that’s close to Fushimi Inari-taisha (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 2.1 km from Piece Hostel Kyoto to Fushimi Inari-taisha. While there may be other hostels near Fushimi Inari-taisha, Piece Hostel Kyoto is highly rated (9.2/10) by 1,775 users.

  • Should I stay in a Kyoto hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Kyoto hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Kyoto.

  • Does Kyoto have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are hostels in Kyoto with “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 25 hostels have the “Air-conditioned” amenity in the Kyoto area. Piece Hostel Sanjo is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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