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Our top choices for Tokyo hostels

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UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel

UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel
2.0 star property
Shinjuku
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (294 reviews)
"Really nice hostel with very considerate guests."
United States
Joseph
The price is ￥11,364
￥12,500 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
UNPLAN Shinjuku – Hostel
Superior Room | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Book & Bed Tokyo Shinjuku - Hostel

Book & Bed Tokyo Shinjuku - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shinjuku
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (500 reviews)
"Really good stay,,,, tks to all front desk agents Really helpful when i need it... I would definitely stay again next time I come to Japan"
United States
Davidson
The price is ￥10,800
￥12,000 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Book & Bed Tokyo Shinjuku - Hostel
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Imano Tokyo Hostel

Imano Tokyo Hostel
2.0 star property
Shinjuku
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (589 reviews)
"Rooms was clean,staff friendly,walking distance to everything"
Australia
Enrico Michael
The price is ￥10,420
￥11,462 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Imano Tokyo Hostel
Exterior

Yamate Rest House - Hostel, Caters to Men

Yamate Rest House - Hostel, Caters to Men
1.0 star property
Shinjuku
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (35 reviews)
"It was a great stay! "
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥5,442
￥5,986 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Yamate Rest House - Hostel, Caters to Men
Front of property - evening/night

UNPLAN Kagurazaka - Hostel

UNPLAN Kagurazaka - Hostel
1.5 star property
Shinjuku
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (335 reviews)
"First time ever staying at a hostel, this set a high standard on every aspect for all my future travels."
United States
Guillermo
The price is ￥12,828
￥15,522 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
UNPLAN Kagurazaka - Hostel
Lounge

HOTEL GRAPHY SHIBUYA

HOTEL GRAPHY SHIBUYA
3.0 star property
Shibuya
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (291 reviews)
"Well the place was nice, but the restroom was very uncomfortable."
United States
Elvin
The price is ￥10,964
￥12,060 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
HOTEL GRAPHY SHIBUYA
Economy Triple Room | Down comforters, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Shinagawa-Shuku Guest House & Tours - Hostel

Shinagawa-Shuku Guest House & Tours - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shinagawa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (195 reviews)
"I've stayed at the guesthouse for the third time now and I am happy to return again. Especially the staff makes the stay enjoyable, so I would recommend joining one of their events."
Germany
Justin
The price is ￥5,362
￥6,626 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Shinagawa-Shuku Guest House & Tours - Hostel
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Beagle Tokyo Hostel and Apartments

Beagle Tokyo Hostel and Apartments
2.0 star property
Haneda
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (524 reviews)
"One of the best hostels I stayed at during my trip to Japan"
United States
Kyle
The price is ￥10,744
￥11,926 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Beagle Tokyo Hostel and Apartments
Coffee service

almond hostel & cafe Shibuya

almond hostel & cafe Shibuya
1.0 star property
Shibuya
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (373 reviews)
"Great spot"
United States
Alyssa
The price is ￥5,752
￥6,385 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
almond hostel & cafe Shibuya
Reception

HOSTEL EstLiLas KANDA

HOSTEL EstLiLas KANDA
1.0 star property
Chiyoda
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (20 reviews)
"This got to be the cleanest capsule I have stayed. Everything is new, clean and tidy. The area is away from Tokyo hot spots, so the area is quiet and comfortable. "
United States
Woo,
The price is ￥8,058
￥8,885 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
HOSTEL EstLiLas KANDA
Front of property

CITAN - Hostel

CITAN - Hostel
2.0 star property
Chuo
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (156 reviews)
"We just stayed at the Citan Hostel for 3 days and had a great time! Nice basic, comfortable accommodation. The hostel was spotlessly clean, comfortable and centrally located for everything we wanted to see. In addition the staff were absolutely wonderful!"
Canada
Elspeth
The price is ￥7,566
￥8,393 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
CITAN - Hostel
Front of property

Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge

Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge
1.0 star property
Taito
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (110 reviews)
"Super nice place. Friendly staff and super location. I would definitely stay again."
Denmark
Charlotte
The price is ￥5,845
￥6,429 total
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge
Property entrance

WAGOKORO - Hostel

WAGOKORO - Hostel
2.0 star property
Arakawa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (115 reviews)
"Clean room, very helpful staff and a great kitchen area with cooking facilities and free refreshments. Highly recommended and would definitely stay there again!"
United Kingdom
Woon Chun
The price is ￥9,720
￥10,825 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
WAGOKORO - Hostel
Lounge

Wise Owl Hostels Shibuya

Wise Owl Hostels Shibuya
2.0 star property
Meguro
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (235 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay!!"
United States
Judith
The price is ￥9,681
￥10,772 total
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Wise Owl Hostels Shibuya
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Wasabi Mita Hotel

Wasabi Mita Hotel
2.0 star property
Minato
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (450 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable, great location."
Canada
Alexander
The price is ￥5,228
￥5,824 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Wasabi Mita Hotel
Lobby lounge

&And Hostel Akihabara

&And Hostel Akihabara
2.0 star property
Chiyoda
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (203 reviews)
"The staff was great and bedding was clean "
Hong Kong SAR China
Ying Man
The price is ￥6,452
￥7,152 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
&And Hostel Akihabara
Front of property

Tokyo Guesthouse HIVE

Tokyo Guesthouse HIVE
2.0 star property
Chuo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (54 reviews)
"A very good first experience staying at a hostel."
United States
Tyler
The price is ￥5,891
￥6,480 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Tokyo Guesthouse HIVE
Bar (on property)

Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel & Hostel

Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel & Hostel
2.0 star property
Ueno
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (334 reviews)
"Great stay for long term. Affordable and a great convenient location!"
United States
Sean
The price is ￥7,790
￥8,678 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel & Hostel
Exterior

E10HOSTEL

E10HOSTEL
1.0 star property
Taito
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"The staff were so nice and extremely helpful."
Canada
Marshall
The price is ￥4,772
￥5,333 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
E10HOSTEL
Superior Triple Room | In-room safe, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Cogo Ryogoku

Cogo Ryogoku
2.0 star property
Sumida
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (138 reviews)
"Very clean! Central to most sites."
United States
Nicole
The price is ￥7,127
￥7,929 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Cogo Ryogoku
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Price trends for Hostels in Tokyo

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Next month
June
March
￥10,638
Month
Price
January
￥14,104
February
￥14,502
March
￥17,135
April
￥15,868
May
￥14,515
June
￥9,477
July
￥10,793
August
￥10,638
September
￥11,211
October
￥14,667
November
￥14,442
December
￥15,145
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed Hostels in Tokyo.

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Tokyo Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,139
Accommodation
183 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥5,333
Highest Price
￥15,522

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Tokyo?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for exploring. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its temples and museums.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Tokyo?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to look first: HOTEL GRAPHY SHIBUYA - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Shibuya Station and Ebisu Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. You'll find towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Sakura Hotel Ikebukuro - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Ikebukuro Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. You'll find towels in all rooms. Wasabi Mita Hotel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Mita Station and Sengakuji Station. Property features include free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an elevator. You'll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms. Hotel Plus Hostel TOKYO ASAKUSA 1 - 2-minute walk from Asakusa Station for easy access to public transit. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find hair dryers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel & Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Ueno Park and Ameyoko Shopping District. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and laundry facilities. You'll find hair dryers, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms.
How many hostels are there in Tokyo?
If you're in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Tokyo, one of Expedia's 124 hostels could be a great option for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Tokyo?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here are some stats about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 77°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 46°F. The rainiest months in Tokyo are October, September, June, and July, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Tokyo?
In general, Tokyo is known for its temples, museums, and monuments. Major attractions include Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Dome, and Shibuya Crossing. Get out into nature with places like Tokyo Bay, Hibiya Park, and Imperial Palace East Gardens. Cultural attractions include Imperial Garden Theatre, Tokyo Takarazuka Theatre, and Nissay Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around Tokyo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Tokyo on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Haneda Airport (HND), 8.8 mi (14.1 km) away. An alternative is Narita Intl. Airport (NRT), which is 35.9 mi (57.8 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. You can access metro transit at Hibiya Station, Ginza Station, and Ginza-Itchome Station. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Yurakucho Station, Tokyo Station, or Shimbashi Station.

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