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Lobby sitting area

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
The price is ￥6,014
￥6,628 total
Jan 20 - Jan 21
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
Lobby

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"Beware the map attached currently points to Kyoto City Hall, the actual location of this hotel is near Kyoto Station well over 2 miles away."
United States
JONATHON
The price is ￥3,782
￥4,160 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
Garden

Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel
2.0 star property
Arashiyama
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Canada
Heather
The price is ￥9,116
￥10,107 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Mulan Hostel
Books

Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"작은 1인실은 편안했습니다. 조용하고 시설이 정말 좋아요. 주인아지씨도 엄청 친절하고요. 다시 머물고싶어요."
South Korea
hanjung
The price is ￥15,636
￥17,291 total
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Kokonoe Machiya
Cafe

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (559 reviews)
"Great location and it really is hotel quality"
United States
Thomas
The price is ￥5,668
￥6,284 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Property entrance

add chaganju - Hostel

add chaganju - Hostel
2.0 star property
Uji
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (76 reviews)
"共同部分が狭かった。 立地が良くて駐車場が無料でついていたのが良かった。 "
Japan
reiko
The price is ￥6,958
￥7,727 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
add chaganju - Hostel
Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view | Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay, a nice experience in a Japanese house. Mama and Papa are so kind and generous, very welcoming, and the place is so cosy and charming. I'd happily come back and stay here! 😊🤗 "
South Korea
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥17,000
￥18,800 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
Restaurant

Hostel Gion SORA

Hostel Gion SORA
2.0 star property
Gion
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"great stay, no complaints, very nice and helpful host, clean amenities, great value"
Canada
Andrew
The price is ￥17,281
￥19,081 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Hostel Gion SORA
Bar (on property)

Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kita Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"C’était trop bien. L’hôte est vraiment aux petits soins et attentionnée. Elle donne des conseils sur des endroits à visiter. Elle est également soucieuse de la bonne santé de ses hôtes. Elle est gentille et aimable. Si vous un petit moment, faites un tour dans son restaurant !"
France
Erwan
The price is ￥7,056
￥7,783 total
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
Front of property - evening/night

Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"蛇口をひねると全て地下水、塩素との入っていないお水、冷蔵庫にいつも冷えてて美味しい。 お部屋はとても狭くて隠れ家な感じだけど寝に帰るだけなので全然気にならない、なんだか凄く良いニオイがします。"
Japan
みすず
The price is ￥4,817
￥5,341 total
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
Exterior

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (99 reviews)
"Really lovely hotel. "
United Kingdom
Madeleine
The price is ￥3,560
￥3,960 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
Balcony

The Next Door - Hostel

The Next Door - Hostel
1.0 star property
Minami Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (21 reviews)
"Pretty good for the price. "
Canada
Minwei
The price is ￥14,385
￥15,823 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
The Next Door - Hostel
Front of property - evening/night

Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion
2.0 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (82 reviews)
"Easy to check in and check out. "
United States
Dylan
The price is ￥6,818
￥7,900 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed

Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
7.8 out of 10, Good, (24 reviews)
"Me and my sister really enjoyed our stay here. It was a quiet and nice place to rest after a long day touring around. We liked the options for coffee in the morning and the freedom to use the kitchenette area :)"
Canada
Eda
The price is ￥8,727
￥9,600 total
Jan 23 - Jan 24
Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed
10 beds Dormitory (Mix-Gender) | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Miyagawacho Hanakanzashi- Hostel

Miyagawacho Hanakanzashi- Hostel
1.0 star property
Gion
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (37 reviews)
"The atmosphere was great, the staff was extremely kind and accommodating of a few extra questions I had, and the location was beautiful. Just helped make an already great trip even better. Plus the beds were the most comfortable I’ve had in a hostel so far!"
United States
Henry
The price is ￥4,330
￥4,795 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
Miyagawacho Hanakanzashi- Hostel
Property grounds

Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Lovely little ryokan, very traditional and homely. Traditional breakfast was tasty."
Australia
JASON
The price is ￥6,619
￥7,346 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
Exterior

Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto
2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (880 reviews)
"The room was spotless as well as all the shower, bathroom and kitchen facilities. The shower was big and had great water pressure! The staff were all super friendly and helpful the whole time, offering games night activities and social spots downstairs. Would highly recommend this hostel to any travellers!"
Australia
Aerin
The price is ￥5,293
￥5,860 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Lobby lounge

K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (541 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay "
United Kingdom
Sophia
The price is ￥4,529
￥5,636 total
Jan 19 - Jan 20
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
Front of property - evening/night

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (208 reviews)
"Awesome hostel close to the Kyoto station and other amenities. When I go back to Kyoto I’ll stay there again."
Canada
TYSON
The price is ￥8,196
￥9,087 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
Exterior

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (53 reviews)
"Awesome to stay on a century old, traditional building, the place is clean overall, but it would have been nice to see a staff."
Canada
Noel
The price is ￥3,560
￥3,960 total
Jan 18 - Jan 19
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
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Top Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was friendly and check-in was easy and efficient. We unexpectedly arrived early than expected but the staff was able to get us a room. Breakfast was excellent. "
Helen 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Cross Hotel Kyoto

Find out more about Kyoto

Kyoto Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,668
Accommodation
70 Hostels
Lowest Price
￥3,960
Highest Price
￥19,081

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Kyoto?
By choosing a hostel you can spend less on lodging and set aside more of your trip funds for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its temples and monuments.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in many different forms, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Kyoto?
Based on reviews from our customers, these hostels in Kyoto have positive ratings: Piece Hostel Kyoto - Located within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station. Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant, and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms. K's House Kyoto - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with bed sheets and free WiFi. Piece Hostel Sanjo - Located within a 5-minute walk of Nishiki Market. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Gojo Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as laundry facilities. You'll find towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Kyoto?
If you're in the market for an affordable place to stay in Kyoto, one of Expedia's 47 hostels might be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kyoto?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. The rainiest months in Kyoto are July, June, September, and October, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kyoto?
In general, Kyoto is known for its temples, flowers, and monuments. Major attractions include Nishiki Market. Get out into nature with places like Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, Maruyama Park, and Shoseien Garden. Cultural attractions include GEAR - Art Complex 1928, Samurai and Ninja Museum, and Kyoto International Manga Museum.
What's the best way to get to and around Kyoto while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Kyoto on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Itami Airport (ITM), 24 mi (38.6 km) away. Another option is Kobe Airport (UKB), located 40 mi (64.4 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transit during your trip. Nearby metro stations include Shiyakusho-mae Station, Sanjo Keihan Station, and Karasuma Oike Station. To check out more of the area, take a train from Sanjo Station, Jingu-marutamachi Station, or Kyoto Kawaramachi Station.

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