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Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Piece Hostel Sanjo offers private and dormitory rooms in the heart of Kyoto.

L
Laura
From
Italy
Perfect location, clean, friendly staff, nice room, I loved this stay. Great value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6,788 reviews
Price from
$50.68
1 night, 2 adults

Piece Hostel Kyoto

Minami Ward, Kyoto

Opened in April 2013 with brand new facilities, Piece Hostel Kyoto is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station.

T
Tobias
From
Czech Republic
Great value! Modern well organized hostel and friendly staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,527 reviews
Price from
$48.94
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Go Sign

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Ideally set in Kyoto, Guesthouse Go Sign has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

K
KONSTANTINA
From
Greece
The Guesthouse Go sign is very cozy and traditional! We enjoyed our stay there very much! The place is super clean and includes all the necessary facilities. The host is very kind and helpful! We will definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 211 reviews
Price from
$60.94
1 night, 2 adults

Colours

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Located conveniently in the center of Kyoto, Colours has air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space.

C
Cristina
From
Australia
Perfect place to stay! The owner was very welcoming and we felt like home. We could leave our luggages until late at night after the check-in. Not so much to say! Just perfect!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
Price from
$94.80
1 night, 2 adults

Guest House Ga-Jyun

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

A 5-minute walk from Higashiyama Subway Station, Guest House Ga-Jyun features free Wi-Fi at the entire property. The wooden terrace has chairs overlooking the garden. We are small house with 5 rooms.

D
Daniel Traveling
From
Canada
One of the best locations in Kyoto, right next to the east district but also in a quiet street that doesn't get a lot of traffic. The breakfast is great(tons of fruits, which is a rarity in Japan) and makes this place great value. Very communal atmosphere but also plenty of privacy if you prefer it. The staff is always around to help you with anything.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 823 reviews
Price from
$59.59
1 night, 2 adults

Ryokan Hostel Gion

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Located in Kyoto and with Samurai Kembu Kyoto reachable within a 4-minute walk, Ryokan Hostel Gion has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

E
Emilia
From
United Kingdom
One of the more social hostels I stayed at in Japan, thanks to the open layout of the common room. Met so many nice people and in the evenings it was quiet in the room itself. Good wifi and showers too, amenities were all a nice touch.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,718 reviews
Price from
$74.96
1 night, 2 adults

R Star Hostel Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan is set in central Kyoto and features air-conditioned rooms.

A
Ariel
From
Canada
This is one of the nicest hostels I’ve stayed at! The beds and sheets were so comfortable, I had excellent sleeps all three nights. The showers are hot and very clean, so I felt good going out each day. The laundry facility is great too. They provide you with a clean fresh towel (no extra charge) every day, which I think is so classy of them. I would definitely stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,170 reviews
Price from
$46.05
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel

Ukyo Ward, Kyoto

Located in Kyoto, 2.4 miles from Arashiama Bamboo Grove, Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

V
Violeta
From
United Kingdom
Loved the peace and quiet in Utano! You can also try local beers sold at the reception.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,068 reviews
Price from
$53.50
1 night, 2 adults

Len Kyoto Kawaramachi

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Len Kyoto Kawaramachi offers accommodations in Kyoto. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The rooms have a shared bathroom.

O
ORIYAN
From
Israel
friendly staff, super clean, close to city center
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,201 reviews
Price from
$74.49
1 night, 2 adults

K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Featuring a sunny lounge with free Wi-Fi, 2 free-use kitchens and a rooftop terrace overlooking the city, Backpackers Hostel K's House Kyoto is a 10-minute walk from Kyoto Train Station.

H
Heng Yew Ken
From
Malaysia
First of all, all the employees there can speak decent English, and all of them are very friendly. I really like how they guide you through the check-in process and everything, and all the facilities provided by the hostel. They even got a dedicated shoe storage space and shoe dryer!!! I stayed in a 6-person mixed dorm, and each bed has 2 type-A plugs. The shower room is so clean and well-equipped. Body soap, hair shampoo, hair conditioner, and hair dryer are provided. Each floor has its own shower room, so everything is so good. On top of that, there is a common area on Level 2, and you can freely use any of the facilities (kitchen, fridge, cooking utensils, washing machine, etc.). Do note that you need to pay for the washing machine, but it's fine. They also provide slippers for all guests. The most caring part of the hostel is that there's Braille at the lift!!! I would 100% recommend this hostel and come back again in the future.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,220 reviews
Price from
$69.48
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.

Most booked hostels in Kyoto and surrounding area in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,068 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,371 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2,170 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 438 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,718 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 192 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,220 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,527 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6,788 reviews

No credit card needed to book these hostels in Kyoto and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 438 reviews

    Well situated in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, Mini Inn Kyoto - Kyoto Historic district is located a 11-minute walk from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 0.7 miles from TKP Garden City...

  • SHIN kyoto

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    Located conveniently in the center of Kyoto, SHIN kyoto has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 250 reviews

    Conveniently located just a 1-minute walk from Gojo Subway Station and a 2-minute subway ride from JR Kyoto Station, ゲストハウス栞庵-Shiori ann provides cozy hostel accommodations in a refurbished...

    From $338.58 per night
  • KYOTO Guest House

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 180 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Ukyo Ward district of Kyoto, KYOTO Guest House is located 1.7 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 2.2 miles from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 2.3 miles...

    From $47.40 per night
  • 灯々屋

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Attractively located in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, 灯々屋 is located a 10-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto, one mile from Gion Shijo Station and a 14-minute walk from Kyoto Station.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews

    Well located in Kyoto, City Pension Tommy Rich Inn Kyoto provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers luggage storage space.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,220 reviews

    Featuring a sunny lounge with free Wi-Fi, 2 free-use kitchens and a rooftop terrace overlooking the city, Backpackers Hostel K's House Kyoto is a 10-minute walk from Kyoto Train Station.

  • Rinn Hostel Miyagawacho

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

    Located within a 4-minute walk of Gion Shijo Station and 0.8 miles of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Rinn Hostel Miyagawacho has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.

Save money on hostels in Kyoto and nearby – budget options available

  • Iwatoyama Hostel

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 715 reviews

    Located in the center of Kyoto, a 2-minute walk from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Iwatoyama Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

    From $65.01 per night
  • HARUYA Umekoji

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,371 reviews

    Located an 8-minute bus ride from JR Kyoto Station, HARUYA Umekouji is a 100 year old Japanese traditional townhouse with free WiFi access.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 428 reviews

    Open from 2017, KIZUNA HOTEL Gojo Kiyomizu-dera Kamogawa is located in Kyoto, a 4-minute walk from Gojo Station and Karasuma Gojo Bus Stop. Guests can reach Kyoto Station within a 15-minute walk.

    From $132.04 per night
  • Peace House Sakura

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews

    Offering free Wi-Fi throughout, a free-use kitchen and 24-hour hot showers, the completely nonsmoking Peace House is 0.6 mi from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 407 reviews

    Conveniently set in Kyoto, THE NEXT DOOR Dormitory & Private Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

    From $112.41 per night
  • Hostel Niniroom

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 791 reviews

    Hostel Niniroom is located in Okazaki, about a 30-minute bus ride from Kyoto Station.

  • Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 333 reviews

    Located in Kyoto and with Heian Shrine reachable within 1.2 miles, Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

  • Oyama Guesthouse Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews

    Located within 1.1 miles of Katsura Imperial Villa and 2.8 miles of Arashiama Bamboo Grove, Oyama Guesthouse Kyoto provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kyoto.

    From $60.94 per night

Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Kyoto and nearby

  • Guest House WA

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 65 reviews

    Well located in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, Guest House WA is located a 11-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 1.1 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 1.3 miles from...

    From $132.05 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews

    Attractively set in the center of Kyoto, Kagan Hotel & Hostel is within 1.3 miles of Kyoto Station and 1.4 miles of TKP Garden City Kyoto.

    From $135.30 per night
  • Seiki Kyoto Station

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 530 reviews

    Reopened after renovations in March 2017, OYO旅館 晴輝京都ステーション Kyoto is just a 3-minute walk from Hachijo East Exit of Kyoto Station. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.

    From $98.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 424 reviews

    In a prime location in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, Hisaya Shirakawa 久宿 白川 is located a 5-minute walk from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 700 yards from Shoren-in Temple and a 11-minute walk from...

  • HARUYA Higashiyama

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 189 reviews

    Attractively located in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, HARUYA Higashiyama is located a 4-minute walk from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 700 yards from Shoren-in Temple and a 12-minute walk from Gion...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews

    Shiki Shiki Higashiyama provides free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Kyoto.

  • Guest House Atagoya

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

    Guest House Atagoya is offering accommodations in Kyoto. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen, a concierge service and free WiFi.

    From $92.43 per night
  • Gojo Guest House

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews

    A 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Shrine, Guest House Gojo offers simple and cozy Japanese-style dormitory accommodations with free Wi-fi, futon beds and shared bathrooms.

FAQ about hostels in Kyoto

Hostels that guests love in Kyoto

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6,788 reviews
    I had a great stay at PIECE Hostel Sanjo. Central location next to Nishiki market, Pontocho Alley and several restaurants and shops. I booked a bed in a female shared dormitory. Comfy and intimate bed, with a safe to store valuable items if needed. Only women toilet and shower also available. I would definitely recommend it!!
    Guest review by
    floriana
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $64.47
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 845 reviews
    One of best hostels I've stayed at! Great location in a very traditional local street that barely sees any tourists. The property itself is a traditional house. Clean and very comfortable. Washing machine and detergent available for FREE, and balcony for hang-drying. Plenty of hangers in the room and in the balcony. Spacious common room.
    Guest review by
    Adrian
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $183.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,527 reviews
    I stayed at bunk bed for 2 nights. Modern hostel with great facilities and great location. Bed was comfortable & we can use extra pillow for free. Coffee & tea, towels also free! Very recommended !
    Guest review by
    Hesti
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 652 reviews
    Great, cheap hostel a little outside of the center. Great for meeting new people or keeping for yourself!
    Guest review by
    Carl
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $183.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,527 reviews
    Best Hostel I ever stayed in. Great rooms, big shower area, nice and friendly staff, great location.
    Guest review by
    Robin
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $115.12
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,201 reviews
    I think the best hostel I will stay in during my trip. The atmosphere was great and inviting to meet new people. The staff was super friendly and the beds were comfy as well!
    Guest review by
    Ilana
    Solo traveler