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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 20 May 2024. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is ₹ 3,117/night.
These are some of the hostels in Kyoto with the highest demand. Users can use the filters present to refine their search even further.
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256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Situated in the popular hub of Central Kyoto, R Star Hostel Kyoto is within walking distance of several attractions in the local area. It also provides complimentary Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
1875 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
₹ 1,929
418 Naya Cho, Kyoto, Japan
Situated in Central Kyoto, the hostel is a short stroll to several local attractions, including Sanjusangen-do and Kyoto Tower. It provides complimentary Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and bicycle rental.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.6
Excellent
1297 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
₹ 1,843
Ukyo-ku, Uzumasa, Nakayama-Cho 29, Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel provides a comfortable setting while in Kyoto. It also offers free Wi-Fi, meeting rooms and bicycle rental.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
732 reviews
Location
6.5 km from city centre
₹ 1,833
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
Ryokan Hostel Gion provides a comfortable setting when in Kyoto. It also offers luggage storage, free Wi-Fi and a concierge.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
1261 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
₹ 2,168
Nakagyo-ku Nishinokyo Nagamotocho 19-11, Kyoto, Japan
Offering 4-star accommodation, Guest House Oumi is conveniently situated in Central Kyoto. It also offers free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
9.3
Excellent
671 reviews
Location
2.5 km from city centre
₹ 2,249
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
493 reviews
Location
2.0 km from city centre
₹ 1,833
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
695 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
₹ 1,999
74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
Less than a 20-minute walk from Randen Saga Station, Mulan Hostel offers guests a convenient base while visiting Kyoto. It also offers bicycle rental, an express check-in and check-out feature and a concierge.
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
184 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
₹ 2,666
449-2, Hachikencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Less than 20 minutes' stroll from Gion-Shijo Train Station, Shiki Shiki Higashiyama provides guests with an ideal base when visiting Kyoto. Guests can also make use of free wireless internet throughout their stay.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
7.5
Good
392 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
₹ 3,082

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 20 May 2024.
Cheapest month:December
Most expensive month:November
Average price in Kyoto:₹ 3,117/night
Cheapest price found:₹ 1,083/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Friday
₹ 1,633 - ₹ 9,021
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
₹ 1,735 - ₹ 7,544
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 20 May 2024.
Some of the best Kyoto hostel options as decided by our users. Take a look at user reviews to learn why these properties were rated the best.
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709-3, Uematsu-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,617
Avg. per night
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,152
Avg. per night
65-2, Masuya-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 5,581
Avg. per night
30-3 Higashimarutacho, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,175
Avg. per night
152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,279
Avg. per night
22-5 Chudoji Yabunouchicho Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 89,767
Avg. per night
1-12 Wakicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,333
Avg. per night
110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,749
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 ₹ 1,339 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on 20 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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96-1 Nishikujo Ikenouchicho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,339
Avg. per night
370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,454
Avg. per night
2F, Saga Hirosawa 28-3, Minamino-cho, Kyoto, Japan
6.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,494
Avg. per night
542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,499
Avg. per night
Ukyo-ku Saiinsanzocho 22 2nd Floor, Kyoto, Japan
3.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 1,598
Avg. per night
45-2 Nakamachi, Goshonouchi Nanajyo, Kyoto, Japan
3.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,808
Avg. per night
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,833
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 20 May 2024.
Some of the best options for booking a hostel in Kyoto categorized by hostel class. Change the dates at the top of the page to see more options in Kyoto.
2 stars
2 stars and under
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
₹ 1,929
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
₹ 1,833
3 stars
3 stars
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
₹ 2,152

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Other accommodations in Kyoto

Find the perfect theme hotel or holiday rental for your stay in Kyoto.
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Kyoto, Japan
3.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,248
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 4,137
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,839
Avg. per night
604 Manjuya-Cho, Sanjo-Sagaru, Kyoto, Japan
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,942
Avg. per night
848, Higashi-Shiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 8,259
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 20 May 2024.
Whether you're visiting Kyoto for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. Users can click on a hostel's name to find more information about it, such as price, reviews, and amenities, and also find different deals for the property.

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 20 May 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    Hostels in Kyoto will cost ₹ 3,117 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 1,133 per night. A good deal on a Kyoto hostel would be ₹ 2,360 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in May may be more expensive, whereas booking in June is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Kyoto, Piece Hostel Kyoto is currently the best, based on 1,805 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 9.2/10.

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

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Kyoto is Shimogyo, according to our data. 3% of users who searched for hostels in Kyoto looked for properties in Shimogyo. If you’re interested in staying in Shimogyo, consider the Haruya Umekoji - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Kyoto closest to Kyoto Imperial Palace?

    Hostel Niniroom happens to be the most popular Kyoto hostel near Kyoto Imperial Palace among our users. The Hostel Niniroom has a current rating of 8.6 from 593 HotelsCombined travellers. Kyoto Imperial Palace is also conveniently located just 1.4 km from this hostel.

  • 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 “Kitchen/kitchenette” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there are 17 hostels in Kyoto with “Kitchen/kitchenette” listed as an amenity, the most popular being Piece Hostel Sanjo (based on user data).

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