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Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,996 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 9 April 2026. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is ₹ 4,295/night.
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Len Kyoto Kawaramachi
Len Kyoto Kawaramachi

Len Kyoto Kawaramachi

709-3, Uematsu-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
This hostel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities and a front-desk safe are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and limited housekeeping is available. Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
1649 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
₹ 5,580
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Ryokan Hostel Gion
Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion

391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this hostel has a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a TV in a common area, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available on request. Ryokan Hostel Gion offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, and complimentary toiletries. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
2056 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
₹ 6,286
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Mulan Hostel
Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel

74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
Sleeps 28; can be booked for exclusive use. A two-minute walk from Arashiyama Station in Kyoto. Designed for families, groups, and events. Equipped with laundry facilities, refrigerator, and microwave oven, making it perfect for long-term stays. The hostel has a living room and dining room on the first floor, making it extremely livable
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
811 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
₹ 6,471
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Guest House Atagoya
Guest House Atagoya

Guest House Atagoya

4-27 Sagatenryuji Kurumamichicho, Kyoto, Japan
Our accommodation is located close to the JR station and provides convenient access to Kyoto Station, making it perfect for sightseeing around the Rakusai area (Arashiyama, Sagano, etc.) and for business travel. All our rooms are Japanese-style, allowing you to relax in a tatami room. We also accept bookings for private events!
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
8.6
Excellent
184 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
₹ 6,563
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Colours
Colours

Colours

Funayacho 660, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Conveniently located in the centre of Kyoto, Colours offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. At the hostel, all rooms include a desk. The shared bathroom is fitted with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Popular points of interest near Colours include Kyoto Station, TKP Garden City Kyoto and Kyoto International Manga Museum. Itami Airport is 44 km from the property.
Free Wi-Fi
9.3
Excellent
202 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
₹ 8,301
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Guest House Kingyoya
Guest House Kingyoya

Guest House Kingyoya

243 Kanki-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
This smoke-free hostel features a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, free newspapers and a garden are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is not available. Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel offers 5 accommodations with hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
9.3
Excellent
449 reviews
Location
3.6 km from city centre
₹ 5,176
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Hostel Ayame
Hostel Ayame

Hostel Ayame

Shimogyo-ku Sujakukitanokuchicho 27, Kyoto, Japan
Located just a minute's walk from Nanajo Senbon bus stop and a 5-minute walk from JR Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station. Hostel Ayame is a guest house in Shimogyo Ward of Kyoto. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Some rooms come with an en suite bathroom with a shower. Guests can use the shared kitchen at the guest house during their stay. There are various local and fast-food dining options and a grocery store within a 5-minute walk from the property. Kyoto Central Wholesale Market is a 3-minute walk from the property. Kinkaku-ji Temple is a 25-minute bus ride from the guest house. JR Tanbaguchi Station is a 12-minute walk from the property. Saga-Arashiyama Station is 10 minutes away by train, while JR Nijo Station is 2-minutes away via train. Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a 25-minute bus ride from the guest house. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 36 km from Hostel Ayame.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
9.1
Excellent
556 reviews
Location
3.1 km from city centre
₹ 6,656
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Travel insights for hostels in Kyoto

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hostel in Kyoto.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto is January (₹ 1,491). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is November (₹ 8,219).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Kyoto?

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Thursday (₹ 4,424). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 9,564.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as ₹ 2,486, rising to an average cost of ₹ 11,117, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 13,001 for a 4-star hostel in Kyoto for tonight.

How much is a Kyoto hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Kyoto this weekend for as little as ₹ 3,512/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 5,871/night. For a 4-star hostel in Kyoto, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 19,058/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kyoto?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Kyoto. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was ₹ 3,050 per night.

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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 ₹ 2,694 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. Kyoto Guest House The Last Samurai is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on 9 April 2026
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.
Kyoto Guest House The Last Samurai
Kyoto Guest House The Last Samurai

Kyoto Guest House The Last Samurai

22 Saiin Sanzo-Cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
3.1 km from city centre
₹ 2,694
Avg. per night
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Haruya Umekoji
Haruya Umekoji

Haruya Umekoji

Shimogyo-ku Waki-Cho 1-12, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,866
Avg. per night
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Haruya Higashiyama
Haruya Higashiyama

Haruya Higashiyama

542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,866
Avg. per night
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R Star Hostel Kyoto
R Star Hostel Kyoto

R Star Hostel Kyoto

256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,958
Avg. per night
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Rak Kiyomizu
Rak Kiyomizu

Rak Kiyomizu

110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 3,022
Avg. per night
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Guest House Wa
Guest House Wa

Guest House Wa

152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,050
Avg. per night
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Hostel Otro Mundo
Hostel Otro Mundo

Hostel Otro Mundo

370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 3,235
Avg. per night
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Hostel Mundo
Hostel Mundo

Hostel Mundo

596 Tenbin-Cho Shimodatiuri Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 3,235
Avg. per night
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Piece Hostel Sanjo
Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,331
Avg. per night
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Piece Hostel Kyoto
Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto

21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,420
Avg. per night
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Iwatoyama Hostel
Iwatoyama Hostel

Iwatoyama Hostel

Simogyo-ku Sinmachidori Bukkouji Sagaru Iwatoyamacho 421, Kyoto, Japan
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 3,513
Avg. per night
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Guest House Oumi
Guest House Oumi

Guest House Oumi

Nakagyo-ku Nishinokyo Nagamotocho 19-11, Kyoto, Japan
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,975
Avg. per night
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K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel
K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel

K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel

Shimogyo-ku Dotemachi-Dori Shichijo-Agaru Naya-Cho 418, Kyoto, Japan
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 4,252
Avg. per night
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Hostel Sui Kyoto
Hostel Sui Kyoto

Hostel Sui Kyoto

732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,252
Avg. per night
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Hostel Niniroom
Hostel Niniroom

Hostel Niniroom

Sakyo-ku Higashimaruta-Cho 30-3, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 4,992
Avg. per night
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Guest House Ga-Jyun
Guest House Ga-Jyun

Guest House Ga-Jyun

Higashiyama-ku Ebisu-Cho 165, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 5,084
Avg. per night
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Piece Hostel Sanjo
Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,331
Avg. per night
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Hotel Monterey Kyoto
Hotel Monterey Kyoto

Hotel Monterey Kyoto

604 Manjuya-Cho, Sanjo-Sagaru, Kyoto, Japan
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,170
Avg. per night
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station

848, Higashi-Shiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 9,282
Avg. per night
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Ayame-an
Ayame-an

Ayame-an

Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 18,402
Avg. per night
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Sumitsugu Machiya House
Sumitsugu Machiya House

Sumitsugu Machiya House

Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 25,605
Avg. per night
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Jizo House
Jizo House

Jizo House

Kyoto, Japan
2.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 7,210
Avg. per night
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Matsubaya Ryokan
Matsubaya Ryokan

Matsubaya Ryokan

Shimogyo-ku Kamijuzuyamachidori Higashinotoinnishiiru Kamijuzuyamachi 329, Kyoto, Japan
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 11,425
Avg. per night
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Ryokan Azumaya
Ryokan Azumaya

Ryokan Azumaya

Nishi-Honganjimae, Shichijo-Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 3,143
Avg. per night
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Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Urushitei
Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Urushitei

Kyomachiya Ryokan Sakura Urushitei

Shimogyo-ku Yanaginobanbadori Takatsuji Sagaru Kichimonjicho 425, Kyoto, Japan
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 7,767
Avg. per night
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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 9 April 2026.
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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 9 April 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    Hostels in Kyoto will cost ₹ 4,295 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 977 per night. A good deal on a Kyoto hostel would be ₹ 3,082 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in March may be more expensive, whereas booking in February is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Kyoto, Colours is currently the best, based on 202 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 9.3/10.

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

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Kyoto is Shimogyo, according to our data. 6% 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 Kawaramachi Railway Station?

    Ryokan Hostel Gion happens to be the most popular Kyoto hostel near Kawaramachi Railway Station among our users. The Ryokan Hostel Gion has a current rating of 8.9 from 2,056 HotelsCombined travellers. Kawaramachi Railway Station is also conveniently located just 0.6 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 “Non-smoking rooms” listed as an amenity?

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

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