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Popular hostels in Kyoto

Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 6,324 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 7 June 2026. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is ₹ 4,159/night.
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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
8.9
Excellent
814 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
₹ 4,953
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
8.7
Excellent
167 reviews
Location
7.9 km from city centre
₹ 6,858

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 (₹ 2,572). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is March (₹ 6,477).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Sunday (₹ 2,637). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 4,481.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as ₹ 1,481, rising to an average cost of ₹ 7,789, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 15,357 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 ₹ 1,919/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 3,493/night. For a 4-star hostel in Kyoto, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 19,450/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 ₹ 2,762 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 ₹ 2,000 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. Haruya Umekoji is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on 7 June 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.
Shimogyo-ku Waki-Cho 1-12, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,000
Avg. per night
542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,000
Avg. per night
370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,572
Avg. per night
596 Tenbin-Cho Shimodatiuri Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,572
Avg. per night
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,667
Avg. per night
22 Saiin Sanzo-Cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
3.1 km from city centre
₹ 2,776
Avg. per night
Simogyo-ku Sinmachidori Bukkouji Sagaru Iwatoyamacho 421, Kyoto, Japan
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,915
Avg. per night
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,953
Avg. per night
152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 3,048
Avg. per night
110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 3,114
Avg. per night
Shimogyo-ku Dotemachi-Dori Shichijo-Agaru Naya-Cho 418, Kyoto, Japan
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 3,143
Avg. per night
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,239
Avg. per night
Higashiyama-ku Ebisu-Cho 165, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 3,239
Avg. per night
709-3, Uematsu-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,301
Avg. per night
Nakagyo-ku Nishinokyo Nagamotocho 19-11, Kyoto, Japan
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 3,315
Avg. per night
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,763
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Kyoto

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604 Manjuya-Cho, Sanjo-Sagaru, Kyoto, Japan
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 5,112
Avg. per night
848, Higashi-Shiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,660
Avg. per night
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,667
Avg. per night
Shimogyo-ku Kamijuzuyamachidori Higashinotoinnishiiru Kamijuzuyamachi 329, Kyoto, Japan
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 11,578
Avg. per night
Nishi-Honganjimae, Shichijo-Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,477
Avg. per night
Shimogyo-ku Yanaginobanbadori Takatsuji Sagaru Kichimonjicho 425, Kyoto, Japan
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 7,716
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 10,382
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 24,099
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 7 June 2026.
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 7 June 2026.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    Hostels in Kyoto will cost ₹ 3,878 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 1,000 per night. A good deal on a Kyoto hostel would be ₹ 2,886 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in March 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, Colours is currently the best, based on 195 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 Gion?

    Ryokan Hostel Gion happens to be the most popular Kyoto hostel near Gion among our users. The Ryokan Hostel Gion has a current rating of 9.0 from 2,076 HotelsCombined travellers. Gion is also conveniently located just 0.3 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 “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

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

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