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Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 6,295 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 25 August 2025. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is ₹ 4,092/night.
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Guest House Wa
Guest House Wa

Guest House Wa

152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel in Kyoto, near Kyoto Tower This smoke-free hostel features free WiFi in public areas. Housekeeping is available on request. Guest House WA - Hostel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
372 reviews
Location
2.4 km from city centre
₹ 4,021
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Hostel Sui Kyoto
Hostel Sui Kyoto

Hostel Sui Kyoto

732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
In a prime location in Kyoto, Hostel Sui Kyoto provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is located 1.2 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 2.7 km from Nijo Castle. Private parking is available on site. Every room is fitted with a shared bathroom, a bidet and a hairdryer, and certain units at the capsule hotel have a safety deposit box. All units will provide guests with a fridge. Kyoto Imperial Palace is 2.9 km from Hostel Sui Kyoto, while Kyoto International Manga Museum is 4.5 km away. Itami Airport is 48 km from the property.
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
780 reviews
Location
3.6 km from city centre
₹ 2,748
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Cafetel Kyoto Sanjo For Ladies
Cafetel Kyoto Sanjo For Ladies

Cafetel Kyoto Sanjo For Ladies

173, Shingokencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Great care is taken to ensure guests experience comfort through top-notch services and amenities. Stay connected with your associates, as complimentary Wi-Fi is available during your entire visit. Whether it's an extended stay or simply needing fresh attire, laundromat and laundry service provided by hostel ensures your cherished travel garments stay spotless and accessible. To ensure the well-being and convenience of all visitors, smoking is strictly prohibited throughout the entire hostel. In order to ensure the utmost level of relaxation, the guestrooms feature an inviting design and are equipped with all basic necessities, creating a delightful stay experience. To ensure a pleasant stay, a selection of rooms at hostel come furnished with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning, all designed with your ease in mind. Understanding the significance of bathroom facilities in enhancing visitor contentment, hostel offers a hair dryer and toiletries within a few chosen chambers. How about kicking off each day of your getaway with a delicious cup of coffee? At the hostel, relish in the invigorating taste of a freshly brewed, excellent coffee.Throughout the day and night, guests can enjoy light refreshments with the hostel offering vending machines.
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
495 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
₹ 10,918
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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
192 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
₹ 4,968
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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
9.0
Excellent
184 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
₹ 6,114
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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
8.9
Excellent
524 reviews
Location
3.1 km from city centre
₹ 4,979
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Travel insights for hostels in Kyoto

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Kyoto including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto is February (₹ 160,212). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is March (₹ 707,678).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Thursday (₹ 183,710). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 396,333.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kyoto?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 90 days before your trip to Kyoto. The lowest price found when booking 90 days ahead was ₹ 2,271 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 ₹ 1,609 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. Hostel Otro Mundo is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on 25 August 2025
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.
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
₹ 1,609
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
₹ 1,634
Avg. per night
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Haruya Umekoji
Haruya Umekoji

Haruya Umekoji

1-12 Wakicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,747
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
₹ 1,747
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

418 Naya Cho, Kyoto, Japan
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,971
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
₹ 2,100
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
₹ 2,110
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
₹ 2,233
Avg. per night
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Len Kyoto Kawaramachi
Len Kyoto Kawaramachi

Len Kyoto Kawaramachi

709-3, Uematsu-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,366
Avg. per night
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Ryokan Hostel Gion
Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion

391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,384
Avg. per night
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Hostel Niniroom
Hostel Niniroom

Hostel Niniroom

30-3 Higashimarutacho, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,533
Avg. per night
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Travellersdou Kirinya
Travellersdou Kirinya

Travellersdou Kirinya

3F, 4-4 Uji Myoraku, Uji, Japan
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 2,533
Avg. per night
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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
₹ 2,545
Avg. per night
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Mulan Hostel
Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel

74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
7.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,568
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
₹ 2,697
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
₹ 2,708
Avg. per night
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Other accommodations in Kyoto

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Pacio Nijo
Pacio Nijo

Pacio Nijo

Kyoto, Japan
2.5 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 11,817
Avg. per night
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Hotel Muso
Hotel Muso

Hotel Muso

678, Ishifudonocho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 11,093
Avg. per night
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Kyoto Tokyu Hotel
Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

Kyoto Tokyu Hotel

Gojo-Sagaru, Horikawa-Dori, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 6,225
Avg. per night
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Ayame-an
Ayame-an

Ayame-an

Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 19,478
Avg. per night
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No.8 Kyoto
No.8 Kyoto

No.8 Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 13,180
Avg. per night
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Kamohan
Kamohan

Kamohan

Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 31,172
Avg. per night
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Number 6 Nijo
Number 6 Nijo

Number 6 Nijo

Kyoto, Japan
1.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 4,461
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 25 August 2025.
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 25 August 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    Hostels in Kyoto will cost ₹ 4,093 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 1,171 per night. A good deal on a Kyoto hostel would be ₹ 2,713 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in November 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 192 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. 7% 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 1,828 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 “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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