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Exterior
Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto

2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (871)
"Clean. Wonderful staff. Close fo Kyoto station. "
Canada
Glennie
The price is ฿1,280
฿1,408 total
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Garden
Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel

2.0 star property
Arashiyama
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (59)
"Great place to stay. "
Canada
Heather
The price is ฿2,607
฿2,868 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Mulan Hostel
Fridge, stovetop
Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

2.0 star property
Kita Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7)
"C’était trop bien. L’hôte est vraiment aux petits soins et attentionnée. Elle donne des conseils sur des endroits à visiter. Elle est également soucieuse de la bonne santé de ses hôtes. Elle est gentille et aimable. Si vous un petit moment, faites un tour dans son restaurant !"
France
Erwan
The price is ฿2,458
฿2,704 total
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
Property entrance
add chaganju - Hostel

add chaganju - Hostel

2.0 star property
Uji
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (75)
"Bien! Propre. Cafés, thé, matcha gratuit."
Canada
Amélie
The price is ฿1,592
฿1,752 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
add chaganju - Hostel
Japanese Style Room, 3 People (Shared bathroom and toilet) Check-in 5PM to 9PM | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi
Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Guest House Oumi - Hostel

2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (60)
"Tommy always makes you feel at home, a great place to stay if you want to experience Kyoto like a local. The guesthouse is minutes away from both metro an JR stations, there are businesses, convenience stores, public baths and everything you need to feel at home."
Mexico
José
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
Front of property
Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo

2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (555)
"Great area and great facilities! Good amount of space. Friendly staff. Highly recommend with small family!"
Australia
Zoe
The price is ฿1,415
฿1,557 total
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Exterior
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (51)
"Traditional japanese style room with matresses on the floor. Big room! Cool place, would go again!"
Sweden
Timmy
The price is ฿1,125
฿1,238 total
15 Dec - 16 Dec
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
View from property
K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel

2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (535)
"Nice place. "
United States
IFTEKHAR
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
Exterior
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (98)
"Really lovely hotel. "
United Kingdom
Madeleine
The price is ฿1,125
฿1,238 total
10 Dec - 11 Dec
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
Interior
Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19)
"Lovely little ryokan, very traditional and homely. Traditional breakfast was tasty."
Australia
JASON
The price is ฿2,063
฿2,270 total
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
Front of property – evening/night
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (204)
"Awesome hostel close to the Kyoto station and other amenities. When I go back to Kyoto I’ll stay there again."
Canada
TYSON
The price is ฿2,251
฿2,476 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
Front of property – evening/night
Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion

2.0 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (80)
"Nice and clean hostel with many popular attractions near by. "
Germany
Marie
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Exterior
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (85)
"Everything was amazing, highly recommend staying here :)"
United Kingdom
Victoria
The price is ฿2,063
฿2,270 total
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"It was a wonderful stay, a nice experience in a Japanese house. Mama and Papa are so kind and generous, very welcoming, and the place is so cosy and charming. I'd happily come back and stay here! 😊🤗 "
South Korea
Anonymous traveller
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
Balcony
The Next Door - Hostel

The Next Door - Hostel

1.0 star property
Minami Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (21)
"😁"
Canada
Brendan
The Next Door - Hostel
Family Room, Private Bathroom and Toilet | Individually decorated, free WiFi, bed sheets
Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel

2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27)
"Very nice to experience traditional Japanese accommodation, Hiro is a very friendly and attentive host! Strongly recommended!"
Norway
Andrea
The price is ฿2,551
฿2,806 total
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Gion Koh - Hostel
Private Tatami Room | In-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Miyagawacho Hanakanzashi- Hostel

Miyagawacho Hanakanzashi- Hostel

1.0 star property
Gion
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (37)
"The atmosphere was great, the staff was extremely kind and accommodating of a few extra questions I had, and the location was beautiful. Just helped make an already great trip even better. Plus the beds were the most comfortable I’ve had in a hostel so far!"
United States
Henry
The price is ฿2,401
฿2,641 total
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Miyagawacho Hanakanzashi- Hostel
Restaurant
Hostel Gion SORA

Hostel Gion SORA

2.0 star property
Gion
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7)
"great stay, no complaints, very nice and helpful host, clean amenities, great value"
Canada
Andrew
Hostel Gion SORA
Property entrance
Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"蛇口をひねると全て地下水、塩素との入っていないお水、冷蔵庫にいつも冷えてて美味しい。 お部屋はとても狭くて隠れ家な感じだけど寝に帰るだけなので全然気にならない、なんだか凄く良いニオイがします。"
Japan
みすず
The price is ฿1,350
฿1,486 total
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
Bicycling
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (21)
"The staff were super friendly and were open to helping me practice Japanese. Very accommodating, and clean, with spacious rooms. "
United States
JUSTIN
The price is ฿1,337
฿1,471 total
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
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Top Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Hotel Emion Kyoto

Hotel Emion Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Big room, clean, nice property "
Pascalia Maria 3-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Hotel Emion Kyoto

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Kyoto Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,797
Accommodation
72 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿1,238
Highest Price
฿2,868

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Kyoto?
By choosing a hostel, you can reduce your spending on lodging and use more of your money for exploring during your holiday. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its temples and monuments.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Kyoto?
Based on reviews from our guests, these hostels in Kyoto have positive ratings: Piece Hostel Kyoto - Located within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street. You can take advantage of free Wi-Fi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Gojo Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. K's House Kyoto - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and laundry facilities. Rooms come with bed sheets and free Wi-Fi. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and a lift. You'll find showers, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Piece Hostel Sanjo - Located within a 5-minute walk of Nishiki Market. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a bar and laundry facilities. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
How many hostels can I expect to find in Kyoto?
If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Kyoto, one of Expedia's 59 hostels might be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kyoto?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. The rainiest months in Kyoto are July, June, September and October, with each month seeing an average of 206 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kyoto?
Depending on what interests you, you might appreciate these things around Kyoto. Get out into nature with places such as Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, Maruyama Park and Kyoto State Guest House. Cultural attractions include Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, Kyoto International Manga Museum and Gion Shirakawa Area. Visit landmarks such as Kiyamachi Street, Teramachi Street and Nishiki Market.
What's the best way to get to and around Kyoto while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Kyoto on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Osaka (ITM-Itami), 24 mi (38.6 km) away. Another option is Kobe (UKB), which is 40 mi (64.4 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Shiyakusho-mae Station, Sanjo Keihan Station and Karasuma Oike Station. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Sanjo Station, Jingu-marutamachi Station or Kyoto Kawaramachi Station.

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