Hostels in Kyoto
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Piece Hostel Sanjo
Piece Hostel Sanjo offers private and dormitory rooms in the heart of Kyoto.
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Opened in April 2013 with brand new facilities, Piece Hostel Kyoto is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station.
Guesthouse Go Sign
Attractively located in Kyoto, Guesthouse Go Sign features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.
Colours
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.
Guest House Ga-Jyun
A 5-minute walk from Higashiyama Subway Station, Guest House Ga-Jyun features free Wi-Fi at the entire property. The wooden terrace has chairs overlooking the garden. We are small house with 5 rooms.
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Situated in Kyoto and with Samurai Kembu Kyoto reachable within 400 metres, Ryokan Hostel Gion features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.
R Star Hostel Kyoto
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan is set in central Kyoto and features air-conditioned rooms. The property is around 2 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 2 km from Nijo Castle and 2.5 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel
Located in Kyoto, 3.9 km from Arashiama Bamboo Grove, Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.
Len Kyoto Kawaramachi
Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Len Kyoto Kawaramachi offers accommodation in Kyoto. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The rooms have a shared bathroom.
K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel
Featuring a sunny lounge with free Wi-Fi, 2 free-use kitchens and a rooftop terrace overlooking the city, Backpackers Hostel K's House Kyoto is a 10-minute walk from Kyoto Train Station.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,068 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 1,374 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,171 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 256 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 438 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,723 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 203 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,225 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,538 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 6,801 reviews
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Iwatoyama Hostel
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 718 reviewsSet in the centre of Kyoto, 200 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Iwatoyama Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.
Guest House WA
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 66 reviewsWell located in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, Guest House WA is located less than 1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 1.8 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 2.1 km from Sanjusangen-...
From US$85.41 per nightKIZUNA HOTEL Gojo Kiyomizu-dera Kamogawa
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 430 reviewsOpen from 2017, KIZUNA HOTEL Gojo Kiyomizu-dera Kamogawa is situated in Kyoto, a 4-minute walk from Gojo Station and Karasuma Gojo Bus Stop. Guests can reach Kyoto Station within a 15-minute walk.
From US$133.25 per nightGion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse HANAKANZASHI
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 846 reviewsSet in Kyoto and within less than 1 km of Gion Shijo Station, Gion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse HANAKANZASHI has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.
THE NEXT DOOR Dormitory & Private Hostel
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 408 reviewsConveniently set in the centre of Kyoto, THE NEXT DOOR Dormitory & Private Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.
From US$94.30 per nightHostel Niniroom
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.8Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 795 reviewsHostel Niniroom is located in Okazaki, about a 30-minute bus ride from Kyoto Station.
Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 334 reviewsSet in Kyoto and with Heian Shrine reachable within 1.9 km, Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.
Oyama Guesthouse Kyoto
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviewsLocated within 1.7 km of Katsura Imperial Villa and 4.4 km of Arashiama Bamboo Grove, Oyama Guesthouse Kyoto provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kyoto.
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Colours
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 9.3Superb - What previous guests thought, 140 reviewsConveniently 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.
Mini Inn Kyoto - Kyoto Historic district
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 438 reviewsSituated conveniently in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, Mini Inn Kyoto - Kyoto Historic district is set less than 1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, a 13-minute walk from TKP Garden...
SHIN kyoto
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 9.9Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 66 reviewsConveniently located in the centre of Kyoto, SHIN kyoto offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen.
ゲストハウス栞庵-Shiori ann
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 256 reviewsConveniently located just a 1-minute walk from Gojo Subway Station and a 2-minute subway ride from JR Kyoto Station, ゲストハウス栞庵-Shiori ann provides cosy hostel accommodation in a refurbished traditional...
From US$341.66 per nightHARUYA Umekoji
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 1,374 reviewsLocated an 8-minute bus ride from JR Kyoto Station, HARUYA Umekoji is a 100 year old Japanese traditional townhouse with free WiFi access. Rooms at HARUYA Umekoji have air conditioning and heating.
From US$57.40 per nightUNKNOWN KYOTO
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 418 reviewsConveniently set in the centre of Kyoto, UNKNOWN KYOTO provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.
KYOTO Guest House
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 5.6Passable - What previous guests thought, 181 reviewsConveniently situated in the Ukyo Ward district of Kyoto, KYOTO Guest House is located 2.8 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 3.5 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 3.6 km from...
From US$47.83 per nightCity Pension Tommy Rich Inn Kyoto
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 138 reviewsWell located in Kyoto, City Pension Tommy Rich Inn Kyoto provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers luggage storage space.
Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Kyoto and nearby
Kagan Hotel & Hostel
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 108 reviewsAttractively set in the centre of Kyoto, Kagan Hotel & Hostel is within 2.1 km of Kyoto Station and 2.2 km of TKP Garden City Kyoto.
From US$132.02 per night灯々屋
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.2Very good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviewsAttractively set in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, 灯々屋 is situated less than 1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, a 19-minute walk from Gion Shijo Station and 1.2 km from Kyoto Station.
HoNoDo COBO
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 211 reviewsAttractively located in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto, HoNoDo COBO is situated 2.4 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 3.7 km from Katsura Imperial Villa and 3.9 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple.
Seiki Kyoto Station
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.2Good - What previous guests thought, 529 reviewsReopened after renovations in March 2017, OYO旅館 晴輝京都ステーション Kyoto is just a 3-minute walk from Hachijo East Exit of Kyoto Station. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.
From US$99.08 per nightShiki Shiki Higashiyama
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 301 reviewsSet 400 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Shiki Shiki Higashiyama in Kyoto offers rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.
From US$150.33 per nightK's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,225 reviewsFeaturing a sunny lounge with free Wi-Fi, 2 free-use kitchens and a rooftop terrace overlooking the city, Backpackers Hostel K's House Kyoto is a 10-minute walk from Kyoto Train Station.
Rinn Hostel Miyagawacho
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 9.1Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviewsSituated within 400 metres of Gion Shijo Station and 1.3 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Rinn Hostel Miyagawacho features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.
Gojo Guest House
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 356 reviewsA 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Shrine, Guest House Gojo offers simple and cosy Japanese-style dormitory accommodation with free Wi-fi, futon beds and shared bathrooms.
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- Avg. price/night: US$114.70Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 6,801 reviewsI had a great stay at PIECE Hostel Sanjo. Central location next to Nishiki market, Pontocho Alley and several restaurants and shops. I booked a bed in a female shared dormitory. Comfy and intimate bed, with a safe to store valuable items if needed. Only women toilet and shower also available. I would definitely recommend it!!Guest review byflorianaSolo traveller
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 846 reviewsOne of best hostels I've stayed at! Great location in a very traditional local street that barely sees any tourists. The property itself is a traditional house. Clean and very comfortable. Washing machine and detergent available for FREE, and balcony for hang-drying. Plenty of hangers in the room and in the balcony. Spacious common room.Guest review byAdrianSolo traveller
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,538 reviewsI stayed at bunk bed for 2 nights. Modern hostel with great facilities and great location. Bed was comfortable & we can use extra pillow for free. Coffee & tea, towels also free! Very recommended !Guest review byHestiSolo traveller
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 652 reviewsGreat, cheap hostel a little outside of the center. Great for meeting new people or keeping for yourself!Guest review byCarlSolo traveller
- Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,538 reviewsBest Hostel I ever stayed in. Great rooms, big shower area, nice and friendly staff, great location.Guest review byRobinSolo traveller
- Avg. price/night: US$143.50Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,202 reviewsI think the best hostel I will stay in during my trip. The atmosphere was great and inviting to meet new people. The staff was super friendly and the beds were comfy as well!Guest review byIlanaSolo traveller
