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.
Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto
Conveniently located in the centre of Kyoto, Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a concierge service....
Gojo Guest House
A 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.
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.
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 711 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 1,377 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,164 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 843 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,719 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3Very good - What previous guests thought, 180 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,206 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,496 reviewsPopular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 6,730 reviews
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Seiki Kyoto Station
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.2Good - What previous guests thought, 525 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.
Shiki Shiki Higashiyama
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 7.8Good - What previous guests thought, 304 reviewsSet 400 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Shiki Shiki Higashiyama in Kyoto offers rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.
Colours
KyotoBudget options availableScored 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
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.5Very good - What previous guests thought, 430 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
KyotoBudget options availableScored 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
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.0Very good - What previous guests thought, 230 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...
KYOTO Guest House
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 5.5Passable - What previous guests thought, 179 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...
City Pension Tommy Rich Inn Kyoto
KyotoBudget options availableScored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 137 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.
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Guest House WA
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.6Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 65 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-...
HARUYA Umekoji
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 1,377 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.
Kagan Hotel & Hostel
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 107 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.
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.
Hisaya Shirakawa 久宿 白川
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 421 reviewsWell situated in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, Hisaya Shirakawa 久宿 白川 is located 600 metres from Shoren-in Temple, less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station and a 15-minute walk from Heian...
K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel
KyotoCentral locationScored out of 10, guest rating 8.7Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,206 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, 58 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, 360 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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JAM Hostel Kyoto Gion
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 274 reviewsA 5-minute walk from the heart of Kyoto’s beautiful Gion district, the entirely non-smoking Jam Hostel Kyoto provides free Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Peace House Sakura
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 222 reviewsOffering free Wi-Fi throughout, a free-use kitchen and 24-hour hot showers, the completely non-smoking Peace House is 1 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.
Hostel Mundo
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.3Good - What previous guests thought, 166 reviewsSituated conveniently in the centre of Kyoto, Hostel Mundo offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space.
Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.9Good - What previous guests thought, 272 reviewsLocated in Kyoto, within 1.8 km of Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.5 km of Tofuku-ji Temple, Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto provides accommodation with free WiFi.
Hostel Otro Mundo
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.6Good - What previous guests thought, 181 reviewsWell located in Kyoto, Hostel Otro Mundo provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.
HARUYA Higashiyama
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 7.7Good - What previous guests thought, 188 reviewsAttractively set in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, HARUYA Higashiyama is situated 400 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 600 metres from Shoren-in Temple and 1.1 km from Gion Shijo Station.
Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 9.1Superb - What previous guests thought, 411 reviewsConveniently located in the centre of Kyoto, Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a concierge service.
Guest House Hennka Kyoto
KyotoNo credit card neededScored out of 10, guest rating 9.6Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 37 reviewsBoasting a terrace and views of city, Guest House Hennka Kyoto is situated in Kyoto, 1.4 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple.
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Hostels that guests love in Kyoto
- Avg. price/night: US$71.44Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 6,730 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, 843 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
- Avg. price/night: US$61.38Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,496 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, 651 reviewsGreat, cheap hostel a little outside of the center. Great for meeting new people or keeping for yourself!Guest review byCarlSolo traveller
- Avg. price/night: US$61.38Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,496 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$67.23Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,204 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
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