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Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Piece Hostel Sanjo offers private and dormitory rooms in the heart of Kyoto.

A
Amelia
From
Bolivia
Incredibly impressive hostel with great facilities, comfy beds and ideal location. I especially liked the space under the bed to stow my bag. Laundry was also easy. Value for money is really good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7,145 reviews
Price from
US$43.62
1 night, 2 adults

Piece Hostel Kyoto

Minami Ward, Kyoto

Opened in April 2013 with brand new facilities, Piece Hostel Kyoto is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station.

B
Berni Muñoz
From
Mexico
Really friendly personal and extremely clean. Definitely recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,804 reviews
Price from
US$42.12
1 night, 2 adults

R Star Hostel Kyoto

Shimogyo Ward, 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.

R
Rishi
From
United Kingdom
Great facilities! Solid toast, staff are nice and an ideal location. Would definitely return.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,196 reviews
Price from
US$40.79
1 night, 2 adults

Len Kyoto Kawaramachi

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

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.

A
Agathe
From
France
Really easy to reach the main station on foot, the place is very central. The staff is super kind and helpful. I had a little issue with my phone and they helped me kindly. There is a restaurant/bar on the 1st floor where you can take a coffee in the morning and have a drink in the evening.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,204 reviews
Price from
US$58.28
1 night, 2 adults

K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

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.

A
Alex
From
New Zealand
Friendly, helpful staff. Immaculate throughout. Well equipped. Great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,371 reviews
Price from
US$53.71
1 night, 2 adults

ホステル祇園SORA

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Conveniently situated in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, ホステル祇園SORA is set 600 metres from Gion Shijo Station, less than 1 km from Shoren-in Temple and a 19-minute walk from Heian Shrine.

c
cristina
From
Japan
Very sweet woman working here and speaking with all the costumers, very friendly ambience, it's an easy place to make friends in the shared tatami space. I really enjoyed my stay, it's close to the station, multiple bus stops and in the city center. The place is very tidy, confortable and nice warm shower with towels and shampoo provided. Everyone is respectful and I could also take an afternoon nap in confortable warm bed. There's a nice clean kitchen you can use and fridge yo put your food. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews
Price from
US$128.21
1 night, 2 adults

ALOHADAYS Nishijin Guesthouse

Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto

Set in the centre of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, ALOHADAYS Nishijin Guesthouse offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

O
Ondrej
From
Slovakia
I had amazing stay here. It's new and very clean and unique! It feels like little Hawaii in there ;) And Yuki made me feel very welcomed instantly. Bus stop to the station is just few meters from the hostel. I would definitely recommend this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews
Price from
US$44.58
1 night, 2 adults

Gion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse HANAKANZASHI

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Set 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.

Ž
Žan
From
Slovenia
Great location - few minutes walk from the famous Yasaka pagoda as well as close to the beautiful river area. Quiet - the hostel was very quiet and I slept well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 828 reviews
Price from
US$133.75
1 night, 2 adults

HoNoDo COBO

Minami Ward, Kyoto

Attractively 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.

Z
Zhanae
From
Australia
We arrived here as a typhoon hit close by and had the best 3 days being bunkered into this beautiful homely hostel! Amazing facilities and comfortable beds
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews
Price from
US$128.21
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Niniroom

Sakyo Ward, Kyoto

Hostel Niniroom is located in Okazaki, about a 30-minute bus ride from Kyoto Station.

M
MARIOS
From
Greece
Clean apartments nice bathrooms and nice location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 823 reviews
Price from
US$55.95
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,196 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,371 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,804 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7,145 reviews

Save money on hostels in Kyoto and nearby – budget options available

Iwatoyama Hostel

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 782 reviews

Set in the centre of Kyoto, 200 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Iwatoyama Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews

Conveniently 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$107.92 per night

HARUYA Umekoji

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,425 reviews

Located 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$81.59 per night

Kagan Hotel & Hostel

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews

Attractively 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$153.33 per night

UNKNOWN KYOTO

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 437 reviews

Conveniently set in the centre of Kyoto, UNKNOWN KYOTO provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

From US$113.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 828 reviews

Set 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.

From US$123.84 per night

LiVEMAX Hostels Kyoto Ekimae

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

Situated within 1 km of TKP Garden City Kyoto and 2.3 km of Sanjusangen-do Temple, LiVEMAX Hostels Kyoto Ekimae features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kyoto.

From US$134.68 per night

Peace House Sakura

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews

Offering 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.

From US$97.78 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 498 reviews

Situated conveniently in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, Mini Inn Kyoto - Kyoto Historic district-英语预約限定 is set less than 1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, a 13-minute walk from TKP...

Guesthouse Go Sign

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews

Attractively located in Kyoto, Guesthouse Go Sign features air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

From US$169 per night

SHIN kyoto

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 79 reviews

Conveniently 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.

Guest House WA

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 82 reviews

Well 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-...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 423 reviews

Open 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

Well 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.

Rinn Hostel Miyagawacho

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

Situated 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.

JAM Hostel Kyoto Gion

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews

A 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.

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Kyoto and nearby

KYOTO Guest House

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
Passable - What previous guests thought, 196 reviews

Conveniently 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$45.33 per night

灯々屋

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Attractively 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.

From US$392.08 per night

HoNoDo COBO

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

Attractively 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.

From US$259.01 per night

Seiki Kyoto Station

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 553 reviews

Reopened 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$161.88 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 409 reviews

Conveniently set in the centre of Kyoto, THE NEXT DOOR Dormitory & Private Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge and free WiFi.

From US$117.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 130 reviews

Conveniently situated in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, ホステル祇園SORA is set 600 metres from Gion Shijo Station, less than 1 km from Shoren-in Temple and a 19-minute walk from Heian Shrine.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 453 reviews

Well 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...

HARUYA Higashiyama

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews

Attractively 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.

FAQ about hostels in Kyoto

Hostels that guests love in Kyoto

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Avg. price/night: US$148.15
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7,145 reviews
I 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 by
floriana
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$123.84
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 828 reviews
One 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 by
Adrian
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$119.66
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,804 reviews
I 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 by
Hesti
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 675 reviews
Great, cheap hostel a little outside of the center. Great for meeting new people or keeping for yourself!
Guest review by
Carl
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$119.66
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,804 reviews
Best Hostel I ever stayed in. Great rooms, big shower area, nice and friendly staff, great location.
Guest review by
Robin
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$135.98
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,204 reviews
I 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 by
Ilana
Solo traveller
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