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Popular hostels in Kyoto

Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,849 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 18 December 2025. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is €45/night.
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391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel in Kyoto, steps from Hanamikoji Street Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this hostel has a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a TV in a common area, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available on request. Ryokan Hostel Gion offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, and complimentary toiletries. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
1990 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
Sleeps 28; can be booked for exclusive use. A two-minute walk from Arashiyama Station in Kyoto. Designed for families, groups, and events. Equipped with laundry facilities, refrigerator, and microwave oven, making it perfect for long-term stays. The hostel has a living room and dining room on the first floor, making it extremely livable
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
794 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
Nakagyo-ku Nishinokyo Nagamotocho 19-11, Kyoto, Japan
Just a five-minute walk from Nijo Station. Stay in this renovated traditional townhouse. Offering easy access to famous Kyoto tourist sites such as Nijo-jo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Ryoan-ji Temple, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha, and Gion. Enjoy all that Kyoto has to offer from this small accommodation in Nijo, Kyoto.
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
1446 reviews
Location
2.5 km from city centre
Sakyo-ku Higashimaruta-Cho 30-3, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel Niniroom is located in Okazaki, about a 30-minute bus ride from Kyoto Station. It is a 5-minute walk from the Kamo River and is a quiet residential area with many unique shops, including privately owned restaurants, bookstores, and stores. It's offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The lounge on the first floor has a café and lounge space where guests can relax. Heian Shrine is 800 metres, Nanzenji Temple is 1.8 km away. Shared bathrooms located on the 2nd and 3rd floors are fitted with shower booths. A continental breakfast is served daily at the property. Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy bicycle rentals. Hostel Niniroom is 350 metres away from Jingu-Marutamachi Station, while Kyoto Station 3.9 km from the property. Itami Airport is 50 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.7
Excellent
915 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
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
8.6
Excellent
187 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
30-12 Karahashitakadacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
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. Featuring a garden, the 2-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. The property is 2.9 km from the city centre and 2.3 km from Kyoto Station. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall is 3.9 km from the hostel, while Tofuku-ji Temple is 4.1 km from the property. Itami Airport is 42 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.1
Excellent
262 reviews
Location
3.7 km from city centre
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
9.4
Excellent
203 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
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
9.0
Excellent
546 reviews
Location
3.1 km from city centre

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 September (€19). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is March (€67).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Friday (€14). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Wednesday, when the average nightly price is €62.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as €16, rising to an average cost of €98, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €129 for a 4-star hostel in Kyoto for tonight.

How much is a Kyoto hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Kyoto this weekend for as little as €25/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as €28/night. For a 4-star hostel in Kyoto, the cheapest rate recently found was €208/night for this weekend.

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 €20 per night.

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 €24 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. Haruya Umekoji is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on 18 December 2025
These Kyoto properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.
Shimogyo-ku Waki-Cho 1-12, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€24
Avg. per night
542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€25
Avg. per night
22 Saiin Sanzo-Cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
3.1 km from city centre
€25
Avg. per night
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€25
Avg. per night
370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€26
Avg. per night
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€26
Avg. per night
152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€27
Avg. per night
596 Tenbin-Cho Shimodatiuri Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€27
Avg. per night
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€28
Avg. per night
110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€28
Avg. per night
Shimogyo-ku Dotemachi-Dori Shichijo-Agaru Naya-Cho 418, Kyoto, Japan
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€31
Avg. per night
709-3, Uematsu-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€31
Avg. per night
Simogyo-ku Sinmachidori Bukkouji Sagaru Iwatoyamacho 421, Kyoto, Japan
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€33
Avg. per night
732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€33
Avg. per night
Ukyo-ku, Uzumasa, Nakayama-Cho 29, Kyoto, Japan
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€39
Avg. per night
Shimogyo-ku Kogawa-Cho 229, Kyoto, Japan
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€40
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Kyoto

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415-1, Karigane-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€118
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€36
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€68
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€131
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€100
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
2.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€71
Avg. per night
30-12 Karahashitakadacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€49
Avg. per night
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€63
Avg. per night

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 18 December 2025.
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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 18 December 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    €46/night is an average price for a hostel in Kyoto throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in October is the most expensive month to book, and in January is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Kyoto hostels for as low as €11/night. In general, Kyoto hostels for €33 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    Based on our data, Colours is the best Kyoto hostel, with a rating of 9.4/10 from 203 reviews.

  • What area of Kyoto is most popular to stay in?

    The most popular neighbourhood is Shimogyo, with 10% of our users looking to stay in Kyoto searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel is a popular hostel in Shimogyo that might be available for your travel dates, though there are other great properties in the area as well.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Kyoto closest to Umekoji Park?

    The most popular hostel in Kyoto that’s close to Umekoji Park is Kyoto Hana Hostel. Just 1.4 km separate Kyoto Hana Hostel from Umekoji Park, the city’s most popular attraction. 2,769 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Kyoto Hana Hostel a score of 8.6/10.

  • Should I stay in a Kyoto hostel?

    Staying in a Kyoto hostel has many benefits, including cost savings, proximity to the centre of the city, a social and laid-back atmosphere, and similar amenities to hotels (such as Wi-Fi, continental breakfast, or 24/7 check-in). Hostels in Kyoto tend to attract younger, solo travellers, but they can be great for couples and families as well.

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