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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto is August (€24). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is November (€81).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Thursday (€13). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is €36.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as €19, rising to an average cost of €66, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Kyoto for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kyoto?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Kyoto. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was €28 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Kyoto, Japan

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.
96-1 Nishikujo Ikenouchicho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€18
Avg. per night
Simogyo-ku Sinmachidori Bukkouji Sagaru Iwatoyamacho 421, Kyoto, Japan
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€21
Avg. per night
1-1, Higashikujo, Kitakarasuma-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€22
Avg. per night
436-1 Iwatoyamacho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€23
Avg. per night
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€25
Avg. per night
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€26
Avg. per night
596 Tenbin-Cho Shimodatiuri Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 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
€27
Avg. per night
Higashiyama-ku Ebisu-Cho 165, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€28
Avg. per night
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€32
Avg. per night
177-1, Gochomecho, Nishiiru Karasuma, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€33
Avg. per night
732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€37
Avg. per night
74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
7.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€41
Avg. per night
475 Shimogawaracho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€63
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Kyoto

hostels located in the Kyoto area sorted by price and hostel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.
3 stars
2 stars and under
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
1-1, Higashikujo, Kitakarasuma-Cho, Kyoto, Japan

Other accommodation in Kyoto

Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€27
Avg. per night
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€110
Avg. per night
848, Higashi-Shiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€67
Avg. per night
Higashiyama-ku Tonya-Machidori-Gojosagaru 3 Nishitachibana 467, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Spa
€328
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€156
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€114
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
3.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€112
Avg. per night
811, Yamana, Horikawa-Dori 1F, Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€575
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Kyoto

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Facts about staying in Kyoto

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    €37/night is an average price for a hostel in Kyoto throughout the year. Hostel prices do vary, and you’ll find that in November is the most expensive month to book, and in September is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Kyoto hostels for as low as €9/night. In general, Kyoto hostels for €28 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    Based on our data, Shin Terrace & Hostel Kyoto is the best Kyoto hostel, with a rating of 9.7/10 from 232 reviews.

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

    The most popular neighbourhood is Shimogyo, with 2% of our users looking to stay in Kyoto searching for hostels in this area over the last 12 months. R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan 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 Kawaramachi Railway Station?

    The most popular hostel in Kyoto that’s close to Kawaramachi Railway Station is Ryokan Hostel Gion. Just 0.6 km separate Ryokan Hostel Gion from Kawaramachi Railway Station, the city’s most popular attraction. 2,104 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Ryokan Hostel Gion a score of 9.0/10.

  • 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.

  • Does Kyoto have hostels with “Hot tub” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, 1 Kyoto hostel lists “Hot tub” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Kyoto with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Webase Kyoto - Hostel.

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