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Popular hostels in Kyoto

Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 6,067 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 5 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is €46/night.
These hostels are among the most popular places to stay for users visiting Kyoto. Try adjusting the dates or room and guest combinations if you're not seeing the options you're looking for.
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Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel with a bar, a quick walk to Nishiki Market A bar/lounge, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out, and a TV in a common area. Limited housekeeping is available. Piece Hostel Sanjo offers 58 accommodations with slippers and complimentary toiletries. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
6535 reviews
Location
0.2 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
8.9
Excellent
744 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel in Kyoto, near Kyoto Tower This smoke-free hostel features free WiFi in public areas. Housekeeping is available on request. Kyoto Guesthouse Lantern - Hostel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
375 reviews
Location
2.4 km from city centre
732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel in Kyoto, near Kitano Tenmangū Along with self parking, this hostel has concierge services and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a TV in a common area and a vending machine. Bathrooms are shared and limited housekeeping is available. Hostel Sui Kyoto offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
777 reviews
Location
3.6 km from city centre
110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a bidet, as well as air conditioning and towels. Other amenities include slippers, tour/ticket assistance, housekeeping, and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.3
Excellent
851 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
173, Shingokencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Riverwalk hostel with a coffee shop and a restaurant A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, multilingual staff assistance, and a reception hall are onsite. Limited housekeeping is available. CAFETEL KYOTO SANJO for Ladies - Hostel, Caters to Women offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
9.1
Excellent
495 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
€106
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
9.0
Excellent
182 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
Funayacho 660, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel in Kyoto, a short walk to Shijo Street This smoke-free hostel features laundry facilities, a garden, and a TV in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a front-desk safe. Bathrooms are shared. Colours - Hostel offers 3 accommodations with rice cookers and slippers. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, and hair dryers. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
Free Wi-Fi
9.4
Excellent
188 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
8.9
Excellent
520 reviews
Location
3.1 km from city centre
30-12 Karahashitakadacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel with a bar, near Kyoto Tower A bar/lounge, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free train station pick-up are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a garden, and free train station drop-off are onsite. Bathrooms are shared. CōBō Hostel offers 3 accommodations with rice cookers and slippers. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, toilets with an electronic bidet, and hair dryers. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
228 reviews
Location
3.7 km from city centre
€123

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 February (€17). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is November (€63).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Tuesday (€15). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is €42.

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 €19 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 €16 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. Haruya Higashiyama is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on 5 July 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.
542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€16
Avg. per night
370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€19
Avg. per night
596 Tenbin-Cho Shimodatiuri Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€19
Avg. per night
2F, Saga Hirosawa 28-3, Minamino-cho, Kyoto, Japan
6.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€20
Avg. per night
1-12 Wakicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€20
Avg. per night
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€20
Avg. per night
Ukyo-ku, Uzumasa, Nakayama-Cho 29, Kyoto, Japan
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€21
Avg. per night
229, Akezu-Dori St., Kogawa-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€21
Avg. per night
418 Naya Cho, Kyoto, Japan
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€22
Avg. per night
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€23
Avg. per night
Kita-ku Murasakino Daitokuji 8, Kyoto, Japan
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€23
Avg. per night
30-3 Higashimarutacho, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€23
Avg. per night
3F, 4-4 Uji Myoraku, Uji, Japan
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€25
Avg. per night
Nakagyo-ku Nishinokyo Nagamotocho 19-11, Kyoto, Japan
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€25
Avg. per night
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€25
Avg. per night
709-3, Uematsu-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€26
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Kyoto

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1-2, Okazaki Hoshojicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€104
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€52
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€135
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€173
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€150
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€342
Avg. per night
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€97
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 5 July 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 5 July 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 November is the most expensive month to book, and in June is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Kyoto hostels for as low as €10/night. In general, Kyoto hostels for €38 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 188 reviews.

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

    The most popular neighbourhood is Shimogyo, with 9% 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 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. 1,798 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Ryokan Hostel Gion a score of 8.8/10.

  • 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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