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Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 6,303 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 31 July 2026. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is €46/night.
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Guest House Atagoya
Guest House Atagoya

Guest House Atagoya

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
8.8
Excellent
166 reviews
Location
7.9 km from city centre
€61
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Travel insights for hostels in Kyoto

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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 July (€28). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is November (€84).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Sunday (€20). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is €42.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as €12, rising to an average cost of €79, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €137 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 €20/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as €31/night. For a 4-star hostel in Kyoto, the cheapest rate recently found was €168/night for this weekend.

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 €29 per night.

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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 €17 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. Haruya Umekoji - Hostel is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on 31 July 2026
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.
Haruya Umekoji - Hostel
Haruya Umekoji - Hostel

Haruya Umekoji - Hostel

Shimogyo-ku Waki-Cho 1-12, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€17
Avg. per night
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Haruya Higashiyama - Hostel
Haruya Higashiyama - Hostel

Haruya Higashiyama - Hostel

542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€17
Avg. per night
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Iwatoyama Hostel Exseed
Iwatoyama Hostel Exseed

Iwatoyama Hostel Exseed

Simogyo-ku Sinmachidori Bukkouji Sagaru Iwatoyamacho 421, Kyoto, Japan
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€17
Avg. per night
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Livemax Hostels Kyoto Ekimae
Livemax Hostels Kyoto Ekimae

Livemax Hostels Kyoto Ekimae

96-1 Nishikujo Ikenouchicho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€18
Avg. per night
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Webase Kyoto - Hostel
Webase Kyoto - Hostel

Webase Kyoto - Hostel

436-1 Iwatoyamacho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€20
Avg. per night
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Piece Hostel Sanjo
Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€22
Avg. per night
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Piece Hostel Kyoto
Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto

21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€24
Avg. per night
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Guest House Ga-Jyun
Guest House Ga-Jyun

Guest House Ga-Jyun

Higashiyama-ku Ebisu-Cho 165, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€27
Avg. per night
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Guest House Wa
Guest House Wa

Guest House Wa

152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€27
Avg. per night
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R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€28
Avg. per night
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Rak Kiyomizu
Rak Kiyomizu

Rak Kiyomizu

110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€28
Avg. per night
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Ryokan Hostel Gion
Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion

391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€32
Avg. per night
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Resi Stay Jisco Hotel Kyoto Goshonishi
Resi Stay Jisco Hotel Kyoto Goshonishi

Resi Stay Jisco Hotel Kyoto Goshonishi

177-1, Gochomecho, Nishiiru Karasuma, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€32
Avg. per night
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Hostel Sui Kyoto
Hostel Sui Kyoto

Hostel Sui Kyoto

732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€34
Avg. per night
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Mulan Hostel
Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel

74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
7.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€44
Avg. per night
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Gion Koh - Hostel
Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel

475 Shimogawaracho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€51
Avg. per night
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Hostel prices in Kyoto

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Kyoto to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Kyoto at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 31 July 2026.
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
Resi Stay Jisco Hotel Kyoto Goshonishi
Resi Stay Jisco Hotel Kyoto Goshonishi

Resi Stay Jisco Hotel Kyoto Goshonishi

177-1, Gochomecho, Nishiiru Karasuma, Kyoto, Japan
€32
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2 stars and under
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
€22
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R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
€28
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Piece Hostel Kyoto
Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto

21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
€24
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Ryokan Hostel Gion
Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion

391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
€32
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Haruya Higashiyama - Hostel
Haruya Higashiyama - Hostel

Haruya Higashiyama - Hostel

542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
€17
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Other accommodations in Kyoto

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Piece Hostel Sanjo
Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€22
Avg. per night
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Kyobu Higashiyama
Kyobu Higashiyama

Kyobu Higashiyama

Kyoto, Japan
1.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€150
Avg. per night
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Shinmichi Ayame-An
Shinmichi Ayame-An

Shinmichi Ayame-An

Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€89
Avg. per night
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Tsubaki Ann Kyoto
Tsubaki Ann Kyoto

Tsubaki Ann Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan
3.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€131
Avg. per night
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Nishijin Fujita
Nishijin Fujita

Nishijin Fujita

811, Yamana, Horikawa-Dori 1F, Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€542
Avg. per night
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Kyoto Granbell Hotel
Kyoto Granbell Hotel

Kyoto Granbell Hotel

27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€82
Avg. per night
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station

848, Higashi-Shiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€55
Avg. per night
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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 31 July 2026.
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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 31 July 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    €33/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 July is the cheapest month to book. Our users recently found Kyoto hostels for as low as €10/night. In general, Kyoto hostels for €27 or less are a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    Based on our data, Colours - Hostel is the best Kyoto hostel, with a rating of 9.3/10 from 192 reviews.

  • 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. 2,091 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 “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, 14 Kyoto hostels list “Air-conditioned” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Kyoto with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Piece Hostel Sanjo.

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