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Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

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

I
Itay
From
Israel
Great location, best place in kyoto. The room was desigend in a really comfortable way, each bed is big and comfy and good air conditioning. Also available gym for good price, can't recommend this place enough!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6,708 reviews
Price from
£30.74
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, 3,489 reviews
Price from
£31.44
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Go Sign

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

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

A
Agnes
From
Denmark
Such a nice place. The staff is very helpful and kind. We liked to chill in the shared spaces! Will definitely come back!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 209 reviews
Price from
£51.92
1 night, 2 adults

Colours

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

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.

I
Iliana
From
Switzerland
huge traditional japanese 2 rooms with a view to a cute mini garden and own entrance (I had room A). The location is top! In a resident area with traditional japanese houses and with a lot of restaurants in short walking distance. Just opposit the public bath if you happen to also be a fan. Toru is an amazing and very helpful host!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
Price from
£86.71
1 night, 2 adults

Guest House Ga-Jyun

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

A 5-minute walk from Higashiyama Subway Station, Guest House Ga-Jyun features free Wi-Fi at the entire property. The wooden terrace has chairs overlooking the garden. We are small house with 5 rooms.

v
vittorio
From
Italy
Ichiro, his daughter and the dog Giro are the perfect hosts. The hostel is in a perfect position, the beds are comfortable, the breakfast is excellent and the kitchen is available.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 812 reviews
Price from
£44.36
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto

Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto

Conveniently located in the centre of Kyoto, Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a concierge service....

C
Christopher
From
United Kingdom
Very clean and tidy and good location for public transportation
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 412 reviews
Price from
£37.30
1 night, 2 adults

Gojo Guest House

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

A 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Shrine, Guest House Gojo offers simple and cosy Japanese-style dormitory accommodation with free Wi-fi, futon beds and shared bathrooms.

L
Lorena
From
Brazil
Wonderfull place! Very cool environment, clean spaces, comfortable room and bed - where I had the best nigh sleeps of the trip so far - and very nice staff. Definitely recommend to anyone staying in Kyoto.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews
Price from
£41.34
1 night, 2 adults

Ryokan Hostel Gion

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Situated in Kyoto and with Samurai Kembu Kyoto reachable within 400 metres, Ryokan Hostel Gion features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

A
Alexandra
From
Indonesia
Everything was perfect Location, ergonomics, staff, guests ! Ideal!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,720 reviews
Price from
£33.78
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, 2,166 reviews
Price from
£30.25
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel

Ukyo Ward, Kyoto

Located in Kyoto, 3.9 km from Arashiama Bamboo Grove, Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

V
Viviana
From
United States
We loved the patio. After walking all day, sitting in the hammocks, and hearing the chirps, it would be so relaxing. The onsen was excellent as well. I highly recommend going at least once! Our room was perfect for 5 people. We could fit one more if we wanted to. We want to come back again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,066 reviews
Price from
£39.82
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.

Most booked hostels in Kyoto and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 710 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,373 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,166 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 843 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,720 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,200 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,489 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 6,708 reviews

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

  • Iwatoyama Hostel

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 710 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, 220 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...

  • Guest House WA

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 65 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 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 107 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.

  • KYOTO Guest House

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 179 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...

  • Seiki Kyoto Station

    Kyoto
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 523 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 410 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews

    Set 400 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Shiki Shiki Higashiyama in Kyoto offers rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.

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

  • Oyama Guesthouse Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews

    Located within 1.7 km of Katsura Imperial Villa and 4.4 km of Arashiama Bamboo Grove, Oyama Guesthouse Kyoto provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kyoto.

  • Guest House Atagoya

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the Ukyo Ward district of Kyoto, Guest House Atagoya is situated 3.2 km from Otagi Nenbutsu-ji Temple, 5.8 km from Katsura Imperial Villa and 6.7 km from Kitano Tenmangu...

  • Colours

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews

    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 427 reviews

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

  • SHIN kyoto

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 66 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.

  • HARUYA Umekoji

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,373 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.

  • 灯々屋

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 13 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 137 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.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,200 reviews

    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.

  • Rinn Hostel Miyagawacho

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 58 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.

  • Gojo Guest House

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews

    A 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Shrine, Guest House Gojo offers simple and cosy Japanese-style dormitory accommodation with free Wi-fi, futon beds and shared bathrooms.

  • JAM Hostel Kyoto Gion

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 274 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.

  • Peace House Sakura

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 222 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.

  • Hostel Mundo

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 167 reviews

    Situated conveniently in the centre of Kyoto, Hostel Mundo offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 272 reviews

    Located in Kyoto, within 1.8 km of Sanjusangen-do Temple and 1.5 km of Tofuku-ji Temple, Tabist Sparkling Dolphins Inn Kyoto provides accommodation with free WiFi.

  • Hostel Otro Mundo

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 181 reviews

    Well located in Kyoto, Hostel Otro Mundo provides air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

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Hostels that guests love in Kyoto

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  • Avg. price/night: £45.80
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 6,708 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
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 843 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: £43.25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,489 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 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 651 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: £43.25
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,489 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: £50.41
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    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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