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Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

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

L
Lola
From
Belgium
Perfect location! Friendly and the kitchen was so cool. Perfect for a young couple that spends most of their days outside but prefer a little comfort.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7,053 reviews
Price from
US$49.26
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.

M
Maja
From
Bosnia and Herzegovina
I had booked private room with bathroom and got cutest little room ever! It was soo clean, restrooms and shower room too! Lovely modern hostel with great staff and above everything, super clean! 5 min away from Kyoto station!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,725 reviews
Price from
US$47.57
1 night, 2 adults

Len Kyoto Kawaramachi

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Len Kyoto Kawaramachi offers accommodation in Kyoto. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The rooms have a shared bathroom.

A
Alexandar
From
Canada
Great food and ambience in the resto-bar downstairs.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,212 reviews
Price from
US$65.82
1 night, 2 adults

K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

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.

F
Filzah
From
Malaysia
So clean and spacious and very near to kyoto station
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,325 reviews
Price from
US$60.66
1 night, 2 adults

ホステル祇園SORA

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Conveniently situated in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, ホステル祇園SORA is set 600 metres from Gion Shijo Station, less than 1 km from Shoren-in Temple and a 19-minute walk from Heian Shrine.

G
Ghulam
From
Finland
Very clean, comfortable, the lady even provided us towel and toothbrush pack without any extra charges. Located very close to the area full of cultural/religious sites.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
US$144.81
1 night, 2 adults

ALOHADAYS Nishijin Guesthouse

Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto

Set in the centre of Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, ALOHADAYS Nishijin Guesthouse offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

g
gisela
From
Spain
Very large and confortable room. With very kind owners! Its amazing value for money and near bus stops. Would stay here again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
Price from
US$50.35
1 night, 2 adults

Gion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse HANAKANZASHI

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Set in Kyoto and within less than 1 km of Gion Shijo Station, Gion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse HANAKANZASHI has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

B
Baskaran
From
United Arab Emirates
i didnt have breakfast. because i shop by myself
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 838 reviews
Price from
US$151.06
1 night, 2 adults

HoNoDo COBO

Minami Ward, Kyoto

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.

A
Adam
From
Ireland
Loved the feel of the place, owner was super nice and welcoming. Definitely do the dyeing workshop if you're there. It's great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 220 reviews
Price from
US$144.81
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Niniroom

Sakyo Ward, Kyoto

Hostel Niniroom is located in Okazaki, about a 30-minute bus ride from Kyoto Station.

n
neepsocks
From
Canada
I've been really impressed by the hostels in Japan, and Hostel Niniroom was no exception. The building felt very modern, and my private room had a really nice vibe and decor. Staff were incredibly friendly, and the common room downstairs is quite nice. Everything felt very clean, and everything at the hostel felt well thought out and organized.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 810 reviews
Price from
US$63.19
1 night, 2 adults

RAK KIYOMIZU - for one person - 1人旅専用HOSTEL

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Comfortable Accommodation

RAK KIYOMIZU in Kyoto offers adults-only hostel accommodation with free WiFi.

N
Nezka
From
Slovenia
Once you are checked in you can do as you please, if you want to be in all day or out it is up to you. It has a great location close to all the main attractions so you can be there early to beat the crowds, even before the transportation starts working as you can go by foot. It was very clean and the staff were really nice. Plus the bonus is that you get the WHOLE ROOM to yourself for cheaper than a capsule hotel. When I return to Japan I will most definitely book this stay again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 779 reviews
Price from
US$65.82
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.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,725 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7,053 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Situated within 1 km of TKP Garden City Kyoto and 2.3 km of Sanjusangen-do Temple, LiVEMAX Hostels Kyoto Ekimae features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kyoto.

From US$136.91 per night

Seiki Kyoto Station

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 548 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.

From US$184.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews

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

From US$105.32 per night

Colours

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 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.

Iwatoyama Hostel

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 758 reviews

Set in the centre of Kyoto, 200 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Iwatoyama Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

From US$100.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 471 reviews

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

Guesthouse Go Sign

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews

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

From US$165.87 per night

SHIN kyoto

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 75 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.

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 326 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
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 75 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-...

From US$161.26 per night

HARUYA Umekoji

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,405 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 427 reviews

Open from 2017, KIZUNA HOTEL Gojo Kiyomizu-dera Kamogawa is situated in Kyoto, a 4-minute walk from Gojo Station and Karasuma Gojo Bus Stop. Guests can reach Kyoto Station within a 15-minute walk.

From US$173.11 per night

Kagan Hotel & Hostel

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 110 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.

From US$191.28 per night

KYOTO Guest House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
Passable - What previous guests thought, 194 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...

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7,053 reviews

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

From US$165.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 151 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, 2,325 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 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 63 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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 372 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, 296 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 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 234 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, 175 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 7.5
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 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

WGJ Hostel Kyoto features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Nishi-kujō-Toriiguchichō.

FAQ about hostels in Kyoto

Hostels that guests love in Kyoto

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Avg. price/night: US$165.08
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7,053 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
Avg. price/night: US$251.77
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 838 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: US$114.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,725 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 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 677 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: US$114.40
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,725 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: US$144.81
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,212 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