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Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

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

D
Dusan
From
Austria
This is absolutely the best hostel ever. We got the double room which was great for a couple whose goal was to sleep, take a shower and explore Kyoto. The location couldn’t be better as its 300m from the main streets and locations. Interior is amazing, it’s clean and offers all the necessary stuff for a quick stay. The rooftop bar is nice and cozy as well! The staff is 10/10 and maybe the biggest highlight. From supporting and suggesting the best places to eat and visit to being super friendly and themselves. Also amazing value for the money. Thanks for everything!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 7,072 reviews
Price from
$48.58
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.

Y
Yosef
From
Iran
It’s the most standard hostel in Japan that I’ve been too. Like a normal hostel in Europe without any strange rules! Everything is high quality neat and clean. There is kitchen, laundry (cheaper than anywhere) hang out area, back garden
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,747 reviews
Price from
$46.91
1 night, 2 adults

Len Kyoto Kawaramachi

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

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

M
Maya
From
Canada
It was very convient, close to many stations and was in a very cute and safe neighborhood
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,209 reviews
Price from
$64.91
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.

G
Gašper
From
Slovenia
The cleanest hostel you will ever stay in, big kitchen and kind staff 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,338 reviews
Price from
$59.82
1 night, 2 adults

ホステル祇園SORA

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Conveniently located in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, ホステル祇園SORA is located a 6-minute walk from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 700 yards from Gion Shijo Station and a 9-minute walk from Shoren-in...

X
Xuan Thang
From
Japan
Everything is clean and well-organized. The hostess lady was kind and opened. She tried to communicate with guests using translator with her best effort.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews
Price from
$142.81
1 night, 2 adults

ALOHADAYS Nishijin Guesthouse

Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto

Located in the center of Kyoto, a 11-minute walk from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, ALOHADAYS Nishijin Guesthouse has air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

I
Itai
From
Israel
The staff is amazing. Yuki and Nanami were so nice, took an interest in us and in our language. The room is nice and the bed is very comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
Price from
$49.66
1 night, 2 adults

Gion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse HANAKANZASHI

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Located in Kyoto and within a 9-minute walk of Gion Shijo Station, Gion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse HANAKANZASHI has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

M
Magali
From
France
Really well located... near everything Big kitchen and comon area The neighbourhood is quite and nice with some restaurants I really like my stay there
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 836 reviews
Price from
$148.97
1 night, 2 adults

HoNoDo COBO

Minami Ward, Kyoto

Attractively located in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto, HoNoDo COBO is located 1.5 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 2.3 miles from Katsura Imperial Villa and 2.4 miles from Sanjusangen-do Temple.

R
RANA
From
Turkey
everything is great we really loved the vibe
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews
Price from
$142.81
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Niniroom

Sakyo Ward, Kyoto

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

S
Skyler
From
United States
The person who checked us in was incredibly nice and friendly! Bed was also super comfortable. All in all, an amazing stay here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
Price from
$62.32
1 night, 2 adults

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

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Located within a 14-minute walk of Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 0.7 miles of Gion Shijo Station, RAK KIYOMIZU - for one person - 1人旅専用HOSTEL has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kyoto....

K
Kenneth
From
United States
The location is convenient, being walking distance from the bus stop. The staff is friendly. The bed and room are clean and comfortable.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 779 reviews
Price from
$64.91
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Great access to the city center. Check these hostels in Kyoto and nearby

Guest House WA

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

Well located in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, Guest House WA is located a 11-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 1.1 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 1.3 miles from...

From $159.03 per night

HARUYA Umekoji

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,411 reviews

Located an 8-minute bus ride from JR Kyoto Station, HARUYA Umekouji is a 100 year old Japanese traditional townhouse with free WiFi access.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews

Attractively set in the center of Kyoto, Kagan Hotel & Hostel is within 1.3 miles of Kyoto Station and 1.4 miles of TKP Garden City Kyoto.

From $153.71 per night

灯々屋

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Attractively located in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, 灯々屋 is located a 10-minute walk from TKP Garden City Kyoto, one mile from Gion Shijo Station and a 14-minute walk from Kyoto Station.

From $371.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

Located within a 12-minute walk of TKP Garden City Kyoto and 1.4 miles of Sanjusangen-do Temple, LiVEMAX Hostels Kyoto Ekimae has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kyoto.

From $135.02 per night

Peace House Sakura

Kyoto
Central location
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 nonsmoking Peace House is 0.6 mi from Kiyomizu-dera Temple.

HoNoDo COBO

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews

Attractively located in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto, HoNoDo COBO is located 1.5 miles from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 2.3 miles from Katsura Imperial Villa and 2.4 miles from Sanjusangen-do Temple.

From $292.10 per night

Seiki Kyoto Station

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 549 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 $181.75 per night

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Colours

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews

Located conveniently in the center of Kyoto, Colours has 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
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 763 reviews

Located in the center of Kyoto, a 2-minute walk from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Iwatoyama Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and free WiFi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 477 reviews

Well situated in the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, Mini Inn Kyoto - Kyoto Historic district-英语预約限定 is located a 11-minute walk from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 0.7 miles from TKP Garden...

SHIN kyoto

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.9
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 77 reviews

Located conveniently in the center of Kyoto, SHIN kyoto has air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 331 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 cozy hostel accommodations in a refurbished...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 426 reviews

Open from 2017, KIZUNA HOTEL Gojo Kiyomizu-dera Kamogawa is located 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 $170.72 per night

UNKNOWN KYOTO

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 429 reviews

Conveniently set in Kyoto, UNKNOWN KYOTO provides air-conditioned rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar.

KYOTO Guest House

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.3
Fair - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews

Conveniently located in the Ukyo Ward district of Kyoto, KYOTO Guest House is located 1.7 miles from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 2.2 miles from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 2.3 miles...

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Oyama Guesthouse Kyoto

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews

Located within 1.1 miles of Katsura Imperial Villa and 2.8 miles of Arashiama Bamboo Grove, Oyama Guesthouse Kyoto provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kyoto.

From $77.89 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,338 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
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 63 reviews

Located within a 4-minute walk of Gion Shijo Station and 0.8 miles of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Rinn Hostel Miyagawacho has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.

Gojo Guest House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews

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

JAM Hostel Kyoto Gion

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews

A 5-minute walk from the heart of Kyoto’s beautiful Gion district, the entirely nonsmoking Jam Hostel Kyoto provides free Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Hostel Mundo

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 176 reviews

Well situated in the center of Kyoto, Hostel Mundo provides 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, 411 reviews

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

FAQ about hostels in Kyoto

Hostels that guests love in Kyoto

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Avg. price/night: $162.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 7,072 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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $248.29
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 836 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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $112.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,747 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 traveler
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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $112.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3,747 reviews
Best Hostel I ever stayed in. Great rooms, big shower area, nice and friendly staff, great location.
Guest review by
Robin
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $142.81
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,209 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 traveler