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Piece Hostel Sanjo

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

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

S
Stefania
From
Greece
The room (one for two people with private bathroom) was very clean and although tiny for European standards, it was quite comfortable. The location is amazing! In a nice neighbourhood with many things to do around, in walking distance to main attractions and quite well connected. The staff was friendly and helpful. There is the option to store your luggage for free. I would totally recommend it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 7,024 reviews
Price from
US$49.28
1 night, 2 adults

Piece Hostel Kyoto

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

Opened in April 2013 with brand new facilities, Piece Hostel Kyoto is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station.

L
Leah
From
Australia
So convenient and the facilities are new, clean and organised. Bed (I had the single bed loft room) was comfy, bathtub and bath salts very welcomed after long days walking (shared area), and kitchen was equipped, outdoor area cute. Suck a vibe
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,678 reviews
Price from
US$50.84
1 night, 2 adults

Len Kyoto Kawaramachi

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

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
Agathe
From
France
Really easy to reach the main station on foot, the place is very central. The staff is super kind and helpful. I had a little issue with my phone and they helped me kindly. There is a restaurant/bar on the 1st floor where you can take a coffee in the morning and have a drink in the evening.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,202 reviews
Price from
US$65.84
1 night, 2 adults

K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

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
Fábio
From
Portugal
I had a night bus that arrived at almost 7am and they let me stay in the lounge area from 9 until check in which was a huge plus since I was super tired , so right from the start it was perfect Everything was kept neat and tidy despite the great ammount of guests
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,311 reviews
Price from
US$60.68
1 night, 2 adults

ホステル祇園SORA

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

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.

E
Ekaterina
From
Germany
I had a fantastic two-week stay at the language school in Sora, staying in a private room. The place was exceptionally clean throughout my entire stay, the kitchen was very convenient, and the location was fantastic. The host was incredibly kind, helpful, and welcoming. I genuinely have no complaints—only a strong recommendation for this hostel. I read about people complaining about the karaoke, but I only experienced it twice during my two-week stay, and with earplugs, it wasn't an issue at all.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
Price from
US$144.85
1 night, 2 adults

Gion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse HANAKANZASHI

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

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.

j
jai
From
Canada
staff were very friendly and accommodating! theres a language barrier but it didnt stop them from trying to communicate and be friendly with the guests! would love to come back again in the future! place was very close to everything especially the main areas of kyoto! i literally walked from there to the market and some of the main attractions around kyoto area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews
Price from
US$151.10
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Niniroom

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

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

J
Josien
From
Netherlands
Loved this place. Good vibe, friendly staff, and a kitchen where you can cook. It’s in a quite peaceful area. It’s about half an hour walk to the main places, which can be a bit far if you just want to go quickly go out. But it’s close to a train station. All in all I loved this place and will come back to stay a bit longer in Kyoto if I can.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 809 reviews
Price from
US$63.21
1 night, 2 adults

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

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

Situated within 1.2 km of Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 1.1 km of Gion Shijo Station, RAK KIYOMIZU - for one person - 1人旅専用HOSTEL features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kyoto.

K
Kevin
From
Canada
The place was very clean and the girl, Hana, recommended some very tasty restaurants!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 785 reviews
Price from
US$65.84
1 night, 2 adults

灯々屋

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

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.

J
Juste
From
Lithuania
Private space, self check in.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
US$282.52
1 night, 2 adults

Shiki Shiki Higashiyama

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

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

S
Swezya
From
United States
Close to Gion. Great value for money. Awesome bike rental place minutes away.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 296 reviews
Price from
US$186.98
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 7.7
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 295 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

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

Guest House Ga-Jyun

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews

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.

Guest House Hennka Kyoto

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

Boasting a terrace and views of city, Guest House Hennka Kyoto is situated in Kyoto, 1.4 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple.

HARUYA Higashiyama

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 193 reviews

Attractively set in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, HARUYA Higashiyama is situated 400 metres from Samurai Kembu Kyoto, 600 metres from Shoren-in Temple and 1.1 km from Gion Shijo Station.

Hisaya Shirakawa 久宿 白川

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 443 reviews

Well situated in the Higashiyama Ward district of Kyoto, Hisaya Shirakawa 久宿 白川 is located 600 metres from Shoren-in Temple, less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station and a 15-minute walk from Heian...

ホステル祇園SORA

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews

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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 783 reviews

Situated within 1.2 km of Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 1.1 km of Gion Shijo Station, RAK KIYOMIZU - for one person - 1人旅専用HOSTEL features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kyoto.

JAM Hostel Kyoto Gion

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 294 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.

Gojo Guest House

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 368 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.

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Rinn Hostel Miyagawacho

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews

<h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross in Kyoto offers family rooms with air-conditioning, balconies, and tatami floors.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 74 reviews

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

UNKNOWN KYOTO

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 427 reviews

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

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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,311 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 425 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$173.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 270 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.