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Piece Hostel Sanjo

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

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

C
Chin Man
From
Estonia
We really enjoyed the common areas and the kitchen. The room was comfy. The staff was really friendly and helpful. This was such a find!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6,992 reviews
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US$49.75
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

p
pelin
From
Turkey
Clean, perfect staff, good quality equipment (even dyson hair dryer :)) , comfort bed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,663 reviews
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US$51.33
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

D
Dillon
From
United Kingdom
Everything! Comfortable beds, great social area (bar/ coffee shop), the hostel common room was a clean and calming space. Friendly staff who spoke fluent English and were really helpful. Clean showers and toilet area. Great location for exploring Kyoto!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,205 reviews
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US$66.48
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

K
Kuan
From
Singapore
I like that the space for kitchen and seat to rest or eat is very big.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,295 reviews
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US$61.27
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

c
cristina
From
Japan
Very sweet woman working here and speaking with all the costumers, very friendly ambience, it's an easy place to make friends in the shared tatami space. I really enjoyed my stay, it's close to the station, multiple bus stops and in the city center. The place is very tidy, confortable and nice warm shower with towels and shampoo provided. Everyone is respectful and I could also take an afternoon nap in confortable warm bed. There's a nice clean kitchen you can use and fridge yo put your food. Thank you!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 127 reviews
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US$146.25
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

I
Ipek
From
France
the hostel is very clean, the bed was amazingly comfortable. I’ve been traveling for 2 months and it’s the best that I’ve had. the location, the hostel is located in one the sightseeings place, Gion street ( street where you can see if you are lucky some geishas ☺️)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 841 reviews
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US$152.57
1 night, 2 adults
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Hostel Niniroom

Kyoto (Near Otsu)

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

I
Ida Marie
From
Denmark
The cafe / common space was calm and cozy. The actual atmosphere is much more promising than the photos transcend. The staff was so sweet and helpful. In the dormitory you have your own little space at it was more a build in bunk bed solution than what I'm use to in Europe.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 808 reviews
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US$63.82
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

P
Pauli
From
Belgium
It’s simple and clean. I felt like it was my home
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 784 reviews
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US$66.48
1 night, 2 adults
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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$285.26
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

M
Marta
From
Austria
Amazing place! In the quite location but close to all major temples and attractions of Kyoto, close to bus that gets you directly to Kyoto station. We had a beautiful room with private bath and you don’t get to see it on the pictures but it’s almost like private onsen, really cute and nice after entire day of walking. We would definitely stay there again if ever in Kyoto.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 296 reviews
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US$188.80
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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  • Guest House Hennka Kyoto

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 38 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
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 192 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 438 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
    No credit card needed
    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.

    From US$252.62 per night

  • Peace House Sakura

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 228 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 Niniroom

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 808 reviews

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

  • JAM Hostel Kyoto Gion

    Kyoto
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 292 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
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    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.

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

  • Rinn Hostel Miyagawacho

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 60 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.

  • Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews

    Set in Kyoto and with Heian Shrine reachable within 1.9 km, Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

  • UNKNOWN KYOTO

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 425 reviews

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

  • Piece Hostel Sanjo

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 6,992 reviews

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

    From US$106.47 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 147 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, 2,295 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$174.84 per night

  • Piece Hostel Kyoto

    Kyoto
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,663 reviews

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

    From US$97.26 per night

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