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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.

v
vesna
From
Croatia
Staf is super nice , helpful, I have no words to say how much helpful. Everiteng are pleasent , clin and lokation is wanderful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,944 reviews
Price from
US$38
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.

H
Hendrik
From
Netherlands
Colours gave me a homely vibe, the owner, Toru, is really nice and will help you with any of your needs. There are two shared bathrooms, one western shower and one Japanese style bath. And if you really want a taste of Japan, try the sento (Japanese public bath house) in front of the hotel. When you have room B, don't forget to say hello to the gold fishes and the tanuki statues.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Price from
US$88.90
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.

I
Ignacio
From
Chile
Everything was perfect and comfortable! Would comeback to stay again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,857 reviews
Price from
US$70.30
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.

F
Felipe
From
Brazil
Super close to the metro station. All was clean and organized Bed was super good and the staff is super helpful and welcoming
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,167 reviews
Price from
US$44.45
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.

M
Marc
From
Spain
A very nice place to stay some days and enjoy the environment
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,147 reviews
Price from
US$66.04
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.

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, 1,202 reviews
Price from
US$63.50
1 night, 2 adults

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

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

J
Jeremy
From
Netherlands
The best hostel I have been to in my life. Super cheap, super great environment and the single room was amazing. Kitchen + common room were great and the staff was super helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7,238 reviews
Price from
US$38.73
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.

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 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,433 reviews
Price from
US$58.52
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.

S
Sithara Kalpani
From
Sri Lanka
The host is friendly and very supportive. I had dropped my credit card under the bed and so after two days this lady contacted me to return my card back. (It had taken two days because there was another tenant) She sent it to my accommodation at Tokyo all the way from Kyoto and I received my credit card safely on hand before leaving Japan. I am really touched with this act, because I have never experienced a something like this. Also this locates in the middle of many beautiful tourist attractions
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$139.70
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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
Price from
US$48.58
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

v
vesna
From
Croatia
Staf is super nice , helpful, I have no words to say how much helpful. Everiteng are pleasent , clin and lokation is wanderful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,944 reviews
Price from
US$38
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.

H
Hendrik
From
Netherlands
Colours gave me a homely vibe, the owner, Toru, is really nice and will help you with any of your needs. There are two shared bathrooms, one western shower and one Japanese style bath. And if you really want a taste of Japan, try the sento (Japanese public bath house) in front of the hotel. When you have room B, don't forget to say hello to the gold fishes and the tanuki statues.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 152 reviews
Price from
US$88.90
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.

I
Ignacio
From
Chile
Everything was perfect and comfortable! Would comeback to stay again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,857 reviews
Price from
US$70.30
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.

F
Felipe
From
Brazil
Super close to the metro station. All was clean and organized Bed was super good and the staff is super helpful and welcoming
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,167 reviews
Price from
US$44.45
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.

M
Marc
From
Spain
A very nice place to stay some days and enjoy the environment
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,147 reviews
Price from
US$66.04
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.

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, 1,202 reviews
Price from
US$63.50
1 night, 2 adults

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

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

J
Jeremy
From
Netherlands
The best hostel I have been to in my life. Super cheap, super great environment and the single room was amazing. Kitchen + common room were great and the staff was super helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7,238 reviews
Price from
US$38.73
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.

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 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,433 reviews
Price from
US$58.52
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.

S
Sithara Kalpani
From
Sri Lanka
The host is friendly and very supportive. I had dropped my credit card under the bed and so after two days this lady contacted me to return my card back. (It had taken two days because there was another tenant) She sent it to my accommodation at Tokyo all the way from Kyoto and I received my credit card safely on hand before leaving Japan. I am really touched with this act, because I have never experienced a something like this. Also this locates in the middle of many beautiful tourist attractions
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews
Price from
US$139.70
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 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 185 reviews
Price from
US$48.58
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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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 826 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,857 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 2,167 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,433 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,944 reviews

Popular with guests booking hostels in Kyoto

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7,238 reviews

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

Iwatoyama Hostel

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 793 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$60.96 per night

Guest House WA

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 88 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 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 390 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$80.64 per night

UNKNOWN KYOTO

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews

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

From US$76.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 826 reviews

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.

From US$56.68 per night

LiVEMAX Hostels Kyoto Ekimae

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 94 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$41.28 per night

Peace House Sakura

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 260 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.

From US$66.68 per night

Seiki Kyoto Station

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 555 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$53.98 per night

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Colours

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 152 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.

SHIN kyoto

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 87 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.

Kagan Hotel & Hostel

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 104 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.

灯々屋

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 14 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.

From US$166.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 155 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.

Rinn Hostel Miyagawacho

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 68 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.

JAM Hostel Kyoto Gion

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 324 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.

Hostel Mundo

Kyoto
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 188 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.

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 406 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...

From US$25.15 per night

HARUYA Umekoji

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,436 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.

From US$31.75 per night

KYOTO Guest House

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
Passable - What previous guests thought, 203 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...

From US$44.45 per night

HoNoDo COBO

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 232 reviews

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.

From US$146.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 407 reviews

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

From US$100.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 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 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 467 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...

From US$121.45 per night

HARUYA Higashiyama

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 196 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.

From US$31.75 per night

FAQ about hostels in Kyoto

Hostels that guests love in Kyoto

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Avg. price/night: US$43.03
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7,238 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$56.68
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 826 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$44.01
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,944 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, 671 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$44.01
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,944 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$50.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,202 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