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Opened in April 2013 with brand new facilities, Piece Hostel Kyoto is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station. It features a spacious and comfortable lounge, a tatami (woven-straw) terrace and a wall-size map with latest event information around Kyoto. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property, while portable WiFi devices are available for guests to use during their stay for an additional fee.

Private rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a washbasin. A semi-double size bunk (120cm wide) in the dormitory rooms comes with a luggage space and a security locker. Perfect location, train station 5 minutes walking, beautiful and clean place… love it.

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9
Superb
3,890 reviews
Price from
US$24
per night

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. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. host and stuff are all warm-hearted and friendly, patient for everything. Hope them good luck.

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9.4
Superb
151 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

Guests can choose to stay in dormitory-style rooms or in private rooms. Bathrooms and toilets are shared.

A safety deposit box is provided for storing valuable belongings. Microwave, fridge, freezer, and electric kettle are available. Laundry is also available with limited time and luggage storage is offered at the front desk. This guesthouse definitely exceeded our expectations. Our room was very clean and cosy (AC also has heating for the chillier evenings), our beds were SO comfortable and the pillows/bedding felt brand new. Definitely try the massage chair after a long day of walking. The family that own the guesthouse also live there and they are so welcoming and helpful, service always with a smile. You remember people for the way they make you feel and we felt so at home during our 5 nights stay. Their dog Jiro is a character if a little timid :) Little touches include free umbrellas to borrow, hair dryer, torches and tea/coffee. You can cook in their fully kitted kitchen and also use the fridge. Laundry is also so cheap and the bathroom and showers are always so clean. Close to the nearest subway station and an easy walk to Gion. You should stay here just for the breakfast, the best we've ever had. We are vegan and there were plenty we could eat (6 diff fruits, wonderful miso soup, salad, natta, bamboo rice, juices) and plenty of other foods for omnivores! We wished we could have stayed longer.

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9.2
Superb
854 reviews
Price from
US$29
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Kyoto, Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a concierge service. The property is non-smoking and is set 1 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. The best hostel i've ever stayed in! So clean and the owner super nice.

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9.1
Superb
407 reviews
Price from
US$22
per night

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. It is housed in a 100-year-old traditional building. Wonderfull place! Very cool environment, clean spaces, comfortable room and bed - where I had the best nigh sleeps of the trip so far - and very nice staff. Definitely recommend to anyone staying in Kyoto.

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9
Superb
367 reviews
Price from
US$23
per night

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. The property is located 2.2 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 2.7 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 2.8 km from Heian Shrine. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple. great room in a great location!!!!

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9
Superb
66 reviews
Price from
US$77
per night

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. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.2 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. Everything! It was a wonderful stay. The bed was really comfortable, the hostel was clean and the location convenient (there are many places to eat such as Sushiro, MOS Burger or Ramen nearby!). Inside of my room there was a mirror and a place to wash my face or brush my teeth, that was also tremendously helpful at night and in the morning. I didn't use the kitchen, but it is well equipped and everything was ready for me in case I needed it. The access is very simple, it easy to go in and out, no matter the time. Also, each room's door has a sturdy lock, so it feels very safe (not that it was necessary, but I mention this in case it's anyone's concern). The host is incredibly kind, attentive, friendly and helpful. I had a special request for my stay and he made sure that I had everything I needed on time. Also, he speaks fluent English, so there weren't any communication problems at all. He was there on time at checkout to see me out and to help me with my luggage. There is a bus station and a train station nearby, so it is easy to move around. Thank you, Shin, for a wonderful stay!! I hope to stay here again soon.

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9.8
Exceptional
84 reviews
Price from
US$77
per night

Boasting a terrace and views of city, Guest House Hennka Kyoto is situated in Kyoto, 1.4 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple. Featuring a garden, the 2-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. The host was so friendly and welcoming, and the property was lovely. They also offered free transportation too and from Kyoto Station and a free breakfast, which were both nice surprises.

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9.6
Exceptional
53 reviews
Price from
US$80
per night

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. The property is set 1.9 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum, 2.1 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 2.2 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

The units at the hostel are fitted with a seating area. All rooms at Ryokan Hostel Gion have air conditioning and a safety deposit box. Location is great, really quiet place. With a friendly staff and great facilities.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,849 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

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. Located in the Shimogyo Ward district, the hostel is within 2.9 km of Imperial Palace. Friendly personel and very nice and pretty hostel

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8.3
Very good
2,189 reviews
Price from
US$38
per night

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