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Popular hostels in Kyoto

Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 6,050 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 6 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is £39/night.
These hostels are among the most popular properties in the Kyoto area. Users can utilize the filters available to narrow down their search.
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Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
Piece Hostel Sanjo is set in Kyoto and is a short walk from Kawaramachi Railway Station. It is situated a brief stroll from Honno-ji.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
6475 reviews
Location
0.1 mi from city centre
709-3, Uematsu-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Situated within a 10-minute walk of Kawaramachi Railway Station, Len Kyoto Kawaramachi is an ideal base while visiting Kyoto. It is conveniently located for guests wishing to visit local attractions.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
1510 reviews
Location
0.6 mi from city centre
74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
Mulan Hostel is situated amongst Kyoto's popular restaurants and eateries, just a brief stroll from Arashiyama Railway Station. It also offers an express check-in and check-out feature, free Wi-Fi and a library.
Free Wi-Fi
9.0
Excellent
742 reviews
Location
4.8 mi from city centre
152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Situated in Kyoto, the hostel is an easy drive from Yasaka Shrine and Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto. It also features free Wi-Fi, luggage storage and laundry facilities.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
376 reviews
Location
1.5 mi from city centre
173, Shingokencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Located within a 10-minute walk of Kawaramachi Railway Station, Cafetel Kyoto Sanjo For Ladies is an ideal base while in Kyoto. It also provides free Wi-Fi, a coffee bar and laundry facilities.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
9.1
Excellent
495 reviews
Location
0.4 mi from city centre
30-3 Higashimarutacho, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel Niniroom is located in Kyoto and is close to Kennin-ji. It also provides a coffee bar, free Wi-Fi and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.8
Excellent
830 reviews
Location
0.9 mi from city centre
4-27 Sagatenryuji Kurumamichicho, Kyoto, Japan
Located under a 20-minute walk from Arashiyama Railway Station, Guest House Atagoya provides guests with an ideal base while visiting Kyoto. It also provides a concierge, a ticket service and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
9.0
Excellent
183 reviews
Location
4.9 mi from city centre
Nakagyo-ku Nishinokyo Nagamotocho 19-11, Kyoto, Japan
Located in Kyoto, Guest House Oumi is set amongst a range of popular shops and is moments on foot from Nijo Train Station. It also provides complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests during their stay.
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
1395 reviews
Location
1.6 mi from city centre
Funayacho 660, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
This Kyoto hostel is situated within a 10-minute stroll of Shijo Station. It offers good-value accommodation with complimentary Wi-Fi access.
Free Wi-Fi
9.4
Excellent
188 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
Shimogyo-ku Sujakukitanokuchicho 27, Kyoto, Japan
Situated amongst well-known tourist attractions, boutiques and dining options, Hostel Ayame is ideal for those wishing to discover Kyoto and its surroundings. It also provides luggage storage, free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.9
Excellent
517 reviews
Location
1.9 mi from city centre

Travel insights for hostels in Kyoto

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hostel in Kyoto.

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto is February (£10). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is November (£53).

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kyoto?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 90 days before your trip to Kyoto. The lowest price found when booking 90 days ahead was £18 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Kyoto, Japan

Discover affordable stays in Kyoto that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Kyoto can be found for as low as £15 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. Haruya Higashiyama is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on 6 June 2025
These Kyoto properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices can differ depending on the dates selected, so use the search form to browse more options if you have flexibility.
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542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£15
Avg. per night
Ukyo-ku, Uzumasa, Nakayama-Cho 29, Kyoto, Japan
4.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
£17
Avg. per night
1-12 Wakicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£17
Avg. per night
370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£17
Avg. per night
2F, Saga Hirosawa 28-3, Minamino-cho, Kyoto, Japan
4.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£18
Avg. per night
596 Tenbin-Cho Shimodatiuri Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£18
Avg. per night
229, Akezu-Dori St., Kogawa-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£18
Avg. per night
418 Naya Cho, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£20
Avg. per night
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£21
Avg. per night
Kita-ku Murasakino Daitokuji 8, Kyoto, Japan
2.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£21
Avg. per night
110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£21
Avg. per night
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£21
Avg. per night
22 Saiin Sanzo-Cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
1.9 mi from city centre
£21
Avg. per night
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
0.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£22
Avg. per night
732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£22
Avg. per night
3F, 4-4 Uji Myoraku, Uji, Japan
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£22
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Kyoto

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in Kyoto. There are 6,050 properties in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 6 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is £39/night.
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5-4 Arashiyama Nishiishikawacho Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
4.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£145
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.1 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£104
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
2.5 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£53
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.1 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£55
Avg. per night
415-1, Karigane-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£125
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
0.8 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£150
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.9 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£177
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
0.9 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£363
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Kyoto

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Kyoto to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 6 June 2025.
Scroll through the map to find hostels close to the Kyoto neighbourhood(s) you plan on visiting. More information on a given hostel can be accessed by clicking the hostel's name within the map.

Facts about staying in Kyoto

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Kyoto to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 6 June 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    The average price for a hostel in Kyoto is £39/night. A good hostel deal in Kyoto would be for £36/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £13/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in November, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in February is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Kyoto, Colours is currently the best, based on 188 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 9.4/10.

  • What area of Kyoto is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Kyoto, 5% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Shimogyo in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Haruya Umekoji is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Kyoto closest to Gion?

    The most popular hostel in Kyoto that’s close to Gion is Ryokan Hostel Gion. Just 0.2 mi separate Ryokan Hostel Gion from Gion, the city’s most popular attraction. 1,775 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Ryokan Hostel Gion a score of 8.8/10.

  • Should I stay in a Kyoto hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Kyoto on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Kyoto offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

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