Hostels in Tokyo, Japan

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Popular hostels in Tokyo

Discover well-known properties in Tokyo that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 9,753 hotels in Tokyo and price data was last updated on 28 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Tokyo is £25/night.
The following hostels are among the most sought after in the Tokyo area. If you're not finding the hostel you're looking for and have flexibility with dates, try adjusting the search form at the top of the page for more options.
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1-5-10 Shintomi, Chuo, Tokyo, Japan
Situated a short walk from Ginza Metro Station, Imano Tokyo Ginza Hostel provides guests with an ideal base when in Tokyo. It provides free Wi-Fi, and is an easy stroll from Ginza.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.2
Excellent
1524 reviews
Location
0.7 mi from city centre
2-4-17, Takinogawa, Kita-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo Guest House Ouji Music Lounge is located in Tokyo and provides guests with free Wi-Fi. It is conveniently positioned for those wishing to sightsee in the area.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
7.8
Good
1539 reviews
Location
5.2 mi from city centre
4f, 1-13-6, Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel is a comfortable base when visiting Tokyo and is close to everything the area has to offer. It is located a short walk from Ueno and the Kanda Shrine.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.8
Excellent
961 reviews
Location
1.7 mi from city centre
8-26-1 Takasago Katsushika-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Situated less than a 10-minute stroll from Shibamata Station, YAWP backpackers - Hostel provides guests with a convenient base while visiting Tokyo. Guests can also enjoy free internet throughout the property.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Location
7.5 mi from city centre
3-9-1 Sakumacho, Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Situated in the popular hub of Central Tokyo, &AND HOSTEL AKIHABARA is within walking distance of several tourist attractions in the local area. It is located a short stroll from Akihabara.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
7.6
Good
1016 reviews
Location
1.2 mi from city centre
2-24-8, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
Set in Taito, this hostel is within easy walking distance of Asakusa and Kappabashi-dori. It also provides free wireless internet.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
695 reviews
Location
2.8 mi from city centre
Nihonbashihoncyo 4-13-8, Tokyo, Japan
Located in Central Tokyo, hostel DEN is a short walk to several local attractions, including Kanda. It also provides meeting rooms, a concierge and free Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
8.2
Excellent
815 reviews
Location
0.8 mi from city centre
Taito Ueno 2-8-4 Kawashima Building 3F, Tokyo, Japan
Located in Taito, this hostel is within a short walk of Ueno. It offers free Wi-Fi, and is a brief stroll from Tokyo Bunka Kaikan and Ueno Park.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
6.4
Good
336 reviews
Location
1.9 mi from city centre
27-5 1-Chome Kabukicho, Tokyo, Japan
Located in Central Tokyo, this hostel is just a short walk from Shinjuku Golden Gai. It is close to Kabukicho, restaurants and shops.
Free Wi-Fi
7.3
Good
2704 reviews
Location
3.9 mi from city centre

Tips for booking hostels in Tokyo

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Tokyo. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Cheapest month:April
Most expensive month:August
Average price in Tokyo:£25/night
Cheapest price found:£6/night
Cheapest day:Tuesday
Most expensive day:Sunday
£14 - £40
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
£20 - £80
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Tokyo hostels

Browse through properties in Tokyo that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 9,753 properties in Tokyo and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Some of the very best Tokyo hostels as rated by our users. Take a look at user reviews to learn why these properties were rated the best.
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5-12-2, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan
3.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£33
Avg. per night
23-1 Tenjin-Cho, Tokyo, Japan
2.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£33
Avg. per night
3-14 Yokoyamacho Nihonbashi, Tokyo, Japan
1.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£25
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1-17-9 Higashi-azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan
2.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£17
Avg. per night
5-3-15 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
3.4 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£53
Avg. per night
1-7 Motoyoyogicho, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan
4.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£51
Avg. per night
2-14-13 Kuramae, Tokyo, Japan
2.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£30
Avg. per night
4-9-10 Aobadai Meguro-ku, Tokyo, Japan
4.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£22
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Tokyo, Japan

Discover affordable stays in Tokyo that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Tokyo can be found for as low as £10 per night. There is currently one property in Tokyo that can be booked for this price. J's Backpackers is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Tokyo. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024
These Tokyo properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
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1-23-7, Takasago, Tokyo, Japan
6.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£10
Avg. per night
Piaresu Building, 1-19-1 Komagome, 5f, Tokyo, Japan
3.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£10
Avg. per night
2-3-24, Sanno, Nishinari-ku, Osaka, Japan
1.9 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£10
Avg. per night
3-10-10 Shitaya, Tokyo, Japan
3.1 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£11
Avg. per night
2-14-8 Minamisenjhu, Tokyo, Japan
3.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£13
Avg. per night
1-3-5 Kitaueno, Tokyo, Japan
2.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£14
Avg. per night
Ok Building 2f, 4-1-12 Chuo, Tokyo, Japan
5.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£14
Avg. per night
2-17-11 Nishi-Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo, Japan
2.5 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
£16
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Tokyo

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Tokyo to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Tokyo at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in Tokyo. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hostel class.
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2 stars and under
1-5-10 Shintomi, Chuo, Tokyo, Japan
5-12-2, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan
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3 stars

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Other accommodations in Tokyo

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or holiday rental for your stay in Tokyo. There are 9,753 properties in Tokyo and price data was last updated on 28 March 2024. The average price for a hotel in Tokyo is £25/night.
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1-3-6 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan
0.2 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
£129
Avg. per night
1-1-1 Uchisaiwaicho Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
0.9 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
£211
Avg. per night
6-6-2, Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan
4.4 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
£254
Avg. per night
Tokyo, Japan
2.3 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
£41
Avg. per night
Tokyo, Japan
8.6 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£59
Avg. per night
Tokyo, Japan
6.8 mi from city centre
Air conditioning
£29
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Tokyo

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Tokyo to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Whether you're visiting Tokyo for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. Clicking a property's name will unlock more information and allow you to book that particular hostel.

Facts about staying in Tokyo

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Tokyo to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Tokyo?

    The average price for a hostel in Tokyo is £26/night. A good hostel deal in Tokyo would be for £22/night or less. The lowest hostel price found recently on HotelsCombined was £7/night. If your travel schedule is flexible, then try not to book in April, because it is the most expensive month of the year. Booking in April is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Tokyo.

  • What’s the best hostel in Tokyo?

    While there may be other highly-rated hostels in Tokyo, Unplan Kagurazaka is currently the best, based on 1,036 HotelsCombined reviews and an average rating of 8.2/10.

  • What hostel is closest to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Edo Tokyo Hostel is 29.5 mi away from Tokyo Narita Airport, making it the closest Tokyo hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Tokyo closest to Tokyo Dome?

    The most popular hostel in Tokyo that’s close to Tokyo Dome is Unplan Kagurazaka. Just 1.2 mi separate Unplan Kagurazaka from Tokyo Dome, the city’s most popular attraction. 1,036 HotelsCombined reviewers gave the Unplan Kagurazaka a score of 8.2/10.

  • Should I stay in a Tokyo hostel?

    Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Tokyo on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Tokyo 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.

  • Does Tokyo have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

    29 hostels in Tokyo currently have “Wi-Fi” as a listed amenity. We recommend booking Tokyo Guest House Itabashi-juku, which is the most popular hostel in Tokyo with this amenity.

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