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Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,795 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 25 July 2024. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is .
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21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
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. The hostel is about a 10-minute subway ride away from Nijo-jo Castle, and a 10-minute drive from popular Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Fushimi Inari with hundreds of red gates can be reached within a 10-minute train ride. Kyoto Piece Hostel provides a fully-equipped kitchen, a library with international books and guidebooks, and internet PCs for free. Laundry machines and clothes dryers can be used at an extra charge. Bicycles can be rented for a day to explore the city. 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. Drinks and snacks can be ordered at the on-site bar counter.
Free Wi-Fi
9.2
Excellent
2177 reviews
Location
2.6 km from city centre
C$ 36
15, SujakuShokaicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Guest House Kyoto Inn is located in Kyoto, 2.7 km from Nijo Castle and a 10-minute bus ride from Kyoto Station. JR Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station is a 2-minute walk away. A rooftop terrace is available at this property overlooking Kyoto Tower. Free WiFi is available throughout the entire property. Umekuji Koen Mae Bus Stop is located within a 1-minute walk away. Rooms come with a shared bathroom. Shared bathroom comes with shower amenities and a hairdryer. You will find a shared kitchen on the 2nd floor of the property. The common room is located on the ground floor and features laundry facilities as well as computers that guests may use for free. A 24-hour convenience store, supermarket and various restaurants are located within a 3-minute walk away. Katsura Imperial Villa is 3.1 km from Guest House Kyoto Inn, while Tofuku-ji Temple is 3.3 km away. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 36 km from Guest House Kyoto Inn.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
485 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
C$ 36
115, Ichibecho, Nishi Shichijo, Kyoto, Japan
Located in Kyoto, this traditional Japanese guest house features free Wi-Fi and a free public computer. Shichijo Onmae bus stop is 3 minutes’ walk away. A seating area and shared bathroom are provided with each room at Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS. Free toiletries are provided and blankets are available upon request. Select rooms have a garden view. A shared living area and bicycles are available for guests’ use during their stay at this Kyoto Guesthouse Compass. Access to the shared kitchen is available upon request. The guest house is 4.5 km from Imperial Palace and 2.2 km from Kyoto Station. Nijo Castle and Toji Castle are within a 30 minutes’ bus ride away.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
9.8
Excellent
562 reviews
Location
3.4 km from city centre
C$ 119
65 Nishikujo Higashihieijocho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 6 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and hair dryers. Amenities Enjoy recreation amenities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. Property Location With a stay at The Next Door - Hostel in Kyoto (Minami Ward), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Kyoto Aquarium and Kyoto Tower. This hostel is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Kawaramachi and 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from Kyoto University. Dining English breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee. Mandatory Charges You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property: A city tax may be collected at the property, effective October 1, 2018. The city tax ranges from JPY 200-1,000 per person, per night based on the nightly room rate. Please note that further exemptions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. Optional Charges The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out. Fee for English breakfast: JPY 500 per person (approximately) Housekeeping fee: JPY 500 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Check-In Checkin starts at 4:00 PM Checkin end at 10:00 PM The minimum age of Checkin 18 Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed No onsite parking is available This property accepts credit cards and cash The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. Check-Out Checkout is done at 11:00 AM Pets Pets not allowed General instructions No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available No elevators Unicode Support true Social distancing measures are in place
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
8.4
Excellent
10 reviews
Location
3.4 km from city centre
C$ 52
732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
In a prime location in Kyoto, Hostel Sui Kyoto provides air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. The property is located 1.2 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, 1.8 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 2.4 km from Kyoto Imperial Palace. Private parking is available on site. The capsule hotel features certain units that include a safety deposit box, and every room is fitted with a shared bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer. At Hostel Sui Kyoto the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Nijo Castle is 2.7 km from the accommodation, while Kyoto International Manga Museum is 3.9 km away. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 48 km from Hostel Sui Kyoto.
Free Wi-Fi
9.2
Excellent
712 reviews
Location
3.6 km from city centre
C$ 36
449-2, Hachikencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi, climate control, and bed sheets. Other amenities include slippers, housekeeping, luggage storage, and a hair dryer.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
7.7
Good
439 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
C$ 48
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Opened in December 2017, 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. Guest will find a shared kitchen area, while a coin-operated launderette is available at this property. A variety of restaurants, convenience stores and a drug store are situated within a 5-minute walk from the property. Nishiki Market is a 15-minute walk, while Guests can take a 20-minute stroll to Gion-Shijo Staton. Heian Shrine is 3 km from R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan, while Tofuku-ji Temple is 3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 38 km from the property.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
2034 reviews
Location
1.3 km from city centre
C$ 38
418 Naya Cho, Kyoto, Japan
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’s House Kyoto Backpackers Hostel offers simple but clean air-conditioned rooms, with linens provided. The modern bathing facilities and Western-style toilets are shared. Hostel K's House is a 10-minute walk from both Kyoto Tower and Sanjusangen-do Temple. Nishi-honganji Temple and Higashi-honganji Temple are a 5-minute drive away. Bicycle rental offers a fun way to explore Kyoto. Coin-operated laundry machines and internet terminals are provided. Guests can enjoy a cup of free coffee or tea and relax in the smoke-free lounge.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
8.6
Excellent
1419 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
C$ 32
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
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, 2.2 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 2.3 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. Popular points of interest near the hostel include Gion Shijo Station, Shoren-in Temple and Heian Shrine. The nearest airport is Itami Airport, 47 km from Ryokan Hostel Gion.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
1352 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
C$ 36

Tips for booking hostels in Kyoto

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Kyoto. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 25 July 2024.
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Wednesday
C$ 18 - C$ 80
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Top-rated Kyoto hostels

Browse through properties in Kyoto that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 5,795 properties in Kyoto and data was last updated on 25 July 2024.
Our users rated these hostels as some of the best places to stay in Kyoto. Make sure to read hostel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
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709-3, Uematsu-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 39
Avg. per night
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 55
Avg. per night
65-2, Masuya-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 62
Avg. per night
30-3 Higashimarutacho, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 40
Avg. per night
152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 56
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22-5 Chudoji Yabunouchicho Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 1,490
Avg. per night
1-12 Wakicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 22
Avg. per night
110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 40
Avg. 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 C$ 21 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 25 July 2024
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Kyoto we've come across for the dates selected. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 21
Avg. per night
165 Ebisu-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
C$ 25
Avg. per night
96-1 Nishikujo Ikenouchicho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 25
Avg. per night
2F, Saga Hirosawa 28-3, Minamino-cho, Kyoto, Japan
6.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 26
Avg. per night
370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 27
Avg. per night
Ukyo-ku, Uzumasa, Nakayama-Cho 29, Kyoto, Japan
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
C$ 28
Avg. per night
229, Akezu-Dori St., Kogawa-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 28
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Kyoto

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Kyoto. There are 5,795 properties in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 25 July 2024. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is .
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5-4 Arashiyama Nishiishikawacho Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
7.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 207
Avg. per night
Fuya-Cho, Anekoji-Agaru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-Shi, Kyoto, Japan
0.4 km from city centre
C$ 1,298
Avg. per night
538-1, Shin Kyougoku Dori Sijyo Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 97
Avg. per night
533 Shiokoji-Cho,Shichijosagaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
C$ 69
Avg. per night
Kamogawa Nijo-Ohashi Hotori, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.8 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 1,823
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 25 July 2024.
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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 25 July 2024.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    On average, it’s C$ 60/night for a hostel in Kyoto, though C$ 59/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 26/night in Kyoto. Try to avoid booking your hostel in March (the most expensive month). Booking in August (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    Piece Hostel Kyoto boasts a 9.2/10 review rating from 2,177 users, making it the best hostel in Kyoto.

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

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Kyoto is Shimogyo, according to our data. 2% of users who searched for hostels in Kyoto looked for properties in Shimogyo. If you’re interested in staying in Shimogyo, consider the K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Kyoto closest to Fushimi Inari-taisha?

    Piece Hostel Kyoto is the most popular hostel in Kyoto that’s close to Fushimi Inari-taisha (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 2.1 km from Piece Hostel Kyoto to Fushimi Inari-taisha. While there may be other hostels near Fushimi Inari-taisha, Piece Hostel Kyoto is highly rated (9.2/10) by 2,177 users.

  • Should I stay in a Kyoto hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Kyoto hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Kyoto.

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