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5-3-15 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this hostel. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and concierge services are onsite.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
3061 reviews
Location
5.4 km from city centre
C$ 121
2-21-4 Kanda Jimbocho Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, concierge services, and laundry facilities.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
3870 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
C$ 67
Shinjuku Kabukicho 1-27-5 Kabukicho Apm Building 8F, Tokyo, Japan
This smoke-free hostel features a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a microwave in a common area, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe are onsite.
Free Wi-Fi
7.1
Good
3709 reviews
Location
6.3 km from city centre
C$ 75
3-2-9 Minamisenju, Arakawa, Tokyo, Japan
Along with a microwave in a common area, this hostel has a refrigerator in a common area and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free.
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
8.2
Excellent
1949 reviews
Location
6.1 km from city centre
C$ 58
15-2 Nihombashi-Odemnacho, Tokyo, Japan
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
2877 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
C$ 114
4-21-2 Kuramae, Tokyo, Japan
Along with a microwave in a common area, this smoke-free hostel has a refrigerator in a common area and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
1776 reviews
Location
3.2 km from city centre
C$ 77
2-40-7 Ikebukuro, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, Japan
This hostel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, concierge services, and dry cleaning.
Free Wi-Fi
7.7
Good
4224 reviews
Location
7.9 km from city centre
C$ 77
5-12-2, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan
This smoke-free hostel features a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a front-desk safe.
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
3768 reviews
Location
5.7 km from city centre
C$ 78
7-10-4 Ueno, Tokyo, Japan
Along with a bar/lounge, this smoke-free hostel has a coffee shop/cafe and a microwave in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a refrigerator in a common area, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe are onsite.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
3426 reviews
Location
3.9 km from city centre
C$ 103
23-1 Tenjin-Cho, Tokyo, Japan
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and 2 coffee shops/cafes are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
2197 reviews
Location
4.3 km from city centre
C$ 205

Travel insights for hostels in Tokyo

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

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Tokyo is August (C$ 46). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Tokyo is November (C$ 73).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Tokyo?

The cheapest day to stay in Tokyo is Monday (C$ 57). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is C$ 158.

How much is a hostel in Tokyo tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Tokyo tonight starting as low as C$ 22, rising to an average cost of C$ 154, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 335 for a 4-star hostel in Tokyo for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Tokyo?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 3 days before your trip to Tokyo. The lowest price found when booking 3 days ahead was C$ 44 per night.

Top-rated Tokyo hostels

Some of the best Tokyo hostel options as decided by our users. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hostels are among the highest rated.
2-14-13 Kuramae, Tokyo, Japan
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 109
Avg. per night
4-9-10 Aobadai Meguro-ku, Tokyo, Japan
7.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 73
Avg. per night
1-11-2 Kamiogi, Suginami-ku, Tokyo, Japan
14.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
C$ 77
Avg. per night
2-7-8, Higashi-Shinbashi, Tokyo, Japan
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 96
Avg. per night
2F 3-1-6 Higashi Koujiya, Ota-ku, Tokyo, Japan
14.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 143
Avg. per night

Cheapest hostels in Tokyo, Japan

At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Tokyo. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
6-9-9 Ueno, Tokyo, Japan
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
C$ 24
Avg. per night
6-9-7 Ueno, Tokyo, Japan
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 35
Avg. per night
3-14 Yokoyamacho Nihonbashi, Tokyo, Japan
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 36
Avg. per night
1-9-5 Hyakunincho, Tokyo, Japan
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 44
Avg. per night
1-13-2 Ikebukuro, Tokyo, Japan
7.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 46
Avg. per night
2-13-1 Kaminarimon, Tokyo, Japan
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 49
Avg. per night
Ryusen 3-39-5, Tokyo, Japan
5.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 52
Avg. per night
2-4-17, Takinogawa, Kita-ku, Tokyo, Japan
8.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 55
Avg. per night
15-10 Nakaitabashi, Itabashi-ku, Tokyo, Japan
10.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 55
Avg. per night
5-1-5 Shinbashi, Tokyo, Japan
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
C$ 55
Avg. per night
Katsushika-ku, Kanamachi 4-23-11, Tokyo, Japan
12.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 56
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Tokyo

A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in Tokyo. We've also highlighted the most popular hostels and best value within each hostel class.
3 stars
6-34-9 Higashinippori, Arakawa-ku, Tokyo, Japan
C$ 105
2 stars and under
5-3-15 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
C$ 121
2-21-4 Kanda Jimbocho Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
C$ 67
Shinjuku Kabukicho 1-27-5 Kabukicho Apm Building 8F, Tokyo, Japan
C$ 75
3-2-9 Minamisenju, Arakawa, Tokyo, Japan
C$ 58

Other accommodations in Tokyo

1-1-1 Uchisaiwaicho Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 463
Avg. per night
2-4-6, Komagata, Tokyo, Japan
3.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
C$ 95
Avg. per night
Nishia Asakusa 1-2-3, Taito-ku, Tokyo, Japan
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
C$ 101
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Tokyo

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Facts about staying in Tokyo

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Tokyo?

    On average, it’s C$ 86/night for a hostel in Tokyo, though C$ 65/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 18/night in Tokyo. Try to avoid booking your hostel in November (the most expensive month). Booking in December (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Tokyo?

    Wagokoro - Hostel boasts a 9.5/10 review rating from 2,849 users, making it the best hostel in Tokyo.

  • What hostel is closest to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    It is 46.9 km to get from Tokyo Narita Airport to Hostel Hana An (the nearest Tokyo hostel to the airport).

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

    The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Tokyo is Taitō, according to our data. 7% of users who searched for hostels in Tokyo looked for properties in Taitō. If you’re interested in staying in Taitō, consider the Hotel Plus Hostel Tokyo Asakusa 1 - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

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

    Beagle Tokyo Hostel and Apartments is the most popular hostel in Tokyo that’s close to Kojiya Station (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 1.1 km from Beagle Tokyo Hostel and Apartments to Kojiya Station. While there may be other hostels near Kojiya Station, Beagle Tokyo Hostel and Apartments is highly rated (8.2/10) by 1,105 users.

  • Should I stay in a Tokyo hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Tokyo 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 Tokyo.

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

    Yes, there are hostels in Tokyo with “Wi-Fi” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 31 hostels have the “Wi-Fi” amenity in the Tokyo area. Unplan Shinjuku is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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