Best Hostels in Kyoto
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Guest favorite
Piece Hostel Sanjo
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Nishiki Market Shopping District welcomes shopping lovers 550 metres away, while The Museum of Kyoto is 350 metres from this hostel. Kyoto cherry blossoms is within 30 minutes' walk of the designer property.
Piece Hostel Sanjo is situated about 2 km from the detached Shosei-en Garden and a short way from Honno-ji Buddhist Temple.
Offering a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, certain rooms at this Kyoto hostel also have a laptop safe for a more convenient stay.
Piece Hostel Sanjo
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Sun terrace
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Nishiki Market Shopping District welcomes shopping lovers 550 metres away, while The Museum of Kyoto is 350 metres from this hostel. Kyoto cherry blossoms is within 30 minutes' walk of the designer property.
Piece Hostel Sanjo is situated about 2 km from the detached Shosei-en Garden and a short way from Honno-ji Buddhist Temple.
Offering a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, certain rooms at this Kyoto hostel also have a laptop safe for a more convenient stay.
Piece Hostel Kyoto
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
Asty Kyoto Shopping Mall is 450 metres from the hostel, while Rokkaku-do Temple is 2.7 km away. Sanjusangendo Temple can be reached in proximity to the Kyoto accommodation.
To deepen your historical knowledge, visit Kyoto Imperial Palace, which stands 4.5 km from this Kyoto hostel.
Offering a storage space, the rooms come with media amenities like wireless internet to enhance your stay.
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
Asty Kyoto Shopping Mall is 450 metres from the hostel, while Rokkaku-do Temple is 2.7 km away. Sanjusangendo Temple can be reached in proximity to the Kyoto accommodation.
To deepen your historical knowledge, visit Kyoto Imperial Palace, which stands 4.5 km from this Kyoto hostel.
Offering a storage space, the rooms come with media amenities like wireless internet to enhance your stay.
Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto
- In-room safe
- Laundry
The Kyoto hostel is a 10-minute ride from Sanjusangendo Temple and within a few blocks of such cultural venues as Ryukoku Museum. Kodai-ji Temple is 3.2 km from the Kyoto property.
Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto is 6 minutes' stroll from Aeon Mall Kyoto and in the immediate vicinity of Fushimi Inari Taisha Otabisho.
Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto
- In-room safe
- Laundry
Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto
The Kyoto hostel is a 10-minute ride from Sanjusangendo Temple and within a few blocks of such cultural venues as Ryukoku Museum. Kodai-ji Temple is 3.2 km from the Kyoto property.
Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto is 6 minutes' stroll from Aeon Mall Kyoto and in the immediate vicinity of Fushimi Inari Taisha Otabisho.
Cheap Hostels in Kyoto
K'S House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
The Kyoto hostel is 2.6 km from Yasaka Shrine and 1.8 km from such cultural venues as Samurai & Ninja Museum with Experience. In addition, the head Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine can be found a 10-minute ride from the Kyoto property.
Guests can also enjoy natural sights such as Maruyama Park, which is 2.1 km away.
Offering storage, the rooms come with media amenities like free Wi-Fi to enhance your stay.
K'S House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Sun terrace
K'S House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel
The Kyoto hostel is 2.6 km from Yasaka Shrine and 1.8 km from such cultural venues as Samurai & Ninja Museum with Experience. In addition, the head Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine can be found a 10-minute ride from the Kyoto property.
Guests can also enjoy natural sights such as Maruyama Park, which is 2.1 km away.
Offering storage, the rooms come with media amenities like free Wi-Fi to enhance your stay.
Ryokan Hostel Gion
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Staying at the comfortable hostel in Kyoto, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including ROHM Theatre Kyoto, which is 850 metres away. There is the historic marketplace "Nishiki Market" a 20-minute stroll from the Kyoto property.
Located a short way from Gion hostel, the ancient Yasui Konpiragu Shrine is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Ryokan Hostel Gion
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Staying at the comfortable hostel in Kyoto, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including ROHM Theatre Kyoto, which is 850 metres away. There is the historic marketplace "Nishiki Market" a 20-minute stroll from the Kyoto property.
Located a short way from Gion hostel, the ancient Yasui Konpiragu Shrine is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Guest House Ga-Jyun
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Terrace
The flatland Nijo Castle is located 3.2 km from the Kyoto hostel and Samurai & Ninja Museum with Experience is a mere 1.9 km away. The local shopping options feature Miyakomesse Convention Center (0.7 km) and Nishiki Market Shopping District (2.3 km).
Ga-Jyun hostel is also nestled in Gion where an atmosphere unique to Kyoto drifts in the air, where guests will find attractions, such as Maruyama Park, which is 9 minutes' walk away.
Some rooms are also fitted with lockers, along with bedside reading lights.
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Terrace
The flatland Nijo Castle is located 3.2 km from the Kyoto hostel and Samurai & Ninja Museum with Experience is a mere 1.9 km away. The local shopping options feature Miyakomesse Convention Center (0.7 km) and Nishiki Market Shopping District (2.3 km).
Ga-Jyun hostel is also nestled in Gion where an atmosphere unique to Kyoto drifts in the air, where guests will find attractions, such as Maruyama Park, which is 9 minutes' walk away.
Some rooms are also fitted with lockers, along with bedside reading lights.
Youth Hostels in Kyoto
Gion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse Hanakanzashi
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
This Kyoto hostel boasts a comfortable location around 25 minutes' walk from Ryukoku Museum, approximately 20 minutes' walk from shopping opportunities such as Nishiki Market Shopping District. In addition, the Zuiryusan Nanzen-ji can be found 2.5 km from the hostel.
The 15-room Gion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse Hanakanzashi hostel offers access to the historic Kennin-ji Zen Buddhist Temple, which is only 9 minutes' walk away.
Gion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse Hanakanzashi
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
Gion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse Hanakanzashi
This Kyoto hostel boasts a comfortable location around 25 minutes' walk from Ryukoku Museum, approximately 20 minutes' walk from shopping opportunities such as Nishiki Market Shopping District. In addition, the Zuiryusan Nanzen-ji can be found 2.5 km from the hostel.
The 15-room Gion Kyoto Miyagawacyo Guesthouse Hanakanzashi hostel offers access to the historic Kennin-ji Zen Buddhist Temple, which is only 9 minutes' walk away.
Len Kyoto Kawaramachi
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Bar/ Lounge area
This hostel is in the Kawaramachi, Karasuma, Omiya district, approximately a 20-minute walk from the 800-ton Kyoto Tower. The historic Kennin-ji Zen Buddhist Temple can be reached in proximity to the Kyoto accommodation.
To deepen your historical knowledge, visit the flatland Nijo Castle, which stands 2.4 km from this Kyoto hostel.
The rooms at the Kyoto property come with a kitchen and offer views of the city.
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Bar/ Lounge area
This hostel is in the Kawaramachi, Karasuma, Omiya district, approximately a 20-minute walk from the 800-ton Kyoto Tower. The historic Kennin-ji Zen Buddhist Temple can be reached in proximity to the Kyoto accommodation.
To deepen your historical knowledge, visit the flatland Nijo Castle, which stands 2.4 km from this Kyoto hostel.
The rooms at the Kyoto property come with a kitchen and offer views of the city.
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Great deal
Hostel Otro Mundo
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Fukusho-ji Temple is within 5 minutes' walk of this comfortable hostel, and natural sites like Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are 2.1 km away. In addition, the historic wooden Nijo Castle can be found within a few blocks of the Kyoto hostel.
Mikane Shrine is 2.2 km from the accommodation.
Certain rooms at the hostel come with a safe box, complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as complimentary instant coffee for self-catering purposes.
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Garden area
Fukusho-ji Temple is within 5 minutes' walk of this comfortable hostel, and natural sites like Kyoto Gyoen National Garden are 2.1 km away. In addition, the historic wooden Nijo Castle can be found within a few blocks of the Kyoto hostel.
Mikane Shrine is 2.2 km from the accommodation.
Certain rooms at the hostel come with a safe box, complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as complimentary instant coffee for self-catering purposes.
Hostels In Kyoto City Centre
Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Terrace
Found nearly a 10-minute ride from Bamboo Forest Street, this affordable hostel is nearly a 15-minute ride from worship locations like the Zen Ryoanji Temple. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the comfortable Kyoto Utano Youth hostel is within a 3-km distance of the commercial Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama.
To deepen your historical knowledge, visit the cyprus-wood Nijo Castle, which stands approximately a 20-minute drive from the accommodation.
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Terrace
Found nearly a 10-minute ride from Bamboo Forest Street, this affordable hostel is nearly a 15-minute ride from worship locations like the Zen Ryoanji Temple. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the comfortable Kyoto Utano Youth hostel is within a 3-km distance of the commercial Arashiyama Monkey Park Iwatayama.
To deepen your historical knowledge, visit the cyprus-wood Nijo Castle, which stands approximately a 20-minute drive from the accommodation.
Guesthouse Shiori Ann
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
Offerring a location around 2 km from Nineizaka, this Kyoto hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including Samurai Kembu Theater, which is 2.2 km away. Kodai-ji Temple can be reached within 25 minutes' walk of the Kyoto accommodation.
The 800 - ton Kyoto Tower can also be found merely 350 metres away.
- Shared kitchen
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
Offerring a location around 2 km from Nineizaka, this Kyoto hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including Samurai Kembu Theater, which is 2.2 km away. Kodai-ji Temple can be reached within 25 minutes' walk of the Kyoto accommodation.
The 800 - ton Kyoto Tower can also be found merely 350 metres away.
Haruya Umekoji
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Garden area
Nestled in the Kyoto district of Kyoto, the Kyoto hostel is 2.5 km from notable religious landmarks, including Shinsenen. In addition, Rokuharamitsu-ji Buddhist Temple can be found approximately 25 minutes on foot from the accommodation.
The head Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine is 3.2 km from the 20-room property.
Certain rooms at the Kyoto accommodation are equipped with a personal safe, blackout drapes and climate control.
- Shared kitchen
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Garden area
Nestled in the Kyoto district of Kyoto, the Kyoto hostel is 2.5 km from notable religious landmarks, including Shinsenen. In addition, Rokuharamitsu-ji Buddhist Temple can be found approximately 25 minutes on foot from the accommodation.
The head Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine is 3.2 km from the 20-room property.
Certain rooms at the Kyoto accommodation are equipped with a personal safe, blackout drapes and climate control.
Hostels in Kyoto with Car Parking
Guesthouse Go Sign
- Shared kitchen
- Leisure/ TV room
Rokuharamitsu-ji Buddhist Temple is within 25 minutes' walk of the Kyoto hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include Samurai & Ninja Museum with Experience, which is nearly a 30-minute walk away. In addition, Sanjusangendo Temple can be found within a few blocks of the hostel.
The 800-ton Kyoto Tower is only 350 metres away, and ROHM Theatre Kyoto, available to diversify your stay, is 3.2 km away.
Guesthouse Go Sign
- Shared kitchen
- Leisure/ TV room
Guesthouse Go Sign
Rokuharamitsu-ji Buddhist Temple is within 25 minutes' walk of the Kyoto hostel, and the nearby cultural attractions include Samurai & Ninja Museum with Experience, which is nearly a 30-minute walk away. In addition, Sanjusangendo Temple can be found within a few blocks of the hostel.
The 800-ton Kyoto Tower is only 350 metres away, and ROHM Theatre Kyoto, available to diversify your stay, is 3.2 km away.
Mini Inn Kyoto - Kyoto Historic District
- Shared kitchen
- Leisure/ TV room
Located 1 km from Kyoto underground station, this hostel is in proximity to Ryukoku Museum. There is Kinkaku-ji Zen Buddhist Temple a 15-minute drive from the comfortable hostel.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the detached Shosei-en Garden, which is 1 km away.
Mini Inn Kyoto - Kyoto Historic District
- Shared kitchen
- Leisure/ TV room
Mini Inn Kyoto - Kyoto Historic District
Located 1 km from Kyoto underground station, this hostel is in proximity to Ryukoku Museum. There is Kinkaku-ji Zen Buddhist Temple a 15-minute drive from the comfortable hostel.
Nature lovers will appreciate proximity to the detached Shosei-en Garden, which is 1 km away.
Jam Hostel Kyoto Gion
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Bar/ Lounge area
Located within 500 metres of Sanjo Keihan underground station, this hostel is 650 metres from the fine and expansive kare-sansui Kennin-ji Garden. Rokuya-on Garden is a 12-minute walk from the Kyoto hostel, while the historic wooden Nijo Castle is 2.4 km away.
In proximity to Jam Hostel Kyoto Gion, guests will find natural sights, such as Maruyama Park, which is 1.3 km away.
Jam Hostel Kyoto Gion
- Security
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Bar/ Lounge area
Jam Hostel Kyoto Gion
Located within 500 metres of Sanjo Keihan underground station, this hostel is 650 metres from the fine and expansive kare-sansui Kennin-ji Garden. Rokuya-on Garden is a 12-minute walk from the Kyoto hostel, while the historic wooden Nijo Castle is 2.4 km away.
In proximity to Jam Hostel Kyoto Gion, guests will find natural sights, such as Maruyama Park, which is 1.3 km away.
Kyoto Hostels with Private Rooms
Guest House Kyoto Inn
- Shared kitchen
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
The hostel is about 10 minutes' drive from Yasaka Koshin-do Temple and around 15 minutes' drive from such cultural venues as Kyoto International Manga Museum. The Kyoto accommodation is 2.4 km from Nishiki Market Shopping District and 3.7 km from the head Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine.
The 26-room Kyoto hostel boasts location within reach of the modern Kyoto Aquarium.
- Shared kitchen
- Car park
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun terrace
The hostel is about 10 minutes' drive from Yasaka Koshin-do Temple and around 15 minutes' drive from such cultural venues as Kyoto International Manga Museum. The Kyoto accommodation is 2.4 km from Nishiki Market Shopping District and 3.7 km from the head Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine.
The 26-room Kyoto hostel boasts location within reach of the modern Kyoto Aquarium.
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Best-rated
Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto
- Shared kitchen
- Concierge desk
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Terrace
Found nearly a 10-minute drive from Kyoto Imperial Palace, this comfortable hostel is 2.1 km from worship locations like Shinsenen. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the 15-room Itoya Kyoto hostel is only 1.7 km from Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
The accommodation offers access to Nishijin Textile Industriul Association Museum, which is merely 9 minutes' stroll away.
Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto
- Shared kitchen
- Concierge desk
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Terrace
Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto
Found nearly a 10-minute drive from Kyoto Imperial Palace, this comfortable hostel is 2.1 km from worship locations like Shinsenen. Also, nature lovers will appreciate that the 15-room Itoya Kyoto hostel is only 1.7 km from Kyoto Gyoen National Garden.
The accommodation offers access to Nishijin Textile Industriul Association Museum, which is merely 9 minutes' stroll away.
Hostel Niniroom
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Staying at the cosy hostel in Kyoto, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including ROHM Theatre Kyoto, which is 1 km away. Shoren-in Temple is a 25-minute stroll from the Kyoto property.
Located 2.3 km from Niniroom hostel, the ancient Yasui Konpiragu Shrine is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Hostel Niniroom
- Shared kitchen
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Terrace
Hostel Niniroom
Staying at the cosy hostel in Kyoto, guests will also find entertainment venues in the vicinity, including ROHM Theatre Kyoto, which is 1 km away. Shoren-in Temple is a 25-minute stroll from the Kyoto property.
Located 2.3 km from Niniroom hostel, the ancient Yasui Konpiragu Shrine is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Family Hostels in Kyoto
Kizuna Hotel Gojo Kiyomizu-Dera Kamogawa
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Heating
Offerring a location around a 10-minute drive from Ryozen Museum of History, the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including Samurai Kembu Theater, which is approximately a 25-minute walk away. In addition, Kyoto National Long-Running Museum can be found in proximity to the accommodation.
Yogenin Temple, a prominent religious site, is just 1.6 km from the 11-room property.
Kizuna Hotel Gojo Kiyomizu-Dera Kamogawa
- Shared kitchen
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Heating
Kizuna Hotel Gojo Kiyomizu-Dera Kamogawa
Offerring a location around a 10-minute drive from Ryozen Museum of History, the hostel is in the vicinity of entertainment venues including Samurai Kembu Theater, which is approximately a 25-minute walk away. In addition, Kyoto National Long-Running Museum can be found in proximity to the accommodation.
Yogenin Temple, a prominent religious site, is just 1.6 km from the 11-room property.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Hostels in Kyoto, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Piece Hostel Sanjo |
9.0 / 10 (7221 Reviews) |
From 29$ | |
| Piece Hostel Kyoto |
9.0 / 10 (4602 Reviews) |
From 24$ | |
| Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto |
9.0 / 10 (5168 Reviews) |
From 28$ | |
| K'S House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel |
8.7 / 10 (2328 Reviews) |
From 19$ | |
| Ryokan Hostel Gion |
9.0 / 10 (1689 Reviews) |
From 30$ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which budget hostels in Kyoto's downtown are best for meeting other travelers?
K'S House Kyoto - Travelers Hostel and Piece Hostel Kyoto are great for meeting fellow backpackers. Both hostels feature common areas and activities that encourage socializing.
Join hostel events during the evenings, especially at K'S House, to connect with other guests.
Which hostels in Kyoto's central area offer a unique stay?
Guesthouse Shiori Ann and Haruya Umekoji feature traditional Japanese design elements. Staying here can provide an authentic experience in Kyoto's cultural center.
Book a night at Haruya Umekoji during a weekday to enjoy the calm atmosphere while exploring nearby attractions.
What are some affordable options near Kyoto Station?
Hostel Otro Mundo and Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel are both near Kyoto Station. They provide easy access to trains and buses for your sightseeing plans.
Avoid peak hours on trains (7-9 am) to enjoy a more comfortable trip while exploring.
Which hostels close to Gion are good for exploring Kyoto's nightlife?
Jam Hostel Kyoto Gion and Ryokan Hostel Gion are both steps away from Gion's bustling nightlife. You can easily visit local bars and restaurants.
Head out after 9 pm for the best selection of food and drink options along Shijo Avenue.
Where can I find budget-friendly hostels with breakfast included in Kyoto?
Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto and Guest House Kyoto Inn both provide breakfast as part of your stay. It's a convenient way to start your day before exploring.
Take advantage of the breakfast offerings before 9 am to fuel up for a day of sightseeing.
Which hostels near Kyoto's historic district offer unique experiences?
Mini Inn Kyoto - Kyoto Historic District and Guesthouse Go Sign are within walking distance of historical sites. They provide a unique view into Kyoto's rich culture.
Visit the historic district early in the morning to avoid crowds at popular sites like Kiyomizu-dera.
What are some budget hostels near major train stations in Kyoto?
Len Kyoto Kawaramachi and Piece Hostel Sanjo are both located near major train lines. This position is great for travelers moving around the city and beyond.
Purchase a prepaid IC card at the train station for easy travel on public transport throughout the city.
What unique events should I look for when visiting Kyoto?
Kyoto hosts events like the Gion Matsuri in July and the Aoi Matsuri in May, showcasing its rich culture. These festivals fill the streets with parades and traditional performances.
Plan your visit around these festivals to experience Kyoto's vibrant culture firsthand.
How do I navigate Kyoto's public transportation efficiently?
Kyoto's buses and trains are efficient ways to travel. Use the Kyoto City Bus pass for unlimited use during your stay for less than ¥600 per day.
Download a transport app for real-time updates on bus schedules and routes.
What should I know about safety while exploring Kyoto?
Kyoto is considered very safe, even at night. It's wise to stay in well-lit areas and monitor personal belongings in busy tourist zones.
Avoid the quieter backstreets late at night, especially around Nishiki Market.