Hostels in Kyoto, Japan

41 hostels available. Prices start from $7.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Kyoto

Piece Hostel

Minami-ku
Couples Digital Nomads Female Solo Traveller
"Highly recommend to stay in Piece - Good location with clean environment. I like the kitchen so much and cooked every night while staying there. The breakfast was also good." …"…In case of no-show … More
Digital Nomads Female Solo Traveller Quiet Rest
"…From the comfortable rooms to the unique sociable concept, this hotel offers a whole new experience. The place consists of 20% common areas (300㎡), including working lounge, kitchen, play zone … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Youth Hostel
"…We prepare dinner, breakfast and lunch box for hikers if you book in advance. You should not miss the unrealized sightseeing spots as well in Shiga such as; - Omihachiman (A castle town on the … More

Guest House Ga-Jyun


Free Breakfast
Party Hostel
"…Summary This place is an excellent option in Kyoto. It has everything for a social, warm stay, and it's very easy to meet people. Free Onzen and Friday party, amazing included breakfast, and a … More

Guesthouse Kingyoya

Kamigyo-ku
Free Breakfast
"…You can enjoy traditional Japanese food for your stay. You can also choose to stay without breakfast with cheap price. You will find Japanese culture all over Kingyoya such as kichen in outside … More

Gion Ryokan Q-beh

Higashiyama-ku
Family-Friendly Hostel Youth Hostel
"…***In Kyoto City, a new accommodation tax will be implemented starting October 1,2018. Accommodation charge under JPY20,000 (per person per night), the tax amount is JPY200 (per person per night … More

R.star Hostel


Free Breakfast
"…Bed making of consecutive stay We follow the bed making rules below unless you request to the front desk. ・We make the bed without changing the bed sheet, the duvet cover, and the pillow cover … More

Gojo Guest House

Higashiyama-ku
Solo Traveller
"…Some of the other dorms did have a small table in them, so you could eat in the room, but the girls dorm didn't, so that was a little inconvenient. There is also a coin-washer and a dryer for you … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Quiet Rest
"…# Rental Bike (500 yen/day) Amenities Bath towels (rental 150 yen), Soap, Shampoo & Conditioner, Hair Dryer. Please note that all our rooms are non-smoking. ***In Kyoto City, a new … More
Groups (10+ people) Solo Traveller Boutique Hostel
"…- Group bookings can be cancelled free of charge up till 4 weeks prior to arrival date. - Reservations cancelled 4-2 weeks prior to arrival date incur a penalty of 30% of the full stay. - … More

K's House

Shimogyo-ku
Party Hostel
"…Everything was very clean and modern, the staff were very friendly, free wireless internet, excellent kitchen facilities, cheap drinks at the bar, an extensive breakfast buffet, what else could … More

Len Kyoto

Shimogyo-ku
Digital Nomads Solo Traveller
"Perfect! - Super clean, great staff, plenty of amenities and amazing coffee in the cafe/bar downstairs. Can't fault it!! Great for solo travelers and saw some older couples as well." …"… … More

Ryokan Hostel Gion

Higashiyama-ku
Family-Friendly Hostel
"…Ryokan Hostel Gion is offering accommodations in Kyoto. Offering a shared lounge, the property is located within a 4-minute walk. Located in the Higashiyama Ward district, the hostel is within 1.3 … More
Digital Nomads Female Solo Traveller
"…9km away from Kyoto station, and 50 km away from Itami Airport. ***In Kyoto City, a new accommodation tax will be implemented starting October 1,2018. Accommodation charge under JPY20,000 (per … More
Older travelers (+50) Solo Traveller
"Good - Not used to the soft mattress and woke up by bell chimming from a temple nearby in the early of first morning. And wifi did not work on first night. Apart from these, facilities in house and … More
Female Solo Traveller
"…4-minute walk from Samurai Kembu Kyoto. The female-only property is close to several noted attractions, around 1.2 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and around 1.3 km from Heian Shrine. … More
"…From JR.Kyoto st, we recomend you to take a bus #9 at Terminal 1. or #206 at terminal A3. All together 30min (Bus ride and walk ) Check-in: 16:00〜21:00 Check-in is not available except for … More
Family-Friendly Hostel
"…Pets are not allowed. **In Kyoto City, a new accommodation tax has been implemented starting October 1, 2018. Accommodation charge under JPY20,000 (per person per night), the tax amount is … More

HARUYA Umekoji

Shimogyo-ku
Couples Female Solo Traveller Older travelers (+50)
"…All rooms seem very well kept and cleaned. Since the building is entirely kept in the old style, that also means it can be somewhat noisier; this never bothered us, and free earplugs are available … More
Party Hostel
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Hostels in Kyoto, Japan

41 hostels available. Prices start from $15.00 for a dorm bed.
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Get to know Kyoto (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Kyoto.

Kyoto is the former capital of Japan and, according to many sources, the most beautiful city in the whole country. Despite this, it is not necessarily very easy to navigate so you will generally have to dig deeper than usual to find the most beautiful and spiritual places, but it is definitely worth it. The city is teeming with culture, and many, many backpackers visit Kyoto hostels every year to see the magnificent temples and parks. Kyoto is home to over 1.4 million people.

There are many ways to reach Kyoto. Flying is a common option (although the nearest airport is Osaka - Kansai), the Shinkansen (the famous bullet train) is another. There are also more conventional trains available, and the city is also served by a comprehensive bus network. Overnight buses are probably the cheapest budget option, if you are traveling from further away, like Tokyo.

Although Japan is often referred to as an expensive country to visit, it does not necessarily have to be. Hostels in Kyoto, for example, are of good quality and the prices are reasonable. If you shoot for the cheapest option, go for the dorm beds, which will set you back about 15-20 US dollars per night. Depending on the season, Kyoto hostels are often fully booked, so be prepared to reserve a space in advance.

When traveling inside the city, the public transport system is your best option. Although biking is generally a great option, bear in mind that it is a huge city so if you plan to bike from your Kyoto hostel try to avoid the high traffic areas and you should be fine.

Written by local enthusiast for Kyoto hostels

Written by local enthusiast for Kyoto hostels Miika

Kyoto Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Kyoto, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 41
Average dorm price $30
Average private room price $84
Cheapest hostel in Kyoto Ez Guest House with $15
Party hostels in Kyoto Guest House Ga-Jyun (6 in total)
Most Kyoto hostels are located in Higashiyama-ku, Shimogyo-ku, Kamigyo-ku
Average rating of all hostels 7.1

FAQ about Kyoto Hostels

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