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Hostels in Kyoto for Students in 2025

42 hostels in Kyoto. Prices start from ¥657 JPY for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.

Looking for cheap student accommodation in Kyoto? Discover all hostels for students in Kyoto offering budget-friendly options, from dorms to private rooms. We compare prices on the major booking platforms so you save real money.

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#1 Top Rated

Guesthouse Soi

Higashiyama-ku
Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…We didn't have as we are on a tiny budget but it looked amazing. Even though we didn't buy, they kept giving us food. A desert, fruit, a special drink of fruit and tea not. I really can't say enough

from ¥1,964 JPY
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Gojo Guest House

Higashiyama-ku
Solo Traveller

"…However, there is no area to eat really. 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

from ¥1,906 JPY
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Piece Hostel

Minami-ku
CouplesDigital NomadsFemale 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." …"…【Private Twin Bed

from ¥1,717 JPY
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Gion Ryokan Q-beh

Higashiyama-ku
Family-Friendly HostelYouth Hostel

"…+Luggage room is available before your check-in/ after your check-out. Please store in & out with yourself. -No parking area for bicycles and cars. -No lift/elevator. -No food service. -No bath-tub

from ¥2,368 JPY
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Solo Traveller

"…6 years old. 6. Reception Hours: The front desk is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. 7. Extra Bed: There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. 8. Different policies and additional supplements

from ¥2,059 JPY
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The Millennials

Nakagyo-Ku
Digital NomadsFemale Solo TravellerQuiet Rest

"…The Millennials Kyoto offers the high tech & multi-functional sleeping pod which can be completely controlled by an iPod (provided at the check-in). From the comfortable rooms to the unique

from ¥2,909 JPY
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Family-Friendly HostelQuiet Rest

"…Our guesthouse is composed with two Japanese-style rooms and two dormitories (one only for women) with shared bathroom and toilets. Our guests can also make their own meals in the shared kitchen

from ¥2,117 JPY
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Digital NomadsFemale Solo Traveller

"…There are shared toilets and shower booths on the 2nd/3rd floor. Slippers, toiletries(shampoo,conditioner,body soap) and hairdryers are provided for free. You will find a shared lounge (cafe/bar

from ¥2,121 JPY
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Ryokan Hostel Gion

Higashiyama-ku
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…3 km of Heian Shrine. All rooms in the hostel are equipped with a electric tea pot. Certain rooms are equipped with a kitchenette with a microwave. All guest rooms will provide guests with a

from ¥2,486 JPY
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Capsule HotelsYouth Hostel

732 Makuracho

from ¥3,429 JPY
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Female Only Hostels

Gokomachi-dori, Rokkakukudori, Iseya-cho 338

from ¥1,834 JPY
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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

from ¥1,755 JPY
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Guesthouse Kingyoya

Kamigyo-ku
Free Breakfast

"…You will find Japanese culture all over Kingyoya such as kichen in outside, well, inner garden which you can feel Japanse seasons and old storehouse. Nishijin area is full of appealing culture

from ¥2,397 JPY
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"…Check-in: 16:00〜21:00 Check-in is not available except for this period, so please be punctual. If you are going to be late due to traffic disruption, remember to contact us. Check-out: 8:00〜11:00

from ¥2,084 JPY
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Boutique HostelGroups (10+ people)Solo Traveller

"…For group booking for 10 or more, please contact PIECE HOSTEL SANJO directly after making the booking. We have a specific deposit and cancellation policy. For group booking of 10 or more, please

from ¥2,530 JPY
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R.star Hostel

Free Breakfast

"…・We clean the room, and change towels and amenities every day. ・If you want us to change the bed sheet every day, please let us know by 10:00 AM to the front desk. ※Please note that if you haven’t

from ¥2,137 JPY
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Len Kyoto

Shimogyo-ku
Digital NomadsSolo 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." …"…On your check

from ¥2,213 JPY
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京都市東山区新橋通大和大路東入林下町427番地 東新橋ビル3階

from ¥3,113 JPY
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Higashigawacho, 531

from ¥1,909 JPY
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"…* Check out time : ~ 11:00 + If you need an arrangements for late check-in, please inform us in advance via e-mail. ===Facilities=== *Free shampoo and body soap *Free hair dryer *Free Wi-

from ¥2,122 JPY
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Guest House Kyoto Inn

Privacy Curtains
Solo Traveller

"…Friendly staff, some of whom have lived in the area for decades and have plenty of local knowledge Free Maps and information Hello, we are Guest House Kyoto Inn=) We started running in

from ¥2,151 JPY
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Capsule Hotels

Nakagyoku Kawaramachi Dori Shijyo Agaru Komeyacho 380-2

from ¥3,277 JPY
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Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…The breakfest buffet is good and the dinners are made by some old school Kyoto folks who know how to make some really awesome traditional Japanese cuisine. It may be far away from the main station

from ¥1,832 JPY
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Sakyo-ku Ooi-cho 157

from ¥2,475 JPY
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"…Payment before arrival by Credit card is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions. The property reserves the right to pre-authorize provided credit cards up to

from ¥2,208 JPY
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東山区西御門町 新宮川町通松原南西御門町462

from ¥1,741 JPY
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京都市下京区金屋町485

from ¥1,469 JPY
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Family-Friendly HostelYouth Hostel

"…- Omihachiman (A castle town on the eastern shore of Lake Biwa with a nostalgic atmosphere. Popular for a traditional boat ride) - Hikone Castle (Hailed as being one of the best preserved castles

from ¥1,869 JPY
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Family-Friendly Hostel

Kita-ku Murasakino Daitokuji 8

from ¥2,083 JPY
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R Star Hostel, Kyoto
Family-Friendly Hostel

Chimogyo-ku Motoryogaecho 256-2

from ¥2,444 JPY
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CouplesOlder travelers (+50)

"…Place near by “HARUYA Higashiyama” is located in Higashiyama area (Kiyomizu-temple, Silver Pavilion, etc.) visited by more than 12 million tourists annually. Within walking distance, you’ll find

from ¥1,571 JPY
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HARUYA Umekoji

Shimogyo-ku
CouplesFemale Solo TravellerOlder travelers (+50)

"…Kyoto is an easy city in which to do walking sightseeing, but the hostel also has bikes for rent, or many bike shops are near the station as well. Nearby buses can bring you closer to Kyoto’s

from ¥1,672 JPY
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Solo Traveller

"…5:00 to 21:00 When you request to leave your luggage before check-in. 2. Check-out time: by 10:00 3. Reception hour: from 15:00 to 21:00 4. Payment on

from ¥1,863 JPY
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南区西九条東比永城町65番地

from ¥3,291 JPY
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Santiago Guesthouse

Higashiyama-ku
Groups (10+ people)

"…There are excellent beds -- each has shelf/hanging space within the bed cubby as well as its own reading light and curtain for privacy. There are two toilets per floor to share between two dorm

from ¥1,776 JPY
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Hostel Mundo

Kamigyo-ku
Family-Friendly 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).

from ¥1,581 JPY
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96-1 Nishikujo Ikenouchicho

from ¥3,236 JPY
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Cheapest

67-24, Shichikuseinan-cho, Kita Ward

from ¥827 JPY
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"…7 minutes on foot from Kyoto Sanjo Station. It is a design hostel like a hideaway. We are a place where people from all over the world can create 'fun' The luxurious use of Kyoto's traditional

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Nishijin Kanouya

Kamigyo-ku
Free Breakfast

"…Sayako is a warm and dedicated hostel manager who has an answer to almost anything my friend and I asked about Kyoto. His dedication to his guests' comfort is shown in the little things he does for

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"…7 min walk 100yen-shop .7 min walk Big camera shop .5 min walk Umekoji Park .5 min walk Kyoto Central Market .15 min walk Five Storied Pagoda, Toji Temple .10 min walk Awashimado temple .30 sec walk

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Hostel Ebi

Nakagyo-Ku
Digital Nomads

"…It doesn’t mean that we are not good enough. If you worry about our reputation, please check Trip Advisor, Facebook or whatever you think of. You will be sure with what we offer. Please stay at my

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Quiet RestSolo Traveller

"…The house is more than 100 years but still clean and maintains very well. Location is very good. Next to subway station and close Kyoto temple area. I enjoyed relaxing myself and definitely come

from ¥8,120 JPY
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Colours

Shimogyo-ku
Family-Friendly HostelSolo TravellerYouth Hostel

"…※Staff Room (2persons) Please respect other guests since you share the house with them. Especially, in the morning and in the evening when they still sleep. ***In Kyoto City, a new

from ¥5,889 JPY
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3-291-5 Miyagawasuji Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto-fu

from ¥6,910 JPY
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Hostel Ayame

Shimogyo-ku
Solo Traveller

"…The Umekojikoen Kyoto Railway Museum-mae station’s location is a couple of minutes by foot from the hostel. Here you can get to Gion by bus no.86, 104 and 110, Kiyomizu-Dera temple by bus no.86 and

from ¥6,415 JPY
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"…in right in the heart of Kyoto. Speaking English and Japanese at the reception, staff will be happy to provide guests with practical guidance on the area. [Our policy] We always love to meet

from ¥6,290 JPY
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Solo Traveller

"…We aim to reflect this meaning in our service. Our hostel is ideally located to all major attractions and favorite destination. 4 min walk from Gojo Station, major subway line and Karasuma Gojo,

from ¥8,034 JPY
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Family-Friendly Hostel

Nakagyo-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-agaru

from ¥5,156 JPY
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Family-Friendly Hostel

56, Kamigoryo-Cho, Higashikujo

from ¥5,615 JPY
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Shiki Shiki Higashiyama, Kyoto
Family-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

Higashiyama-ku Hachiken-cho 449-2

from ¥5,917 JPY
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Shimogyo-ku Sujakuhozocho 99

from ¥4,639 JPY
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Kyo To

Nakagyo-Ku

"… Try visiting when night falls and enjoy dishes in a Izakaya you like. If you want to explore the history of Kyoto, UNESCO world hertiage 'Nijo-Castle' is a ten-minute walk from 'Kyoto Guesthouse

from ¥5,050 JPY
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"…All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Policies and Conditions 1. Checkin: 15:00 ~ 21:00 Those who wish to store their luggage before checkin will be accepted from 9:00 to

from ¥4,495 JPY

Guest Houses in Kyoto

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"…We were nervous about only one shower room, but it turned out to be no problem. It was always available when we needed it. The bedrooms have wall to wall tatami mats with each guest receiving one

from ¥3,781 JPY

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Affordable Student Accommodation: Hostels in Kyoto

Finding the perfect student accommodation in Kyoto doesn't have to break the bank. If you're a student looking for budget-friendly living options, hostels in Kyoto offer an ideal solution. These hostels cater to students with a variety of room types, from dorms to private rooms, ensuring comfort and convenience during your stay.

Whether you're staying for a semester or need long-term accommodation, there are plenty of cheap hostels in Kyoto designed for students. These hostels provide all the essentials, including Wi-Fi, study spaces, and communal kitchens, helping you focus on your studies while staying within budget.

For students who value privacy, many hostels in Kyoto offer private rooms, perfect for quiet study sessions or relaxing after a day of classes. Plus, with convenient locations near universities and public transport, these hostels are ideal for those looking to save on both accommodation and daily travel.

Good to know: It's important to note that some hostels have so-called "maximum stay limits" or age restrictions. Make sure to check the details before booking. However, many hostels in Kyoto are also flexible and can assist with long-term stays, making it easier for students to find stable accommodation throughout their studies.

Explore your options for cheap hostels in Kyoto today. Discover student-friendly accommodation that ticks all the boxes, whether you're here for a short stay or looking for a more long-term living solution.

Hostels for Big Groups in Kyoto

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