What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

$41 per night is how much hostels in Kyoto cost, on average. $10 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $30 per night or less is a good deal. Kyoto hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with March being the most expensive month to book, and in June being the cheapest.

What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

Colours is the best Kyoto hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Colours has a rating of 9.3/10 from 195 reviews.

What is the most popular hostel in Kyoto closest to Arashiyama?

Mulan Hostel is the most popular hostel in Kyoto that’s close to Arashiyama (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 1.3 km from Mulan Hostel to Arashiyama. While there may be other hostels near Arashiyama, Mulan Hostel is highly rated (8.9/10) by 814 users.

Should I stay in a Kyoto hostel?

Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Kyoto on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Kyoto offer amenities similar to those that hotels provide, such as continental breakfasts, 24/7 check-in, an on-site bar, and free Wi-Fi - so there’s often no need to forego any travel comforts.

Does Kyoto have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

Yes, there are hostels in Kyoto with “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 17 hostels have the “Air-conditioned” amenity in the Kyoto area. Piece Hostel Sanjo is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto is January ($27). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is March ($68).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Sunday ($28). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $47.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as $19, rising to an average cost of $84, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $162 for a 4-star hostel in Kyoto for tonight.

How much is a Kyoto hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Kyoto this weekend for as little as $20/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $37/night. For a 4-star hostel in Kyoto, the cheapest rate recently found was $205/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kyoto?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Kyoto. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $29 per night.

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Haruya Umekoji

Shimogyo-ku Waki-Cho 1-12, Kyoto, Japan

2.6 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

$21

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Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 6,320 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 4 June 2026. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is $44/night.

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Travel insights for hostels in Kyoto

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto is January ($27). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is March ($68).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Sunday ($28). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $47.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as $19, rising to an average cost of $84, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $162 for a 4-star hostel in Kyoto for tonight.

How much is a Kyoto hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kyoto?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Kyoto. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $29 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Kyoto, Japan

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Should I stay in a Kyoto hostel?

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