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Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 6,168 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 11 July 2025. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is $50/night.
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All filtersNakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel with a bar, a quick walk to Nishiki Market A bar/lounge, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include laundry facilities, express check-out, and a TV in a common area. Limited housekeeping is available. Piece Hostel Sanjo offers 58 accommodations with slippers and complimentary toiletries. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
6545 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
$31
74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
Sleeps 28; can be booked for exclusive use. A two-minute walk from Arashiyama Station in Kyoto. Designed for families, groups, and events. Equipped with laundry facilities, refrigerator, and microwave oven, making it perfect for long-term stays. The hostel has a living room and dining room on the first floor, making it extremely livable
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
744 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
$31
152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel in Kyoto, near Kyoto Tower This smoke-free hostel features free WiFi in public areas. Housekeeping is available on request. Kyoto Guesthouse Lantern - Hostel offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
375 reviews
Location
2.4 km from city centre
$55
732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel in Kyoto, near Kitano Tenmangū Along with self parking, this hostel has concierge services and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a TV in a common area and a vending machine. Bathrooms are shared and limited housekeeping is available. Hostel Sui Kyoto offers 16 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
779 reviews
Location
3.6 km from city centre
$34
110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a bidet, as well as air conditioning and towels. Other amenities include slippers, tour/ticket assistance, housekeeping, and luggage storage.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.3
Excellent
855 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
$30
173, Shingokencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Riverwalk hostel with a coffee shop and a restaurant A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, multilingual staff assistance, and a reception hall are onsite. Limited housekeeping is available. CAFETEL KYOTO SANJO for Ladies - Hostel, Caters to Women offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
9.1
Excellent
495 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
$125
4-27 Sagatenryuji Kurumamichicho, Kyoto, Japan
Our accommodation is located close to the JR station and provides convenient access to Kyoto Station, making it perfect for sightseeing around the Rakusai area (Arashiyama, Sagano, etc.) and for business travel. All our rooms are Japanese-style, allowing you to relax in a tatami room. We also accept bookings for private events!
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
9.0
Excellent
183 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
$72
Funayacho 660, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel in Kyoto, a short walk to Shijo Street This smoke-free hostel features laundry facilities, a garden, and a TV in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a front-desk safe. Bathrooms are shared. Colours - Hostel offers 3 accommodations with rice cookers and slippers. Guests can make use of the in-room full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, and hair dryers. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.
Free Wi-Fi
9.4
Excellent
188 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
$63
Shimogyo-ku Sujakukitanokuchicho 27, Kyoto, Japan
Located just a minute's walk from Nanajo Senbon bus stop and a 5-minute walk from JR Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station. Hostel Ayame is a guest house in Shimogyo Ward of Kyoto. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Some rooms come with an en suite bathroom with a shower. Guests can use the shared kitchen at the guest house during their stay. There are various local and fast-food dining options and a grocery store within a 5-minute walk from the property. Kyoto Central Wholesale Market is a 3-minute walk from the property. Kinkaku-ji Temple is a 25-minute bus ride from the guest house. JR Tanbaguchi Station is a 12-minute walk from the property. Saga-Arashiyama Station is 10 minutes away by train, while JR Nijo Station is 2-minutes away via train. Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a 25-minute bus ride from the guest house. The nearest airport is Osaka Itami Airport, 36 km from Hostel Ayame.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.9
Excellent
520 reviews
Location
3.1 km from city centre
$60
30-12 Karahashitakadacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel with a bar, near Kyoto Tower A bar/lounge, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free train station pick-up are also provided. Additionally, laundry facilities, a garden, and free train station drop-off are onsite. Bathrooms are shared. CōBō Hostel offers 3 accommodations with rice cookers and slippers. Guests can make use of the shared/communal kitchen. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, toilets with an electronic bidet, and hair dryers. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
228 reviews
Location
3.7 km from city centre
$145
Travel insights for hostels in Kyoto
Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Kyoto including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.
What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto?
The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto is February ($23). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is March ($85).
What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Kyoto?
The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Monday ($23). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is $59.
How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kyoto?
Save money by booking a hostel at least 90 days before your trip to Kyoto. The lowest price found when booking 90 days ahead was $22 per night.
Cheapest hostels in Kyoto, Japan
Discover affordable stays in Kyoto that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Kyoto can be found for as low as $20 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. Haruya Higashiyama is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on 11 July 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Kyoto for the selected dates. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$20
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596 Tenbin-Cho Shimodatiuri Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$21
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2F, Saga Hirosawa 28-3, Minamino-cho, Kyoto, Japan
6.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$21
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370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$21
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1-12 Wakicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$23
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229, Akezu-Dori St., Kogawa-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$24
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$24
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Ukyo-ku, Uzumasa, Nakayama-Cho 29, Kyoto, Japan
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$26
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418 Naya Cho, Kyoto, Japan
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$27
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Kita-ku Murasakino Daitokuji 8, Kyoto, Japan
4.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$27
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$27
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Nakagyo-ku Nishinokyo Nagamotocho 19-11, Kyoto, Japan
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$28
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$29
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$30
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3F, 4-4 Uji Myoraku, Uji, Japan
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$30
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$30
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13.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
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$408
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