Hostels in Kyoto

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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 August ($27). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is November ($95).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Tuesday ($18). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $45.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as $21, rising to an average cost of $40, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Kyoto for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kyoto?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 80 days before your trip to Kyoto. The lowest price found when booking 80 days ahead was $32 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Kyoto, Japan

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.
96-1 Nishikujo Ikenouchicho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$21
Avg. per night
1-1, Higashikujo, Kitakarasuma-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$24
Avg. per night
Simogyo-ku Sinmachidori Bukkouji Sagaru Iwatoyamacho 421, Kyoto, Japan
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$24
Avg. per night
436-1 Iwatoyamacho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$25
Avg. per night
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$27
Avg. per night
596 Tenbin-Cho Shimodatiuri Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$28
Avg. per night
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$29
Avg. per night
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$29
Avg. per night
Higashiyama-ku Ebisu-Cho 165, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$31
Avg. per night
110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$33
Avg. per night
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$33
Avg. per night
Sakyo-ku Higashimaruta-Cho 30-3, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$35
Avg. per night
177-1, Gochomecho, Nishiiru Karasuma, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$38
Avg. per night
732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$41
Avg. per night
74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
7.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$52
Avg. per night
475 Shimogawaracho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$60
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Kyoto

hostels located in the Kyoto area sorted by price and hostel class. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hostels within each hostel class.
3 stars
2 stars and under
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
1-1, Higashikujo, Kitakarasuma-Cho, Kyoto, Japan

Other accommodation in Kyoto

Shimogyo-ku Kamijuzuyamachidori Higashinotoinnishiiru Kamijuzuyamachi 329, Kyoto, Japan
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$108
Avg. per night
Higashiyama-ku Tonya-Machidori-Gojosagaru 3 Nishitachibana 467, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Spa
$378
Avg. per night
Sakyo-ku Shogoin Kawahara-Cho 25, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$97
Avg. per night
811, Yamana, Horikawa-Dori 1F, Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$644
Avg. per night
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$29
Avg. per night
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$27
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$171
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$99
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
3.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$129
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Kyoto

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Facts about staying in Kyoto

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    $45 per night is how much hostels in Kyoto cost, on average. $9 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $33 per night or less is a good deal. Kyoto hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with October being the most expensive month to book, and in August being the cheapest.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    Shin Terrace & Hostel Kyoto is the best Kyoto hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Shin Terrace & Hostel Kyoto has a rating of 9.7/10 from 232 reviews.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Kyoto closest to Gion?

    Ryokan Hostel Gion is the most popular hostel in Kyoto that’s close to Gion (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.3 km from Ryokan Hostel Gion to Gion. While there may be other hostels near Gion, Ryokan Hostel Gion is highly rated (9.0/10) by 2,101 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 “Hot tub” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, there is a hostel in Kyoto with “Hot tub” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 1 hostel have the “Hot tub” amenity in the Kyoto area. Webase Kyoto - Hostel is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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