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Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 5,917 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on 30 October 2025. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is $52/night.
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Ryokan Hostel Gion
Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion

391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel in Kyoto, steps from Hanamikoji Street Along with coffee/tea in a common area, this hostel has a microwave in a common area and a refrigerator in a common area. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities, a TV in a common area, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available on request. Ryokan Hostel Gion offers 75 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, toilets with an electronic bidet, and complimentary toiletries. This Kyoto hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.9
Excellent
1919 reviews
Location
0.7 km from city centre
$92
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Len Kyoto Kawaramachi
Len Kyoto Kawaramachi

Len Kyoto Kawaramachi

709-3, Uematsu-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel with a restaurant, steps from Kawaramachi Street This hostel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, laundry facilities and a front-desk safe are onsite. Bathrooms are shared and limited housekeeping is available. Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
1552 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
$62
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Mulan Hostel
Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel

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
758 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
$64
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Guest House Oumi
Guest House Oumi

Guest House Oumi

Nakagyo-ku Nishinokyo Nagamotocho 19-11, Kyoto, Japan
Just a five-minute walk from Nijo Station. Stay in this renovated traditional townhouse. Offering easy access to famous Kyoto tourist sites such as Nijo-jo Castle, Arashiyama, Kinkaku-ji Temple, Ryoan-ji Temple, Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Fushimi Inari Taisha, and Gion. Enjoy all that Kyoto has to offer from this small accommodation in Nijo, Kyoto.
Free Wi-Fi
9.1
Excellent
1431 reviews
Location
2.5 km from city centre
$58
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Cobo Hostel
Cobo Hostel

Cobo Hostel

30-12 Karahashitakadacho, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Attractively located in the Minami Ward district of Kyoto, HoNoDo COBO is situated 2.4 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 3.7 km from Katsura Imperial Villa and 3.9 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple. Featuring a garden, the 2-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a shared bathroom. The property is 2.9 km from the city centre and 2.3 km from Kyoto Station. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall is 3.9 km from the hostel, while Tofuku-ji Temple is 4.1 km from the property. Itami Airport is 42 km away.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.1
Excellent
250 reviews
Location
3.7 km from city centre
$92
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Colours
Colours

Colours

Funayacho 660, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Conveniently located in the centre of Kyoto, Colours offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. At the hostel, all rooms include a desk. The shared bathroom is fitted with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Popular points of interest near Colours include Kyoto Station, TKP Garden City Kyoto and Kyoto International Manga Museum. Itami Airport is 44 km from the property.
Free Wi-Fi
9.3
Excellent
198 reviews
Location
1.4 km from city centre
$109
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Guest House Atagoya
Guest House Atagoya

Guest House Atagoya

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
8.9
Excellent
186 reviews
Location
7.8 km from city centre
$67
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Hostel Ayame
Hostel Ayame

Hostel Ayame

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
536 reviews
Location
3.1 km from city centre
$78
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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 April ($75).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Monday ($43). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $78.

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 $24 per night.
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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 $29 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. Kyoto Guest House The Last Samurai is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on 30 October 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.
Kyoto Guest House The Last Samurai
Kyoto Guest House The Last Samurai

Kyoto Guest House The Last Samurai

22 Saiin Sanzo-Cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
3.1 km from city centre
$29
Avg. per night
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Haruya Umekoji
Haruya Umekoji

Haruya Umekoji

1-12 Wakicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$32
Avg. per night
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Rak Kiyomizu
Rak Kiyomizu

Rak Kiyomizu

110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$33
Avg. per night
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Haruya Higashiyama
Haruya Higashiyama

Haruya Higashiyama

542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$33
Avg. per night
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R Star Hostel Kyoto
R Star Hostel Kyoto

R Star Hostel Kyoto

256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$34
Avg. per night
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Piece Hostel Sanjo
Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo

Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$36
Avg. per night
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Piece Hostel Kyoto
Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto

21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$37
Avg. per night
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tsubame-ya
tsubame-ya

tsubame-ya

2F, Saga Hirosawa 28-3, Minamino-cho, Kyoto, Japan
6.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$40
Avg. per night
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Hostel Mundo
Hostel Mundo

Hostel Mundo

596 Tenbin-Cho Shimodatiuri Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$40
Avg. per night
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Hostel Otro Mundo
Hostel Otro Mundo

Hostel Otro Mundo

370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$40
Avg. per night
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K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel
K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel

K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel

418 Naya Cho, Kyoto, Japan
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$40
Avg. per night
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Guest House Wa
Guest House Wa

Guest House Wa

152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
Avg. per night
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Hostel Sui Kyoto
Hostel Sui Kyoto

Hostel Sui Kyoto

732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$50
Avg. per night
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Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel
Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel

Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel

Ukyo-ku, Uzumasa, Nakayama-Cho 29, Kyoto, Japan
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$52
Avg. per night
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Kyoto Hana Hostel
Kyoto Hana Hostel

Kyoto Hana Hostel

229, Akezu-Dori St., Kogawa-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$55
Avg. per night
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Hostel Niniroom
Hostel Niniroom

Hostel Niniroom

30-3 Higashimarutacho, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$56
Avg. per night
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Ryokan Wakamiya
Ryokan Wakamiya

Ryokan Wakamiya

701 Ebisu-Tyo, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$108
Avg. per night
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Japanese Ryokan Seryo
Japanese Ryokan Seryo

Japanese Ryokan Seryo

22 Ohara Shorincho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
13.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$431
Avg. per night
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Seikoro Ryokan - Established in 1831
Seikoro Ryokan - Established in 1831

Seikoro Ryokan - Established in 1831

467 Nishitachibana-cho, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Spa
$404
Avg. per night
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Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross
Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross

Guesthouse Hyakumanben Cross

157 Tanakaooi-Cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$61
Avg. per night
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Kyoto Guesthouse Oyado Kei
Kyoto Guesthouse Oyado Kei

Kyoto Guesthouse Oyado Kei

415-1, Karigane-cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$158
Avg. per night
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Ayame-an
Ayame-an

Ayame-an

Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$262
Avg. per night
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No.8 Kyoto
No.8 Kyoto

No.8 Kyoto

Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$214
Avg. per night
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Kiraku Kyoto Gion
Kiraku Kyoto Gion

Kiraku Kyoto Gion

Kyoto, Japan
1.1 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$294
Avg. per night
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Station

848, Higashi-Shiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$98
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Kyoto

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Kyoto to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 30 October 2025.
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Facts about staying in Kyoto

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Kyoto to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 30 October 2025.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    $52 per night is how much hostels in Kyoto cost, on average. $16 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $40 per night or less is a good deal. Kyoto hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with December 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 198 reviews.

  • What area of Kyoto is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Kyoto, 8% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Shimogyo in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. K's House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • 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 758 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.

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