What is the cost of a hostel in Tokyo?

$55 per night is how much hostels in Tokyo cost, on average. $13 per night was the lowest price recently found by HotelsCombined users - but anything for $31 per night or less is a good deal. Tokyo hostel prices fluctuate throughout the year, with August being the most expensive month to book, and in December being the cheapest.

What’s the best hostel in Tokyo?

Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel is the best Tokyo hostel according to HotelsCombined users. Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel has a rating of 8.9/10 from 1,532 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Tokyo Narita Airport?

The closest Tokyo hostel to Tokyo Narita Airport is Sakura Hostel Asakusa, which is 53.6 km away.

What area of Tokyo is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighbourhoods throughout Tokyo, 14% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Taitō in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Hotel Plus Hostel Tokyo Asakusa 1 is our most popular hostel in this area.

What is the most popular hostel in Tokyo closest to Shibuya Railway Station?

Turn Table is the most popular hostel in Tokyo that’s close to Shibuya Railway Station (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 0.8 km from Turn Table to Shibuya Railway Station. While there may be other hostels near Shibuya Railway Station, Turn Table is highly rated (8.0/10) by 1,289 users.

Should I stay in a Tokyo hostel?

Staying at a hostel is beneficial if you’re looking to travel to Tokyo on a budget. Spending less on accommodations means you can spend more on activities, food, and souvenirs. You may find that some hostels in Tokyo 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 Tokyo have hostels with “Wi-Fi” listed as an amenity?

Yes, there are hostels in Tokyo with “Wi-Fi” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 25 hostels have the “Wi-Fi” amenity in the Tokyo area. Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel&Hostel is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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Travel insights for hostels in Tokyo

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Tokyo including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Tokyo is February ($39). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Tokyo is August ($145).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Tokyo is Wednesday ($35). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $52.

How much is a hostel in Tokyo tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Tokyo tonight starting as low as $19, rising to an average cost of $124, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $32 for a 4-star hostel in Tokyo for tonight.

How much is a Tokyo hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Tokyo this weekend for as little as $19/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $19/night. For a 4-star hostel in Tokyo, the cheapest rate recently found was $26/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Tokyo?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Tokyo. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $39 per night.

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Top-rated Tokyo hostels

According to our users, these are some of the best hostels to stay at in Tokyo. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews and hostel descriptions and amenities.

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Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge

2-14-13 Kuramae, Tokyo, Japan

3.3 km from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air conditioning

$101

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Discover well-known properties in Tokyo that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 12,111 hotels in Tokyo and price data was last updated on 11 October 2025. The average price for a hotel in Tokyo is $55/night.

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Travel insights for hostels in Tokyo

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hostel in Tokyo including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Tokyo is February ($39). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Tokyo is August ($145).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Tokyo is Wednesday ($35). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $52.

How much is a hostel in Tokyo tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Tokyo tonight starting as low as $19, rising to an average cost of $124, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $32 for a 4-star hostel in Tokyo for tonight.

How much is a Tokyo hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Tokyo?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Tokyo. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $39 per night.

Top-rated Tokyo hostels

Browse through properties in Tokyo that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 12,111 properties in Tokyo and data was last updated on 11 October 2025.

According to our users, these are some of the best hostels to stay at in Tokyo. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews and hostel descriptions and amenities.

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Where to stay in Tokyo

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Facts about staying in Tokyo

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