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 ($38). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is November ($133).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Tuesday ($25). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is $63.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as $29, rising to an average cost of $56, 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 $45 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Kyoto, Japan

At the moment, these hostels offer the lowest nightly rate out of those we've come across in Kyoto. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
96-1 Nishikujo Ikenouchicho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$29
Avg. per night
Simogyo-ku Sinmachidori Bukkouji Sagaru Iwatoyamacho 421, Kyoto, Japan
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$29
Avg. per night
1-1, Higashikujo, Kitakarasuma-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$34
Avg. per night
436-1 Iwatoyamacho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$35
Avg. per night
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$38
Avg. per night
596 Tenbin-Cho Shimodatiuri Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$39
Avg. per night
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
Avg. per night
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$40
Avg. per night
Higashiyama-ku Ebisu-Cho 165, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$43
Avg. per night
110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$46
Avg. per night
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$46
Avg. per night
Sakyo-ku Higashimaruta-Cho 30-3, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$49
Avg. per night
177-1, Gochomecho, Nishiiru Karasuma, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$53
Avg. per night
732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$58
Avg. per night
74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
7.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$73
Avg. per night
475 Shimogawaracho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$84
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Kyoto

Prices on hostels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hostel class. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in 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

Higashiyama-ku Tonya-Machidori-Gojosagaru 3 Nishitachibana 467, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Spa
$528
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$279
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
2.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$207
Avg. per night
811, Yamana, Horikawa-Dori 1F, Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$903
Avg. per night
27 Yamatocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$123
Avg. per night
848, Higashi-Shiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$82
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$239
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?

    On average, it’s $62/night for a hostel in Kyoto, though $46/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $13/night in Kyoto. Try to avoid booking your hostel in October (the most expensive month). Booking in August (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    With an average review score of 9.7 (out of 10) from 232 HotelsCombined users, Shin Terrace & Hostel Kyoto is considered the best Kyoto hostel.

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

    Shimogyo is the most popular area of Kyoto to stay in. In the past year, 1% of HotelsCombined users looking for Kyoto hostels searched within Shimogyo. Webase Kyoto - Hostel is a popular hostel in Shimogyo if you choose to stay in the area.

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

    The most popular Kyoto hostel near Gion is Ryokan Hostel Gion. Ryokan Hostel Gion has a rating of 9.0/10 from 2,101 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 0.3 km from Gion.

  • Should I stay in a Kyoto hostel?

    Hostels in Kyoto tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Kyoto hostels are, on average, cheaper than other stays in the city due to their dorm-style sleeping quarters. However, this means you can spend your money elsewhere such as on local tours and events.

  • Does Kyoto have hostels with “Hot tub” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, 1 Kyoto hostel lists “Hot tub” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Kyoto with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Webase Kyoto - Hostel.

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