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Discover well-known properties in Tokyo that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 12,241 hotels in Tokyo and price data was last updated on 12 May 2026. The average price for a hotel in Tokyo is $62/night.
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Unplan Shinjuku
Unplan Shinjuku

Unplan Shinjuku

5-3-15 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
This hostel has a colorful, stylish design that is based on the imagery of the neon lights in Shinjuku. Breakfast is included, Wi-Fi can be accessed for free within the facilities, and there is a common room (with a TV, couch, and kitchen with household electronics). We promise you a comfortable stay at a reasonable price
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
2826 reviews
Location
5.4 km from city centre
$85
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almond hostel & cafe Shibuya
almond hostel & cafe Shibuya

almond hostel & cafe Shibuya

1-7 Motoyoyogicho, Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan
This smoke-free hostel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Bathrooms are shared. Almond hostel & cafe Shibuya offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature washers/dryers and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers and bidets. Additionally, rooms include ceiling fans and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
7.8
Good
1816 reviews
Location
7.5 km from city centre
$75
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Citan Hostel
Citan Hostel

Citan Hostel

15-2 Nihombashi-Odemnacho, Tokyo, Japan
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Bathrooms are shared and limited housekeeping is available. CITAN - Hostel offers 44 accommodations with slippers and hair dryers. This Tokyo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, 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
8.8
Excellent
2661 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
$79
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IMANO TOKYO HOSTEL
IMANO TOKYO HOSTEL

IMANO TOKYO HOSTEL

5-12-2, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan
To explore Tokyo furthermore and to experience Tokyoite's culture and daily life style, this is it! It's shiny clean hostel opening in November right in middle of Tokyo. You can meet people from all over the world with Tokyoite's favorite sake and foods at the cozy Cafe and Bar on the first floor
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.1
Excellent
3488 reviews
Location
5.7 km from city centre
$76
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Focus Kuramae
Focus Kuramae

Focus Kuramae

4-21-2 Kuramae, Tokyo, Japan
This is a hostel in Kuramae area, 10 minutes to the south from Asakusa. Kuramae, the so-called Brooklyn of Tokyo, has a strong Shitamachi (downtown) atmosphere even nowadays. Have a peaceful stay in this calm, relaxing town.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.2
Excellent
1636 reviews
Location
3.2 km from city centre
$61
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Unplan Kagurazaka
Unplan Kagurazaka

Unplan Kagurazaka

23-1 Tenjin-Cho, Tokyo, Japan
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and 2 coffee shops/cafes are available at this hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area. Change of bedsheets is available on request. UNPLAN Kagurazaka - Hostel offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and laptop-compatible safes. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and rice cookers. Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of bedsheets can be requested. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
2014 reviews
Location
4.3 km from city centre
$154
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Glamping Tokyo Asakusa
Glamping Tokyo Asakusa

Glamping Tokyo Asakusa

2-24-8, Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
Our newly built hostel in Oku-Asakusa is awaiting your stay!
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.7
Excellent
807 reviews
Location
4.5 km from city centre
$63
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Tokyo Guest House 2020
Tokyo Guest House 2020

Tokyo Guest House 2020

Arakawa-ku Higashiogu 2-33-14, Tokyo, Japan
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and a bidet, as well as a detached shared bathroom and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a refrigerator, towels, and slippers.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
1137 reviews
Location
6.9 km from city centre
$69
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Sakura Hostel Asakusa
Sakura Hostel Asakusa

Sakura Hostel Asakusa

2-24-2 Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
Excellent access to Senso-Ji temple, Skytree, and Akihabara! Enjoy a different Tokyo experience at an international inn where travelers from all over the world gather. There are dormitory shared rooms and private rooms for families and groups also. Reception open 24 hours.
Free Wi-Fi
7.9
Good
1992 reviews
Location
4.5 km from city centre
$90
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Hostel Hana An
Hostel Hana An

Hostel Hana An

Katsushika-ku, Kanamachi 4-23-11, Tokyo, Japan
Coffee/tea in a common area, a microwave in a common area, and a refrigerator in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a garden. Bathrooms are shared and housekeeping is available on request. Hostel HANA AN offers 5 accommodations with slippers and shared/communal kitchens. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Tokyo hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels 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
8.5
Excellent
655 reviews
Location
12.9 km from city centre
$59
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Travel insights for hostels in Tokyo

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hostel in Tokyo.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Tokyo is September ($17). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Tokyo is June ($111).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Tokyo is Friday ($60). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $101.

How much is a hostel in Tokyo tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Tokyo tonight starting as low as $18, rising to an average cost of $131, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $26 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 $24/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $24/night. For a 4-star hostel in Tokyo, the cheapest rate recently found was $46/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Tokyo?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 65 days before your trip to Tokyo. The lowest price found when booking 65 days ahead was $48 per night.

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Top-rated Tokyo hostels

Browse through properties in Tokyo that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 12,241 properties in Tokyo and data was last updated on 12 May 2026.
Some of the very best Tokyo hostels as rated by our users. Make sure to read hostel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
328 Hostel & Lounge
328 Hostel & Lounge

328 Hostel & Lounge

Ota-ku, Haneda 3-2-8, Tokyo, Japan
15.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$91
Avg. per night
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Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge
Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge

Nui. Hostel & Bar Lounge

2-14-13 Kuramae, Tokyo, Japan
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$73
Avg. per night
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Guesthouse Sensu
Guesthouse Sensu

Guesthouse Sensu

2F 3-1-6 Higashi Koujiya, Ota-ku, Tokyo, Japan
14.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$140
Avg. per night
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Cheapest hostels in Tokyo, Japan

Discover affordable stays in Tokyo that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Tokyo can be found for as low as $11 per night. There is currently one property in Tokyo that can be booked for this price. Hostel Jaz is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Tokyo. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2026
These Tokyo properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.
Hostel Jaz
Hostel Jaz

Hostel Jaz

1-3-5 Kitaueno, Tokyo, Japan
4.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$11
Avg. per night
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Ueno Station Hostel Oriental 1 Male Only
Ueno Station Hostel Oriental 1 Male Only

Ueno Station Hostel Oriental 1 Male Only

6-9-9 Ueno, Tokyo, Japan
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
$18
Avg. per night
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Ueno Station Hostel Oriental 2 Cater To Men
Ueno Station Hostel Oriental 2 Cater To Men

Ueno Station Hostel Oriental 2 Cater To Men

6-9-7 Ueno, Tokyo, Japan
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$22
Avg. per night
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bnb+ Secret Base Mejiro
bnb+ Secret Base Mejiro

bnb+ Secret Base Mejiro

Mejiro 3-2-9 Muramatsu Building 2F, Tokyo, Japan
7.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$32
Avg. per night
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obi Hostel
obi Hostel

obi Hostel

3-14 Yokoyamacho Nihonbashi, Tokyo, Japan
1.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$35
Avg. per night
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Hotel Plus Hostel Tokyo Asakusa 1
Hotel Plus Hostel Tokyo Asakusa 1

Hotel Plus Hostel Tokyo Asakusa 1

2-13-1 Kaminarimon, Tokyo, Japan
4.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$37
Avg. per night
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Hostel Kura
Hostel Kura

Hostel Kura

6-6-9 Higashiueno, Taito, Tokyo, Japan
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$37
Avg. per night
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&and Hostel Minamisenju
&and Hostel Minamisenju

&and Hostel Minamisenju

3-2-9 Minamisenju, Arakawa, Tokyo, Japan
6.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$40
Avg. per night
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Book And Bed Tokyo Shinjuku
Book And Bed Tokyo Shinjuku

Book And Bed Tokyo Shinjuku

Shinjuku Kabukicho 1-27-5 Kabukicho Apm Building 8F, Tokyo, Japan
6.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$43
Avg. per night
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plat hostel keikyu minowa forest
plat hostel keikyu minowa forest

plat hostel keikyu minowa forest

Ryusen 3-39-5, Tokyo, Japan
5.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$45
Avg. per night
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Yamate Rest House
Yamate Rest House

Yamate Rest House

1-9-5 Hyakunincho, Tokyo, Japan
6.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$48
Avg. per night
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Hotel Tomariya Ueno
Hotel Tomariya Ueno

Hotel Tomariya Ueno

4-20-4 Higashi Ueno, Tokyo, Japan
3.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$48
Avg. per night
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bnb+ Shinbashi
bnb+ Shinbashi

bnb+ Shinbashi

5-1-5 Shinbashi, Tokyo, Japan
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$48
Avg. per night
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&and Hostel Akihabara
&and Hostel Akihabara

&and Hostel Akihabara

3-9-1 Sakumacho, Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$50
Avg. per night
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Hostel prices in Tokyo

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Tokyo to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Tokyo at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2026.
hostels located in the Tokyo area sorted by price and hostel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.
3 stars
Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel&Hostel
Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel&Hostel

Grids Tokyo Ueno Hotel&Hostel

7-10-4 Ueno, Tokyo, Japan
$86
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2 stars and under
Unplan Shinjuku
Unplan Shinjuku

Unplan Shinjuku

5-3-15 Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
$85
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Hotel Plus Hostel Tokyo Asakusa 1
Hotel Plus Hostel Tokyo Asakusa 1

Hotel Plus Hostel Tokyo Asakusa 1

2-13-1 Kaminarimon, Tokyo, Japan
$37
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Book And Bed Tokyo Shinjuku
Book And Bed Tokyo Shinjuku

Book And Bed Tokyo Shinjuku

Shinjuku Kabukicho 1-27-5 Kabukicho Apm Building 8F, Tokyo, Japan
$43
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&and Hostel Minamisenju
&and Hostel Minamisenju

&and Hostel Minamisenju

3-2-9 Minamisenju, Arakawa, Tokyo, Japan
$40
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Ueno Station Hostel Oriental 1 Male Only
Ueno Station Hostel Oriental 1 Male Only

Ueno Station Hostel Oriental 1 Male Only

6-9-9 Ueno, Tokyo, Japan
$18
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Other accommodations in Tokyo

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nestay suite tokyo shibuya
nestay suite tokyo shibuya

nestay suite tokyo shibuya

Tokyo, Japan
6.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$139
Avg. per night
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Citadines Central Shinjuku Tokyo
Citadines Central Shinjuku Tokyo

Citadines Central Shinjuku Tokyo

1-2-9, Kabukicho, Tokyo, Japan
6.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$197
Avg. per night
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Apa Hotel Asakusa Tawaramachi Ekimae
Apa Hotel Asakusa Tawaramachi Ekimae

Apa Hotel Asakusa Tawaramachi Ekimae

Nishia Asakusa 1-2-3, Taito-ku, Tokyo, Japan
3.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$69
Avg. per night
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Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier
Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier

Mitsui Garden Hotel Jingugaien Tokyo Premier

11-3, Kasumigaokamachi, Tokyo, Japan
4.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$212
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Tokyo

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Facts about staying in Tokyo

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Tokyo to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 12 May 2026.

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Tokyo?

    On average, it’s $62/night for a hostel in Tokyo, though $46/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $10/night in Tokyo. Try to avoid booking your hostel in October (the most expensive month). Booking in December (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What’s the best hostel in Tokyo?

    With an average review score of 9.1 (out of 10) from 1,228 HotelsCombined users, Hostel Chapter Two Tokyo is considered the best Tokyo hostel.

  • What hostel is closest to Tokyo Narita Airport?

    Hostel Hana An is 46.9 km away from Tokyo Narita Airport, making it the closest Tokyo hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

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

    Taitō is the most popular area of Tokyo to stay in. In the past year, 9% of HotelsCombined users looking for Tokyo hostels searched within Taitō. Hotel Plus Hostel Tokyo Asakusa 1 is a popular hostel in Taitō if you choose to stay in the area.

  • What is the most popular hostel in Tokyo closest to Yanaka?

    The most popular Tokyo hostel near Yanaka is Base Inn Komagome Tokyo. Base Inn Komagome Tokyo has a rating of 7.1/10 from 569 HotelsCombined users and it’s located just 1.5 km from Yanaka.

  • Should I stay in a Tokyo hostel?

    Hostels in Tokyo tend to have a more active social scene than hotels, so they’re perfect for outgoing travellers looking to meet other people. Tokyo 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 Tokyo have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, 30 Tokyo hostels list “Air-conditioned” as an amenity. If you’re looking for a particular hostel in Tokyo with this feature, then consider staying at the popular Unplan Shinjuku.

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