A traditional Japanese onsen with clear turquoise water, wooden walkways, and a wooden bridge.

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Our top choices for Kusatsu hostels

A garden with a stone lantern, rocks, and various plants.

1. Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel
2.0 star property
Arashiyama
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Canada
Heather
$70 nightly
The price is $77
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Mulan Hostel
A room with two beds, a large window with a view of bamboo outside, and a hanging lamp.

2. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Guest House Oumi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"Tommy always makes you feel at home, a great place to stay if you want to experience Kyoto like a local. The guesthouse is minutes away from both metro an JR stations, there are businesses, convenience stores, public baths and everything you need to feel at home."
Mexico
José
$46 nightly
The price is $51
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
A modern building entrance with a covered outdoor seating area, glass doors, and a bicycle rack.

3. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (41 reviews)
"Good place"
United States
Antonino
$39 nightly
The price is $44
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, a small entrance area with a sign, and potted plants outside.

4. Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion
2.0 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"Easy to check in and check out. "
United States
Dylan
$86 nightly
The price is $95
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Ryokan Hostel Gion
A beach with a mountain in the background and a rainbow in the sky.

5. Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA

Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA
1.0 star property
Waniminamihama
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"clean"
Canada
Brett
$61 nightly
The price is $67
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Youth Hostel WANIHIMA~Lakeside BIWA
A cozy room with a large window, a wooden floor, and a small indoor garden with a potted plant.

6. HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (60 reviews)
"Good typical accomodation. Everything was great, I’ve very slept well. Great location. You can arrived at the time you can. It’s self check in and check out. There is no people at the receptions but everything was ok : I totally recommend it"
France
Aurelien
$37 nightly
The price is $41
Oct 5 - Oct 6
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and a futon bed.

7. Hostel Otro Mundo

Hostel Otro Mundo
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (69 reviews)
"Everything perfect, clean, staff very kind "
United States
Jeffrey
$29 nightly
The price is $32
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hostel Otro Mundo
A modern living room with tatami flooring, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outside.

8. K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (563 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and very clean rooms with an excellent guest lounge with a very clean kitchen"
Canada
Jonah
$47 nightly
The price is $52
Oct 5 - Oct 6
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden walkway, stone lanterns, and a small pond.

9. Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Lovely little ryokan, very traditional and homely. Traditional breakfast was tasty."
Australia
JASON
$62 nightly
The price is $68
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
A modern restaurant with long wooden tables and bar stools, a brick accent wall, and pendant lighting.

10. LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
2.5 star property
Minami Ward
7.4 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"Beware the map attached currently points to Kyoto City Hall, the actual location of this hotel is near Kyoto Station well over 2 miles away."
United States
JONATHON
$42 nightly
The price is $46
Oct 27 - Oct 28
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
A modern cafe with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a chalkboard with motivational writing.

11. Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto
2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (905 reviews)
"Great location and very clean and social place to stay!"
Canada
Emma
$64 nightly
The price is $71
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Piece Hostel Kyoto
A modern building with a large tree in front, a wooden door, and a stone wall.

12. BOND - Hostel

BOND - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimamoto
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (19 reviews)
"great location no staff as such just follow door codes given in app nice area good transport links"
United Kingdom
nicholas
$38 nightly
The price is $42
Oct 7 - Oct 8
BOND - Hostel
A cafe with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a signboard.

13. Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"Wifi, AC, staff, accommodations and location were all great. Drinks were expensive, but food and atmosphere was uniquely wonderful."
United States
Allyson
$61 nightly
The price is $67
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
A modern room with wooden furniture, a grey sofa, and potted plants.

14. Hostel Sui Kyoto

Hostel Sui Kyoto
1.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"優しく親切な店主様 アットホームで、プライベートも守られてます。 レンタル自転車、セグウェイのポイント地点でもあります。 現地について、織物の盛んな場所と知り、時間的に回れかったのが少し残念でした(⌒-⌒; )"
Japan
??
$62 nightly
The price is $69
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hostel Sui Kyoto
A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

15. Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kita Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"C’était trop bien. L’hôte est vraiment aux petits soins et attentionnée. Elle donne des conseils sur des endroits à visiter. Elle est également soucieuse de la bonne santé de ses hôtes. Elle est gentille et aimable. Si vous un petit moment, faites un tour dans son restaurant !"
France
Erwan
$34 nightly
The price is $41
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a small pond, and a red table.

16. Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Very nice to experience traditional Japanese accommodation, Hiro is a very friendly and attentive host! Strongly recommended!"
Norway
Andrea
$96 nightly
The price is $106
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Gion Koh - Hostel
An indoor dining area with modern furniture and a glass wall overlooking a green space.

17. Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (584 reviews)
"Excellent location, friendly staff comfortable sleeps. "
Canada
usha
$77 nightly
The price is $85
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Piece Hostel Sanjo
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a small garden area visible through the door.

18. Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Close to Nijo castle, everything so clean and staff really care about us!"
United States
Yan
$109 nightly
The price is $121
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Kokonoe Machiya
A building facade with large windows, a balcony, and a red awning.

19. WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Amazing Hostel, would highly recommend staying here. Everything is kept very clean and the stuff was very supportive and kind. Also the location was perfect to explore Kyoto, with several lines and buses in walking distance."
Germany
Janine
$54 nightly
The price is $60
Oct 5 - Oct 6
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
A modern building with a staircase leading to a lit entrance, surrounded by a bamboo fence and small plants.

20. add chaganju - Hostel

add chaganju - Hostel
2.0 star property
Uji
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
"Cute, comfortable accommodation with generous uji matcha available to try!"
Singapore
Molly
$44 nightly
The price is $48
Oct 12 - Oct 13
add chaganju - Hostel
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Top Kusatsu Hotel Reviews

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

10/10 Excellent
"Great location!"
Shirley 1-night trip
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Hotel Musse Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi Meitetsu

Find out more about Kusatsu

Kusatsu Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,531
Accommodation
69 Hostels
Lowest Price
$32
Highest Price
$121

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Kusatsu?
You might like the nightly rates at this top lodging option in the area, which has good reviews from our guests: Onyado Nono Kyotoshichijo Natural Hot Springs - 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from the heart of Kusatsu. 2-minute walk from Gojo Station for easy access to public transit. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kusatsu?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. The rainiest months in Kusatsu are July, June, September, and August, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kusatsu?
Depending on your interests, you might enjoy the area around Kusatsu. Get out into nature with places like Lake Biwa, Yabasekihan Island Park, and Mizunomori Water Botanical Garden. Cultural attractions include Lake Biwa Museum, Otsu City Science Museum, and Biwako Hall. Visit landmarks like Kusatsujuku Honjin, Former Chikurin-in Temple, and Ginkaku-ji Temple.
What's the best way to get to and around Kusatsu while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Kusatsu on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Itami Airport (ITM), 33.2 mi (53.4 km) from the city center. An alternative is Kobe Airport (UKB), which is 48.9 mi (78.6 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to make use of public transit. Train stations including Kusatsu Station and Minami-Kusatsu Station make it easy to explore more of the area.

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