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

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Sep 11 - Sep 13
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Oct 30 - Nov 1

Our top choices for Kusatsu hostels

Front of property - evening/night

1. 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
$26 nightly
The price is $29
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Exterior

2. WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"It was very easy to find and the room and bathroom was clean. I would rec"
United States
Meriam Mayumi
$27 nightly
The price is $29
Sep 6 - Sep 7
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
Property entrance

3. add chaganju - Hostel

add chaganju - Hostel
2.0 star property
Uji
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (82 reviews)
"Cute, comfortable accommodation with generous uji matcha available to try!"
Singapore
Molly
$39 nightly
The price is $44
Sep 11 - Sep 12
add chaganju - Hostel
Front of property

4. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (39 reviews)
"Good place"
United States
Antonino
$22 nightly
The price is $25
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
Garden

5. Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel
2.0 star property
Arashiyama
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Canada
Heather
$42 nightly
The price is $47
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Mulan Hostel
Lobby lounge

6. Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto
2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (902 reviews)
"Great location and very clean and social place to stay!"
Canada
Emma
$37 nightly
The price is $42
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Japanese Style Room, 3 People (Shared bathroom and toilet) Check-in 5PM to 9PM

7. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Guest House Oumi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 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
$24 nightly
The price is $27
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
Bar (on property)

8. 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
$37 nightly
The price is $43
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
Cafe

9. Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (583 reviews)
"Excellent location, friendly staff comfortable sleeps. "
Canada
usha
$31 nightly
The price is $35
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Exterior

10. 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
$39 nightly
The price is $43
Sep 9 - Sep 10
BOND - Hostel
Living area

11. Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Clean and warm atmosphere. Thank you Toni- san. "
Japan
Midori
$98 nightly
The price is $108
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Kokonoe Machiya
Lobby lounge

12. K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (561 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and very clean rooms with an excellent guest lounge with a very clean kitchen"
Canada
Jonah
$23 nightly
The price is $26
Sep 9 - Sep 10
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
Lobby

13. 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
$21 nightly
The price is $23
Sep 16 - Sep 17
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
Street view

14. 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
$36 nightly
The price is $40
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
Front of property - evening/night

15. R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (214 reviews)
"A great hostel at a very convenient location in Kyoto, appreciated the amenities including lockers for each traveller, would stay here again"
Canada
Zheng Fang
$42 nightly
The price is $47
Sep 7 - Sep 8
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
Lobby sitting area

16. 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
??
$43 nightly
The price is $47
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hostel Sui Kyoto
Property grounds

17. 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
$51 nightly
The price is $56
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view

18. Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay, a nice experience in a Japanese house. Mama and Papa are so kind and generous, very welcoming, and the place is so cosy and charming. I'd happily come back and stay here! 😊🤗 "
South Korea
Anonymous traveler
$117 nightly
The price is $129
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
Exterior

19. HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (59 reviews)
"Awesome to stay on a century old, traditional building, the place is clean overall, but it would have been nice to see a staff."
Canada
Noel
$22 nightly
The price is $24
Sep 8 - Sep 9
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
Exterior

20. HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (113 reviews)
"Charming 100 year old house. We enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly and helpful."
Canada
Sheldon
$22 nightly
The price is $24
Sep 7 - Sep 8
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
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Top Kusatsu Hotel Reviews

Agora Kyoto Karasuma

Agora Kyoto Karasuma

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel rooms they are amazing, including the staff and the clean rooms. Close walk to any shop store and restaurants."
Nelson 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Agora Kyoto Karasuma

Find out more about Kusatsu

Kusatsu Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,935
Accommodation
72 Hostels
Lowest Price
$23
Highest Price
$129

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, Mizunomori Water Botanical Garden, and Biwako Quasi-National Park. 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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