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A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

1. 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
$36 nightly
The price is $43
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
A garden with a stone lantern, rocks, and various plants.

2. Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel
2.0 star property
Arashiyama
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Canada
Heather
$55 nightly
The price is $62
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Mulan 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, (40 reviews)
"Good place"
United States
Antonino
$25 nightly
The price is $28
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden walkway, stone lanterns, and a small pond.

4. 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
$61 nightly
The price is $67
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and a futon bed.

5. 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
$24 nightly
The price is $27
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Hostel Otro Mundo
A building facade with large windows, a balcony, and a red awning.

6. 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
$28 nightly
The price is $31
Sep 28 - Sep 29
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
An indoor dining area with modern furniture and a glass wall overlooking a green space.

7. 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
$59 nightly
The price is $66
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Piece Hostel Sanjo
A modern room with wooden furniture, a grey sofa, and potted plants.

8. 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
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Hostel Sui Kyoto
A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, a small entrance area with a sign, and potted plants outside.

9. 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
$77 nightly
The price is $85
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Ryokan Hostel Gion
A room with two beds, a large window with a view of bamboo outside, and a hanging lamp.

10. 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
$35 nightly
The price is $38
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a small garden area visible through the door.

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
$100 nightly
The price is $111
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Kokonoe Machiya
A cafe with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a signboard.

12. 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
$41 nightly
The price is $46
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
A modern hotel entrance with a well-lit facade, a reception desk, and a small landscaped area with a tree.

13. R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (215 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
$61 nightly
The price is $68
Sep 25 - Sep 26
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a kettle, and a clock on the wall.

14. Hostel Mundo

Hostel Mundo
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (97 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay. "
United States
Raquel
$49 nightly
The price is $55
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hostel Mundo
A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a small pond, and a red table.

15. 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
$105 nightly
The price is $115
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Gion Koh - Hostel
A cozy room with a large window, a wooden floor, and a small indoor garden with a potted plant.

16. 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
$30 nightly
The price is $33
Sep 28 - Sep 29
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a large window with a grid pattern.

17. Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed

Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (42 reviews)
"Me and my sister really enjoyed our stay here. It was a quiet and nice place to rest after a long day touring around. We liked the options for coffee in the morning and the freedom to use the kitchenette area :)"
Canada
Eda
$33 nightly
The price is $37
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed
A traditional Japanese building with wooden sliding doors and a signboard.

18. 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
$26 nightly
The price is $29
Sep 23 - Sep 24
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
A modern restaurant with long wooden tables and bar stools, a brick accent wall, and pendant lighting.

19. 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 23 - Sep 24
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden.

20. 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
$116 nightly
The price is $128
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
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10/10 Excellent
"Perfect Location to stay in Kyoto."
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Accommodation
42 Hostels
Lowest Price
$23
Highest Price
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