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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 January (S$ 35). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is March (S$ 88).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Sunday (S$ 36). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Saturday, when the average nightly price is S$ 61.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as S$ 20, rising to an average cost of S$ 105, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from S$ 208 for a 4-star hostel in Kyoto for tonight.

How much is a Kyoto hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Kyoto this weekend for as little as S$ 26/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as S$ 47/night. For a 4-star hostel in Kyoto, the cheapest rate recently found was S$ 263/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kyoto?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Kyoto. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was S$ 37 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Kyoto, Japan

Discover affordable stays in Kyoto that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Kyoto can be found for as low as S$ 27 per night. There is currently one property in Kyoto that can be booked for this price. Haruya Higashiyama is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kyoto. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2026
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Kyoto we've come across for the dates selected. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 27
Avg. per night
Shimogyo-ku Waki-Cho 1-12, Kyoto, Japan
2.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 27
Avg. per night
596 Tenbin-Cho Shimodatiuri Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 35
Avg. per night
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 36
Avg. per night
Simogyo-ku Sinmachidori Bukkouji Sagaru Iwatoyamacho 421, Kyoto, Japan
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 39
Avg. per night
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 40
Avg. per night
709-3, Uematsu-Cho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 41
Avg. per night
152 Nishiyaoyacho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 41
Avg. per night
110-1, Rokurocho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 42
Avg. per night
Shimogyo-ku Dotemachi-Dori Shichijo-Agaru Naya-Cho 418, Kyoto, Japan
1.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 43
Avg. per night
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 44
Avg. per night
Higashiyama-ku Ebisu-Cho 165, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 44
Avg. per night
Nakagyo-ku Nishinokyo Nagamotocho 19-11, Kyoto, Japan
2.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 45
Avg. per night
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 64
Avg. per night
74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
7.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 66
Avg. per night
4-27 Sagatenryuji Kurumamichicho, Kyoto, Japan
7.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
S$ 93
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Kyoto

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Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
S$ 140
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
S$ 321
Avg. per night
Nakagyo-ku Urateramachidori Shijo Noboru Nakanomachi 538-1, Kyoto, Japan
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 80
Avg. per night
9-4, Higashikujo Muromachi, Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 191
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Kyoto

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Kyoto to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 9 June 2026.
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Facts about staying in Kyoto

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Kyoto to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 9 June 2026.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    Kyoto hostels are S$ 52/night, on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. In June is often the cheapest month to book, and in March is the most expensive month to book a hostel in Kyoto. Our users recently found hostels for S$ 14/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in Kyoto for S$ 39/night or less a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Kyoto is Colours. 195 users from HotelsCombined gave the Colours a 9.3/10 rating.

  • 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, 3% of HotelsCombined users looking for Kyoto hostels searched within Shimogyo. K's House Kyoto -Travelers 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 Nijo Train Station?

    If you’re looking for a hostel near Nijo Train Station while in Kyoto, then opt for the popular Guest House Oumi with a 9.0/10 review score from 1,473 users. The distance from Nijo Train Station to Guest House Oumi is 0.3 km.

  • 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 “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, Kyoto has 17 hostels with “Air-conditioned” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Piece Hostel Sanjo is the most popular Kyoto hostel with this amenity.

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