Hostels in Kyoto

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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 August (S$ 34). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is November (S$ 120).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Tuesday (S$ 22). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Monday, when the average nightly price is S$ 48.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as S$ 34, rising to an average cost of S$ 68, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Kyoto for tonight.

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$ 41 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Kyoto, Japan

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.
96-1 Nishikujo Ikenouchicho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 27
Avg. per night
1-1, Higashikujo, Kitakarasuma-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 30
Avg. per night
Simogyo-ku Sinmachidori Bukkouji Sagaru Iwatoyamacho 421, Kyoto, Japan
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 30
Avg. per night
436-1 Iwatoyamacho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 32
Avg. per night
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 35
Avg. per night
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 36
Avg. per night
596 Tenbin-Cho Shimodatiuri Agaru, Kyoto, Japan
2.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 36
Avg. per night
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
2.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 38
Avg. per night
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 39
Avg. per night
Higashiyama-ku Ebisu-Cho 165, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 39
Avg. per night
Sakyo-ku Higashimaruta-Cho 30-3, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 44
Avg. per night
177-1, Gochomecho, Nishiiru Karasuma, Kyoto, Japan
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 48
Avg. per night
732 Makuracho, Kyoto, Japan
3.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 53
Avg. per night
74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
7.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 61
Avg. per night
475 Shimogawaracho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 76
Avg. per night

Hostel prices in Kyoto

hostels located in the Kyoto area sorted by price and hostel class. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hostel class.
3 stars
2 stars and under
Nakagyou-ku Tominokoji Sanjo-Kudaru, Asakura-Cho 531, Kyoto, Japan
S$ 35
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
S$ 36
21-1 Higashikujo Higashisanno-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
S$ 38
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
S$ 39
1-1, Higashikujo, Kitakarasuma-Cho, Kyoto, Japan
S$ 30

Other accommodation in Kyoto

Higashiyama-ku Tonya-Machidori-Gojosagaru 3 Nishitachibana 467, Kyoto, Japan
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Spa
S$ 479
Avg. per night
848, Higashi-Shiokojicho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
2.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 81
Avg. per night
Nakagyo-ku Urateramachidori Shijo Noboru Nakanomachi 538-1, Kyoto, Japan
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 72
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.8 km from city centre
Air conditioning
S$ 218
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
1.2 km from city centre
Air conditioning
S$ 132
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
3.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
S$ 163
Avg. per night
811, Yamana, Horikawa-Dori 1F, Kyoto, Japan
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 806
Avg. per night
Kyoto, Japan
2.9 km from city centre
Air conditioning
S$ 183
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Kyoto

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Facts about staying in Kyoto

  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

    Kyoto hostels are S$ 57/night, on average. However, you may find that prices fluctuate depending on the time of year. In September is often the cheapest month to book, and in October is the most expensive month to book a hostel in Kyoto. Our users recently found hostels for S$ 16/night - which is currently the lowest price. Keep in mind that we would consider anything in Kyoto for S$ 48/night or less a good deal.

  • What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

    Based on rated reviews, the best hostel in Kyoto is Shin Terrace & Hostel Kyoto. 232 users from HotelsCombined gave the Shin Terrace & Hostel Kyoto a 9.7/10 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, 1% of HotelsCombined users looking for Kyoto hostels searched within Shimogyo. R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan 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 Hostel Mundo with a 7.5/10 review score from 481 users. The distance from Nijo Train Station to Hostel Mundo is 1.2 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 “Hot tub” listed as an amenity?

    Yes, Kyoto has 1 hostel with “Hot tub” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Webase Kyoto - Hostel is the most popular Kyoto hostel with this amenity.

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