Top hostels in Kyoto
Find the perfect hostel for your stay in Kyoto
Hostels in popular neighbourhoods in Kyoto
Below are the most popular neighbourhoods in Kyoto to stay in, as well as some of the best hostels in each area
Higashiyama
Search hostels in HigashiyamaHostel Gion Sora
Higashi Shimbashi Building 3F Hostel Gion Sora 427 Rinka-Chou Higashiyama-ku Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
Cafetel Kyoto Sanjo For Ladies
173, Shingokencho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan
tsubame-ya
2F, Saga Hirosawa 28-3, Minamino-cho, Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto Guest House
22 Saiin Sanzo-Cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto, Kyoto, Japan
Nishikyo
Search hostels in NishikyoMulan Hostel
74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
Nakagyo
Search hostels in NakagyoCheap hotels in Kyoto
These hotels usually make for a cheap way to stay in Kyoto
ez guest house
67-24 Shichiku Seinancho Kita Ward, Kyoto, Japan
Hostel Otro Mundo
370-1 Rokuban-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto
96-1 Nishikujo Ikenouchicho Minami-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Get the best value hostel in Kyoto
These hostels have the best prices for their ratings
Ryokan Hostel Gion
391-2 Motomachi, Higashiyama, Kyoto, Japan
R Star Hostel Kyoto
256-2, Motoryogaecho, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Japan
Mulan Hostel
74-16, Arashiyama Kamikaidocho, Kyoto, Japan
momondo's favourite hostels in Kyoto
Learn more about these user-preferred hostels in Kyoto
When to book a hostel in Kyoto
Check out the information below to find the best deal on a hostel in Kyoto
| Low season | September | cheapest month to stay |
| High season | October | most expensive time to stay |
| 50% | expected price decrease | |
| 47% | expected price increase |
Price | €20 - €73 |
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| Cheapest day of week | Monday | is the cheapest day of the week to book |
| Highest day of week | Friday | is the most expensive day of the week to book |
| €44 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day | |
| €69 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day |
Best neighbourhoods to book a hostel in Kyoto
Below are the average prices for hostels in the most popular neighbourhoods in Kyoto
Price | €41 - €69 |
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| CHEAPEST NEIGHBOURHOOD IN KYOTO | Kamigyo | 22% cheaper | Hostels in Kamigyo are the cheapest in Kyoto at just €41 per night on average |
| MOST EXPENSIVE NEIGHBOURHOOD IN KYOTO | Nakagyo | 23% more expensive | Nakagyo has the highest priced hostels in Kyoto with rooms averaging €69 per night |
| MOST POPULAR NEIGHBOURHOOD IN KYOTO | Shimogyo | 55% more users visited | More momondo users search for hostels in Shimogyo than any other neighbourhood in Kyoto |
Information about staying in Kyoto
Read these important travel tips before booking a hostel in Kyoto
What is the average length of a stay in a Kyoto hostel?
When staying at a hostel in Kyoto, momondo users, on average, stay for 3days. The average price for a 3-days stay at a Kyoto hostel typically costs €173.
Are Kyoto hostels a better deal than Kyoto hotels?
On average, a hostel in Kyoto will cost you €58/night which is 25% less than 2 star hotels, 40% less than 3 star hotels, and 64% less than 4 star hotels. Based on this data, staying at a hostel would be more ideal than 2 star, 3 star or 4 star accommodations if you’re looking to save some money on your Kyoto trip.
What do past momondo users think of the hostels in Kyoto?
Our users who have stayed at Kyoto hostels have rated it a 8.2 out of 10. That rating is typically better than 1-star (8.0) hotels in Kyoto. Those looking for an affordable stay in Kyoto, who are also concerned with quality, should consider a hostel.
How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Kyoto?
As of April 2025, there are 6,077 operators available to choose from for hotels in Kyoto.
When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Kyoto?
Prices for hotels in Kyoto refresh daily.