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Social & clean
K'S House Kyoto -Travelers Hostel
Kyoto Hostel
Friendly staff, spotless rooms, and a lively common area make this hostel a reliable base in Kyoto.
Hostels · Kyoto · Japan
We reviewed 69 hostels and guesthouses in Kyoto and picked the 50 best-rated for your stay.
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Social & clean
Kyoto Hostel
Friendly staff, spotless rooms, and a lively common area make this hostel a reliable base in Kyoto.
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Social & Spotless
Kyoto Hostel
A social, spotless hostel near Kyoto Station with free breakfast, bike rental, and a cozy lounge.
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Budget in Higashiyama
Kyoto Hostel
A straightforward hostel in Higashiyama, steps from Kiyomizu-dera and Gion, with lockers, a shared kitchen, and helpful staff.
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Budget Stay
Kyoto Hostel
A practical, low-cost hostel base near public transport and a shopping mall.
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Great Value
Kyoto
A practical base in Kyoto's Ukyo district with free parking, a shared kitchen, and a sociable lounge – ideal for budget travellers who like amenities.
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Top-rated hostel
Kyoto Hostel
A well-rated, secure hostel in Gion with capsule-style dorms and a 9/10 guest score.
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Budget-friendly
Quiet alley base in Higashiyama with clean rooms, friendly staff, and easy subway access – a solid budget pick.
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Traditional Value
Kyoto Hostel
A century-old Japanese house with tatami rooms, a garden library, and free morning porridge near Kyoto Station.
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High guest ratings
Kyoto Hostel
A clean, modern hostel near Gojo subway with a well-equipped kitchen and free breakfast – great value in central Kyoto.
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Traditional & Budget
Kyoto Hostel
A warm, traditional guesthouse in Kyoto's Higashiyama, with an on-site cafe and staff known for going out of their way to help.
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Historic & Welcoming
Kyoto Hostel
A clean, historic wooden hostel near Sanjusangendo Temple with spacious pods and a well-stocked kitchen.
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Central & Social
Kyoto
A highly rated 2-star hostel in Kyoto with both dorms and private rooms, plus a shared kitchen and 24-hour reception.
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Near Station
Kyoto Hostel
A hotel-grade hostel steps from Kyoto Station, with spotless facilities and showers guests call the best they've had.
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Near Kyoto Station
A 7-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this modern hostel pairs capsule-style bunks with a trendy cafe and free breakfast.
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Near Kyoto Station
Kyoto Hostel
A two-minute walk from Kyoto Station, this 15-room hostel offers traditional tatami rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a famously helpful couple running the place.
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Central & Social
Kyoto
A friendly, well-located guesthouse in Kyoto with a communal kitchen and lounge, free Wi-Fi, and a range of dorm and private rooms.
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Near Kyoto Station
A clean, friendly hostel near Kyoto Station with private bathrooms in every room and a rooftop terrace for evening views.
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Solo traveller pick
Kyoto Hostel
A solo-only hostel in Kyoto with a 9.1 service score, bike rental, and a short walk to Gion.
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Staff Favorite
Kyoto
Kyoto hostel with standout staff, a welcoming cafe-bar, and a convenient location for exploring the city.
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Kyoto hostel
Kyoto Hostel
A well-rated hostel in Kyoto with free Wi-Fi, bike rental and a shared kitchen near Gojo station.
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Traditional
A 100-year-old machiya with a warm, traditional atmosphere, close to Gion and Higashiyama Station.
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Women-only
Kyoto Hostel
A well-reviewed women-only hostel steps from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae station, with a praised breakfast and a secure, fuss-free stay.
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Traditional & Friendly
A traditional 80-year-old Kyoto townhouse with exceptionally friendly staff and a relaxed, sociable atmosphere.
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Gion Sake Bar
Kyoto
A riverside hostel in Gion with a sake bar downstairs and staff who know their sake. Comfortable beds, easy transport links, and a good-value base for exploring Kyoto.
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Central & calm
Kyoto
A friendly, well-kept hostel near the Imperial Palace and subway, with homemade breakfast and a social but calm bar.
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Adults-only
A traditional Japanese guest house in Higashiyama, with breakfast included and a 5-minute walk to Shoren-in Temple.
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Guest favorite
Kyoto Hostel
Guest favorites: spotless dorms, a welcoming team, and a location that makes Kyoto easy.
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Budget & communal
Kyoto Hostel
A budget hostel with a welcoming, communal atmosphere and staff who go out of their way to help.
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Reliable & Simple
Well-rated, simple hostel near a train station and temple, with strong scores for rooms and service.
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High staff rating
Kyoto
Friendly staff and clean rooms in a quiet Kyoto neighborhood, within reach of the city center.
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Traditional hostel
Stay in a century-old Japanese home with tatami rooms, homemade breakfast, and a host who welcomes you with matcha.
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Central & Social
Kyoto Hostel
Clean, friendly hostel near Gojo Station with bike rental and a welcoming atmosphere.
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Compact & Convenient
Kyoto Hostel
A tiny, well-rated hostel a short walk from To-ji Temple, offering private and dorm rooms.
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Traditional Charm
Kyoto
A charming, traditional Japanese guesthouse with spotless facilities and a peaceful garden, ideal for cultural immersion.
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Artistic Stay
Kyoto Hostel
An old factory turned art-filled hotel with resident artists, spacious rooms, and a quiet, well-connected location.
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Traditional stay
A traditional Japanese-style hostel in Kyoto with tatami rooms, a shared kitchen, and bike rental — praised for its friendly staff and authentic atmosphere.
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Arashiyama base
A convenient base in Arashiyama, a 9-minute walk from Togetsukyo Bridge and Tenryu-ji Temple, with Japanese-style rooms and shared facilities.
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Central & practical
Kyoto Hostel
A 16-minute walk from Nijo Castle, this central Kyoto pension offers Japanese-style rooms, a restaurant, and on-site parking.
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Central & Modern
Kyoto Hostel
Central Kyoto hostel with bike rental, free Wi-Fi, and a rooftop terrace – close to Nishiki Market.
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Budget & Central
Kyoto
A sociable, budget-friendly guesthouse in central Kyoto, praised for its location near Nishiki Market and the free breakfast spread.
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Budget stay in Gion
A simple, budget-conscious stay near Gion's lantern-lit lanes and the Kamogawa River.
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Near Kyoto Station
Kyoto Hostel
A welcoming guesthouse near Kyoto Station with tatami rooms, a shared kitchen, and a host who speaks three languages.
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Homely & central
Kyoto
Friendly staff, traditional rooms, and a great location near Nijojo-mae — all at a very reasonable price.
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Central & social
Kyoto
A well-rated hostel in central Kyoto, close to Nishiki Market and Gion, with comfortable private rooms and dorms.
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Central & Social
Kyoto
A well-run hostel in central Kyoto with capsule beds, a sociable lounge, and free breakfast – steps from the station.
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Top Rated
Kyoto
Consistently high guest ratings, a rooftop terrace, and easy access to Mibudera Temple.
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5-star hostel
Kyoto
A 5-star rated hostel in central Kyoto with family rooms and easy bus access.
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Budget-friendly
Kyoto Hostel
A budget-friendly Kyoto hostel near the subway, with a shared kitchen and air conditioning.
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Budget friendly
Kyoto Hostel
Budget-conscious stay in Kyoto’s historic district with shared kitchen, TV lounge, and free Wi-Fi.
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Great value
Kyoto
Budget-friendly hostel with spotless rooms, helpful staff, and a bus stop steps away for easy Kyoto exploring.
Map & live prices by our partner
The core of Kyoto's hostel scene lies in two areas: near Kyoto Station and in Higashiyama. Around the station, you'll find social, modern spots like Piece Hostel Kyoto, with a 9.0 rating and free breakfast, and Wise Owl Hostels Kyoto, rated 9.0, where guests praise the showers—both walkable to transport. In Higashiyama, traditional guesthouses like Gojo Guest House offer a more cultural vibe, with tatami rooms and an on-site cafe, at a slightly higher price around 7,961 JPY. The cheapest beds start at about 1,592 JPY at Santiago Guesthouse, a straightforward pick near Kiyomizu-dera.
Staying near Kyoto Station puts you minutes from the Shinkansen, buses, and subway lines, making day trips easy. The Lower East Nine Hostel is a 7-minute walk away, with capsule-style bunks, a trendy cafe, and a 9.0 rating. For even closer proximity, Seiki Kyoto Station is a 2-minute walk, offering traditional tatami rooms in a 15-room hostel, though its rating is lower at 7.4. These properties are ideal if you're arriving late or departing early, or if you plan to use Kyoto as a base for exploring the wider Kansai region.
For first-timers, Higashiyama is the quintessential Kyoto—home to Kiyomizu-dera, Gion's historic streets, and countless tea houses. It's walkable but hilly, so prepare for some climbs. The area is also where you'll find some of the most traditional hostel stays, like Guesthouse Itoya, with a 9.2 rating, set in a charming machiya with a peaceful garden (though at 14,808 JPY, it's above typical hostel prices). Alternatively, staying near Kyoto Station offers convenience and easy access to buses that reach all major sights, at a slightly lower cost on average.
Santiago Guesthouse in Higashiyama offers the lowest price on this page, starting at 1,592 JPY per night. It's a straightforward hostel with shared kitchen and lockers, steps from Kiyomizu-dera and Gion.
Kyoto Morris Hostel leads with a 9.4 guest rating, offering both dorms and private rooms, a shared kitchen, and 24-hour reception. It's priced at 10,509 JPY, higher than many hostels but still a value compared to hotels.
Yes, Cafetel Kyoto Sanjo For Ladies is a well-reviewed women-only hostel steps from Kyoto Shiyakusho-mae station. It has a 9.0 rating and includes a praised breakfast, with prices starting at 16,241 JPY.
Kyoto's peak seasons—cherry blossom (late March–April) and autumn foliage (November)—fill up quickly. For those periods, booking 2-3 months ahead is wise. Outside these times, you can often find last-minute beds, especially in larger hostels near the station.
Yes. Hostels near Kyoto Station offer immediate access to trains, subways, and buses. In Higashiyama, many hostels are within walking distance of major temples, and bike rental is common—at properties like Piece Hostel Kyoto and Rak Kiyomizu—making it easy to explore the city at your own pace.
Kyoto is a city of temples, tea houses, and narrow wooden lanes, and its budget accommodation scene reflects that. Hostels here aren't just dorm beds—they're often converted machiya townhouses, capsule-style hideaways, or social bases near the station. You'll find them clustered in Higashiyama, close to Kiyomizu-dera and Gion, and around Kyoto Station, where many of the highest-rated properties sit just a short walk from the bullet train.
The money you save on a hostel bed in Kyoto often goes further than in Tokyo: you might get a free breakfast, bike rental, or a communal kitchen in a century-old building. The range is wide—from solo-only capsules to women-only floors and traditional guesthouses with garden views. If you're flexible about dorm-style living, the city's hostel scene is one of the most characterful in Japan.
This collection of hostels in Kyoto suits budget-conscious travellers who value social spaces, free extras like breakfast and bike rental, and the chance to stay in a traditional machiya or a sleek capsule pod. If you prefer more privacy, a private room in a hostel or a budget hotel might serve you better—check the 'Cheap and budget hotels' page. For those wanting more space or family-friendly amenities, the 'Family Friendly hotels' and 'Hotels in Kyoto' pages offer a wider range of options, including ryokans for a deeply traditional stay.