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Kyoto Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,917
Accommodation
93 Hostels
Lowest Price
€45
Highest Price
€122

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Kyoto?
By choosing a hostel, you can reduce your spending on lodging and use more of your money for exploring during your holiday. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its temples and monuments.
What is a hostel?
These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of forms, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many have private options too).
What are the best hostels in Kyoto?
Based on reviews from our guests, these hostels in Kyoto have positive ratings: Piece Hostel Kyoto - Located within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. Rooms come with towels, free toiletries and linens. Piece Hostel Sanjo - Located within a 5-minute walk of Nishiki Market. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar and laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, free toiletries and lockers in all rooms. R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Gojo Station. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, free toiletries and lockers in all rooms. Ryokan Hostel Gion - Located within a 5-minute walk of Shijo Street. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen and laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, showers and free toiletries in all rooms.
How many hostels can I expect to find in Kyoto?
If you’re hoping to find somewhere affordable to stay in Kyoto, one of Expedia’s 93 hostels might be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kyoto?
Good weather’s definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. The rainiest months in Kyoto are July, June, September and October, with each month seeing an average of 206 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kyoto?
In general, Kyoto is known for its temples, flowers and monuments. Major attractions include Nishiki Market, Kawaramachi Street and Kiyomizu Temple. Get out into nature with places such as Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, Okazaki Park and Maruyama Park. Cultural attractions include Pontocho’s Kaburenjo Theater, Kyoto International Manga Museum and Gion Shirakawa Area.
What's the best way to get to and around Kyoto while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Kyoto on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Osaka (ITM-Itami), 24 mi (38.6 km) away. Another option is Kobe (UKB), which is 40 mi (64.4 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you might want to make use of public transport. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Shiyakusho-mae Station, Sanjo Keihan Station and Karasuma Oike Station. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Sanjo Station, Jingu-marutamachi Station or Kyoto Kawaramachi Station.

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