What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

On average, it’s $48/night for a hostel in Kyoto, though $38/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $11/night in Kyoto. Try to avoid booking your hostel in March (the most expensive month). Booking in April (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

Based on our data, Colours - Hostel is the best Kyoto hostel, with a rating of 9.3/10 from 194 reviews.

What area of Kyoto is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighborhoods throughout Kyoto, 3% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Shimogyo in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan is our most popular hostel in this area.

What is the most popular hostel in Kyoto closest to Nijojo-mae Train Station?

If you’re looking for a hostel near Nijojo-mae 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 Nijojo-mae Train Station to Hostel Mundo is 0.6 mi.

Should I stay in a Kyoto hostel?

Staying at a hostel in Kyoto is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto is January ($27). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is March ($68).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Sunday ($19). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $39.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as $23, rising to an average cost of $95, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $138 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 $11/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $37/night. For a 4-star hostel in Kyoto, the cheapest rate recently found was $177/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kyoto?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 6 days before your trip to Kyoto. The lowest price found when booking 6 days ahead was $26 per night.

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Cheapest hostels in Kyoto, Japan

Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Kyoto we've come across for the dates selected. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.

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Haruya Higashiyama - Hostel

542-4 Furukawa-Cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan

0.7 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

$18

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Discover well-known properties in Kyoto that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 6,298 hotels in Kyoto and price data was last updated on July 7, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is $43/night.

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Travel insights for hostels in Kyoto

What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto is January ($27). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kyoto is March ($68).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Kyoto is Sunday ($19). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $39.

How much is a hostel in Kyoto tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kyoto tonight starting as low as $23, rising to an average cost of $95, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $138 for a 4-star hostel in Kyoto for tonight.

How much is a Kyoto hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kyoto?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 6 days before your trip to Kyoto. The lowest price found when booking 6 days ahead was $26 per night.

Cheapest hostels in Kyoto, Japan

Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Kyoto we've come across for the dates selected. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hostel, and hostel location.

Other accommodations in Kyoto

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Kyoto. There are 6,298 properties in Kyoto and price data was last updated on July 7, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Kyoto is $43/night.

Where to stay in Kyoto

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Kyoto to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on July 7, 2026.

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What is the cost of a hostel in Kyoto?

What’s the best hostel in Kyoto?

What area of Kyoto is most popular to stay in?

What is the most popular hostel in Kyoto closest to Nijojo-mae Train Station?

Should I stay in a Kyoto hostel?

Does Kyoto have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

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