What is the cost of a hostel in Tokyo?

On average, it’s $58/night for a hostel in Tokyo, though $34/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $13/night in Tokyo. Try to avoid booking your hostel in July (the most expensive month). Booking in September (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Tokyo?

Based on our data, Tokyo Ueno Youth Hostel is the best Tokyo hostel, with a rating of 8.9/10 from 1,510 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Tokyo Narita Airport?

If you’re looking for hostels in Tokyo that aren’t far from Tokyo Narita Airport, then the closest one is Sakura Hostel Asakusa, which is 33.3 mi away.

What area of Tokyo is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighborhoods throughout Tokyo, 9% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Taitō in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Hotel Plus Hostel Tokyo Asakusa 1 is our most popular hostel in this area.

What is the most popular hostel in Tokyo closest to Ginza Metro Station?

If you’re looking for a hostel near Ginza Metro Station while in Tokyo, then opt for the popular Imano Tokyo Ginza Hostel with a 8.4/10 review score from 3,398 users. The distance from Ginza Metro Station to Imano Tokyo Ginza Hostel is 0.5 mi.

Should I stay in a Tokyo hostel?

Staying at a hostel in Tokyo 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 Tokyo have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

Yes, Tokyo has 22 hostels with “Air-conditioned” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Book And Bed Tokyo Shinjuku is the most popular Tokyo hostel with this amenity.

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Travel insights for hostels in Tokyo

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Tokyo is January ($18). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Tokyo is December ($122).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Tokyo is Tuesday ($16). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $65.

Which Tokyo neighborhoods are most popular to stay in?

Those visiting Tokyo tend to stay in Asakusa, where a hostel costs around $82/night. Another popular neighborhood in Tokyo is Akasaka, which is $79/night on average for a hostel.

How much is a hostel in Tokyo tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Tokyo tonight starting as low as $14, rising to an average cost of $93, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $37 for a 4-star hostel in Tokyo for tonight.

How much is a Tokyo hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Tokyo this weekend for as little as $23/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $17/night. For a 4-star hostel in Tokyo, the cheapest rate recently found was $58/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Tokyo?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Tokyo. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $40 per night.

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Top-rated Tokyo hostels

According to our users, these are some of the best hostels to stay at in Tokyo. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hostels are among the highest rated.

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Yuzan Guesthouse

423 Aburasakacho, Nara, Japan

0.2 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

$26

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Popular hostels in Tokyo

Discover well-known properties in Tokyo that are favored by visitors more than others. There are 13,147 hotels in Tokyo and price data was last updated on July 29, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Tokyo is $57/night.

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Travel insights for hostels in Tokyo

Use our HotelsCombined data-powered tips to help you find your next hostel in Tokyo.

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

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Tokyo is January ($18). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Tokyo is December ($122).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Tokyo is Tuesday ($16). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $65.

Which Tokyo neighborhoods are most popular to stay in?

Those visiting Tokyo tend to stay in Asakusa, where a hostel costs around $82/night. Another popular neighborhood in Tokyo is Akasaka, which is $79/night on average for a hostel.

How much is a hostel in Tokyo tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Tokyo tonight starting as low as $14, rising to an average cost of $93, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $37 for a 4-star hostel in Tokyo for tonight.

How much is a Tokyo hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Tokyo?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 1 day before your trip to Tokyo. The lowest price found when booking 1 day ahead was $40 per night.

Top-rated Tokyo hostels

Browse through properties in Tokyo that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 13,147 properties in Tokyo and data was last updated on July 29, 2025.

According to our users, these are some of the best hostels to stay at in Tokyo. Be sure to read user reviews to learn why these hostels are among the highest rated.

Cheapest hostels in Tokyo, Japan

These Tokyo properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. If you have the flexibility, change the dates selected to compare prices.

Hostel prices in Tokyo

A breakdown of the average price per hostel class in Tokyo. We've also highlighted the most popular hostels and best value within each hostel class.

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Other accommodations in Tokyo

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Tokyo. There are 13,147 properties in Tokyo and price data was last updated on July 29, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Tokyo is $57/night.

Where to stay in Tokyo

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Tokyo to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on July 29, 2025.

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Facts about staying in Tokyo

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