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Best Kyoto hostels

These are the best prices for 15-22 Jul.
Piece Hostel Kyoto - Kyoto - Bathroom
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Minami
9.1Wonderful(6767)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R621+
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Len Kyoto Kawaramachi - Kyoto
Len Kyoto Kawaramachi
Shimogyo
8.6Very Good(1686)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R766+
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Livemax Hostels Kyoto Ekimae - Kyoto
Livemax Hostels Kyoto Ekimae
Minami
8.4Very Good(2713)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R423+
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Webase Kyoto - Hostel - Kyoto
Webase Kyoto - Hostel
Shimogyo
8.7Very Good(2456)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R535+
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Guest House Oumi - Kyoto
Guest House Oumi
Nakagyo
9.0Wonderful(1473)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R701+
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Haruya Higashiyama - Hostel - Kyoto - Outdoor view
Haruya Higashiyama - Hostel
Higashiyama
7.9Good(616)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R416+
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Kyoto Morris Hostel - Kyoto - Lobby
Kyoto Morris Hostel
Nakagyo
9.5Wonderful(1982)
Free Wi-Fi
R646+
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Guest House Atagoya - Kyoto - Building
Guest House Atagoya
Ukyo
8.8Very Good(168)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 250+
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Toto-Ya - Kyoto - Living room
Toto-Ya
Shimogyo
8.9Very Good(14)
Air conditioning
R2 504+
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Iwatoyama Hostel Exseed - Kyoto - Bedroom
Iwatoyama Hostel Exseed
Shimogyo
7.7Good(596)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R443+
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Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel - Kyoto
Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel
Ukyo
8.7Very Good(1214)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 071+
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International Guest House Tani House - Kyoto
International Guest House Tani House
Kita
8.5Very Good(765)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 023+
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Shiori-an Guest House - Kyoto
Shiori-an Guest House
Shimogyo
8.1Very Good(1454)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R442+
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Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto - Kyoto
Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto
Kamigyo
9.2Wonderful(543)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 014+
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Wgj Hostel Kyoto - Kyoto
Wgj Hostel Kyoto
Higashiyama
8.5Very Good(41)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R637+
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Hostel Ayame - Kyoto
Hostel Ayame
Shimogyo
9.2Wonderful(564)
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
R1 057+
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Kyoto hostels near the city centre

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Piece Hostel Sanjo - Kyoto
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Nakagyo
9.0Wonderful(8243)
R607+
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R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan - Kyoto - Building
R. Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
Shimogyo
8.4Very Good(2715)
R735+
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Guest House Ga-Jyun - Kyoto - Bedroom
Guest House Ga-Jyun
Higashiyama
9.2Wonderful(1648)
R838+
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Ryokan Hostel Gion - Kyoto
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Higashiyama
9.0Wonderful(2078)
R1 451+
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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hostels in Kyoto

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay in Kyoto with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hostel rates in Kyoto?

Based on hostel prices in Kyoto found by KAYAK users over the last 12 months.

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kyoto is January, with an average nightly rate of R442. The most expensive month is March at R1 112 per night.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hostel in Kyoto?

Friday offers the lowest rates in Kyoto, with an average nightly price of R329/night. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at R876/night.

How early should you book a hostel in Kyoto?

Book at least 6 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Kyoto hostel.

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How much is a Kyoto hostel?

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

July
November
R404
R475
Cheapest month to stay with an average 30% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 151% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Kyoto hostel deals

  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 6 days before your stay to get the best price for a Kyoto hostel.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hostel in Osaka for 3 days.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Kyoto

  • How much is a hostel in Kyoto for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Kyoto in the last 3 hours was R512 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R301. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R301.

  • How much is a hostel in Kyoto for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Kyoto hostel for this weekend for as low as R173. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R607 and 4-star plus hotels from R390.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Kyoto?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Kyoto is R1 496 compared to R2 809 for a night in a hotel.

Where to find the best hostels in Kyoto?

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