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Hostels in Kyoto

A building facade with large windows, a balcony, and a red awning.

A modern interior with wooden tables and chairs, a projection screen with abstract designs, and a ceiling with exposed ductwork.

A reception desk with a sign reading 'eBase Kyoto,' wooden paneling, and a small desk lamp.

A row of stacked front-loading washing machines in a commercial setting.

1. WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

$68

$75 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern building entrance with a covered outdoor seating area, glass doors, and a bicycle rack.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a brick wall, and industrial ceiling features.

A modern lobby with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a red leather couch, a long table, and a bar area with stools.

2. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Downtown Kyoto

$83

$91 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A cafe with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a signboard.

A bar area with patrons, a counter, and shelves of bottles.

A room with multiple seating areas, a ceiling fan, and a built-in oven.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a round mirror, a wooden chair, and a small table.

3. Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

$81

$89 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with two beds, a small table, and a large window with a grid pattern.

A reception area with a chandelier, a check-out counter, and a corridor leading to a room with a wooden wall.

A person taking a photo of a traditional building with a wooden railing and hanging lanterns.

A modern elevator with a digital display showing the floor number 2.

4. Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed

Shimogyo Ward

$37

$41 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A room with two beds, a large window with a view of bamboo outside, and a hanging lamp.

A tatami mat room with a low table and two cushions.

A room with a wooden table, a sofa, and a large window with a red umbrella outside.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a sliding door with a view of bamboo, and a hanging scroll.

5. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Central Kyoto

$94

$119 total

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, a small entrance area with a sign, and potted plants outside.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a clock on the wall, and a set of lockers to the right.

A room with bunk beds, wooden walls, and a carpeted floor.

A conference room with a large wooden table and several benches.

6. Ryokan Hostel Gion

Gion

$102

$118 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and a futon bed.

A hostel with a tiled exterior, a bicycle parked outside, and a sign indicating it is a hostel.

A narrow hallway with a wooden floor leading to a room with shelves and a bicycle.

A wooden interior with bunk beds, a bench, and a hanging light fixture.

7. Hostel Otro Mundo

Central Kyoto

$44

$48 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A traditional Japanese building with wooden sliding doors and a signboard.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low wooden table, and a sliding door.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a futon bed, and a sliding door with a view of greenery outside.

A wooden cabin with a stone bench and a lantern in the garden.

8. HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

$43

$47 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with tatami flooring, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a small dining area.

A room with a tatami mat floor, a sliding shoji door, and a bed with a blue and white checkered bedspread.

9. K's House Kyoto - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

$100

$121 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern restaurant with long wooden tables and bar stools, a brick accent wall, and pendant lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a sink, and a mirror.

A wooden cabin with a single bed, a wall-mounted light, and two no-smoking signs.

10. LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

Minami Ward

$46

$51 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern hotel entrance with a well-lit facade, a reception desk, and a small landscaped area with a tree.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a dining area with chairs.

A modern hotel room with a wooden floor, a sofa, a TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a potted plant.

11. R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

Shimogyo Ward

$98

$108 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A cozy room with a large window, a wooden floor, and a small indoor garden with a potted plant.

A narrow kitchen with a wooden bench, a sink, and various kitchen appliances.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with chairs, a bookshelf, and sliding doors with shoji screens.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, cushions, and sliding doors.

12. HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

Higashiyama Ward

$43

$47 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern room with wooden furniture, a grey sofa, and potted plants.

A wooden interior with a central staircase, wooden walls, and a bed in the background.

A modern interior with wooden flooring and a unique geometric design.

13. Hostel Sui Kyoto

Central Kyoto

$84

$92 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A garden with a stone lantern, rocks, and various plants.

A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, a dining table, and a built-in oven.

A modern, well-lit room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a kitchen area, and shelves with books and bottles.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and intricate woodwork on the ceiling and walls.

14. Mulan Hostel

Arashiyama

$69

$76 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, a wooden desk with a vase, and a small table with a potted plant.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a shoji screen, and a green futon bed.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, a sofa, and a sliding shoji screen door.

A traditional Japanese-style kitchen with a wooden dining table, a microwave, and a refrigerator.

15. Guest House WA - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

$52

$68 total

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a small pond, and a red table.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a tatami mat table with a hanging light fixture.

A dimly lit room with a wooden table, a red chair, and a fan.

A traditional Japanese interior with a wooden door, a stone floor, and a lantern.

16. Gion Koh - Hostel

Higashiyama Ward

$167

$184 total

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen door, and a small garden area visible through the door.

A traditional Japanese building with wooden sliding doors, a potted plant, and a lantern.

A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, stainless steel sink, and a built-in microwave.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden door, potted plants, and a tiled roof.

17. Kokonoe Machiya

Central Kyoto

$141

$156 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A narrow stone pathway leading to a wooden door, flanked by plants and a small window.

A hallway with a light fixture, a sign, and a plant.

A modern interior with wooden walls and floors, a long table with benches, and a visible kitchen area.

A compact room with a bunk bed, a small stool, and a shelf unit.

18. Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

$74

$82 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a bamboo basket, and a variety of plants and rocks.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a bamboo plant, and a wooden building with sliding doors.

A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof and wooden lattice windows.

19. Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

Shimogyo Ward

A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A traditional Japanese garden with a stone pathway, a rock garden, and a wooden structure.

A bar with shelves of various bottles and glasses, some with Japanese labels.

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a futon bed.

20. Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

Kita Ward

$52

$57 total

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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Top neighborhoods in Kyoto

A traditional Japanese street with cherry blossoms, stone pathway, wooden houses, and orange lanterns.

A stone pathway lined with cherry blossoms and traditional buildings.

A traditional wooden building with a stone pathway and a cherry blossom tree in full bloom.

A traditional Japanese building with red and white walls, a tiled roof, and a stone lantern in the foreground.

A traditional temple with ornate decorations and illuminated lanterns.

Gion

Wander through Gion's narrow lanes where wooden machiya houses transport you to old-world Kyoto. Catch glimpses of geiko and maiko hurrying to appointments in elegant kimono along Hanamikoji Street. Yasaka Shrine's vermillion gates and the willow-lined Shirakawa canal create perfect photo backdrops for culture seekers. Temple gardens offer peaceful retreats from the bustling crowds. Exclusive kaiseki restaurants hide behind unassuming wooden facades, requiring reservations weeks ahead. Artisan shops sell handcrafted kimono accessories and traditional fans until early evening. Visit during morning hours to avoid the tourist crush. The neighborhood is best explored on foot, with the Gion-shijo Station connecting you to greater Kyoto.

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A cityscape with a prominent tower, dense urban buildings, and a mountainous backdrop.

A traditional gate with ornate golden decorations and a tiled roof.

A traditional Japanese gate with ornate golden decorations and a tiled roof.

A traditional Japanese gate with intricate golden patterns and a clear blue sky.

A cityscape with a prominent tower and modern buildings.

Central Kyoto

Central Kyoto's historic streets are home to breathtaking UNESCO treasures like Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Nijo Castle. You can immerse yourself in authentic Japanese culture through mesmerizing geisha performances in Gion or peaceful tea ceremonies amid picturesque gardens. Wander through the thousands of vermilion torii gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine or marvel at the gleaming Kinkaku-ji Golden Pavilion. Traditional ryokans offer tatami floors and cultural immersion while local shops showcase exquisite textiles and ceramics. The neighborhood is best explored on foot or via the convenient metro stations at Imadegawa, Kuramaguchi, or Nijojo-mae. Morning visits help you dodge crowds and soak up temple bell echoes across this living museum of Japanese heritage.

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A traditional Japanese pagoda with a red and white color scheme, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear sky.

A traditional Japanese building with a wooden structure and a view of a cityscape in the background.

A traditional red building with a curved roof, surrounded by stone statues and steps leading up to it.

A traditional Japanese street with wooden buildings, a pagoda, and a stone pathway.

A traditional Japanese gate, a cherry blossom tree, and a stone path.

Higashiyama Ward

Traditional-style buildings and protected status define this part of Kyoto, with entertainment in Gion near Yasaka Shrine. Must-see attractions include Kiyomizu Temple, Kyoto National Museum, and Namikawa Cloisonne Museum.

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Two people walking through a bamboo forest.

A pathway flanked by tall bamboo trees with a clear sky above.

A pathway flanked by tall bamboo trees and dry grass, leading into a dense bamboo forest.

A train on a bridge over a river, surrounded by autumn-colored trees.

Arashiyama

Historic Site and Place of Scenic Beauty, Arashiyama offers attractions like Iwatayama Monkey Park, Tenryū-ji temple, and Sagano bamboo forest. Easily accessible and walkable, it's perfect for exploring Kyoto's western outskirts.

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A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a well-lit train station.

A cityscape at dusk with a prominent tower lit against the sky, modern buildings, and a busy intersection.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, traditional pagoda, and modern buildings.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a clear sky.

A cityscape with a prominent tower, modern buildings, and a curved road.

Shimogyo Ward

Discover bustling Shijō Street's shopping district and explore attractions like Kyoto Tower and Kyoto Railway Museum. Easily navigate the area from Kyoto Station, a major transport hub.

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Top landmarks in Kyoto

A traditional Japanese temple complex with autumn foliage, a prominent pagoda, and wooden walkways.

Kiyomizu Temple

9.0/10 (8,712 reviews)

Higashiyama Ward is home to Kiyomizu Temple and is a popular place to see in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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A red torii gate with stone lion statues on either side, leading to a shrine with a red roof.

Fushimi Inari Shrine

9.2/10 (8,924 reviews)

Fushimi Ward is home to Fushimi Inari Shrine, so why not stop by during your stay in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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A bustling indoor market with various shops and stalls.

Nishiki Market

8.8/10 (4,133 reviews)

If you like the hustle and bustle of a market, you might want to head out to Nishiki Market in Downtown Kyoto and take in the atmosphere. Splash some more cash at Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, Kawaramachi Street, and Pontocho Alley.

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A brightly lit urban street at night with illuminated buildings and a tree-lined sidewalk.

Kawaramachi Street

8.8/10 (5,318 reviews)

If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Kawaramachi Street in Shimogyo Ward. Splash some more cash at Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street, Nishiki Market, and Pontocho Alley.

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Nijō Castle

9.0/10 (4,696 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Nijō Castle— just one of the monuments in Central Kyoto. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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Kyoto Tower

8.2/10 (5,022 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Kyoto Tower— just one of the monuments in Shimogyo Ward. Our travelers also love the sacred temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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A traditional gate with ornate decorations and a clear blue sky above.

Kyoto Imperial Palace

8.8/10 (4,212 reviews)

Central Kyoto is home to Kyoto Imperial Palace, so why not stop by during your stay in Kyoto. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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A clock tower with a large clock face and a brick building with arched windows.

Kyoto University

7.8/10 (1,149 reviews)

If you'd like to get a taste of Kyoto student life, check out Kyoto University in Sakyo Ward. Let yourself be amazed at the temples in the area— your cultural tour starts here.

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Kyoto and related destinations

Between ancient temples and modern manga museums, Kyoto reveals itself through contrasts. Wander through vermillion gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine, where thousands of torii create tunnels of orange against green mountainside. Geisha hurry through narrow Gion streets at dusk, their white-painted faces glimpsed briefly before disappearing into exclusive teahouses. The golden pavilion of Kinkaku-ji appears to float on its reflecting pond, somehow more impressive than any photograph suggests. Nishiki Market offers bizarre delicacies and perfect ceramics in equal measure. Don't miss Arashiyama's bamboo grove, where morning light filters through impossibly tall stalks creating a green cathedral effect that explains why the Japanese find spirituality in nature.

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About the destination

Visitors really like Kyoto, especially its temples and gardens. Simply book a local tour to enjoy your stay a little more. Why not spend time at Kyoto Municipal Zoo and Kyoto Aquarium?You might find that sights like Kiyamachi Street and Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater are worth a visit.