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Our top choices for Southern Kyoto hostels

1. Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto
2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (902 reviews)
"Great location and very clean and social place to stay!"
Canada
Emma
The price is ₩46,688
₩51,361 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Piece Hostel Kyoto
A modern restaurant with long wooden tables and bar stools, a brick accent wall, and pendant lighting.

2. LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae

LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
2.5 star property
Minami Ward
7.4 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"Beware the map attached currently points to Kyoto City Hall, the actual location of this hotel is near Kyoto Station well over 2 miles away."
United States
JONATHON
The price is ₩29,214
₩32,135 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
A modern living room with tatami flooring, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outside.

3. K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (558 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and very clean rooms with an excellent guest lounge with a very clean kitchen"
Canada
Jonah
The price is ₩31,542
₩38,165 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden.

4. Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel

Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"It was a wonderful stay, a nice experience in a Japanese house. Mama and Papa are so kind and generous, very welcoming, and the place is so cosy and charming. I'd happily come back and stay here! 😊🤗 "
South Korea
Anonymous traveler
The price is ₩142,669
₩156,936 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
A person working at a wooden table with a laptop under a large umbrella, with a pagoda-style building in the background.

5. The Next Door - Hostel

The Next Door - Hostel
1.0 star property
Minami Ward
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (22 reviews)
"Pretty good for the price. "
Canada
Minwei
The price is ₩67,891
₩74,680 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The Next Door - Hostel
A traditional Japanese building with wooden sliding doors and a signboard.

6. HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (112 reviews)
"Charming 100 year old house. We enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly and helpful."
Canada
Sheldon
The price is ₩28,534
₩31,387 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
A narrow stone pathway leading to a wooden door, flanked by plants and a small window.

7. Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel

Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"蛇口をひねると全て地下水、塩素との入っていないお水、冷蔵庫にいつも冷えてて美味しい。 お部屋はとても狭くて隠れ家な感じだけど寝に帰るだけなので全然気にならない、なんだか凄く良いニオイがします。"
Japan
みすず
The price is ₩34,241
₩37,665 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a shoji screen, a wooden desk with a vase, and a small table with a potted plant.

8. Guest House WA - Hostel

Guest House WA - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19 reviews)
"Very close to bus stop and train station, clean rooms, shower and comfort rooms,caring staff."
United States
Nancy
The price is ₩49,286
₩57,720 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Guest House WA - Hostel
A building facade with large windows, a balcony, and a red awning.

9. WeBase KYOTO - Hostel

WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
2.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"It was very easy to find and the room and bathroom was clean. I would rec"
United States
Meriam Mayumi
The price is ₩35,030
₩38,533 total
Aug 30 - Aug 31
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
A modern hotel entrance with a well-lit facade, a reception desk, and a small landscaped area with a tree.

10. R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan

R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (214 reviews)
"A great hostel at a very convenient location in Kyoto, appreciated the amenities including lockers for each traveller, would stay here again"
Canada
Zheng Fang
The price is ₩87,187
₩95,906 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
A cafe with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a signboard.

11. Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"Wifi, AC, staff, accommodations and location were all great. Drinks were expensive, but food and atmosphere was uniquely wonderful."
United States
Allyson
The price is ₩55,486
₩61,035 total
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
A garden with a stone lantern, rocks, and various plants.

12. Mulan Hostel

Mulan Hostel
2.0 star property
Arashiyama
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Great place to stay. "
Canada
Heather
The price is ₩86,393
₩95,033 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Mulan Hostel
An indoor dining area with modern furniture and a glass wall overlooking a green space.

13. Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (581 reviews)
"Excellent location, friendly staff comfortable sleeps. "
Canada
usha
The price is ₩48,333
₩53,166 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Piece Hostel Sanjo
A room with two beds, a large window with a view of bamboo outside, and a hanging lamp.

14. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Guest House Oumi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"Tommy always makes you feel at home, a great place to stay if you want to experience Kyoto like a local. The guesthouse is minutes away from both metro an JR stations, there are businesses, convenience stores, public baths and everything you need to feel at home."
Mexico
José
The price is ₩38,779
₩53,898 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
A bar area with a wooden counter, bar stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

15. Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel

Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kita Ward
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"C’était trop bien. L’hôte est vraiment aux petits soins et attentionnée. Elle donne des conseils sur des endroits à visiter. Elle est également soucieuse de la bonne santé de ses hôtes. Elle est gentille et aimable. Si vous un petit moment, faites un tour dans son restaurant !"
France
Erwan
The price is ₩53,606
₩62,949 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Guesthouse Sakura Komachi - Hostel
A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, a small entrance area with a sign, and potted plants outside.

16. Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion
2.0 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"Easy to check in and check out. "
United States
Dylan
The price is ₩39,234
₩50,132 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Ryokan Hostel Gion
A modern building with a large tree in front, a wooden door, and a stone wall.

17. BOND - Hostel

BOND - Hostel
1.0 star property
Shimamoto
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (19 reviews)
"great location no staff as such just follow door codes given in app nice area good transport links"
United Kingdom
nicholas
The price is ₩57,067
₩62,774 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
BOND - Hostel
A traditional Japanese garden with a wooden walkway, stone lanterns, and a small pond.

18. Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel

Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
"Lovely little ryokan, very traditional and homely. Traditional breakfast was tasty."
Australia
JASON
The price is ₩71,334
₩78,467 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Guesthouse KINGYOYA - Hostel
A modern room with wooden furniture, a grey sofa, and potted plants.

19. Hostel Sui Kyoto

Hostel Sui Kyoto
1.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"優しく親切な店主様 アットホームで、プライベートも守られてます。 レンタル自転車、セグウェイのポイント地点でもあります。 現地について、織物の盛んな場所と知り、時間的に回れかったのが少し残念でした(⌒-⌒; )"
Japan
??
The price is ₩65,363
₩71,899 total
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Hostel Sui Kyoto
A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a small pond, and a red table.

20. Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Very nice to experience traditional Japanese accommodation, Hiro is a very friendly and attentive host! Strongly recommended!"
Norway
Andrea
Gion Koh - Hostel
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Top Southern Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, modern hotel close to the sites"
Robert 4-night trip
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Nohga Hotel Kiyomizu Kyoto

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Southern Kyoto Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,739
Accommodation
23 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩31,387
Highest Price
₩156,936