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Our top choices for Southern Kyoto hostels

A modern cafe with a wooden counter, bar stools, and a chalkboard with motivational writing.

1. Piece Hostel Kyoto

Piece Hostel Kyoto
2.0 star property
Minami Ward
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (903 reviews)
"Great location and very clean and social place to stay!"
Canada
Emma
The price is ₩65,288
₩71,817 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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 ₩29,247
₩32,172 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
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, (562 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and very clean rooms with an excellent guest lounge with a very clean kitchen"
Canada
Jonah
The price is ₩36,773
₩44,495 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
A person working at a wooden table with a laptop under a large umbrella, with a pagoda-style building in the background.

4. 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 ₩49,088
₩53,997 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
The Next Door - Hostel
A traditional Japanese building with wooden sliding doors and a signboard.

5. HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (113 reviews)
"Charming 100 year old house. We enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly and helpful."
Canada
Sheldon
The price is ₩39,674
₩43,641 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
A narrow stone pathway leading to a wooden door, flanked by plants and a small window.

6. 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 ₩39,992
₩43,991 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, sliding doors, and a view of a garden.

7. 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 ₩159,967
₩175,964 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - 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 ₩49,250
₩57,675 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Guest House WA - Hostel
An indoor dining area with modern furniture and a glass wall overlooking a green space.

9. Piece Hostel Sanjo

Piece Hostel Sanjo
2.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (584 reviews)
"Excellent location, friendly staff comfortable sleeps. "
Canada
usha
The price is ₩59,387
₩65,326 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Piece Hostel Sanjo
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, (215 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 ₩79,349
₩87,284 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
A traditional Japanese-style room with tatami flooring, a low wooden ceiling, and a futon bed.

11. Hostel Otro Mundo

Hostel Otro Mundo
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (69 reviews)
"Everything perfect, clean, staff very kind "
United States
Jeffrey
The price is ₩37,167
₩40,884 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Hostel Otro Mundo
A building facade with large windows, a balcony, and a red awning.

12. 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 ₩39,895
₩43,884 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
A cafe with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a signboard.

13. 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 ₩71,415
₩78,557 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
A garden with a stone lantern, rocks, and various plants.

14. 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 ₩86,489
₩95,139 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Mulan Hostel
A modern room with wooden furniture, a grey sofa, and potted plants.

15. 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 ₩115,476
₩127,024 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Hostel Sui Kyoto
A room with two beds, a large window with a view of bamboo outside, and a hanging lamp.

16. 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 ₩27,919
₩40,765 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
A two-story building with a balcony on the upper floor, a small entrance area with a sign, and potted plants outside.

17. 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 ₩74,389
₩88,811 total
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Ryokan Hostel Gion
A traditional Japanese garden with a stone lantern, a small pond, and a red table.

18. Gion Koh - Hostel

Gion Koh - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Very nice to experience traditional Japanese accommodation, Hiro is a very friendly and attentive host! Strongly recommended!"
Norway
Andrea
The price is ₩143,422
₩157,764 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Gion Koh - Hostel
A modern building with a staircase leading to a lit entrance, surrounded by a bamboo fence and small plants.

19. add chaganju - Hostel

add chaganju - Hostel
2.0 star property
Uji
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (82 reviews)
"Cute, comfortable accommodation with generous uji matcha available to try!"
Singapore
Molly
The price is ₩60,027
₩66,030 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
add chaganju - Hostel
A modern building entrance with a covered outdoor seating area, glass doors, and a bicycle rack.

20. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (39 reviews)
"Good place"
United States
Antonino
The price is ₩37,118
₩40,830 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
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Top Southern Kyoto Hotel Reviews

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms are clean and staff are friendly and helpful."
Renato 4-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Richmond Hotel Premier Kyoto Ekimae

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Southern Kyoto Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,094
Accommodation
23 Hostels
Lowest Price
₩32,172
Highest Price
₩175,964