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All rooms at Piece Hostel Sanjo are air conditioned. Some units come with a private shower room and toilet, while there are shared shower rooms and toilets for other guests at the property. Bed linens and towels are provided free of charge. Female-only dormitory rooms are available. Everything was amazing and easy to use and understand, also very clean.

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9
Superb
7,043 reviews
Price from
US$39
per night

Opened in April 2013 with brand new facilities, Piece Hostel Kyoto is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Station. It features a spacious and comfortable lounge, a tatami (woven-straw) terrace and a wall-size map with latest event information around Kyoto. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property, while portable WiFi devices are available for guests to use during their stay for an additional fee.

Private rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV and a washbasin. A semi-double size bunk (120cm wide) in the dormitory rooms comes with a luggage space and a security locker. Best hostel in Japan, hands down Everything was so good, staff is very friendly and helpful, common area super nice with a kitchen, some couch and even a computer that you can use if you need There is some events organized, its super close to the station, rooms with few beds that are very comfy and it was very clean Not to mention the rooftop because it was cold and the nice (payed) breakfast Stop you research for kyoto, this place is perfect

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9
Superb
3,712 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Kyoto, Colours offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is set 400 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. Toru was an amazing host. Very helpful and responsive. Cute guesthouse, plenty of room for me!

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9.3
Superb
147 reviews
Price from
US$85
per night

Guests can choose to stay in dormitory-style rooms or in private rooms. Bathrooms and toilets are shared.

A safety deposit box is provided for storing valuable belongings. Microwave, fridge, freezer, and electric kettle are available. Laundry is also available with limited time and luggage storage is offered at the front desk. Everything was perfect. That's incredible breakfast always amazing.I loved my Accommodation. Everyone was very respectful and welcoming.

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9.2
Superb
843 reviews
Price from
US$35
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Kyoto, Guesthouse Itoya Kyoto offers air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace. This 1-star hostel offers a shared kitchen and a concierge service. The property is non-smoking and is set 1 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine. Very clean and comfortable. Staff are very nice and friendly.

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9.1
Superb
414 reviews
Price from
US$28
per night

A 15-minute walk from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and Yasaka Shrine, Guest House Gojo offers simple and cosy Japanese-style dormitory accommodation with free Wi-fi, futon beds and shared bathrooms. It is housed in a 100-year-old traditional building. The service and management. So human and nice. They upgraded me to a private room couple of days because one guy was snoring a lot in the common room. The guest house is so cozy, traditional, clean and safe. You have lockers and stable and fast WiFi. The location is just 10 mins walking from the main spots in Kyoto.

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9.1
Superb
371 reviews
Price from
US$30
per night

Situated within 400 metres of Gion Shijo Station and 1.3 km of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Rinn Hostel Miyagawacho features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto. The property is located 2.2 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto, 2.7 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 2.8 km from Heian Shrine. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.7 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple. great room in a great location!!!!

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9
Superb
63 reviews
Price from
US$192
per night

Conveniently located in the centre of Kyoto, SHIN kyoto offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace. This 2-star hostel offers a shared kitchen. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.2 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. Shin was a fantastic host - helping me throughout my stay and making me feel extremely welcome. He has fantastic English and goes above and beyond with everything he does. The room was unbelievably clean and the bed was comfortable. The shared kitchen was always spotless and had all the equipment you would need (and complimentary coffee!). While not close to the main attractions in Kyoto, the accommodation is a two minute walk from the Metro so there is no real issue.

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9.8
Exceptional
75 reviews
Price from
US$91
per night

Boasting a terrace and views of city, Guest House Hennka Kyoto is situated in Kyoto, 1.4 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple. Featuring a garden, the 2-star hostel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. The property is a 10-15-minute walk from the station, which offers easy access to all areas. It's far from the hustle and bustle of Kyoto, yet nestled in a charming Japanese setting. Absolutely polite owner, ready to help in any way.

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9.6
Exceptional
40 reviews
Price from
US$82
per night

Situated in Kyoto and with Samurai Kembu Kyoto reachable within 400 metres, Ryokan Hostel Gion features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace. The property is set 1.9 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum, 2.1 km from Kiyomizu-dera Temple and 2.2 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests.

The units at the hostel are fitted with a seating area. All rooms at Ryokan Hostel Gion have air conditioning and a safety deposit box. That's really nice hostel. The bed is comfy. The terrace is nice. The staff are so lovely. The location is great.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,813 reviews
Price from
US$44
per night

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