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By choosing a hostel you can spend less on lodging and set aside more of your trip funds for sightseeing during your stay. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its temples and monuments.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many different forms, but they all have a few qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social atmosphere, and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

Based on reviews from our customers, these hostels in Kyoto have positive ratings: Piece Hostel Kyoto - Located within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a rooftop terrace. Rooms come with towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi. Piece Hostel Sanjo - Located within a 5-minute walk of Nishiki Market. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a bar, and laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, bed sheets, and free WiFi in all rooms. K’s House Kyoto - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Kawaramachi Street. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with bed sheets and free WiFi. R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Gojo Station. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms. Ryokan Hostel Gion - Located within a 5-minute walk of Shijo Street. Property features include free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an elevator. You’ll find towels, showers, and hair dryers in all rooms.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Kyoto, one of Expedia’s 90 hostels might be a great choice for you.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re discovering new places, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 75°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. The rainiest months in Kyoto are July, June, September, and October, with each month seeing an average of 8 inches of rainfall.

In general, Kyoto is known for its temples, flowers, and monuments. Top attractions include Kiyomizu Temple and Fushimi Inari Shrine. Get out into nature with places like Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, Okazaki Park, and Maruyama Park. Cultural attractions include Pontocho’s Kaburenjo Theater, Samurai and Ninja Museum, and Kyoto International Manga Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in Kyoto on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the closest airport, which is Itami Airport (ITM), 24 mi (38.6 km) away. Another option is Kobe Airport (UKB), located 40 mi (64.4 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you might want to use public transit during your trip. Nearby metro stations include Shiyakusho-mae Station, Sanjo Keihan Station, and Karasuma Oike Station. To check out more of the area, take a train from Sanjo Station, Jingu-marutamachi Station, or Kyoto Kawaramachi Station.