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Our top choices for Otsu hostels

Living area

1. Hostel Otro Mundo

Hostel Otro Mundo
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Everything perfect, clean, staff very kind "
United States
Jeffrey
The price is 722.775 ₫
795.052 ₫ total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hostel Otro Mundo
Lobby lounge

2. 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 878.742 ₫
966.616 ₫ total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Piece Hostel Kyoto
Front of property – evening/night

3. Ryokan Hostel Gion

Ryokan Hostel Gion
2.0 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"Easy to check in and check out. "
United States
Dylan
The price is 996.947 ₫
1.227.920 ₫ total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Ryokan Hostel Gion
Exterior

4. 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 659.314 ₫
725.245 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
WeBase KYOTO - Hostel
Front of property

5. Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel

Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
1.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Good place"
United States
Antonino
The price is 765.559 ₫
842.115 ₫ total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Kyoto Guesthouse HIVE - Hostel
Street view

6. Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel

Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"Everything was amazing, highly recommend staying here :)"
United Kingdom
Victoria
The price is 1.044.316 ₫
1.148.748 ₫ total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Len KYOTO KAWARAMACHI – Hostel
Japanese garden

7. 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
The price is 2.700.148 ₫
2.970.163 ₫ total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Gion Koh - Hostel
Japanese Style Room, 3 People (Shared bathroom and toilet) Check-in 5PM to 9PM | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

8. Guest House Oumi - Hostel

Guest House Oumi - Hostel
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 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 852.010 ₫
1.162.210 ₫ total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Guest House Oumi - Hostel
Lobby lounge

9. K's House Kyoto - Hostel

K's House Kyoto - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (557 reviews)
"Very friendly staff and very clean rooms with an excellent guest lounge with a very clean kitchen"
Canada
Jonah
The price is 593.680 ₫
718.353 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
K's House Kyoto - Hostel
Café

10. 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 909.696 ₫
1.000.666 ₫ total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Piece Hostel Sanjo
Exterior

11. HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel

HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
2.0 star property
Higashiyama Ward
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (59 reviews)
"Awesome to stay on a century old, traditional building, the place is clean overall, but it would have been nice to see a staff."
Canada
Noel
The price is 590.751 ₫
649.826 ₫ total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
HARUYA Higashiyama - Hostel
Exterior

12. HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel

HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
2.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (111 reviews)
"Charming 100 year old house. We enjoyed our stay. Staff was friendly and helpful."
Canada
Sheldon
The price is 590.751 ₫
649.826 ₫ total
21 Aug - 22 Aug
HARUYA Umekoji - Hostel
Books

13. Kokonoe Machiya

Kokonoe Machiya
2.0 star property
Central Kyoto
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Clean and warm atmosphere. Thank you Toni- san. "
Japan
Midori
The price is 2.226.392 ₫
2.449.031 ₫ total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Kokonoe Machiya
Lobby

14. 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 549.849 ₫
604.834 ₫ total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
LiVEMAX HOSTELS Kyotoekimae
Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

15. Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed

Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed
1.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (40 reviews)
"Me and my sister really enjoyed our stay here. It was a quiet and nice place to rest after a long day touring around. We liked the options for coffee in the morning and the freedom to use the kitchenette area :)"
Canada
Eda
The price is 536.927 ₫
590.587 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Iwatoyama Hostel EXseed
Annex Japanese-style room / Garden view | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

16. 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 traveller
The price is 2.669.701 ₫
2.936.687 ₫ total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Guesthouse KYOTO COMPASS - Hostel
Interior

17. 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 933.061 ₫
1.092.028 ₫ total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Guest House WA - Hostel
Front of property – evening/night

18. 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
Shizuya KYOTO - Hostel
Balcony

19. 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 1.395.719 ₫
1.535.291 ₫ total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The Next Door - Hostel
Front of property – evening/night

20. 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 1.715.564 ₫
1.887.120 ₫ total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
R Star Hostel Kyoto Japan
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Top Otsu Hotel Reviews

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely hotel with private onsen. Great location for getting around."
Steven 3-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Kyoto Umekoji Kadensho

Find out more about Otsu

Otsu Hostels information

Number of reviews
2,804
Accommodation
60 Hostels
Lowest Price
590.587 ₫
Highest Price
2.970.163 ₫

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Otsu?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its lake views and hot springs.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Otsu?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. The rainiest months in Otsu are July, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 238 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Otsu?
In general, Otsu is known for its temples, hot springs and jogging trails. Major attractions include Lake Biwa. Get out into nature with places such as Ogoto Onsen, Mount Hiei and Biwako Valley. Cultural attractions include Biwako Hall, Otsu City Science Museum and Otsu City Museum of History.
What's the best way to get to and around Otsu while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Otsu in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Osaka (ITM-Itami), located 33.6 mi (54.1 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Kobe (UKB), which is 49.6 mi (79.8 km) away. When you're out and about, you may want to use public transport to get around. To check out more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Ogotoonsen station, Biwako-Hamaotsu Station or Kamisakaemachi Station.

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