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Iwatoyama Hostel

8.1Fabulous(12)

Kyoto, JapanView map1.57km from city centre

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Located in Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto.

Iwatoyama Hostel has the best price-performance ratio! It is only a 6-minute walk to Shijo-Karasuma, which is most convenient for transportation in Kyoto. Rooms is equipped with an air conditioner and comfortable bedding for your pleasant stay.

The accommodation is an 18-minute walk from the Kyoto International Manga Museum and 2.4 km from Nijo Castle.
We also offer free WiFi throughout the building and a shared kitchen.

We will do our best to satisfy your needs!

1. Check-in time: from 15:00 to 21:00
When you request to leave your luggage before check-in.
2. Check-out time: by 10:00
3. Reception hour: from 15:00 to 21:00
4. Payment on arrival: cash (JPY) or credit cards (Visa, Master, and Amex)
5. Cancellation policy:
(1) A week to 5 days or more before Arrival Date: free
(2) 4-2 days before Arrival Date: 50% of the first night
(3) on the day or No Show: 100% of the first night
6. Age restriction: No
7. No smoking.
8. Pets are not allowed.
9. Breakfast not included.
10. Taxes not included: Kyoto city accommodation tax payable on arrival.

House Rules

Check In

15:00 - 21:00

Check Out

until 10:00

Taxes Not Included

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Facilities

Free City Maps
Free WiFi
Free Internet Access
Covid-19 safe
Luggage Storage
Reception (limited hours)
Internet access
Wi-Fi

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Reviews

8.1Fabulous(12)

Value for Money
7.3
Security
10.0
Atmosphere
6.0
Cleanliness
8.7
Staff
8.3
Location
8.3
Facilities
8.0

Summary of traveller reviews

Iwatoyama Hostel in Kyoto offers a great location and helpful staff. While it's a chill place, it's not very social. Some guests found the beds uncomfortable and the temperature control in rooms inconsistent, with upper bunks being particularly problematic.

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Stayed in May 2026

7.1

daniel

Male, 25-30, Palestine

Staff was nice, bathrooms and showers are outside of the dorms, location was okay and the a.c is above a single bed so it’s kinda unfair for whoever has to sleep directly under it, or they just heat up the room and the lower beds gets almost no air, could barely sleep a couple of nights but I guess not everyone felt the same as me.

Stayed in May 2026

9.1

Ella

Female, 25-30, England

great location, staff explained everything well. facilities were just what I needed. bed however really wasn't comfy and there was no where to really put things on the bed, which I always think should be standard. overall showers and toiletries were very nice, locker space in the room was reliable too

Stayed in Mar 2026

9.1

Lydia

Female, 31-40, USA

Great location and helpful staff! Not so much of a social vibe, but a chill place to start and end the day

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Location

421 Iwatoyamacho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, Japan

1.6km from city centre

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About Kyoto

8.8Fabulous(418 Reviews)

Activities

9.3

Eating out

8.9

Shopping

8.2

Chilling out

8.6

Transport

8.7

Sightseeing

9.7

Culture

9.8

Nightlife

7.3

Value for Money

8.4

About Kyoto

A city embedded with rich culture and history you’ll find yourself exploring classical Buddhist temples, imperial places, traditional wooden houses and so much more. Once the capital of Japan for more than one thousand years, Kyoto is proudly located on Japan’s main island, Honshu.

When it comes to hostels in Kyoto, there is a mixture of traditional ryokans and modern chic hostels to choose from. In traditional ryokans, you take off your shoes before entering and sliding paper doors divide the rooms. With pod hostels becoming an increasingly popular option for travellers when choosing between cheap hostels, you’ll be in pod haven in Kyoto's hostels. A quirky Kyoto hostel, Book and Bed will have book lovers in a state of lust during their stay with hundreds of books nested around beds to choose from.

Chose to stay central for your general sight seeing and easy transportation access. While if you love being amongst nature surrounded by mountains perhaps a stay at a hostel in Nose is what you’re after. With over one hundred Kyoto hostels to choose from, we’re sure you’ll find a hostel in Kyoto that meets both your needs and fellow travellers. Read our guide on where to stay in Kyoto here

Culture and history buffs, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to things to do in Kyoto. Visit the Kyoto Railway Museum that is an impressive 30,000 square meters in size with a total of 53 retired trains or perhaps a visit to one (or multiple) temples such as the Hiei-zan and Kiyomizu-Dera sounds more up your alley. Don’t miss the Grand Prix, Iwatayama Monkey Park, Nijo Castle, Fushimi Inari-Taisha shrine and the Gion district.

A world-class public transport system including buses, trains and subways makes for easy and efficient travelling in and around Kyoto. Since the city is compact and relatively flat, cycling and walking are also great eco-friendly options when it comes to exploring the city. You’ll find six train lines, 2 subways and an incredibly extensive bus system. If you’re wanting to travel a bit off the beaten path, taxis are reasonably priced and can help connect you to areas that aren’t easily reached via public transport.