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. The hostel is about a 10-minute subway ride away from Nijo-jo Castle, and a 10-minute drive from popular Kiyomizu-dera Temple. Fushimi Inari with hundreds of red gates can be reached within a 10-minute train ride. Kyoto Piece Hostel provides a fully-equipped kitchen, a library with international books and guidebooks, and internet PCs for free. Laundry machines and clothes dryers can be used at an extra charge. Bicycles can be rented for a day to explore the city. 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. Drinks and snacks can be ordered at the on-site bar counter.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of Kyoto, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.7
High score for Kyoto
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lamba
    India India
    Very close to Kyoto station, it was easy to take the bus or the metro. Private room was quite spacious and comfortable. The staff was extremely helpful, they helped me navigate with the local buses to the destinations I wanted to travel to. The...
  • Tomasz
    Poland Poland
    Super nice hospitality. Kind personnel. Many additional things available, even a shoe dryer!
  • Nick
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very good hostel. Staff is great and the facilities are excellent! Very good location, just minutes walk from the Kyoto station.
  • Paula
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Super close to Kyoto station, great common facilities and super clean. Fantastic staff.
  • Isabelle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, modern hostel. Great facilities on offer: good size shared kitchen space downstairs with everything you need, free tea and coffee. Nice courtyard space outside and on the roof. Had a private room and the bed was huge, there was also a...
  • Amber
    Australia Australia
    Very clean, staff were absolutely amazing with everything, laundry amenities were great and had few great nights sleeps
  • Sophie
    Australia Australia
    Clean, pleasant and conveniently located next to the main station in Kyoto. Coffee facilities for the morning, unlimited towels, hair dryers provided in the room. Over and above what I would expect from a hostel. Would recommend!
  • M
    Marcel
    Australia Australia
    Facilities are top notch with plenty of towels next to the shower. Common are spread out and more than sufficient space. 3 Mac computer desktops for usage which is a bonus. Very clean as well. Location is good not for from Kyoto...
  • Maria
    Finland Finland
    It was super close to the JR Kyoto Station. Staff was very friendly and the services provide by the hotel very convenient.
  • Maria
    Finland Finland
    The location is fantastic! The staff is friendly and speaks fluent English so even problematic issues can be talked and solved with them. The dorm was spacious and the bed cubicles were roomy.

Property questions and answers
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The property usually replies within a few days

  • Do you offer luggage storage?

    We have free luggage storage for up to 2 days prior to your check-in date! Please note that luggage storage from 3 days prior will be charged 600 yen/..
    Answered on 30 November 2019
  • Hi. I’ll be arriving in Osaka at 7pm and will travel to Kyoto. Do you accept late checkins?

    Thank you very much for your inquiry. The check-in time is until 11:00 PM. So we think you have enough time to come here to check-in after you arrive at Kyoto.
    Answered on 23 July 2023
  • Hi, is there a storage for luggage?

    Yes, we can keep your luggage for free from 2 days before you check until the day of your check out at 12AM.
    Answered on 20 November 2023
  • Is there a kitchen?

    Our kitchen area is equipped with a refrigerator, induction stove, toasters, microwaves, as well as all kinds of cookware and silverware. You are free..
    Answered on 30 November 2019
  • Are sheets and towels included?

    Free linens (bed sheets, pillow covers, and towels) are provided in all rooms and dormitories. We have free shampoo, conditioner, and body soap in all..
    Answered on 30 November 2019
  • After check-out can I leave my luggage?

    Yes, We can keep your luggage even after you check-out for free until midnight.
    Answered on 3 August 2024
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Property surroundings

Facilities of Piece Hostel Kyoto
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
  • Garden
  • Heating
  • Terrace
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Transport
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Japanese
  • Chinese

House rules
Piece Hostel Kyoto takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:00
Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests arriving after 24:00 must inform the property in advance via email. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

Directions from Kyoto Station to the property may be confusing. Please remember to print out a map to the property.

Reservations with invalid credit cards may be cancelled by the property, if the guests fail to provide another valid credit card information within 24 hours after notification.

Please contact the hostel about the cancellation policy if you are booking for a group of 10 people or more. The property may not be able to accommodate a booking by the same person for more than 20 people.

Please note that the maximum occupancy of the double and twin rooms includes all children and cannot be exceeded under any circumstances. For extra guests exceeding the room occupancy, guests will be asked to separate rooms and additional charges will apply. Guests may not be accommodated if there is no availability.

When booking 5 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

An accommodation tax per person per night is not included in the price and needs to be paid at the property.

FAQs about Piece Hostel Kyoto

  • Piece Hostel Kyoto is 1.3 miles from the centre of Kyoto. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Piece Hostel Kyoto may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Piece Hostel Kyoto is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Piece Hostel Kyoto offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):