APA Hotel Kyoto EkimaevsKyoto Utano Youth Hostel
Both hotels are endorsed by writers. On balance, Utano Youth Hostel scores slightly better than APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae. Utano Youth Hostel has a TripExpert Score of 73 with positive reviews from 3 reviewers including Time Out, oyster.com and Lonely Planet.
APA Hotel Kyoto Ekimae
806 Minami Fudodocho Shiokoji-sagaru, Shimogyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 600-8234
From $31/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Smoking Rooms
Frommer's
"This smart-looking business hotel is a good choice for its location." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This excellent business hotel is a good midpriced choice. Rooms are on the large size, with firm, clean beds and unit baths. The staff are professional and seem at ease dealing with foreign guests." Full review
Kyoto Utano Youth Hostel
29 Uzumasanakayamacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 616-8191
From $27/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
Time Out
"The Utano is tucked away in the far north-west of the city. ... Yet this is the newest...largest and most attractive youth hostel in town." Full review
Oyster
2.0
"This modern hostel is set in a green, natural area in Northwest Kyoto, a bit far from downtown but close to temples and natural features, including the Arashiyama bamboo forest." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The best hostel in Kyoto, Utano is friendly and well organised and makes a convenient base for the sights of Northwest Kyoto (but keep in mind that it’s a hike to reach any other part of town)." Full review